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Lunch Hour Shopping: Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts, Tibi and More




There's still time to get Mom a great gift in time for Mother's Day (May 8th, in case you forgot). Head to Gilt Groupe where you'll find luxurious items that are sure to make your mom, grandmother, sister or friend smile. Order by 3pm on Thursday 5/5 and select Next Day Air to get your gifts by 5/8. Look for the "red tulip" before you add to cart for delivery by 5/8.

Also, be sure to check out the Tibi sale - this brand has been soaring lately, having teamed up with style icon Olivia Palermo and engaging with fans on Twitter. Get in on the fun for less with a pretty blouse, skirt or dress.

Ask BB: How to Style A Brightly Colored Day Dress

Would you happen to be able to lend me your styling expertise? I just scored a great deal on an Apt 9 dress from Kohl's. $29.99. Marked down from $50. It is fuchsia, hits me right at knee. I am short. Just under 5'3". Sort of a satiny material but not cheesy. Anyway, could you recommend shoes and jewelry and handbag? I always love seeing the looks you put together and the links to the items. A versatile look for dinner out, brunch and summer wedding. —Barbara

I love your new dress, the color is bold and the silhouette is chic and versatile enough to work for day or night. Here's how I'd style it for a Sunday brunch, dinner date and casual summer wedding.

Lunch Hour Shopping: Havaiana Flip Flop Sale at ideeli




Havaianas are a summer staple for fashionable feet around the world, from the beaches of Brazil where the company has its roots, to the streets of Beverly Hills where celebrity fans include everyone from Jennifer Aniston to Natalie Portman. Starting today at 12 noon ET, you can scoop up a pair of these stylish rubber sandals in the latest prints and colors up to 60%! Click here to shop the sale.

Shown above: Tribal print Havaiana flip flops, $11 (down from $24)