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    Look Fancy Without Spending a Fortune

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    Instead of spending $100 on lackluster, simple black pumps, buy overly-complicated ones like these. With a metal cap toe and floral applique design, ... more 
    Photo by: Photo: Courtesy of topshop.com
    Night

    Instead of spending $100 on lackluster, simple black pumps, buy overly-complicated ones like these. With a metal cap toe and floral applique design, they seem like the spoils of someone who collects ridiculously elaborate, kitschy designer pairs like Prada's flame heels and Miu Miu's glitter sandals.

    geranium flower pointed courts, $110, topshop.com

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    Tue, Jul 24, 2012 2:19 PM EDT
    Natalie Matthews, Lucky magazine


    Forget what other people preach: looking fancy on a budget isn't as simple as collecting convincing costume jewelry or buying one really expensive classic piece and wearing it all the time. Pulling off a polished look-everywhere, not just as parties-is a nuanced, tricky challenge. But to prod your friends and family into wondering whose trust fund you inherited or how steep your last promotion pay raise was, we'd try these sneaky tips:



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