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H&M to Launch New Retail Concept




Fashionologie is reporting that H&M has announced its plans to unveil a new chain of stores in 2013. The new store chain will launch under a separate brand that will have slightly higher prices than H&M but will not be considered luxury. That's good news for budget shoppers (like myself) who might be willing to spend a little more for better craftsmanship and materials.

WWD is also reporting that H&M will be adding "new concepts and product categories." My fingers are crossed that this will include home decor. Factor in online shopping for H&M and I will be in retail heaven.

What's your reaction to H&M's announcement?

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Win Cool Stuff: Havaianas Soul Collection Flats Giveaway

Update 4/10/12: And the winner is… #74 Jess M! Congrats to our winner and thanks to everyone who participated.




Please note: This giveaway has ended and is now closed to further entries.

Havaianas wants to give one lucky BB reader a pair of espadrille flats from their latest Soul Collection! That's right, the brand you know and love for some of the cutest, comfiest flip-flops in the world also makes classic espadrilles in a range of fun colors featuring Havaianas famous flip-flop sole. One winner gets to pick any style/color they like!

To enter:
  • Check out the Soul Collection and tell us which style you'd choose if you were to win in the comments section below.

Do any/all of the following for one additional entry each (leave a separate comment for each):


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Good luck!

Open to US residents only. Entries must be posted by 12 noon EST on Tuesday April 10th, 2012, to be eligible to win. I received one pair of Soul Collection shoes in conjunction with this giveaway.

Soludos Espadrilles for J.Crew




Classic espadrille flats are a summer staple, and now Soludos has teamed up with J.Crew for an exclusive collection featuring a chambray lining and one-of-a-kind cotton and linen body, washed for a slightly sunfaded look. Colors include white, neon peach, bright spearmint and lemon zest as well as nautical navy or red stripes. The women's solid and striped styles retail for $34.50-$36 and are now available in J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com. J.Crew easily could have charged double (just because they're J.Crew) but I'm so glad they didn't - I need a pair!

See more pics after the jump.