Casual Chic - Celebrity Inspired!

As I have mentioned, I use magazines, celebrity fashion, and people watching as inspiration.  While browsing fashion mags, I try not to concentrate on the fact that most of the models and celebrities are a size 0 and focus on the fashions that I love and are wearable.

This cool, casual look featuring leather pants (on Elle Macpherson - who still looks incredible!) jumped out at me from the pages of People StyleWatch.  I have not always loved the look of leather pants (particularly leather leggings), but this look is so cool and stylish.  I especially like that they are pants -- not skin tight -- so they wouldn't make those of us over a size 4 look like our pants are sausage casings.

I scoured the online retailers to find this copy cat look.  The pants are faux leather to keep them affordable and PETA friendly (the shoes are leather -- sorry PETA).  In fact, all pieces are $100 or less, just the way I like it.  Click an individual item below to browse or buy.

Cardigans by Lauren Conrad
Flats by Report

Now, if I could just have Elle's body and face I would be all set. :)

A closer look at the shoes...(click to buy.)

If you want to throw in a large bag...(click to buy.)