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Anna Dello Russo for H&M Collection

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Anna Dello Russo has teamed with H&M to create a special collection of "over-the-top" accessories. In the just-released video below, the fashion director of Japanese Vogue, who has previously collaborated with Macy's, talks about the inspiration behind her H&M collection and gives viewers a peek inside her private home.



Anna Dello Russo's H&M collection will be available on October 4, 2012, in around 140 stores worldwide and online. The collection features jewelry, sunglasses, shoes, bags and a trolley.

The more I learn about Anna Dello Russo, the more I love her (along with countless fashion enthusiasts). She's intelligent, imaginative, and genuinely enamored with fashion. I hope H&M launches online shopping for the US before this line arrives so I can scoop up a piece or two. Are you excited for this?

Ask BB: Mint and Coral Colored Skinny Jeans Under $50




Where can I get coral pink skinnies? I have been looking EVERYWHERE, and they are either sold out, or too expensive. I am also looking for some colored skinnies that are a pale mint green. Do you have any suggestions where I can find some? I want to spend $50 or less. (preferably less haha) —Sydney

Everyone seems to be wearing mint or coral jeans these days and yet every store seems sold out (I should know, I've tried Forever 21, Target, JCPenney, and Charlotte Russe. No one had my size!). But never fear, here are 5 places online that still stock these highly sought-after hues:

{Shown above from left: Chictopia members Fashion Coolture and The Gummy Sweet rock mint and coral denim.}


The Look for Less: Le Corbusier White Leather Couch

It's been a while since I've done a home decor "look for less," so here goes!

The iconic LC3 Grand Modele Two-Seat Sofa, designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, is $7,230 in white leather at Design Within Reach.





Got champagne taste on a beer budget? Get this Le Corbusier-style couch instead for $682.70, also in white leather, at Overstock.com.





Macy's Bar III Flea Market Tour




Bar III has always been about mixing old and new, and this spring, the contemporary clothing line with a vintage flair available at Macy's will be taking over some of the top flea markets in major cities across the country. Beginning in New York City this weekend, May 5th, Bar III ready-to-wear clothing for women, along with men's, jewelry, and home items will be available for sale at the Hester Street Fair. Fashion blogger Aimee Song of Song of Style will be on hand to offer tips as the brand's official flea market ambassador. Shoppers who spend $100 or more will get a free Flea Bags (fleabg.com). Keep reading to see pics from the collection and for a complete schedule of the Bar III flea-market takeovers happening in NY, Pasadena, Chicago, and Denver. Can't hit the flea market tour? Don't worry, there are still dozens of Bar III spring styles available online at Macys.com.

{Shown above: An artist rendering of the Bar III flea market invasion; Blogger Amy Song of Song of Style}