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9 Spring Rain Jackets Under $45

Reese Witherspoon stays stylish in the rain in a floral Draper James jacket


Reese Witherspoon looked so adorable in her Draper James Meadow Garden Rain Jacket, I thought it would be fun to round up some stylish rain coats that are budget-friendly, too! Because, sadly, Reese's exact jacket is $275 - and by all means, go ahead and splurge if you love the look! - but if that coat isn't in the cards, I've rounded up 9 jackets under $45 you'll love.

Reese Witherspoon stays stylish in the rain in a floral Draper James jacket.

They're all solid colors but some boast fun printed linings. All they're all part of the spend $75, save $15 sale going on now at target.com!

Reese Witherspoon stays stylish in the rain in a floral Draper James jacket.

Pair your jacket with a colorful Draper James Howdy Ya'll Watermelon iPhone Case ($40), bright bag and heels like Reese, or pick up these Chelsea Rain Boots for just $25 (I own the J.Crew version and get compliments on them all the time!) Today's fashion forecast is looking good...

9 Spring Rain Jackets Under $45

Shop 9 Spring Rain Jackets Under $45


1. Merona Raincoat (available in 5 colors)
2. Merona Raincoat (available in 5 colors)
3. Merona Raincoat (available in 5 colors)
4. Merona Raincoat (available in 5 colors)
5. Collection B Rain Anorak (available in 5 colors)
6. Collection B Rain Anorak (available in 5 colors)
7. Ava & Viv Plus Size Rain Anorak
8. Mossimo Water Resistant Anorak (available in 5 colors)
9. Mossimo Water Resistant Anorak (available in 5 colors)



Reese Witherspoon Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com


Off the Rack: Spring Favorites at Target

See what's new and cute for spring at Target.


Yesterday you guys sent me on a shopping mission to Target (those are screenshots from my Instagram Story above), and at first I wasn't feelin' it but when I looked closer, I found a lot to love for spring! I tried to reign in my enthusiasm and focused on some key pieces you can add to your existing wardrobe to make everything look fresh again.

First make sure you have all the basics: Soft tees (I recommend getting one striped, one white, one blush pink and one camo print), a great denim jacket, some white denim (not the easiest thing to find but Target has great options in store), and a pretty dress that can take you from day to night. Then add something trendy like an off-the-shoulder top, a pair of tassel earrings (this pair looked great IRL), some studded gladiator sandals, or a cold-shoulder dress to keep things interesting.

Also, right now when you spend $75, save $15 online only at target.com! I've noticed Target has a lot more options online than in store, so definitely take a look if you haven't already. Keep reading to see my dressing room favorites and some notes on sizing and quality. What are you guys loving/buying/wanting at Target this month?

12 Off-the-Shoulder Tops Under $30

Shop the best off-the-shoulder tops under $30!
Love the 12 tops you see above? Believe it or not, they're all from JCPenney! (And I mean that in the best way possible!) Yes, JCP is bringing their A-Game for spring, and I thought it would be fun to round up 12 of my favorite off-the-shoulder tops because, really, I couldn't narrow it down to just one or two.

From floral to chambray, ruffled to structured, you name it, they've got it all. Pair your off-the-shoulder top with white denim and tassel earrings (I ordered this pair) and you've got the "it" look of the season.

It gets better: All my picks are under $30! And you can save 25% with code 8FORYOU thru 3/26 during the Friends & Family Sale in store and online!

Most tops come in other colors and sizes (misses, plus and petite) so be sure to click through to see all your options. Which one is your favorite?

Shop 12 Off-the-Shoulder Tops Under $30



1. Blue Floral Off Shoulder Top // Plus-Size

2. White Off Shoulder Top

3. Black Floral Off Shoulder Top

4. Light Indigo Off Shoulder Top // Plus-Size

5. Bow Sleeve Off Shoulder Top

6. Ruffle Off Shoulder Top

7. Black and White Cross Front Top

8. Halter Long Sleeve Ruffle Top // Plus-Size

9. Smocked Off Shoulder Top

10. Blue and White Striped Off Shoulder Top

11. Bell Sleeve Top

12. Off The Shoulder Embroidered Peplum Blouse




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Off the Rack: More Spring Goodness at Old Navy

Old Navy has bright colors and fun prints for spring.
This weekend's shopping adventure happened at Old Navy based on your reader requests via Instagram, and I'm glad "we" went because the store is in full-blown spring mode. And that's why this post is the perfect way to welcome the first day of S-P-R-I-N-G!

I was just at Old Navy a couple of week ago (documented in this post) and they already have all new merchandise out, from colorful camis and cardigans to strappy dresses, off-the-shoulder tops and brand new accessories to love.

I was looking for an Easter dress, and if you are, too, you might like this midi-length cami dress - you'll need to wear a cardigan or jean jacket over it, but the full skirt is really pretty and a nice length for church or something. Also comes in this pretty dark teal blue.

Everyone's favorite dress was a black floral trapeze dress with a little cold-shoulder action (shown above), but it figures that I can't find it on the website! Hopefully they'll add it, but for now here's a cami dress in the same fabric. There are so many dresses to choose from right now, it's worth going to your local store to try some on and see what you like best.

Finish your look with the perfect effortless sandal, like these lace up gladiator sandals in 6 yummy colors (love the taupe) and sueded lace-up ghillie flats in 4 amazing hues (that yellow! that blush pink!)

If you're ready to celebrate the new season with bright colors, floral prints and upbeat styles, Old Navy has you covered. Check out my pics below and let me know what you'll be buying! Almost everything in my store was on sale and it looks like nearly all the new arrivals on oldnavy.com are 40% off with code SPRING so now's the time for that spring refresh!

Spring Beauty Essentials: Holographic Highlighters

Holographic Highlighters
It's time to get glowing! This season beauty editors are swapping out the gold and champagne shades for prismatic, out-of-this world hues. Featuring pastel purples, blues, pinks and pearlescent whites, each product offers a multidimensional highlight packed with just the right amount of shimmer. Unique yet subtle, these options are sure to stand out and are the perfect option to light up your day or night!

We've rounded up our favorite brands with options for every budget and are sharing tips on how to look bright, refreshed and absolutely stunning for spring. Read on to get all the details...