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Diane Kruger is '70s Chic in Wide Leg Jeans and Platforms - Shop Her Look for Less


Diane Kruger's modern 70s look for less / Thebudgetbabe.com

If you're ready to give this season's '70s trend a nod, all you'll need are a pair of wide leg jeans and platforms. Leave it to trendy high-street brands H&M and Topshop to deliver those items on a budget. Diane Kruger's Breton stripe tee and classic red coat give the look a Parisian vibe, so don't think you have to go full-on flower power to nail this look. Her hat and sunnies keep things fun and modern.


Get the celebrity look for less:
J.Crew Striped Breton Tee, $45
Topshop 'Smile' Wooden Platform Leather Sandal, $90
H&M Wide Leg Jeans, $29.95
JollyChic Red Blazer Coat, $29.99
Forever 21 Wool Fedora, $17.90


Photo credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com

Lauren Conrad's New Minnie Mouse Collection for Kohl's is Super Cute - See the Lookbook


LC Lauren Conrad x Minnie Mouse collection at Kohl's

Lauren Conrad has created a Minnie Mouse-inspired collection for Kohl's - and it's super cute. The 20-piece collection features the most adorable dresses and separates with a playful vintage vibe. Think polka dots, sweetheart necklines and Peter Pan collars. It's Lauren's second Disney-themed collection for Kohl's, the first being her Cinderella collection from this spring (currently on sale!). I'm loving LC's beauty look here, too, the cat-eye and red lip is perfection. Shop the Lauren Conrad x Minnie Mouse collection in stores May 10.

We Review: Adorable and Affordable Activewear at Forever 21


Review of Forever 21's affordable fitness apparel

Just when you thought Forever 21 couldn’t get any better, the budget-friendly black hole has expanded into the fitness side of fashion. While the items are no Lucy or Lululemon or Nike, they offer replicas in style and design from these big fitness brands that are much more affordable and will pass - as long as you don’t mind sacrificing a bit of quality. But seasoned Forever shoppers already know that high-quality can’t always be expected there.

Spot the Real: J.Crew 'Malta' Sandal


Can you spot the real J.Crew sandals?

This summer is truly all about the simple sandal, with slip-on slides leading the pack. If classic Birks are too earthy, then J.Crew's "Malta" ($78) sandal is your muse - two streamlined leather straps on a barely-there sole. Recently I spotted a lookalike that's also made from genuine leather and will save you about $18. Can you guess which is the real J.Crew sandal? Click a link below to find out!


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Target's Summer Prep Decor Collection Will Make You Forget All Your Lilly Pulitzer Woes - See 25+ In-Store Photos


Summer Prep Decor Collection at Target

Typically after scoping out a big designer collab launch, I wander around Target and find plenty of other items to waster...er...spend my money on instead. Oftentimes I'll find clothing and even housewares that's reminiscent of the designer collab, but at lower pricepoints. This was definitely the case yesterday when I spotted the Summer Prep Decor Collection in a palette of hot pink, navy white and gold, with a nautical beachy theme, it reminded me of Lilly Pulitzer - and may even be cuter! Highlights include a lobster throw pillow, sea urchin sculpture and gold coral figurine. Totally Instagram worthy! Everything's priced from $9.99-$99.99 and is an additional 10% off online with code VIP. Browse 25+ in-store pics after the jump!