Lucky magazine has been one of my favorite newsstand purchases since it first debuted. I remember being very young and picking up the inaugural issue and thinking, “So this is why fashion can be interesting.”

Their website–now upgraded–is actually fairly informative, and I like their new “Cute Outfit of the Day” section in which they single out someone on their staff and take a photo of their outfit. It’s really fascinating to see how Senior Fashion Editors, for instance, dress on a day to day basis. Obviously the Lucky offices aren’t exactly “The Devil Wears Prada”–they dress like everyday women, just more trend and designer-conscious.

I chose some of my favorite looks from Cute Outfit of the Day and found inexpensive ways to copy the style of these supposed (and well-qualified) style experts working in the fashion industry.

Heather Summerville - Senior Associate Fashion Editor

Heather’s look is stylish, but still attainable for the average woman. Sometimes fashion can be too fashion-y (for instance, men STILL do not understand why trapeze dresses were fashionable.) This, however, translates well to all sorts of different vocations.

Try this Urban Outfitters tee (it’s on sale at 2 for $25) with these Gap “Favorite” trouser jeans, which come in longer inseams for us tall women, and petite inseams for you midgetors. Pair these basics with this interesting cropped trench from Target. The tie in the front alone dresses up the whole look. You could also leave the trench unbuttoned for a more casual appearance.

Ann Brady - Associate Fashion Editor

Ann’s look is a little tough, a little sweet. These separates look good together because the black tights and shoes anchor the whole look at the bottom. I like that she wasn’t afraid to take a risk with the skirt color. It’s inspiring to see someone use color so well–if I wore this, I’d almost certainly wear a black or neutral-colored skirt instead.

This Urban Outfitters motorcycle jacket echoes Ann’s pretty well, and I like that it has a detachable hood. That’s so handy for winter transitioning into spring. The American Apparel mustard-colored skirt has handy pockets, so you have somewhere to stick your hands while you’re standing around. I constantly have to be busy doing something, so pockets help to anchor myself when I’m just standing or sitting. Plus, I love the kicky mustard color. And, of course, opaque tights are a must. American Apparel makes a good pair for less than $15.

Natalie Benott - Fashion Assistant

I like how well this look toes the line between dressy and casual, and how wearable this would be for even a more stuffy workplace with a blazer or jacket and heels.

This Gap cardigan really pulls the whole look together, so don’t leave it out. The thin, body-conscious fabric compliments everything else you pair with it. Underneath the paisley Free People dress from Urban Outfitters, wear a long-sleeved Old Navy henley (on sale for $8) to keep warm during the winter. Opaque black tights and Mossimo flat boots–the ultimate steal in this look–finish off everything to great effect.

Christina Mueller - Senior Beauty Editor

This casual look is perfect for a “college co-ed” such as myself. It’s just dressy enough that I can wear it into work, but the jeans and t-shirt keep it class-appropriate. Christina is also giving off this studious, preppy vibe that I really, really want to copy.

First start off with a great braided belt to wear with the jeans–like this one from Urban Outfitters. I chose Piper denim to go with this look because, one, the wash really replicates the wash that Christina was wearing, and two, because they come in a variety of inseams. Although Christina wore black heels with her outfit, I prefer these charcoal ones from Nine West. Christina appears to have rolled up the sleeves on her blazer, so buy a Forever21 jacket a size larger so you can roll your sleeves as well. For the finishing flair to your outfit, try this American Apparel v-neck shirt in a punchy color like green or blue. It’s unisex, so watch out: your boyfriend may steal it.

Kathryn Nirby - Accessories Market Assistant

This casual, edgy outfit is exactly the opposite of what I usually wear, but I appreciate the fact that she stands out and has a unique sense of style. What she is wearing catches your eye before, say, an all-black ensemble. I must try harder to incorporate color. Until then, I’ve found some things to equal what Kathryn is wearing…perhaps in a more subdued palette.

This tuxedo tank from Target’s new Converse line is only $15 and would really look great with this Forever21 jacket. I like the small details on the jacket, like on the pockets and in the pinstripe of the fabric. I avoided pairing these with Kathryn’s choice of footwear: Frye boots. Although Frye boots are amazing, they are also amazingly priced (hard to find under $150), so these ankle boots from Piperlime will do the trick instead at around $40. Pair these items with your favorite pair of skinny or straight-leg jeans.

Jen Ford - Fashion News Director

Jen’s outfit immediately stood out to me–this is something I see myself wearing…uh…all the time. I stick to a lot of neutrals in feminine shapes, with something unusual at play every night and then in either my accessories, jewelry or shoes.

This Urban Outfitters Kimchi & Blue dress–Kimchi & Blue is one of the best lines from Urban, by the way–is just feminine enough to counteract the masculine vest from Forever21. Leave the vest unbuttoned like Jen did, and fasten the belt at your natural waist line to create a more streamlined shape. Although it appears Jen is wearing substantial platform heels with this outfit, I prefer these subdued black wedges from Alice + Olivia for Payless. They’re more comfortable than platforms anyway. Add some tights from the previous looks in the post.

Which Lucky magazine staffer’s style do you relate to best? Mine is definitely Jen Ford’s. Although…I’d like to become more daring and try Kathryn Nirby’s more edgy look!