Her reign as an indie darling continues, but Elizabeth Olsen is a reluctant fashion plate.

“I’m actually not very good with all this designer stuff,” the 22-year-old tells Refinery29. “I just know basic ones.”

For a newcomer, however, her learning curve is rather impressive. Along with Marni and Céline, she swears by edgier labels including Isabel Marant and Carven. “I wore an orange floral Proenza Schouler dress that I was like obsessed with to the W magazine pre-Golden Globes party,” she gushes of a recent standout look (left).

And though she’s Mary-Kate and Ashley’s little sister, don’t credit The Row designers with Elizabeth’s ingénue style. ”I don’t live with them, and they don’t dress me,” she says. “Like, I’m an adult, ha!”

But that doesn’t mean she hasn’t shopped her sisters’ closets before. “I used to do it a lot more, but I’ve overgrown them by a lot,” she admits. “I overgrew them in high school, and then all of my friends started getting their hand-me-downs.”

–Justine Harman

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In addition to her duties as fashion director at Marie Claire and a Project Runway judge, Nina Garcia is also a proponent for frugal fashion.

“I was at Target last week and went crazy,” she tells Racked. “I found the cutest charcoal sequined clutch for $17! It has a strap to wear cross-body or you can tuck the strap inside — voilà! Two different looks. My rule during the holidays is if it sparkles and shines and makes you feel fancy, wear it!”

That said, she always comes back to a less is more principal. “Coco Chanel gave us the best wisdom here: Before leaving the house, a lady should stop, look in the mirror, and remove one piece of jewelry,” she suggests. “If you are wondering if it’s too much, it probably is.”

And one thing that’s always too much? “No one over the age of 10 should buy Crocs — unless you are Mario Batali,” she says definitively.

–Justine Harman

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Could dogs be the must-have of the spring 2012 season? On the heels of Isaac Mizrahi’s dyed poodles, Mulberry models hit the runway with schnauzers! “The moment I saw them, I couldn’t stop laughing!,” first-row attendee Kirsten Dunst told PEOPLE. Other highlights for her? “I loved the colors, the flowy dresses and skirts.” Designer Emma Hill said her starting point for the collection came from Roald Dahl’s fairytale The Fantastic Mr. Fox, but she’s been inspired by another famous Brit recently: Kate Middleton, who has been spotted with a Mulberry clutch. “She is like an ambassador for Britain, and I think it is amazing to see that,” Hill said. “It was genuine that she liked it.” Any chance of the princess-to-be getting a namesake bag, like fellow English style icon Alexa Chung? “You will have to wait and see!” Hill teased. “We’re not much for naming things after people…but never say never!” – reporting by Dimi Gaidatzi

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It may be frigid in Salt Lake City, but the stars in town for the Sundance Film Festival have figured out that the best way to punctuate the snowy landscape is with eye-catching accessories! A-listers including Demi Moore, Liv Tyler, Elizabeth Olsen and Kate Bosworth don’t sacrifice style for warmth by accenting winter wear with a variety of seasonal accoutrement. Ashton’s gal chose industrial lace-up booties to trudge through the snow while Tyler, in town on behalf of her dramatic film The Edge, stayed toasty in a fuzzy hat with ear flaps. Newcomer, and little sister to Mary-Kate and Ashley, Olsen kept the freeze out with a cozy wraparound scarf and burgundy beret, which she paired with on-trend leather leggings. And Bosworth, who has two films at the festival, avoided hat hair with cute buffalo check earmuffs. With adorable extras like these, we say: Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Tell us: How are you staying warm this winter?—Justine Harman

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It’s a very couture Christmas for the Kardashian clan! Though the family has a history of elaborate tidings–check out this retrospective through the years–this year’s greeting highlights the family’s fearless sense of fashion. Monica Rose, who dressed the whole fam minus Bruce, Lamar and Scott, says that styling the Kardashians was completely drama free.”We didn’t do any fittings before the shoot,” she tells PEOPLE. Though she had “several options for both Khloe and Kim,” Rose “chose to do more of a princess style Monique Lhuillier dress for Khloe” and for Kim, “sleek and chic white Emilio Pucci.” Saying, “I think these looks really suit each of the girls and their individuality.” In the photograph by Nick Saglimbeni, Kim looks like a Grecian bombshell in her stark white column gown, vintage earrings and a piled-high top bun. Outspoken Khloe looks unusually demure in her fairytale gown reminiscent of her wedding dress, while hubby Lamar Odom looks dapper in a tailored suit. The most daring look of the bunch belongs to Kourtney who makes an on-trend statement in an Alexander McQueen tuxedo jacket, leopard Dolce & Gabbana blouse and Christian Louboutin stackers. “It was actually Kourtney’s idea to wear a tuxedo for the Christmas Card,” says Rose. “I loved it!” Even baby Mason is showing off his sartorial stripes in a custom Astor & Black suit, Ralph Lauren shirt and Pucci pocket square. And while the whole family looks totally posh, we can’t tell which look is our favorite. See more behind the scenes photos at celebuzz.com.Tell us: Who looks the most glam in the Kardashian Christmas Card? –Justine Harman

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It may be chilly in N.Y.C., but that didn’t stop Kourtney Kardashian from heating things up with a leggy leopard-on-leopard look for an early appearance on the Today show. Promoting her new autobiographical tome Kardashian Konfidential with sisters Khloe and Kim early Monday morning, the eldest Kardashian takes the ubiquitous leopard trend to new heights, pairing spotted nylons with platform calf hair pumps. To avoid a costume feel, she opts for a slight pattern change between the two animal prints, offering an interesting juxtaposition between the patterns. To complete the look, the reality star errs demure, keeping it simple with a black alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet bouclé swing coat. And while the reality star pulls off this wild look with polish, we’re not so sure if this trend is for everyone. Tell us: What do you think of Kourtney’s mixed animal prints? Vote below! –Justine Harman

If you could give one thing this holiday season, what would it be? That’s the question Gap asked some of its newest seasonal brand ambassadors including Lauren Bush, True Blood‘s Ryan Kwanten and model-cum-actress Yaya DaCosta. Ranging from the figurative—health, acceptance, exploration and new experiences—to the literal—eleven hugs a day, customized FEED bags and “some dope sneakers,” the newest crop of Gap talent, dressed in the retailer’s stylish blazers and chunky cardigans, embodies the true spirit of the holiday season. Feeling inspired? Check out more videos on Gap’s Facebook Fan page and YouTube channel. Every time you “like” a video, Gap will donate $1 to the featured charity and offer a 30% discount on one regularly priced item. And with on-trend holiday goodies including sequin skirts, faux fur vests and herringbone blazers, you’re going to want to hook up everyone on your shopping list. Tell us: What will you be giving this season? – Justine Harman

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Though his lyrics may often confound, when it comes to Jay-Z’s love of high fashion, there is little confusion. And one of his most beloved brands, Gucci (sample lyric: “Yellow wrist watch, Gucci flip flops, six top model chicks, who is this hot?”), is returning the sentiment by playing a key part in Bing’s elaborate introduction to Jay-Z’s new book, Decoded. Pages of the tome, which reveal hidden meanings behind the rapper’s lyrics, are being exposed at landmark locations all over the world. And today, Gucci’s 5th Avenue location in N.Y.C. will unveil a page from the book on the inside of a one-of-a-kind leather bomber designed by Gucci’s Creative Director, Frida Giannini. Fans who locate the jacket at the N.Y.C. Gucci flagship will be given a specialized code to upload an image from Decoded, which will automatically enter them into a drawing to win an autographed copy and other prizes. For clues to where the Decoded pages will be displayed next, visit Jay-Z’s Facebook, Twitter page, Jay-Z.com and Bing. – Justine Harman

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MTV may have axed The City, but don’t expect Olivia Palermo to step out of the fashion spotlight anytime soon. The striking N.Y.C. socialite-turned-reality star has already taken on a new role, modeling in Mango’s new winter 2010 catalog alongside her German-born boyfriend Johannes Huebl. Showing off stylish day and night looks for the Spanish retailer, the 24-year-old elegantly poses in feminine frocks, chic skirts and cocktail-ready accessories. “I love working with Johannes, and the photographers love seeing the chemistry that exists between us,” says Palermo in a release. “Working with Mango is like a dream, because it’s a wonderful company.” Shot by photographer Txema Yeste at Barcelona’s Hotel Palace, the reality star looks every bit the stylish sophisticate in the retailer’s 2010 looks, giving official brand spokesmodel Scarlett Johansson a run for her money. Check out more of Olivia and Johannes’ on-camera chemistry in the images below and visit shopmango.com to snag some of your own statement-making looks for your holiday wardrobe. Tell us: What do you think of Olivia’s in-store catalogue images for Mango? –Gillian Koenig

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It may be one of the most luxurious fabrics out there, but with all the great deals going on right now you can afford to bundle up in cashmere.

Jcrew.com’s cashmere boutique offers a selection of reasonably-priced woolens, including the perfect bateau sweater that you’ll wear for years to come on sale for $129.

Chic cashmere slippers are marked down to $45 at shopintuition.com.

Stay warm and fashionable in a Portolano cashmere cable hat, $35, and matching cable trim gloves, $32, at bluefly.com.

Luxe sleeveless jumpers are on sale for just $40 at overstock.com—marked down from $255.

Plush scarves in a rainbow solid pastels are on sale at macys.com for $37.

Nothing makes toes feel toastier than cashmere socks. And we love this polka dot pair, on sale for $10 at garnethill.com.

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The weather outside may be frightful, but this season’s coats are just delightful. Just look at Rihanna‘s cheery tartan Jean Paul Gaultier! Click here to see what designer toppers everyone from Angelina Jolie and Jessica Alba to Katie Holmes and Gwen Stefani are wearing to keep out the cold. And don’t miss our editor picks on how to get the same star style for a whole lot less.

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Jennifer Garner didn’t need to snuggle up to husband Ben Affleck to keep warm as she strolled around New York City with daughter Violet recently. The Juno actress looked warm and cozy all on her own wearing an updated take on a fur-lined hunters’ hat (reminiscent of one of our all-time favorite Looney Tunes characters, Elmer Fudd). We’ve tracked down the plaid cap so you can fight off winter’s chill just like Jen. Click here to buy her Plaid Trapper cap at hatattack.com, $85.

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Sure, you could shell out thousands for a glam designer tote, but why bother when some of the season’s hottest bags can be had for under $100. As part of our Ultimate Guide to Winter Fashion, we’ve hunted down the best budget bags out there. Click here to see our top picks.

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From Blake Lively‘s Coach boots, to Leighton Meester’s designer dress, Gossip Girl has inspired our fashion choices a lot lately. And now that we’re in the market for a new winter coat, our fave show is providing inspiration again with an abundance of cute outerwear. We’ve got the girls’ looks for real — and for a steal!

Blake rocked Ever’s Los Feliz leather hoodie jacket, $715. Unfortunately, you can only get it in black, as the red was created especially for the show. Or get the look for less with this Lux Stay Golden Bomber, $128.

Taylor Momsen recently wore Lauren Moffatt’s Hooded Toggle Jacket, $541, pairing it with purple tights to really make it pop. If you like Taylor’s toggle coat, try this Esprit Toggle Coat, $142.

Leighton went more mod in Tory Burch’s Mercedes Trench, on sale now for $798 down from $1995. The patent navy blue is the perfect contrast to her red accent pieces. Try this Michael Michael Kors Patent Trench Coat, $199, for a gentler price.

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The cold weather and dreary days are making us itch for some warm temps and bright sun. But with so many vacation options, we’re having a hard time figuring out where to go. We could spend a relaxing few days off the coast of southern Italy, which seems to have done wonders for Mariah Carey. Or maybe we could lounge on a yacht on the French Riveria like Jay-Z and Beyonce. We’d love to hit the beaches of Hawaii like Kate Walsh and her husband or Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck. Who wouldn’t want to spend hours riding waves? But since we don’t have a big vacation budget, we’ll keep dreaming and make sure to save up for next year.Tell us: Where are you planning to go this winter? Are you taking any vacations?

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Two of our favorite blonde TV actresses hit the streets of New York City this week in the exact same pair of boots — and we were so smitten we had to track them down! Hayden Panettiere paired her Coach “Weslyn” boots in Whiskey with a black peacoat for a day of appearances in the city, while Blake Lively was snapped on-set in character as Serena van der Woodsen in her brown riding boots. You can buy a pair of the actual boots for yourself, but if you want to spend a little less than the stars, we’ve got some more affordable options for a similar style.

For Real:
Get your own Weslyn boots, $378 at coach.com

For a Steal:
Naturalizer “Sidney” Tall Shaft Riding Boot, $99 at nordstrom.com

Bandolino “Jordana” Tall Boot, $110 at macys.com

Ros Hommerson “Corral” Boot, $164 at zappos.com

Born “Thicket” Boot, $194 at zappos.com

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Katherine Heigl has a great easy street style — we can always imagine ourselves wearing her outfits (and wanting to!). The 27 Dresses star headed out for a birthday dinner in L.A. in a fun, ruffled-plaid coat paired simply with jeans tucked into tan suede boots. We love how the plaid coat takes care of the whole outfit — and keeps you warm at the same time! We found Katherine’s actual Juicy Couture jacket for you and the look for a whole lot less.

Get It for Real!
Katherine’s Plaid Juicy Couture Coat, $498 at bloomingdales.com

Get It for a Steal!
Emily Coat, $40 at delias.com

ROXY Hide And Seek Womens Trench Coat, $69 at tillys.com

Sherlock Double-Breasted Plaid Coat, $89 at forever21.com

Oxford Plaid Baby Doll Coat, $130 at anntaylorloft.com

AE Classic Plaid Pea Coat, $130 at ae.com

American Rag Double-Breasted Plaid Coat, $139 at macys.com