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BB's Weekly Link Round-Up: Weekend Style Finds

TJMaxx has the best stuff lately, including Oribe and NARS!


I know many of you are sick of hearing about a certain giant sale going on now, so today's round-up is all items you might find at said sale, but from somewhere else!



Outfit on a Budget: Kelly Ripa's White Eyelet Skirt and Floral Blue Tank

Kelly Ripa White Skirt Blue Floral Tank Look for Less
Kelly Ripa dresses casual and flirty in this white eyelet skirt! We love the jagged hem for extra dimension, and the mixture of prints and textures with the floral tank and polka dot tote bag as well. And what a steal with this $7 tank we found at Kohl's! Don't be afraid to be playful with what you have in your closet, and with your jewelry, too!



Priyanka Chopra's Blue Striped Dress and White Mules Look for Less

Priyanka Chopra Blue Striped Dress and White Mules Look for Less
New bride-to-be Priyanka Chopra steps out in a blue striped midi dress by L'academie and white mule sandals, proving to us that sometimes all you need is a dress and a good pair of heels to impress. Her clear Fendi tote (exact bag is sold out) adds to the dressed-up beach vibe with this look - might we suggest the idea of adding a hat, too? Regardless of what you think about her engagement to Nick Jonas, she's easily becoming one of our top stylish celebs to follow right now!



Rosie Huntington-Whitely's Striped Button Down and Black Blazer Look for Less

Rosie Huntington-Whitely Striped Button Down and Black Blazer Look for Less
Rosie Huntington-Whitely looks runway-fierce in a Paige Denim button down shirt and high rise jeans with a black blazer draped over her shoulders. She amplifies these wardrobe staples trendy rigid sunglasses, suede mules, and a Gucci chain strap shoulder bag. Her personalized iPhone case is from CHAOS for $216, but there are tons of sites like Etsy where you can have one done for much less!



Kailan's 2018 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Haul Review

Kailan's 2018 Nordstrom Sale Haul Try-On
Usually when I order clothes online, I always return at least one item. Not this time! My Nordstrom Sale picks did not fail me and I'll tell you now: if there are sizes left in any of these items, go for it! Since the stock is dwindling down at this point, I have suggestions for alternatives, along with some quick styling ideas!