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Off the Rack: Modern Riviera and More Spring Fashions at Old Navy

Old Navy spring fashions
This weekend I stopped by Old Navy to check out the new spring fashions. If you're new to this blog, WELCOME! 'Off the Rack' is a series I started back in 2007 to showcase noteworthy budget fashions as they look in real life. By all means, browse oldnavy.com to see and shop all these pieces...lots of sales going on, including a Leap Year sale today only (save 29% with code LEAPYEAR). The vibe according to Old Navy is 'Modern Riviera' - a part-preppy, part-nautical collection inspired by the charm of little beach towns. For spring we're seeing relaxed trousers, boho blouses, crops (skinny, cuffed or wide leg), rompers and matching sets. This is the first season in a long time where I'm seeing new silhouettes that stand a chance of gaining wider acceptance. I left with two pairs of cropped relaxed fit mid-rise jeans, something I haven't worn in ages. Will I regret it? We'll see, but for now I'm loving it. Bring it on, spring. What styles are you ready to embrace when warm weather hits?

Shown above: Jeans, Sweatshirt (on clearance in stores)

Off the Rack: Spring Has Sprung in the Target Dollar Bins (See 30+ In-Store Photos!)

Target Dollar Aisle Finds for Spring 2016
Target has rolled out tons of new spring items in Bullseye's Playground aka the dollar bins, and I dare you resist walking past this cuteness without loading your cart with pastel-top mason jars, floral string lights, polka dot straws, burlap table runners, chalkboard signs, faux topiary bunnies and signs that say "egg hunt" and "think spring." Because I, for one, am thinking spring. I can not wait until we can get back outside after a long winter spent indoors. The gardening items for kids (mini watering can, spade, hat and more) are especially adorable not to mention useful learning tools for tots. I barely slept last night because my littles have colds so I'll just let these photos do the talking. Yay. SPRING!

See anything you love here? What did you buy?

Off the Rack: Oh Joy! Nursery Collection at Target

Oh Joy Nursery collection at Target is so cute!
Target is rolling out a lot of adorable new additions for babies and big kids alike - just yesterday marked the official launch of Pillowfort, a new kids decor line that's modern and chic (see my earlier post here for pics). And during my last trip to the store I spotted an end-cap displaying a few pieces from Oh Joy! for Target's nursery collection. Created with blogger and designer, Joy Cho, the line includes crib sheets, changing pad covers, swaddle blankets, security blankets, diaper bags, picture frames and more. The vibe is modern, trendy and colorful and perfect for your Instagram feed. I've got all my baby gear essentials but wouldn't mind buying some accent pieces like the 'OK' vase set or Heart LED Night Light...I bet it's perfect for providing just enough light for late-night diaper changes and nursing sessions in the early days with a newborn when you're still not quite accustomed to "seeing" in the dark.

Keep reading for a few more in-store pics, and check out the complete collection online at target.com. See also my post on Oh Joy! for Target limited-edition artwork.

Off the Rack: More Spring Shoes at Target (See 20+ In-Store Pics)

Cute spring shoes at Target
Target has been rolling out their spring shoes (see my posts here and here) and now even more adorable styles have cropped up. I could see myself wearing the Merona 'Elke' ($22.99 in gold, cognac or black), 'Eve' demi-wedge ($24.99 in red/brown, black, brown or navy stripe/brown), and 'Indra' ($27.99, black or cognac) all summer long with jeans, shorts or dresses. Styles like the 'Kady' lace-up flats are on-trend and no less wearable. A must-have for spring 2016. From Mossimo, the 'Gretchen' ($29.99) is a high-fashion look for less that I think you'll love, while the casual 'Sonora' ($19.99) is especially tempting in navy stripe. I'd say we've got some good options going forward this spring, what do you think??

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Off the Rack: New DV Dolce Vita Spring Shoes at Target

DV Skye
Thanks to a Facebook message from alert reader June G., I discovered new shoe arrivals by DV Dolce Vita at my local Target. From espadrille flats to wedge sandals and metallic thongs, these affordable spring shoes are all kinds of amazing. I can't speak to comfort but by looks alone I'm loving just about every single pair. DV really speaks to my personal style, on trend without looking trendy, wearable but not boring. Take a look at my in store pics and I think you'll agree. The DV Skye espadrilles (shown above) are especially good looking in real life, and also come in brown for $24.99. And don't get me started on the Paige flats. Yes. Please! Have you seen these in stores yet? Shop all DV for Target (including bags!) online at target.com.