And the winners are…

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  #28 Alexandra, "I've definitely been loving statement jewelry and mixing soft, feminine clothes with metal studded/chain accessories this summer. Fun!"
  
  


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  #12 Christina, "I gotta say, I've really embraced the 'borrowed from the boys' look, living in my Hanes and comfy jeans. This is a huge change for me, I usually live in dresses and skirts."
  
  


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  #62 Puja, "By far, i have been, and still am, obsessed with boyfriend blazers. their versatility and ability to completely transform (in the best way possible) a dress or a casual outfit into something more sophisticated is unbelievable."
  
  


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  #72 l i s a, "I love gladiator sandals!"
  
  


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  #87 jasmine, "Gotta love pairing summer dresses with boots. Its so chic!"

Congrats to our winners and thanks to everyone who entered!




Please note: This contest is now closed.

Don't give up on summer just yet! We've teamed up with Avon to offer FIVE (5) lucky readers the chance to win a gorgeous Avon Fold Over Hobo, stuffed with all of the stylish essentials that they'll need for a Labor Day getaway - a Bright Bangle Watch, versatile Dip Dye Scarves, a Bold Cluster Ring and Clear Bangle Bracelet!

Here are the deets for the giveaway:

The prize: Five (5) Labor Day Essentials goodie bags containing one (1) each Avon Fold Over Hobo ($29.99), Bright Bangle Watch ($19.99), Dip Dye Scarf ($24.99), Bold Cluster Ring ($7.99), and Clear Bangle Bracelet ($14.99) (actual prize may vary from sample images shown above). Value: $98

How to enter: Visit the Avon website, then tell us your favorite summer trend from 2009 in the comments below.

Good luck!!!

Be sure to use a valid email address and include info(at)thebudgetbabe.com in your address book so we can contact you if you're the winner. Email addresses will not be shared and will only be used to notify you if you're the winner for this giveaway. Comments must be posted by 12 noon ET on Monday August 31 to be eligible to win. Five lucky winners will be chosen at random, and will be announced on Tuesday September 1. Giveaway is open to residents living in the continental United States only.