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The Look for Less: Kate Spade New York Scalloped Watch

The Look for Less: Kate Spade Scalloped Watch
Kate Spade always makes the best accessories for anyone who loves a feminine and fun take on things. This scalloped watch is the perfect companion to your spring arm party, and I noticed H&M has a watch with a similar vibe if you want to try the look on a budget before committing to the investment piece. Shop either watch below!

The Look: Kate Spade New York Scalloped Watch, $195 at bloomingdales.com

For Less: Scalloped Wristwatch, $19.99 at hm.com

Victoria Beckham's Pink Pleated Skirt and White Blouse Look for Less

Victoria Beckham looks lovely in a pink pleated skirt and white blouse.
Victoria Beckham was spotted in Paris showing off some of spring's top trends in a chic yet utterly wearable white blouse and pink pleated skirt ensemble.

She made the feminine combination look cool with white split front booties, oversized flat top sunglasses, and her white handbag expertly tucked under her arm like a clutch.

Victoria Beckham wears a pink pleated skirt and white blouse in Paris

Steal her look right now with pieces you can find at H&M - you can see the skirt I included in today's look for less in real life here. I also love this metallic pink skirt or this bubblegum pink skirt. For a casual twist, pair your pleated skirt with a white t-shirt and jean jacket.

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Victoria Beckham looks lovely in a pink pleated skirt and white blouse.

SHOP THE LOOK FOR LESS:


H&M Pleated Skirt // H&M Blouse // Forever 21 Ankle Boots (also love these white LC Lauren Conrad Pumps) // Tantino Flat Top Sunglasses on Amazon // Sole Society Bag at Nordstrom // Merona Boyfriend Watch at Target // It Cosmetics CC Cream


Victoria Beckham Photo Credit: CRYSTAL, PacificCoastNews

Mandy Moore's Grey Sweater and Gucci Crossbody Bag Look for Less

Mandy Moore accessorizes her effortlessly casual look with a Gucci 'Soho Disco' bag as she made her way through LAX.
Mandy Moore accessorized her effortlessly casual look with a Gucci 'Soho Disco' bag as she makes her way through LAX.

Clearly the 'This Is Us' actress follows the top fashion bloggers because this is the off-duty look everyone is sporting lately: A casual sweater, relaxed fit crop jeans, It bag (preferably Gucci) and sneakers.

Mandy Moore with Gucci Soho Disco bag

To get the look for less, head to GiGi New York - their leather 'Madison' crossbody bag is a great Gucci dupe that comes in 7 gorgeous colors, plus it's a timeless style you'll carry for years. And right now they're offering free shipping, free personalization and a free mini foldover wallet in honor of today's blizzard! Snow days are the best days.

MORE: Kourtney Kardashian's Turtleneck, Destroyed Jeans and Sneakers Look for Less

Mandy Moore with Gucci Soho Disco bag

Shop the Look for Less:


H&M Fine Knit Sweater, $29.99 // H&M Boyfriend Jeans, $39.99 // H&M Long Jacket, $49.99 // GiGi New York Madison Crossbody Bag (Gucci look for less), $225 (or try this Old Navy Half-Moon Crossbody Bag, $26.94) // Stan Smith Sneakers, $79.95 // BP Sunglasses, $12 // LOFT Stud Earrings (Set of 3), $24.50 (BOGO half-off)


Mandy Moore Photo Credits: Cathy Gibson, PacificCoastNews


Off the Rack: Spring Trends I'm Loving at T.J.Maxx

See what's new for spring at T.J.Maxx.
This weekend I stopped by T.J.Maxx to scout of the new spring trends. When my friends at T.J.Maxx found out, they sent me a little giftcard to help with the hunt. What I loved most was the mix of spring brights and soft neutrals, which you can wear separately or mix and match.

In the handbag department there was an entire aisle dedicated to pink, from blush to flamingo. Over in women's clothing, I noticed a ton of spring break essentials like boho coverups and swimsuits. I'm not heading to any beachy resort anytime soon, so I moseyed on down to the misses section (okay, juniors) where I felt more in my element with essential distressed denim, updated basics and mom-iform must-haves like denim jackets.

In footwear, my heart skipped a beat when I spotted some tan patent loafers under $40, and some dusty pink sneakers under $20! Also loving the block heel trend which you can wear with shorts or dresses, and the nude sandal trend for that leg-lengthening effect.

And let's not forget accessories: T.J.Maxx has some super on-trend tassel earrings (seeing these all over Instagram), the latest sunglasses (which are either retro or futuristic) and even athleisure finds like sporty baseball caps in crushed velvet. I'm still building my spring wardrobe checklist so this was just a recon mission...as I hone in on what I really need and want I'll be heading back.

Check out all my photos below (I try not to photograph anything over $40 with the exception of some handbags, I think the scalloped pink one was $79.99) What's catching your eye for spring? Anything specific you want me to hunt down? Let me know in the comments!

Spring Cleaning: 4 Simple Tips

Spring cleaning made simple with these four tips
Spring is a key moment for cleaning out clutter and getting organized. My small home office was in desperate need of a makeover, so the opportunity to do a little spring cleaning with eBay couldn't have come at a better time. I was gifted an eBay Gift Card, which basically means I had the world at my fingertips! Anything I could imagine, I could find - and scoop up with one card. Shopping with my eBay Gift Card meant finding the best values and those special items I needed for my unique space and organization needs.

That's why spring cleaning couldn't be easier with an eBay Gift Card. Whether you're cleaning out your closet, making over your wardrobe or starting a renovation project (indoors or outside), eBay has all the fresh new things you need to complete your project. And, that's why the eBay Gift Card in and of itself would make a great gift for friends and family for spring or any other occasions!

Here are 4 ways I'm spring cleaning my office, plus the perfect eBay finds to make it happen: