Go For The Glamour With, Simply, Red

Red is back this season in a big, beautiful way. From bold and bright lipstick and nail polish to patent leather belts, bags and shoes, you can add a contemporary look to just about any outfit with a dash of red.

Red is reminiscent of the 1940s Hollywood glamour girl. But while the look is retro, the prices are very today. Thank goodness for copycat chic. I’ve chosen Avon’s lipstick over Chanel’s, and a smell-alike version of Giorgio’s Red by Fragrance Impressions, available at drugstores across the country.

Even car accessories are in red this season.

Designer version

Red patent leather sandals by Manolo Blahnik, $445

Red patent leather backpack by Saks Fifth Avenue, $160

Red patent leather belt with silver buckle by DKNY, $125

Giorgio Red 1.7 oz. spray cologne, $40

Chanel Rouge A Levres creme lipstick, $19

Total: $789

Dress For Less version

Red patent leather open toe mules by Tavoy at Parade of Shoes, $19.98

Red patent leather belt from Saks Fifth Avenue, $55

Red patent leather backpack by Liz Claiborne, $56

An impression of Giorgio’s Red 3 oz. by Fragrance Impressions Limited, $12.95 at many drugstores.

All-Day red lip color by Avon, $4.99

Total: $148.92

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