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Seeing Double: World Shopper Tote




You know something's hot when Forever 21 comes a knock knock knockin' on (or off?) your door. And apparently, reusable shopping totes are smoking: Forever 21 seems to have copied this World Shopper Bag (a bag that we featured back in July 2007) from Target. The price difference is negligible, so I'd say go with the original. But hey, as long as you're skipping the paper and plastic, I suppose any reusable bag is better than none.

>> Left: World Shoppers Bag at Target.com, $13.99
>> Right: World Shopper Tote at Forever21.com, $10.80


Poll: Are Jellies Hot or Not?


Seems like every designer is reworking the jelly sandal for Spring - Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Fendi, and Michael Kors to name a few - and there are dozens of budget-friendly jellies to choose from as well. But we all know (especially us '80s babies) that plastic shoes often equal painful, sweaty feet. Nonetheless, something like this clear jelly thong sandal (above) with an adjustable ankle strap looks pretty cute and wearable for say, the beach or poolside - and for $7.80, we're willing to give juicy jellies one more try! But what about you…


Above: Pella Jelly Thong at Forever21.com (also available in charcoal), $7.80

Paint-Splash Prints on a Budget




Designers are referencing art movements such as abstract expressionism for Spring. What does it all mean? It's time to express your inner artist. Paint splatters never looked so chic.

[1] Go International Abstract Stripe Top at Target.com, $18.99
[2] Brushed Chiffon Tunic at Forever21.com, $19.80
[3] Ombre Print Dress at Topshop.com, £50.00
[4] Abstract Metallic Top at Forever21.com, $22.80
[5] Simply Vera Vera Wang Shirred-Neck Tee at Kohl's stores, now $24.99
[6] Contemporary chiffon tunic at Forever21.com, $27.80
[7] Simply Vera Vera Wang Embellished Top at Kohl's stores, now $34.99

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