A Fabulous Giveaway to help ring in the New Year!

What better way to say good-bye to 2009 and hello to 2010 than with a giveaway?

The incredibly talented and super sweet jewelry designer Regina Pierallini (you may recognize her name from THIS post) is generously giving away this beautiful Mixed Chain necklace from her Mixed Metals collection to one lucky Look 4 Less reader.

Wondering how to enter to win this unique piece of jewelry? It's simple...

1. Be a resident of the US (sorry to my international readers).

2. Visit ReginaPierallini.com or NYLightMetals on Etsy and take a look around at all the beautiful baubles. Find something you like, then come back here and comment below with the name of your favorite piece.

That's it! Pretty easy huh?

Please only one entry per person, and you have until 12 noon CST on January 7th to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and will be announced later that day. Once the winner is announced, they will have 48 hours to email me with their shipping address so I can pass it along to Regina, otherwise a new winner will be chosen.

Good luck, and thanks again to Regina for this great giveaway!!

Just a couple things...

First, make sure you visit The Possessionista in January. She's giving away something every single day - Seven jeans, a mattress(?!), watches, etc. Don't miss your chance to win (I know I won't!!)!


I'm also incredibly honored because Shortcuts to Fabulous listed The Look 4 Less as one of it's ten most fabulous websites of 2009!! I'm listed with great sites like People.com, Ruelala, Anthroholic, and Amazon. Thank you to them, and thanks to all of my readers - you guys make all the searching for items worth it!

And because every post is better with a picture...

Celeb Style Steal: Shantel VanSanten in Silence and Noise

Actress Shantel VanSanten (Quinn on One Tree Hill) wore this ruffled Silence and Noise cami on the episode "Some Roads Lead Nowhere". (Photo credit)



If you'd like the style of the cami she's wearing and want the same one for yourself, it retails for $48 and you can click on the photo below to purchase. It's also available in several other colors such as blue, red, black, and a light turquoise.

Mike & Chris Anson Asymmetrical Hoodie

Thanks to reader Emily for emailing me this great find!

This asymmetrical hoodie by Mike & Chris retailed for $202 but is currently out of stock at Revolve Clothing.


If you've been searching for a lower priced (and in stock) alternative, Alloy has a great option that retails for $44.90. It's also available in grey, black, and navy, just click on the photo below to purchase.

Inspired by...Fiona Paxton - *Updated 12/30/09*

See bottom of post for update.

This black and silver Fiona Paxton necklace has been spotted on Drew Barrymore (as pictured below) and retails for $325 at Pink Mascara.


If you love the style of the Fiona Paxton necklace, but don't have the budget for it...check out this option from Lulu's. It retails for $28 and although the pattern does differ from the original, it's a great inspired by option for a lot less cash. Click here to purchase.


*Update - 6/12/09* - Lulu's just added another great inspired by Fiona Paxton necklace to their website. It retails for $21 and you can click here to purchase.


*Update - 8/5/09* - Forever21 now has a Fiona Paxton inspired necklace that retails for $12.80. Click on the photo below if you'd like to purchase.


*Update - 9/2/09* - The Forever21 version above is now sold out but they just put another one up on their site. It retails for $14.80 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.


Justine over at Fetching Fashions commented that she found a great option as well. It's the Beaded Fabric and Chain necklace from Free People that retails for $38 and you can click on the photo below to purchase. (And while you're at it, click here to visit the Fetching Fashions blog!)


*Update - 12/30/09* - Reader Sarah emailed this Forever 21 inspired by version to me and I thought I'd pass it along. It retails for $14.80 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.


Reader Marianne also emailed me with a great lookalike for $30 at Shop Nasty Gal. Click here to purchase.

Celeb Style Steal: Ashley Greene in Silence & Noise

Actress Ashley Greene (New Moon) wore this Silence & Noise houndstooth cardigan at LAX on December 28th. (Photo credit)


You can purchase the same sweater for $49.99 (on sale from $68) by clicking on the link below (also available in an ivory/charcoal combination).

Silence & Noise Tiered Dress

My friend Steph sent me this find, so thank you to her!

This tiered dress by Silence & Noise retails for $58 at Urban Outfitters.


Although not a huge difference in price, this dress from Lulu's will save you $21. It has a slightly different pattern on the bottom but otherwise looks like the same dress to me! Click here if you'd like to purchase.

Stuart Weitzman Stiltsling Platforms

Stuart Weitzman's slingback platforms retail for $355 at Bloomingdales.


Although not available in patent, these Jessica Simpson platforms are a great alternative if you're on a tighter budget. They retail for $88.95 and you can click on the photo below to purchase or view the other colors available.

The fashionable and fabulous Amber from Amber's Notebook nominated me for a Beautiful Bloggers award. I'm supposed to tell you guys 7 random things about myself, and then nominate 7 more bloggers for the award. So here goes...

1. I've been a nanny for the past 8 1/2 years ( the past 7 1/2 with the same family).


2. I met my husband on a blind date, a little over four years later we were married!

Photo credit: Mindy Myers

3. Las Vegas is one of my favorite cities to travel to (it's great for a long weekend!). Love the shopping, the shows, and the food (I'm really not much of a gambler though!).


4. My all time favorite movie is The Wizard of Oz. I've loved it since I was a kid, and still watch it every time it comes on TV.


5. I love to read. My favorite author is Jodi Picoult and one of my favorites is My Sister's Keeper.


6. My only claim to fame is that some of our wedding/engagement photos were used in a print and television ad for a local jewelry store. I felt special. Lol.


7. I hate camping, hiking, or anything "outdoorsy" unless it includes sitting on a beach sipping a tropical drink. I'm really more of an indoor girl.

Photo credit: Google Images

And the final part of this award..naming 7 more bloggers to participate (if they wish):

1. Jen at Creative Designs by Jen

2. Kim at Anthroholic

3. Coley at Coley's Closet Cravings

4. Dana at The Possessionista

5. Tara at Jimmy Choos and Tennis Shoes

6. Justine at Fetching Fashions

7. Miss K at Love, Lipstick, and Pearls

Steve Madden Ottowa Boots

Thanks so much to Stephanie for emailing me this fabulous find!

Steve Madden's Ottowa riding boots with buckle detailing retail for $169.95.


If you love the style but not the price, Merona has a very similar boot that retails for a much lower $44.99. If you'd like to purchase, click here. (Also available in gray.)