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The Look for Less: J.Crew Cabled Sweatshirt

J.Crew's mixed material sweatshirt with a cable knit front is $79.50 (30% off with code GIFTNOW). Also in black/gray for $89.50.



Get the look for less with this Mossimo mixed media cable sweater, available in four color combos for $24.99 at target.com.

Mossimo cable knit sweatshirt


Another option, which I just recently ordered for myself, is this Forever 21 remixed cable knit sweatshirt ($24.80, forever21.com). Here we see a regular sweatshirt with cable knit sleeves - similar concept, in reverse! I can't wait to get mine - I'll keep you posted as to the quality via Instagram.


H&M Spring 2014 Video Lookbook


I'm so not ready to think about spring fashion right now but H&M just released their spring 2014 video lookbook for women (and men). There are 13 looks modeled by Andreea Diaconu, featuring a contrast of short and long hemlines, white and black, fluid and structured pieces - but the overall effect is overwhelmingly light and airy. Think urban bohemian. A few mint green pieces punctuate the otherwise neutral palette. I find the tassel embellishments most interesting (they're big, like curtain tie-backs). Take a look and store these images in the back of your mind until March 6 when the collection will be available for purchase. Follow on social with hashtag #HMSS14.

Accessory Steal of the Week: BaubleBar Bib Necklace


Baublebar statement necklace

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly accessory that’s available online or in-stores. This week, it’s all about making a sparkling statement.

A chunky necklace is the easiest way to dress up any outfit from jeans to an old black dress. Luckily there are brands like BaubleBar that make pieces that look ten times more expensive than they are.