If you're able to pop into a Forever 21 this week during your lunch break or after work, you'll find tons of great fashions for spring! From festival-chic to 90s-redux, there's something for everyone. You'll also find swimwear for that spring break getaway, activewear for the gym, and NBA apparel to help you support your favorite team. On this trip, I picked up a lightweight navy cotton sweater, a striped terry pullover and a black faux-leather backpack (similar to one I saw at Zara but less). And actually, that's a shopping strategy I often employ when sifting through the mountains of uber-trendy fashions at Forever 21: I ask myself, "Could I see this (pant, top, skirt, dress) at one of my favorite 'grown-up' stores?" If the answer is yes, I know I'm on the right track!

Let me know if anything catches your eye in these photos I snapped!

With warm weather inching closer and closer, it's nearly time to make the switch from winter to spring in your closet! Make the change a little easier with an assortment of pastel pieces, like these 7 affordable finds under $50. Soft hues like lavender, blush pink and mint green can easily be paired with each other or with any neutral color, making them a versatile must-have for the season. Springtime, here we come!


Pink Sweater $46.56 / Mint Green Selfie Sweater $24.93 / Pastel Striped Sweater $45 / Coach Tour Dress in Lavender $48 / Pink High Waist Denim $44 / Pastel Blue Clutch $41 / Yellow Flats $15

Spring is almost here, which means it's time to start cleaning out your closet to make room for new pieces! The question is: Where to begin? Sure, you could list your unwanted fashions on eBay or Threadflip, but who has the time? Instead, consider my quick and easy approach based on what you want to get rid of - is it fast-fashion pieces that slant young and trendy? Luxury items you never use? Keep reading for 5 quick and easy spring-cleaning tips that will help you get the most cash out of your closet based on what's in it.

Hi there budget babes! I’m Annette Vartanian from A Vintage Splendor, and in my new weekly column for The Budget Babe, I will be bringing you the chicest home décor products and ideas, without breaking the bank. We all lust after the pristine interiors that grace the pages of magazines; I’ll bring you the best products to achieve that fabulous look and how-to tips for an achievable style. This week, I’m diving into one of the chicest spaces in Los Angeles.

Jessica Alba has chic covered, from her wardrobe to her tots; even her eco-friendly line Honest Company’s offices boast Alba’s unique style. At first glance, the reception area looks like the inviting living room of a mid-century modern home, adorned with one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. But, it is where business happens for the thriving company. This room is all about functionality, comfort and fashion.

The best part? You can recreate the look for your living room with some key pieces.

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly beauty products (and their high-end equivalent!) that’s available online or in-stores. This week, we’re chatting argan oil for your hair.

You can’t deny that Moroccanoil has really dominated the argan oil market, but at $43 there were bound to be beauty dupes.