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Dollar Bin Diaries: Halloween and More Fall Finds at Target

Dollar bin finds at Target right now include the cutest things for Halloween.
Like it or not, Halloween decor is already cropping up in all the stores, including the Target dollar bins. Sometimes I wonder how long we can perpetuate the endless cycle of holidays as a society, but I'll leave that job up to someone more qualified...for your Halloween festivities, Target has some stylish items like tulle decor, glass vials and other assorted vintage-looking jars, some black and white marbelized pieces that are really chic (pumpkin, pillow, tags), as well as signs with cute sayings, newsprint banners, and artwork featuring a very Edgar Allan Poe raven. The more I rummaged, the more I got into the fall holiday spirit. Leaf motifs adorned napkin rings and cookie cutters, adorable ramekins made me think of Thanksgiving meals and of course, all the candy and crafts for kids had my 3-year-old absolutely giddy. I let him fill a pail with some fun finds and reflected on how wonderful this time as a parent truly is, when you can take your kid to the dollar spot at Target and it's like Disneyland to them! Scroll through my pics and tell me what you're picking up this fall...so. much. goodness.

Boho Bombshell: Alessandra Ambrosio's Floral Blouse and Ripped Denim Look for Less

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less
Summer may be winding down, but that doesn't mean it's over — especially when clearance sales and endless celebrity looks are inspiring me to continue wearing my favorite pairs of shorts. In this look, Alessandra Ambrosio styled a long sleeve printed top with ripped denim shorts, studded ankle strap espadrilles, delicate gold jewelry and round metal sunglasses. This look is perfect for those lingering warm days, but if you're looking to extend this look into fall or if you're already in the midst of chillier weather opt for skinny jeans. Plus, the pair I've featured has a similar style to Alessandra's so the overall feel of the look is unchanged. Shop my picks starting at just under $4!

Alessandra Ambrosio Look for Less



Alessandra Ambrosio Photo Credit: Pacific Coast News


Classic in Camel: Emily Ratajkowski's High-Neck Crop and Cutoff Denim Look for Less

Emily Ratajkowski Look for Less
Street style has been on point since the beginning of September, aka fashion month, and no one does it better like models off-duty. Here Emily Ratajkowski flawlessly transitions to fall in an all neutral ensemble by pairing a camel knit side-tie crop with high-waisted denim cutoff shorts, coordinating suede over-the-knee boots and a tan leather handbag. She kept jewelry minimal with a simple pair of gold hoop earrings. Emily's exact LPA Top 1 rings up at $148 from Revolve and is still available in all sizes. However, if you're not looking to spend that kind of cash, Wild Pearl Faux Suede Mock Neck Tank is a total match and costs just $11.98! Read on to get this top, plus other amazing fashion finds starting at $4...

Emily Ratajkowski Look for Less



Emily Ratajkowski Photo Credit: Darla Khazei, PacificCoastNews


Back-to-School with Kohl's: Utility Jacket and Lace-Up Flats

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kohl’s. All opinions are 100% mine.

Pair a cargo jacket with a striped tee and lace-up flats for a chic back-to-school look.


Back-to-school fashion is all about finding versatile pieces that you can wear multiple ways, which is why this Mudd Embroidered Utility Jacket was a clear choice for me as I was putting together my third look for Kohl's (see my first and second looks here and here). To say I'm obsessed would be an understatement: You can wear utility jackets with ripped jeans and Converse, shorts and combat boots, or even a flirty dress and heels. #musthaveforreal The embroidery on this particular utility jacket makes it feel special while the black-and-white color palette is still easy to mix and match with everything in your closet.

Check Mate: Gigi Hadid's Wrap Dress and Over the Knee Boots Look for Less

Gigi Hadid Look for Less
Throw the fashion rule book out the window, Gigi Hadid proves that yes, you can wear white after Labor Day. Gigi styled her Tularosa Rocky Dress ($168) with a pair of gray over-the-knee boots,a black leather structured handbag, gold layered necklaces, a velvet cuff bracelet and a pair of silver aviators. Between the grid print, the mirrored flat-lens sunglasses, sexy shoes and use of suede, this outfit touches on so many fall trends while remaining effortlessly chic. This is the ultimate model-off-duty look and my must-have piece is definitely the suede boots! Steal Gigi's style with my similar finds, including a pair of sky-high boots for $68...

Gigi Hadid Look for Less



Gigi Hadid Photo Credit: Brian Flannery, Pacific Coast News