NYC designer darling Rebecca Minkoff has created a special handbag exclusively for Mark Cosmetics. The studded faux-leather "Delight Bag" is $60 (similar bags from Minkoff's leather line go for $195) and it's available at meetmark.com and through mark reps.

Mark Rebecca Minkoff Delight Bag

In H&M's Summer 2012 collection lookbook, modeled by Frida Gustavsson and shot by Andreas Sjödin, the brand goes sporty with a ladylike '50s vibe. So fun! They're definitely picking up on trends set on the runway by the likes of Prada and Isabel Marant with the styling. It usually takes my eyes a couple months to adjust to a new trend before I readily embrace it - so does this mean I'll be wearing peplum and track jackets by June?

Keep reading to see all the looks, including men's. Which pieces catch your eye?

Ideeli has partnered with Spanish brand Desigual to launch their shoe collection on April 4th, and to celebrate, I've teamed up with Ideeli to show you how I'm wearing my Desigual flats.

Desigual is known for their bold colors and vibrant prints, including lots of florals, which makes them so-right for spring and summer.

Since I'm all about bright blazers for spring, I decided to dress up my basic t-shirt and jeans with a pink blazer and peacock-print Desigual flats.

Fashionologie is reporting that H&M has announced its plans to unveil a new chain of stores in 2013. The new store chain will launch under a separate brand that will have slightly higher prices than H&M but will not be considered luxury. That's good news for budget shoppers (like myself) who might be willing to spend a little more for better craftsmanship and materials.

WWD is also reporting that H&M will be adding "new concepts and product categories." My fingers are crossed that this will include home decor. Factor in online shopping for H&M and I will be in retail heaven.

What's your reaction to H&M's announcement?

Photo credit: TheBudgetBabe.com

Update 4/10/12: And the winner is… #74 Jess M! Congrats to our winner and thanks to everyone who participated.




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

Havaianas wants to give one lucky BB reader a pair of espadrille flats from their latest Soul Collection! That's right, the brand you know and love for some of the cutest, comfiest flip-flops in the world also makes classic espadrilles in a range of fun colors featuring Havaianas famous flip-flop sole. One winner gets to pick any style/color they like!

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Open to US residents only. Entries must be posted by 12 noon EST on Tuesday April 10th, 2012, to be eligible to win. I received one pair of Soul Collection shoes in conjunction with this giveaway.