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BB's Weekly Link Round Up: Cactus Crazy, Lauren Conrad's New Beach Collection and More

We're crazy for cactus themed fashions and decor.


Have you noticed that cactus prints are popping up everywhere, from fashion to decor?! Check out my round-up of cactus finds under $100 that are totally on-point. #canttouchthis

Sydne Summer is wearing summer's fruit fashion trend - so fun!

Lauren Conrad has expanded her Kohl's collection to include the chicest bathing suits, cover-ups and more. You are going to flip for the entire LC Lauren Conrad Beach Shop collection! How cool are these envelope-hem capris?! And this crochet maxi cover-up would be gorgeous for a beachy family photo shoot. I think this stripe one-piece bathing suit is all kinds of amazing, too.

Well + Good says the hottest new piece of workout equipment is...a mermaid tail?!

The Modern Savvy rounds up the 35 best books to read this summer. Pinning this!

Wow! Can you believe that one bottle of this top-selling nail polish is sold every 2 minutes in the US?! (From my inbox)

College Fashion styles a two-piece set for day and night.

Corporette rounds up 12 easy up-dos for the office.

I received two complimentary samples of the new Warner's Play It Cool Bra and oh. my. goodness, these are hands down the most comfortable bras in my closet. Available in underwire and wire-free, these bras feature wicking in the cups to absorb moisture and keep you cool all day long. I've worn these on hotter days (we've gone into the low 80s here) with no boob sweat!

Have the best weekend ever, you guys! xxBB



Sarah Hyland's Off-Duty Look is Perfect for Running Errands

Sarah Hyland is cute and casual in a jean jacket, red print shirt and white sneakers.
Sarah Hyland looked cute and casual in a lightwash denim jacket, dark denim skinnies and a red print shirt while visiting an optometrist office in Los Angeles.

She finished the look with white sneakers, a tan crossbody bag, and the coolest geek-chic glasses.

I'm obsessed with this simple yet stylish look that's perfect for everyday errands. And I love that I already own everything I need to recreate this look! If you don't (or simply want to refresh) check out my look for less finds below...

MORE: Emily Ratajkowski's Double Denim and Floral Top Look for Less

Sarah Hyland is cute and casual in a jean jacket, red print shirt and white sneakers.




Sarah Hyland Photo Credit: Sam Sharma, PacificCoastNews



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Heading to Target this weekend? Be sure to check out their fun new Poptimism collection. How fun are these hamburger, hotdog, and watermelon party supplies?!

Rita Ora's Colorful and Sporty Airport Ensemble

Rita Ora's 'Love' tee and adidas track pants look for less
Rita Ora showed off her colorful and sporty style at Nice airport during the 70th Cannes Film Festival in France.

Her exact top is the Wrangler by Peter Max 'Love' T-Shirt, which she paired with adidas track pants and sneakers (the star has her own collection with the global athletic brand).

Finishing the look with a rhinestone choker and retro white sunglasses, Rita takes a "more is more" approach to dressing that can't be missed! Steal her style with the lookalike finds below (each item under $100!)...

MORE: Rita Ora's Vintage Concert Tee and Leather Jacket Look for Less

Rita Ora's 'Love' tee and adidas track pants look for less

Shop the Look for Less:


TOP: Wrangler by Peter Max 'Love' T-Shirt, $60 (exact match)
PANTS: adidas Originals Challenger Track Pant OR save with these Mossimo Dark Red Track Pants, sizes XS-XXL
SHOES: adidas Stan Smith Sneaker (now 20% off)
SOCKS: adidas 3-Stripe Crew Socks
SUNGLASSES: Topshop Sunglasses
NECKLACE: Baublebar 'Vortex' Crystal Choker (just $20 on sale)




Rita Ora Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews



Links of the Day:

Hunter boots kicked off their spring sale - save up to 30% off classics like the tall rain boot, just in time for spring and summer showers!