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Lilliana Vazquez, 29, the style expert and blogger behind The Cheap Chica's Guide to Style, susses out amazing style finds -- all for under $100 -- every day.

When she's not using her innate skills to fill her site with of-the-moment fashion and beauty go-tos, she serves as a Philadelphia NBC correspondent. So we grilled her. Here, Lilliana shares her top 10 must-haves: The items she's loving -- and can't live without -- right now. (Sneak peek below, full list after the jump.)



J.Crew Herringbone Tights
I love to wear skirts and dresses, but it's so cold out that there's no way I'm going outside without tights! J.Crew's herringbone tights are extra-thick so they actually keep your legs warm and look cute doing it. I'm also all about patterned tights this season, so this is a great way to incorporate that trend in a subtle way. Better yet, they're $22.50, and now 20 percent off if you buy two or more.

ALDO Fawson Nude Pump
Being that I'm only 5-foot-1 (on a good day), a pair of nude heels is a must for me! I love this pair because they make my legs look a million miles long, weigh in at just under $100, and go with everything. So if you're on a budget, this is one pair of shoes you definitely have to own.
BCBG Textured Tube Skirt
I go to bed and dream about Herve Leger dresses every night, but $2,000 for a dress is totally crazy, so I buy the next best thing for a mere $138! These skirts are made from the same "bandage" material that Leger dresses are, and the fit is unbelievable. They suck you in in all the right places and play up your best assets effortlessly. They're even made by the same designer ... Max Azria!
Stila Convertible Color in Poppy
Anything that saves me time and effort is a winner in my book, so these color pots come in first place when it comes to my top beauty buys. They are super-easy to use (you can use your fingers to apply), and they even double as lip color. And if you've been looking for that dewy, rosy cheek glow but haven't been able to get it with a powder, this will be your answer -- and at only $25 a pop, er, pot.
James Perse Narrow Scoopneck Tee
I live in jeans/tees/blazers, so this is a little luxury -- they only cost $50 -- I give myself in the form of a T-shirt. If you've never owned a JP tee, then you have to treat yourself to one. They wash and wear beautifully, and therefore last so much longer than a cheaper one you might have to replace after just a few wears. I've had some of mine for three years!
Marc by Marc Jacobs Petal to the Metal Flap Pochette
Clutches are cute and look adorable, but they're not so practical for a night out. You're always tempted to set them down and that can be a huge disaster. The solution for me was a cute cross-body pochette that will hold all of my essentials, but allow me to keep my hands free! An added bonus: These work for daytime too! At $498, it's the splurge on my list, but every girl is entitled to one.
Gold Bangles
I don't leave the house without an armload of gold bangles. I love to mix and match vintage finds with budget buys and I'm of the "more the merrier" mindset when it comes to these! They're the easiest way to add a little boho-chic vibe to whatever you're wearing and they're the only accessories you ever need! This set of eight costs less than $8 at Forever 21.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Aviators
It might be winter, but in case the sun does decide to come out, I always have my trusty aviators! I've tried so many different pairs of sunglasses over the years, but aviators fit my face perfectly, and I've never met anyone that this particular tortoise pair didn't look good on, especially for $98.
UGG Australia Coquette Slipper in Sand
I'm a heels girl, so after a long day on my feet, nothing feels better than slipping into these. They're ultra soft, and they have a great lug sole that lets them transition from inside to outside in case you have to run out to do a quick errand. And they're under $100: $99.95, to be exact.
Bumble & Bumble Crème de Coco Masque
Those of us who weren't born "natural blondes" have to rely on bleach, and that can wreck havoc on your hair. This masque ($25) is the only thing I've ever found that can make my hair feel like silk right after I get my color done. It's ultra-thick, and the rich formula leaves my hair super-shiny and so soft to the touch.