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Off the Rack: You Won't Believe This is Sears Fashion


Metaphor for Sears new arrivals

I haven't been to Sears in a loong time, which isn't to say I don't browse their website frequently, but let's just say Target is on one end of my mall, and Sears is on the completely opposite end. You do the math. But on a recent frigid weekday, I decided to get some exercise by powerwalking through the mall, pushing the LO in his stroller, so we made our way over to Sears and I was so glad I did! The new offerings from Metaphor (which are almost all marked down 40-50% off right now) are stellar. The colors and cuts are fresh, modern and fashion-forward. Just take a look at my photos! Even Kardashian Kollection impressed me this time, with lots of party-ready frocks and sassy work separates that looked great and were very reasonably priced.

I did a little searching on Instagram and discovered that @SearsStyle has created a hashtag #TheNewMetaphor, so clearly they're promoting the new look, too. I'd follow them for inspiration, as they share how bloggers are wearing the looks - love how @katalina_girl styled this deep-v sweater (here) and @cryskay's head to to Metaphor look - amazing!

Have you checked out the new fashions at Sears lately? What did you think?

Splurge vs. Steal: Rag & Bone 'Talia' V-Neck Sweater


Rag & Bone look for less

While shopping at Sears today I spotted another Rag & Bone "Talia" sweater lookalike, this time by Bongo. Find it in the juniors section, available in either black or white on clearance now for $21.99. So interesting to see this trend get copied everywhere, trickle-down style.

Splurge: Rag & Bone "Talia" Deep V-Neck Sweater, $495 at Neimanmarcus.com
Steal: Bongo Varsity Stripe Sweater, $21.99 at Sears.com