When I shop at Kohls, I usually hone in on the Simply Vera Vera Wang and ELLE collections, but I received some images from the Mudd Fall Lookbook which I thought I'd share in case there are some Mudd fans out there. This juniors label is a great source for fall plaid, denim, and tees at really low prices. If you're a fan of pricier labels such as Lucky Brand (sold at Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's and Macy's) which has a similar boho, peace-signs-and-seed-beads aesthetic, you might want to check out Mudd for some affordable looks-for-less, too, especially their jewelry, scarves and other graphic tees. Any thoughts on Mudd?

Darlita Jacket, $78, shopmapel.com

I've already received a number of requests for cute, affordable coats—and the hunt is on! Or maybe, the search is over: Just feast your eyes on the elegant yet totally cool coat above by BB Dakota. It's functional, stylish and the price (for a coat, people) isn't that bad either. Thanks to the lovely Broke & Beautiful for turning me on to shopmapel.com, the fashionable boutique where you can purchase said coat for $78. Not a fan of the blue or need something other than a trench? Browse the BB Dakota offerings below. It's hard to pick just one, they are all so cute! And all under $100.

The fringe trend is still going strong and now it's showing up on vests, like the one shown here worn by Miley Cyrus. She works this Western-tinged look well, but I'm not sure it's me. Then again, I do own two fringe-embellished bags (shown here and here) so you never know! Here are some affordable ways to get in on this trend (I'm surprised this Juniors Xhiliration Fringe Vest received positive reviews on the site, I thought it looked kinda cheap when I saw it in person):

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  Black Wind Blowing Vest, $30, Lulus.com
  


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  Pure Energy Plus Fringed Vest, $19.99, Target.com
  


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  Bisou Bisou Fringe Vest, Was $58; Now $39.99, JCPenney.com
  


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  Decree Fringe Vest, Was $36.00; Now $19.99, JCPenney.com

Everyone seems to be looking for an affordable leather jacket this time of year, a perennial "must-have" for fall. Recently I posted about where to find a genuine leather jacket under $200, and today I've rounded up some faux-leather options that are surprisingly just as good.

Although I hadn't planned on buying one this season (I thought my look was getting progressively less edgy, but then realized even I could incoporate this style into my wardrobe), a little over a week ago I picked up a faux-leather biker jacket at Forever 21 for just $39.50—and I love it! I've only had the chance to wear it once so far. I've been vacationing in Quebec, Canada, (posting from various internet hot spots) but the weather's been gorgeous and way too warm.

Anyways, manufacturers have made a lot of progress in the way this pleather stuff moves, bends and feels. It's a modern marvel, I tell ya. I suspect this won't be the last leather jacket post of the season as stores continue to roll out fall merchandise. If you've had luck in this department, too, share where you bought yours in the comments.

Maybe the heat's gone to my head but I'm loving leopard print coats for fall. This classic animal-print never really goes out of style, but when the trend is hot you can pick one up for less. Here are some affordable leopard print coats available now—how cute would this Forever 21 Leopard Print Trench Coat be for back-to-school? Very. More affordable options below...