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Spot the Real: BB Dakota Chambray Dress

Can you spot the BB Dakota Gerritt chambray dress?
If you love your denim or chambray shirts, you'll adore having a simple dress in this wear-with-everything fabric for summer. Much like that favorite shirt, you can style a chambray dress in so many ways, either with earthy neutrals or colorful brights. Never too fussy, never boring, it's a fashion friend you can lean on all season long. BB Dakota's faded denim dress is $75 at Shopbop.com while the look for less is $35 elsewhere. Can you spot the real from the steal? Check your guess by clicking a link below!


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You Can Basically Get Hilary Duff's Entire Tie-Dye Top and Ripped Jeans Look for Less at Kohl's

Hilary Duff's sleeveless purple and black tie dye top look for less
Hilary Duff continues her boho-with-an-edge streak in a tie-dye top, ripped jeans and ankle boots, with a fringe bag, floppy hat and turquoise necklace to accessorize. (See her boho maxi skirt look here.) It's a look that I quickly realized could basically be recreated in its entirety with pieces from Kohl's, especially their Rock & Republic line, which is all about everyday rock 'n' roll (and no, this post is in no way sponsored by Kohl's). While Hilary is probably rocking all designer pieces from head to toe, it's good to know you can achieve the same laid-back look at a fraction of the price!


Shop the look for less:
Rock & Republic at Kohl's Tie Dye Tee // Rock & Republic at Kohl's Deconstructed Jeans // Forever 21 Floppy Hat // J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez at Kohl's Ankle Boots // Initial Bar Pendant (own this one, love it!) // Topshop Turquoise Beaded Necklace // H&M Fringe Shoulder Bag


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Perfect Pairs: Jumpsuits and Wedge Sandals Inspired by Jessica Alba

Jessica Alba's floral jumpsuit and wedge sandals look
If you're looking for effortless summer style, look no further than Jessica Alba's latest weekend look. The actress and entreprenuer was spotted out and about with her husband looking ever the bohemian street-style goddess in a floral wide-leg jumpsuit and platform wedge sandals for a breezy, leggy look. Her outfit combination is definitely easy to imitate on a budget, with jumpsuits cropping up at just about every fast fashion store online and at the mall. And wedge sandals give you height with comfort (plus they're perfect when you're treading on grass at outdoor events). Here I've rounded up three of my favorite jumpsuit and wedge sandal combinations, priced from just $25 to $88. Which would you wear?

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Off the Rack: June Highlights at H&M Part 2 (See 25+ In-Store Photos)

What's in store at H&M right now
As promised, here's part 2 from my shopping trip to H&M this week where I snapped pics of some of my favorite fashions currently in store. (See part 1 here.) I was last-minute dress shopping for an event we have this weekend and was glad to see dresses on just about every rack in the store, from casual sundresses to more formal dresses you could wear to a wedding like this yellow lace dress, or the watercolor print dress above - it would go perfectly with the strappy silver sandals that you'll see below! I guess H&M knows that everyone is dress shopping right now, whether it's for graduations or garden parties. Other highlights include this double layer tank, this palm print dress, and this jersey stripe dress (which I bought...glad I didn't pay a small fortune for the Milly at Kohl's t-shirt dress I featured here). Also, this striped cotton dress would make a chic beach cover-up, as would this beach to street striped dress (both have a Madewell vibe I'm loving). What can I say, so much to love right now at H&M! Keep reading for more photos and to see what I bought, plus some notes on sizing.

Chrissy Teigen's Sexy Satin Kimono Amps Up Her Jeans and T-Shirt Combo

Chrissy Teigen's Kimono Jacket and Ankle Boots look for less
From silky pajama sets to bustier tops, lingerie for daytime dressing has been an ongoing trend in the fashion world. While not always doable for everyday, here's one application we can imitate thanks to Chrissy Teigen, who makes a satin kimono jacket work with a simple black tank and ripped skinny jeans. I found an actual satin robe for my look for less; search for "kimono" or "duster" at your favorite stores for more options. Want more breezy layering ideas for summer? Check out Alessandra Ambrosio's boho poncho look, too!


Shop the look for less:
Forever 21 Fedora // Choies Ripped Jeans // Mango Handbag // In Bloom by Jonquil Kimono Robe // Vince Camuto Kannon Boot // A.J. Morgan Sunglasses


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