In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly accessory that’s available online or in-stores. This week, we’re talking hats. Make sure to check out my blog SydneStyle for more affordable fashion inspiration!

Whether you’re hitting the beach or the pool, a hat is a summer must-have. Not only does it protect your face from sun (goodbye wrinkles!) but it also makes a major fashion statement. For a boho vibe, I’m a huge fan of the floppy hat.

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly beauty products (and their high-end equivalents!) that are available online and in-store. This week, we’re chatting coral lipstick (!). Also make sure to check out my blog, HonestlyJamie.com for even more beauty product reviews and tips.

We all know how good MAC lipstick really is (like, really, really good) and their Pro LongWear Lip Crème in Good To Go is certainly no exception. I’ve been looking for a fun coral lipstick for summer but, eh, I’m not really willing to shell out $18 for a color that I’ll probably only wear a few times…but, luckily for me (and you!), I found a super close dupe: Milani Color Statement Lipstick in Sweet Nectar is VERY close…not exactly the same, but close. The Milani version isn’t quite as bright but it still gives me the fun, summery coral lip that I wanted, and for only $5.50. Done deal.

For even more beauty product reviews, tips and advice check out my blog, HonestlyJamie.com.

For some, the start of school might (sadly) be on the brink of our minds, whether it be for you or your kids. But that doesn’t mean the summer sun - and the bright, perky mood that it puts you in - has to fade, too! Keep the cheeriness going with some of these unique bags—you’re sure to make a statement with these and keep the good vibes goin’!

1. ASOS Metallic Trim Duffle Backpack $60

2. Boden Soft Leather Bowling Bag $95

3. Urban Outfitters Suede Fringe Half Moon Shoulder Bag $49

4. Francesca’s Nina Mini Crossbody $44

5. Threadsence Olive Grove Canvas Carryall $34

6. DailyLook Grapefruit Cross Body Purse $40

7. Lulu’s Sequin Me Over Clutch $27

8. Forever 21 Palm Frenzy Canvas Backpack $25

In this weekly column, I'm bringing you stylish home decor tips and finds for less. This week, we're loving stripes. For more decor inspiration, check out my blog, A Vintage Splendor.

Striped décor is generally connotated with east coast beach cottages and nautically inspired rooms, but stripes are a neutral (more so than say, leopard!) that can work in a variety of spaces as well as year round. Just like it doesn’t have to feel beachside retreat, stripes don’t have remind you of awnings either. A classic rugby stripe is elegant and traditional, while colorful watercolored stripes are modern and casual chic.

It's back-to-school season at Kohl's, and to celebrate, I've teamed up with the retailer to offer one lucky Budget Babe reader the chance to win a $50 Kohl's gift card! Use it to shop for college dorm essentials, new clothes, or whatever you want! I was just at my Kohl's store the other day and spotted tons of summer fashion on clearance. Please use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter. Good luck!! Oh, and one more thing, I've called this "Win It Wednesday" because I'm going to try to post a new giveaway each week on hump day, so check back for more fun giveaways to come!


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Open to U.S. and Canadian readers only (no Kohl's in Canada but all are welcome to enter!) Ends July 23, 2014 at 12 noon ET. This is not a sponsored post, but Kohl's has provided the prize. Thanks, Kohl's!