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What to Buy at Old Navy to Get Your Wardrobe Spring-Ready, Plus 30% Off Today Only!


The Budget Babe: Old Navy In-Store Spring Fashion Highlights

If you still don't have your spring wardrobe in gear, I'm here to help: I've scoured the racks at Old Navy and picked out a few highlights that will complement your existing wardrobe and (hopefully) create endless outfit ideas! For starters, this sleeveless printed top will look pretty and polished with shorts or slouchy pants (it has a Tory-Burch-on-a-budget vibe). For a bold pop of color and print, try this tulip print skirt and pair it with Old Navy's striped blazer for extra fashion points. I also loved these basic print chiffon skirts and striped linen blend dresses for an effortless Isabel-Marant feel. Accessorize with this versatile perforated faux leather tote and double-band sandals (look just like J.Crew's Malta sandals!) and you're ready for vacay or the weekend. Also, if you loved this Madewell spring outfit idea, Old Navy has all the pieces (denim vest, soft patterned pants) you need to recreate it for less. P.S. In case you're wondering what I bought, I picked up this adorable yellow rain coat and these slip-on shoes for my little guy. Couldn't resist!

What are you loving at Old Navy for spring?

Oh, and did I mention this can't-miss deal to save on all the aforementioned finds?! Get 30% off your order at Oldnavy.com, today 3/16 only, no code needed!

Sunday Funday Linkup: Spring Layering Tips, Nail Polish Storage & A $100 Target Gift Card Giveaway!

Sunday Funday Linkup Bloghop

It's Sunday and that means it's linkup party time! This week we're highlighting spring layering tips, nail polish storage (it's what dreams are made of), and much more. This week's linkup is hosted at Bon Bon Rose Girls - please head on over to her blog to add your "best of the week" links. And stop by our lovely co-host Fab Fatale for more inspiration! We're also giving away a $100 Target gift card, so please scroll down and use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter.

Spot the Real: Oscar de la Renta Gingham Skirt


Can you guess which gingham skirt costs $1,290?

I can't recall a spring season that didn't involve at least a little gingham, that classic check print which always brings to mind sunny picnics and garden parties. For spring 2015 we saw gingham on the runways of Oscar de la Renta, Michael Kors and Altuzarra, to name a few. One way to rock the trend for work or play is with a gingham pencil skirt. Oscar de la Renta's costs $1,290 at Net-a-porter.com, but I found a great look for less for us Budget Babes that's just $33. If you follow me on Facebook, then you may have already seen the look for less! If not, try to guess which skirt costs more by clicking a link below...


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Fashion Blogger Kendi Everyday's Spring Pastel Look for Less


Kendi Everyday's spring pastel look for less

When it comes to spring style inspiration, fashion blogger Kendi Everyday has one of my favorite looks of the season: Her floral blouse and pink coat ensemble is both feminine and chic, and represents the perfect way to wear pastels without looking overly delicate. While Kendi's style is totally attainable and wearable - and she often suggests budget looks for pieces that are more of an investment - the look shown above costs $775 (not including the jewelry and sunglasses). I set out to see if I could put something similar together for myself and managed to get the look for $$201.02. You can shop Kendi's exact items on her website here.


Get the look for less:
Coat (also love this one by J.O.A.) / Jeans / Blouse / Shoes / Bag


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Spot the Real: Nomia White Tunic Top


Can you guess which white tunic top costs more?

There's something refreshingly minimal about a white tunic top, especially for spring. But there's nothing "minimal" about the designer pricetag on one of the tops above - it's $360 at Ssense.com. The look for less, on the other hand, will give you that monastic vibe for just $80 (less if you wait for a sale!) Can you guess which top costs more? Click a link below to find out!


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