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Sneak Peek at the Missoni For Target Look Book




Twenty images from the Missoni for Target lookbook have been leaked via a Tumblr blog called All the Way Up Here. Its author, a "real doll" named Marina, says the photos were given to her from Margherita Missoni herself. My understanding is that Marina has been hired by the Missonis and Target to model the cheap-chic collection, which as you know features everything from women's, men's and children's apparel and accessories to home decor, luggage and a bike. If you haven't already, mark your calendars for the September 13th launch and start saving up, these pieces will be priced from $7.99 to $199.99. Thanks again to reader Phaedra for the tip.

Click through to see all the leaked photos. The wait is kiiiilling me!

The Look for Less: KORS Michael Kors 'Channing' Boot

These lace-up leather wedge boots by KORS Michael Kors are $350. Quite possibly the perfect shoe for fall.



KORS at ShopStyle



I'm hoping to find more similar styles as the fall season unfolds, but here's a great looking boot that will give you the look for less. They're by Deena & Ozzy and cost just $69, available in brown or black.



Urban Outfitters at ShopStyle



Would you wear either of these this fall? I can picture them with skinny jeans and chunky sweaters or tights and skirt. Love.

Review: Softsoap Body Butter Strawberry Smoother Body Smoothing Wash


Once again, I've enlisted the help of my sister Chantal to review a Softsoap body wash that sounds good enough to eat. See what she had to say below! —BB



by Chantal Baros
Softsoap was kind enough to recently send me a bottle of their Body Butter Strawberry Smoother body wash ($5 at drugstores). I love body washes that moisturize as they cleanse (if I can skip another step in the morning while getting ready, sign me up!) And I love exfoliating body washes (which are particularly important if you use sunless tanners, as I and my translucent skin frequently do). Put the two together and I’m in love! Well, in love with the idea, but is this product Prince Charming and did it deliver or did it leave me dry, flaky and feeling like I kissed a frog?

Win Cool Stuff: $100 Kohl's Gift Card

Update: And the winner is… #39 Elizabeth Ha! Congrats to our winner and thanks to everyone who entered!




Please note: This giveaway has ended and is now closed to further entries.

Kohl's wants to help you shop the latest fall styles with a $100 Kohl's Gift Card! (They really spoil us, don't they?) One lucky reader will win a $100 Kohl's Gift Card, courtesy of Kohl's, redeemable on thousands of great items at Kohl's stores and online at kohls.com. Whether you're heading back to school or looking for new pieces for your work wardrobe, Kohl's has you covered.

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This giveaway is open to US residents only since there is no Kohl's Canada at this time. Comments must be posted by 12 noon ET on Wednesday August 17th to be eligible to win. I received a back-to-school press package from Kohl's earlier this month. The decision to host this giveaway was my own.