If you've resolved to get long, healthy nails in 2009, The Budget Beauty Babe has just the thing to help you reach your goal. —BB




by The Budget Beauty Babe
It’s getting to be that time of year when once again we find ourselves slowly losing sight of those new years resolutions we made with such enthusiasm just weeks ago. If this was the year for you to find a way to stop biting your nails, or just to figure out a way for you to finally get beautiful, long and hard nails then I have just the thing for you. Pick this up the next time you go to the drugstore and not only will you have gorgeous envy-worthy nails, but lots more spare cash when you realize it eliminates the need for professional manicures.

Whats my new year's solution? Sally Hansen Miracle Cure for Severe Problem Nails. This product really works. My nails have never grown longer or stronger without breaking, peeling or bending. The product is amazing and I the compliments about my nails haven’t stopped! Not only do I think it works wonders, but so does the company; they are so confident in their product that it is guaranteed to work. Now why can’t my resolution to exercise more often come with that kind of guarantee?

Shop it: Sally Hansen Miracle Cure for Severe Problem Nails, $7.99 - $8.29 at Walgreens and Walgreens.com

Today's sales at Gilt include Ports 1961, Pour La Victoire shoes, lingerie essentials from On Gossamer and Cosabella, and Robin Rotenier cufflinks. All sales start today, Thursday 2/5 at 12 PM ET. Use this link to join the sales: http://www.gilt.com/invite/budgetbabe

Thanks to alert reader Alison Y., we have photos of the Taylor Swift for l.e.i. collection now available at Wal-Mart stores! You'll find this youthful line of sundresses, skirts, tops and jeans in the juniors section, but with prices ranging from $7 for tops to $14 for dresses, I suggest ladies of all ages head on over to check this stuff out. Looks cute from what I've seen so far, bright colors are always what I crave when warm weather hits.

Update: See the entire collection here



More pics after the jump.

If you're dying to get a head-start on your spring/summer wardrobe, or you're jetting off to warmer climes for a little mid-winter vacay, then feast your eyes on these studded sandals. On the pricey end, we have the "Bangelz" from Steven by Steve Madden (above left), a gladiator-inspired flat with vintage appeal. According to the Steve Madden website, it's a "real celebrity favorite seen on Heidi Klum, Bar Rafaeli, Lindsay Lohan, Kate Moss, and more." Want the star style without forking over $90? Try Forever 21's cheap-o version, the "Encore Studded Flat" (above right), just $16.80 (and it's available in your choice of 3 colors!) Pair either, er, pair with jeans, skirts or flirty sundresses for effortless summer style.

Left: Steven by Steve Madden "Banglez" sandal, $89.95 at SteveMadden.com
Right: "Encore Studded Flat," $16.80 at Forever21.com

Today's sales at Gilt Groupe include Lambertson Truex accessories for women, Slane & Slane jewelry, Josie Natori intimates, Monica Rich Kosann accessories and Acne Jeans for men. The Alexander McQueen sale is still going on, lots of stuff is sold out already but it's worth browsing just for kicks! Amazing, amazing stuff. All sales start today, Wednesday 2/4 at 12 PM ET. Use this link to join the sales: http://www.gilt.com/invite/budgetbabe