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Off the Rack: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Runway Collection

LC Lauren Conrad Runway collection at Kohl's
Back in August we shared the news that Lauren Conrad would be unveiling her first runway collection for Kohl's during New York Fashion Week - did anyone watch the livestream on September 9? I have to confess, I forgot to watch (didn't see much buzz before the show) but I did check out the collection at my local Kohl's store this past weekend. That's right, this line went straight from the runway to the racks - and it's all on sale, too, priced from $27 to $150 (additional pieces online go up to $224).

Great Lengths: Chrissy Teigen's Duster Cardigan and Peep-Toe Booties Look for Less

Chrissy Teigen wears a floral duster with a white top, black leggings and black open-toe lace up boots
Chrissy Teigen's airport style is on point for fall, as she rocks a floor length print duster with a simple white top, black leggings and sexy open-toe booties. Her floppy wool hat is the must-have accessory for fall (I've already collected one in navy, gray and black including the look for less that I've shown here from Walmart - it's just $13.97!) Meanwhile, Chrissy's classic aviator sunglasses accentuate her model-off duty cool factor. Read on to get the complete look for less...

Here's My Thakoon for Kohl's Review Complete with Dressing Room Selfies and In-Store Pics

A review of Thakoon for Kohl's
Earlier I shared some photos of celebrities wearing Thakoon for Kohl's, now here's my review complete with dressing room selfies! In many ways I have no business commenting on fit seeing as how I'm 30 weeks pregnant, but I can still comment on the styling and quality. Surprisingly many of the pieces were very flattering as "maternity" tops - I'm not sure that's the kind of endorsement DesigNation is looking for but it's true.

See How Celebs Like Olivia Palermo and Kate Bosworth Wear Thakoon for Kohl's

Olivia Palermo wear Thakoon for Kohl's
The Thakoon for Kohl's collection launched September 10, and this weekend I had a chance to try on some pieces at my local store. I'll be posting my review later today but first, I wanted to share these celebrity images to give you an idea of how the pieces can be styled. Fashion requires imagination, and had you simply seen these piece online or on a rack, you might not give them a second look. But on the likes of Olivia Palermo, Kate Bosworth and Hilary Rhoda, they definitely take on a new level of chic! Read on to see all three looks - who do you think wore Thakoon for Kohl's best?

Shop Olivia and Hilary's vest here, and Kate's shirt here!

Fab Find: Oversized Wrap Poncho for $14 at Walmart

Plaid shawls at Walmart?! So cute
Today I popped into Walmart to see if they had any good toddler shoes for fall when my toddler fell asleep in the stroller. These stroller naps are starting to get very expensive because when baby sleeps, mama will shop. And shop. And shop! Someone stop me (or help me time these naps better, one or the other). I stumbled upon these amazing ponchos (shawls/ruanas/whatever-they're-called) for just $13.97 and ended up buying both of the plaid ones (here and here).