Pippa Middleton’s Ultra-Pretty $35 Dress

Well, check out the UK's favorite girl next door, Pippa Middleton, working itin H&M. The 28-year-old strutted her stuff in London wearing a $34.95 long sleeve ivory lace H&M mini dress topped with a fitted black blazer, and added suede knee-high riding boots and opaque black sunglasses. A black leather quilted handbag and a chain strap completed the get-up.

While I'm totally dreading the return of cooler weather, outfits like these remind me that women can still look feminine and sassy even with the addition of heavier clothes and accessories. And it's always good to see something frilly and soft all toughened up with the addition of something structured and black, plus some leather. Especially since the Royals aren't exactly known for adding contrast to their lace.

In summation, feeling pretty isn't that hard to accomplish once the temperature drops, and it isn't too expensive, either.

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