my top 5 net-a-porter picks and their affordable counterparts

I don't know about you, but Net-A-Porter's home page is one of the first places I stop on Monday morning. Cup of coffee in hand, it usually takes me about 5 seconds before I start getting a wave of inspiration. NAP's offerings are almost exclusively designer (read: they don't have much under $250), however, and more often than not I'm left with a sense of wanting after I click out of their site. Maybe you feel that way, too. Maybe you wish you their incredible edits were priced for us regular janes. Well, I love a challenge, so I've rounded up my 5 favorite pieces on their site, and searched the web high and low for inexpensive look-alikes. Without further ado:

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Miu Miu, $2355

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Topshop, $60

Miu Miu's Fall '15 collection has to be my favorite; glitter, bright croc patent leather, fancy blouses, and plaid. Unfortunately, I don't wear skirts enough to justify taking out a loan for their kilt skirt, above. Isn't the Topshop mini skirt a dead ringer though? And you can't beat the price...

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Isabel Marant, $765

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Topshop, $75

I've had my eyes on that Isabel Marant sweater for some time now. It's not hard to find a cable knit sweater, but it's hard to find one that fits properly. I love that it fits almost like a t-shirt; it's meant to be worn, not layered. Thank goodness for Topshop's incredible rendition, whose candy apple red color will add some cheer into any closet.

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Elizabeth and James, $595

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J.O.A., $150

In New York, one has to be practical about outwear, but I still believe it's important to have a couple fancy options in one's arsenal. The above Elizabeth and James option is a Fall to Winter transitional coat, and can be worn dressed up or dressed down. I kind of like JOA's more affordable camel colored option, though. It feel particularly 70's inspired and would look adorable at a Fall wedding (Ahem) or over jeans.

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Stella McCartney, $1100

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Mango, $59.99

I've been staring at these Stella McCartney platforms for months, scratching my head. In the end I decided, how nice of her! The height without the heel! But I'm not sure I'm ready to empty out my checking account, so I love this Mango version, which I'd pair with a flowy mini dress or some wool slacks.

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Gucci $2700

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Topshop, $52

Okay, so this one is not technically from NAP, however, it's the kind of bag that evolves with the wearer, and is special enough to pass down from generation to generation, like a quilted Chanel or Hermes Birkin. But, if you just need a bag to take with you for apple picking or a weekend in the mountains, Topshop's version is just for you.

xoxo,

ALLIE SIGNATURE