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Uber stylist Rachel Zoe recently unveiled her  (Not So) Basic Guide of 20 wardrobe essentials every woman needs in her closet. Though most of Ms. Zoe’s picks were a bit out of my (and most likely your) price range, here are 5 more of the essential pieces (click here for last week's picks and here for the first five picks), at a price we can all afford! *Be sure to check back next week for final installment of the wardrobe basics {for less}.1. Denim Jacket: Macy's, $39.99. 2....

I love a great cheap chic find but when you break down the cost per wear ratio, is it really a waste of money to buy a cheaper item? Cheaper can (but not always) equal lesser quality and not likely to be in your closet for more than a few seasons. Believe me, I know cheap doesn't always mean crappy. My Payless shoes that lasted longer than my Manolos are a great example of that.But let's look at the boucle jackets above. The Forever 21 blazer (left) is...

I've been increasingly dining in lately. Not just due to limited funds (I'm saving up for a vacation), but I love adding new recipes to my culinary repertoire. Every week I'll hit you with a delicious meal that's easy to make and doesn't require expensive or an extensive list of ingredients.This week I made Shrimp Scampi over Pasta. I based it on All You's recipe. With just a few ingredients, I knew I could easily prepare a hearty Sunday dinner. I omitted the crushed red pepper (because I...