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BB's Weekly Link Round-Up: Weekend Sales, Summer Finds Under $100 and More

Outfit idea with white dress and blush bomber


College Fashion takes a knot-front top from day to night.

Sydne Style rounds up stylish Mother's Day gift ideas (I'll take one of each, please).

I'm loving every single one of these Clay Art mugs for Target. This one would be perfect for Mother's Day gifting!

I just bought these Westley sandals and if they're comfy I might just get another color. Perfect for everyday.

How amazing is this tote bag? I'm obsessed with anything with tropical leave prints for summer.

On Pinterest I'm loving this white dress, bomber jacket and mules look.

I'm not sure how I feel about the Fenty Puma by Rihanna collection...like this $1,200 reversible bomber jacket.

I just ordered these $10 linen blend pants, figured for that price I can't go wrong! Tip: Search for keywords like "linen" or "cotton" when shopping fast-fashion sites to find some really good stuff.

Would you try...the metallic freckles trend?

Take 40% off select tops at American Eagle Outfitters.

Enjoy an extra 25% off sale styles at Kate Spade New York with code DOUGH.

Save an extra 40% off sale styles at J.Crew with code BIGSALE. I'm lusting after this scalloped one-piece bathing suit.

Summer finds under $100
1. Swimsuit // 2. Mug // 3. Leaf Tote // 4. Sandals



BB's Weekly Link-Up: J.Crew Sale, Spring Outfit Ideas and More

Pair a camo tee with white jeans for an unexpected spring look.


This is a big deal: J.Crew is offering an extra 40% off sale styles with code HOPTOIT.

This week I had a blast talking spring trends on a local radio show. You can listen to the interview here.

Feedspot's list of the Top 100 Fashion Blogs on the web is a good way to discover new blogs...and oh hey, we made the cut, too!

College Fashion rounds up 12 stylish and affordable gift ideas for graduates.

Corporette reveals the best default thing to wear to a workwear event.

Sydne Style shows us how to wear the gingham trend for spring.

I spotted these scalloped sandals at DSW the other day and realized they're a perfect dupe for this Loeffler Randall pair.

Such a great find from Copy Cat Chic - a Wayfair mirror lookalike that's a third of the price!

Hello Fashion makes a strong case for camo joggers. This pair is under $25!

This Mother's Day, I'm not waiting until the last minute to place an order from my favorite flower site.

On Pinterest we're loving this white and blue summer look.

I bought this camo tee and I love it. For $12.99, it's hard to go wrong.

Have a lovely weekend! xxBB



BB's Weekly Link Round Up: Jenna Lyons is Leaving J.Crew, Weekend Sales and More

Scallop tee, beach towel and hello summer straw hat


The Recessionista reports J.Crew's Creative Director Jenna Lyons is leaving.

College Fashion shares 3 things Pinterest taught them about style.

Sydne Style rounds up 6 accessories you need for festival season.

After months of searching, I bought this light at Lowe's and it's perfect! If you love the look of Restoration Hardware's linen shade pendant, the allen + roth light is a great look for less.

Latisha Springer shares six spring shoe trends with Nordstrom.

Vandi Fair is gorgeous in grown-up gingham.

I enjoyed reading Victoria Beckham x Target reviews from Target-Addict and The Key to Chic.

My JCPenney order arrived and this under-$20 a.n.a. peplum blouse is an instant favorite. I got the navy floral and both striped options!

More has the scoop on spring's top hair trend: Blorange.

I bought this hair brush at a local shop this week and all I can say is, why did I wait so long to try boar bristle brushes?! #lifechanging

Forever 21 Plus unveils a new lookbook for spring starring cool-girls Barbie Ferreira and Lulu Bonfils.

Take an extra 30% off almost everything during the Lord & Taylor Friends and Family Sale.

Take 50% off everything at Ann Taylor with code SPRING50.

Save an extra 25% off clearance at Nordstrom Rack.

Plus, two comments from readers:

Kate recommends this top from the Victoria Beckham x Target collab: "For me, this piece as a hit! Lightweight but substantial, classy, elegant, but different, too. Good fit everywhere and long enough to wear with medium-rise jeans. This is a piece worth stalking. How its under $30.00 is beyond me!"

Meanwhile Kara echoed a common sentiment among readers: "I was not impressed by the fabric quality. Everything was pretty much double knit polyester a la 1978 and grandma's cruise collection. If you aren't a size 6, everything is going to make you feel bigger as the drape is extreme."

Have a great weekend! xxBB



BB's Weekly Link Round Up: Weekend Sales, A Family Photo Outfit Idea for Easter and More

Family photo fashion should be casual and coordinated for the best pictures.


H&M has hundreds of new spring styles, which I'm thinking would be perfect for outfitting my entire family for some spring photos...maybe a palette of blush and mint for Easter (above)?

Speaking of Easter, Sydne Style shares 6 Easter Sunday outfit ideas.

College Fashion takes a one-shoulder top from day to night.

LC Lauren Conrad launched fine jewelry at Kohl's. This rose gold and diamond ring is actually really pretty and just $160 with promo code BUYNOW.

All dresses are 30% off at Express, like this menswear inspired off-the-shoulder dress that nails the new shirt-dressing trend.

Spring favorites are 50% off at LOFT, no code needed! Love this off-the-shoulder ruffle top.

Lands' End has a sexy new Sea & Sky swimwear collection that's now 30% off. This wrap one piece is calling my name.

Forever 21 Plus swim collection is now available - I love this flirty peach one-piece.

These pink raffia sandals are EVERYTHING - and under $30!

I just saw the new Southwest inspired decor collection at my Target and of course now I need an artificial cactus.

Also a friendly warning, do not go to Target if you are pineapple-obsessed. Waaay too many cute pineapples from doormats to ice cube trays to this lamp.

I'm also obsessed over the new Nate Berkus modern neutral collection. Give me all the things.