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The Look for Less: Sorrelli Oversized Paisley Crystal Necklace

Earlier this week, I saw @taylorsterling of The Glitter Guide post this stunning Sorrelli necklace on her Instagram feed and instantly fell in love. But when I looked it up on Sorrelli's website, I discovered that it costs $692.50. Sadface.


Glitter Guide's Sorrelli Necklace

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Let's turn that frown upside down! Check out this look for less I spotted at Target earlier today that costs just $29.99! Ok, ok, so it's no Sorrelli, but taken on its own, I think it's a beautiful necklace that captures the essence of the Sorrelli bling fairly well. And did I mention it's just $30?!


Sorrelli inspired necklace


I couldn't find this necklace on Target.com but you should have no trouble finding it at your local Target store. This necklace is part of a new spring collection and includes a couple other necklaces in a pink/coral as well as aqua/navy color palette. Definitely worth checking out if you love Sorrelli's vintage-chic look!

The Look for Less: White Floral Magnets

While browsing Hautelook's "Home" sales today, I came across this set of 3 white floral magnets, which are selling for $28 (down from $54)...

white flower magnets


...and I thought to myself, Well, well, well, these look identical to the magnets I just bought at Target the other day for only $5.99!

white flower magnets at target


They're sold out online (of course) but you can find these in the seasonal home decor aisle at your Target store now, they should still be in stock. I'm trying to "clean up" all the stuff I stick to my fridge by using all-white magnets and these look so fresh and pretty for spring. Click the image above to view.

Deal du Jour: Baublebar 'String Fling' Promotion


Baublebar bracelet deal

Baublebar has a fun "String Fling" promotion going on now through 3/7 where you can build a set of their best-selling pull tie bracelets - in fun new spring colors like mint green and robin's egg blue - for just $30. These sets normally retail for $60 to $70, so it's a fantastic deal! Build your unique set HERE.

5 Under $50: Bold Stripes


spring fashion trend 2013 bold stripes

Stripes have been a staple for many seasons now, but this spring, designers like Dior and Dolce & Gabbana took things a step further: These spring stripes are especially bold, wide, and vibrant, less gamine and more graphic. They zig and zag horizontally and vertically on dresses, skirts, pants and tops in newly adventurous ways. And it'll take a little sense of adventure to pull off the look. If you're up for the challenge, here are five of my favorite picks for wearing this trend under $50.

{Shown above from left: Inspiration from Zoe Saldana in Dolce & Gabbana, Olivia Palermo in Dior and Megan from TfDiaries.com in Lulu's}