Look for Less: Elle Macpherson vs DKNY

While I feel a twang of guilt to say it, I do appreciate a good knockoff whenever I can find one. It just means I have even more money left over to spend on more pretty little things! In the spirit of larger lingerie wardrobes for every woman, I wanted to give Elle Macpherson fans a heads-up on how to get the look of the Dentelle padded underwire bra ($60) on the cheap. This lacy, ribboned set has a counterpart in DKNY’s Belle Du Jour underwire balcony ($32). The resemblances are striking: both are balcony-styled for a push-up effect, both are lacey, and both have boning-inspired ribbons on the cups. They even have similar satiny straps! The biggest difference is available panty styles – but DKNY has actually one-upped Elle Macpherson this time by offering a matching garter belt. Each brand has very nice reviews on Figleaves.com. The only caveat? It looks like these savings are only for US ladies. Figleaves UK is actually selling them both for the same price!