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Kate Young for Target Lookbook


Kate Young for Target Lookbook

Here's the Kate Young for Target lookbook which we've been looking forward to seeing since January. Kate Young is a celebrity stylist who Target tapped to create an exclusive collection of women's apparel and accessories, including an assortment of special occasion dresses.

"I've been working with Target for a number of years as a stylist, so having the chance to design my own collection with a brand I already know and love is like a dream come true,” said Kate Young. “With this collection, I wanted to design standout pieces that allow women to experiment with fashion and create their own red carpet moments."

Kate Young for Target is "modern and versatile, embodying Young’s eye for pushing trends." Known for creating memorable Hollywood moments, Young designed a collection of special occasion dresses for day and evening, as well as standalone separates and accessories that mix and match to create endless ensembles. The collection ranges in price from $29.99 to $89.99 for apparel and $14.99 to $49.99 for jewelry, handbags and shoes.

I'm guessing most shoppers won't recognize the name nor will they flock to stores for this collab, but the dedicated Target-collab-lovers among us (myself included) will be there with bells on come launch day. My favorite pieces are the bright yellow dress and the polka dot floor length dress. Which pieces do you like?

The limited-edition collection will be available April 14 at most Target stores and on Target.com.

Deal du Jour: BCBGeneration Spring Finds Under $40 at ideeli


Fashion steals at ideeli

Spring has sprung at ideeli.com, where you can find fab dresses, tops and more under $40 from BCBGeneration during today's sale. Highlights include breezy day dresses in pop colors and floral print blouses and rompers for your playful side. Stop by the sale soon if you're interested, some items are already selling out (at these prices, can you blame 'em?!)

{Shown above from left: Coral sleeveless Y-back dress, $39.99 (down from $88); Blue stone waist belt dress, $14.99 (down from $98); Berry ruffle dress, $39.99 (down from $88)}


The Budget Babe x H&M's Long Live Fashion Campaign

This is a sponsored post with H&M.


H&M is doing something HUGE, you guys, and I'm so excited to be able to share this mind-blowing message! So here goes: ALL H&M stores now offer garment recycling collection services! Bring in any piece of clothing, from any brand, in any condition, and H&M will recycle it for you!

Need another incentive (besides saving the planet)?! You'll get a 15% off coupon for the item of your choice for each bag of clothes you donate (limit two bags per day).

Donate before March 31st to bump your discount up to 15% off your entire purchase, plus a chance to win some very cool prizes.

Garment recycling is just one crucial step that H&M is taking to be greener. I've told you about their Conscious Collection, and here are some fun facts:

  • H&M is the #1 user of organic cotton worldwide

  • 100 million liters of water are saved in denim production

  • 2.3 million garments donated to charities

  • 5 percent reduction in carbon emissions


For all the details and to get inspired, check out my "un-haul" video above – and DON'T LET FASHION GO TO WASTE!

Wondering what happens to all the clothes you donate? I know I do! Visit www.hmconscious.com to find out.


Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. Opinions are my own.


HM global recycling initiative Long Live Fashion Campaign