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5 Must-Have Spring Shoes

Olivia Culpo for DSW
Olivia Culpo has signed with DSW as their first-ever Style Ambassador, and as her first order of business, the actress, model, and fashion influencer is sharing her 5 must-have spring shoes. I love Olivia's picks - they're incredibly versatile, on-trend, and the best part is they're all under $60! I think I'll be making a trip to DSW very soon. Need those adidas sneakers in my life. What shoe trends are you loving for spring?

Culpo’s first curated edit, available in stores and on DSW.com today, includes the following shoes:
1. Carlos by Carlos Santana Reza Bootie, $49.95
2. Adidas NEO Advantage Sneaker, $59.95
3. Mix No. 6 Avery Sandal, $39.95
4. Kelly & Katie Cigola Flat, $39.95
5. Nike Benassi Slide Sandal, $24.95

Spring Shoes Under $40 I'm Loving at Kohl's

Kohl's has the cutest shoes for spring.
Earlier I shared some of my spring fashion picks under $20 at Kohl's, and now I've got a round-up of the best shoes - all under $40 (and most are actually under $30 after coupons!)




3 Spring Trends to Try From London

Charlotte Wiggins at the Topshop Unique show at Tate Modern on Day 3 of London Fashion Week.
Hey Budget Babes!! My name is Maddie Kelley and I am so excited to be joining the team as an intern. I am a Wellesley College student currently studying abroad in London. My personal style is simple with a hint of edgy. My fashion is very inspired by my travels and street wear. I'm looking forward to your feedback and I can't wait to share my writing with all of you!

When I get to a new city, I’m always scanning the crowds for what everyone is wearing. I can’t walk by a single person without noticing their shoes, their bag, their jeans...basically every element of their outfit in order to understand what sets the city’s fashion apart from others.

London style is actually quite unique, especially in Soho, the fashion hub of London. Filled with fashion students, designers, and shoppers, the fashion style there is casual but cool and effortless yet sophisticated.

Here are three major trends I've seen while living abroad in London, plus budget-friendly pieces to help you get the look:

Shown above: Charlotte Wiggins at the Topshop Unique show. (Photo Credit: Photoshot, PacificCoastNews)

Spring Fashion Picks at Kohl's Under $20

See what's stylish at Kohl's this spring.
Off-the-Shoulder Top (5 colors, also in plus-size)


I stopped at Kohl's this past weekend to see what was new and noteworthy. I forget how crowded it can be on the weekends. From the racks to the dressing rooms to the long checkout lines, it was not the most relaxing shopping experience. But I spotted a few cute pieces worth sharing, most notably the off-the-shoulder top you see above. It's the perfect take on this trend - committed to the look, but not over-the-top. The fabric is a nice cotton, it's comfy, you can dress it up or down, and it's just $20 on sale!