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5 Under $50: Fall Scarves

Pippa Middleton looks stylish in a leopard scarf, brown blazer and black dress.
British beauty Pippa Middleton shows off a stylish yet cost effective way to transition your summer wardrobe into fall: Just layer-on a blazer and the all-important chunky scarf, which adds interest and warmth. We love her leopard print choice (similar scarf here) that goes with everything! Whether you're looking for a solid tone in a soft neutral or a bold print in bright colors, here are 5 more scarves under $50 you'll love.

Photo Credit: Solarpix / PR Photos


Off the Rack: John Derian for Target Home Collection




Target has teamed up with New York-based designer John Derian for the second time to create an affordable line of home accessories. Sorry I'm just posting these now, I scouted out the collection about two weeks ago but haven't had a chance to post as I've been on vacation with limited internet access (as all good vacations should be). I didn't buy anything because I was focused on shopping for a few essential camping supplies such as facial cleansing wipes (love the Target brand with cucumber) and travel size toothpaste…but I digress.

The John Derian for Target collection "turns old world inspiration into modern home styles" with artsy yet functional items such as melanine plates, ceramic mugs, desk accessories, and home decor items priced under $25. I love the vintage feel, nature-inspired motifs (might have to go back for the ladybug, dragonfly and four-leaf clover cups), and faux-decoupage effect. The marbelized paper-look binder is charming, too. Check your local Target store or Target.com to see what's left before this collection disappears. Have you bought anything?

More real-life photos after the jump!

Recycle Your Blues with Gap and Get Up to 40% Off New Denim





Through Gap's Recycle Your Blues program, Gap shoppers who donate their old worn and torn denim will receive 30% off on new Gap 1969 blues and Facebook Fans get an additional 10% off.

Gap will then recycle the torn and worn jeans they receive to help insulate and warm homes. It's a win-win!

The campaign began Wednesday, October 6th and runs until October 20th.

Above, you can check out the video that brings Gap's Recycle Your Blues program to life. I know my bf will definitely take advantage of this promotion since his fave jeans are Gap 1969. Thinking I will, too!

5 Under $50: Lace-Up Booties


Rachel Bilson rocks one of fall's hottest shoe trends, the lace-up bootie, with a modern-classic ensemble we're all familiar with by now: Relaxed boyfriend jeans, tissue tee and a black blazer. With one new pair of shoes you can update your fall look, a budget-friendly recipe for style success. Here, five options under $50.

Sonia Kashuk for Target Breast Cancer Awareness Collection


Sonia Kashuk for Target Breast Cancer Awareness Collection

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, beauty expert and breast cancer survivor Sonia Kashuk and Target have joined The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) for the fourth year in a row to create an exclusive, limited-edition collection of makeup and beauty accessories. The assortment - which includes such items as the "Lend A Hand" nail polish trio ($9.99), "Pretty in Pink" eye palette ($12.99) and "Seeing Pink" purse brush set ($12.99) - will be available exclusively at Target from August 22 through October 24 and 15 percent of the purchase price will benefit BCRF.

See bigger pics of the collection after the jump.