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BB's Weekly Link Round-Up: All About Valentine's Day, A Bomber with Backpack Straps and More

Valentine's Day decor on a budget and more fashionable finds from The Budget Babe


How have I never seen this blog before? New obsession: Daily Style Finds.

Okay so I know I just said I'll only buy towels at T.J.Maxx or Marshalls, but this fringed towel at Target was too stylish to pass up!

Thanks to Style Code Live, this has to be the coolest thing I've seen in a long time: A bomber jacket with built-in "backpack straps" - drape it over your shoulders and it won't fall off!

I'm not planning a ski trip anytime soon but I still loved seeing what fashion girls wear to stay stylish on the slopes. I ordered this $11.99 pom hat based on its 4.5 star rating!

Sydne Style puts together 4 Valentine's Day outfits for every occasion.

These chocolate covered Valentine's pretzels look so pretty (and easy to make!) Via Hip Mama's Place.

SheFinds reports that Nordstrom is dropping the Ivanka Trump fashion brand.

The Kit rounds up 21 standout looks from the 2017 SAG Awards.

College Fashion takes a band tee from day to night.

I tried on this embroidered "jacket" by Knox Rose at Target and can't stop thinking about it. I might have to dedicate an entire post to this piece!

How cute is this West Emory collection at Target? Perfect for gift giving!

I saw these earrings in store and thought they were really pretty for just $7.99.

My husband makes Bobby Flay's hot wings with blue cheese yogurt dip every year for our annual Super Bowl get-together. Hands down my favorite wings ever.

The Valentine's Day Decor Collection by Threshold makes my heart skip a beat.

Lovely in Lace: Reese Witherspoon's Navy Cardigan and Leopard Pumps Look for Less

Reese Witherspoon looks chic in a lace front cardigan from her Draper James line.
Reese Witherspoon looked chic in a fitted navy lace panel cardigan from her Draper James line.

She paired the ladylike knit with modern black skinny jeans and essential leopard pumps to up the style quotient.

I love that you can always spot a Draper James piece from a mile away (classic and feminine with a little flare); Reese has built a strong brand identity and she wears it well!

Scoop up her exact cardigan on sale now, plus the most amazing pair of leopard pumps now on sale for just $40!

Reese Witherspoon looks chic in a lace front cardigan from her Draper James line.

Shop the Look for Less:


Draper James Lace Panel Cardigan, $130 (down from $160) // Merona at Target Cardigan, $16.08 // Merona at Target Plus-Size Cardigan, $24.99 // H&M Skinny Jeans, $9.99 // H&M Handbag, $29.99 // Ann Taylor Mila Leopard Pumps, $79.88 (down from $148) PLUS extra 50% off! Discount applied at checkout. // Ann Taylor Laguna Sunglasses, $48 // J.Crew Factory Bracelet, $15.50


Reese Witherspoon Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com


Off the Rack: Modern by Dwell Magazine, New Artist Series and More Home Decor Highlights at Target

Threshold's winter collection is on sale at Target now.
If you caught my Instagram Stories on Monday, you probably saw my exhaustive trip through the aisles of Target as I documented everything I was loving (which was basically the entire store). What can I say, the kids were being especially well behaved, so this Mama got to browse to her heart's content.

Here are some highlights to check out on your next Target trip (may it be blessed with quiet children or even better, may your only companion be a Starbucks latte): The Inspirational New Year's Collection by Threshold (reminds me of ban.do and reminds Target-Addict of Kate Spade); the new Sugar Paper (see the lookbook here); new art by Leah Duncan, Kelly Ventura, Heidi Schweigert and Claudia Pearson; and of course new on-sale offerings from Threshold (my boys wanted me to buy this Oryx Head Wall Decor, but all I bought was this practical yet stylish tassel hand towel).

I also spotted an end cap with some items from the new Modern by Dwell Magazine collection. Nothing really caught my eye but if you love CB2 or Design Within Reach, you'll love this line.

Scroll down to see a few more real life photos, and let me know what you're loving in the comments!

MORE: Dollar Bin Diaries: Valentine's Day Finds at Target


Mad for Plaid: Camilla Belle's Checkered Shirt and Riding Boots Look for Less

Camilla Belle looks casual and chic in a plaid shirt with black leggings and black riding boots.
Camilla Belle looked casual and chic in a plaid shirt paired with black leggings and black riding boots while out and about in Los Angeles.

You don't need to sell me on plaid shirts; I currently live in this one from Target. I bought 4 colors, I love it that much!

But I'm always looking for new ways to style my plaid, and this combination elevates the winter staple with black leggings and classic riding boots.

Also don't forget to check out the newly launched Sugarfix by BaubleBar jewelry at Target...I snuck a polished cuff into this look as a little teaser!

MORE: Doutzen Kroes' Flannel Shirt and Moto Jacket Look for Less

Camilla Belle looks casual and chic in a plaid shirt with black leggings and black riding boots.

Shop the Look for Less:


Arizona Plaid Shirt, $22.99 (down from $40) // Plus-Size Arizona Plaid Shirt, $24.99 (down from $44) // Zella Live In Leggings (5-star rated), $54 // Forever 21 Boots, $34.90 // LOFT Leather Tote, $79.99 plus extra 40% off no code needed // H&M Sunglasses, $10 // Sugarfix by BaubleBar Bangle, $12.99 (NEW at Target) // Hello Gorgeous Travel Mug, $7.99


Camilla Belle Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com