Since I just got over the flu and desperately wanted to get out of the house, I decided to swing by Old Navy today to check out the clearance sale they've been advertising. I'm not sure when it started but it runs through 1/30/13, online and in-stores (prices may vary, select styles only, while supplies last). I envisioned stumbling upon the very last fox sweater (the one I featured in this post), in my size, marked down to mere pennies...but in reality, I didn't find all that much.

Still, I didn't leave empty handed. I scooped up a bright orange peacoat (pretty sure it's the same one Olivia Palermo has in yellow) that was $14.99 (down from $54.94). I guess not many people were drawn to the orange but it was my favorite color of the bunch! I also scooped up a geometric print dress for just $7.49, something about the print and cut gave it a retro-Tory Burch-vibe that I really liked. Both pieces will inject a little fun and much-needed color into my mid-winter wardrobe.

Have you been to Old Navy lately? Which pieces did you set your eye on?

While shopping the year-end sale at Kohl's last week, I couldn't help but notice a new installment of spring apparel from the LC Lauren Conrad collection. No really, you couldn't miss it - the colors were literally popping off the racks! And to be honest, it was almost an insult considering the freezing temperatures we've been having lately. But who could hold a grudge against those bright blues, cheerful yellows and vibrant mango hues? Floral denim begged to be paired with breezy blouses while a floral blazer and lightwashed denim moto jacket made my puffy coat feel oppressive. If you could use a little "bright escape," head to your local Kohl's or kohls.com to check out this fun little capsule. Prices ranged from $25-$47 on sale. See anything you like?