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Off the Rack: Spring Highlights at H&M

Spring fashions at H&M
H&M recently remodeled their store at my nearest mall and it is a thing of beauty. For spring, they're showcasing lots of bomber jackets, high-rise and cropped denim (like this pair), and chunky block heels (like this pair). The palette was mostly muted tones - blush, olive and gray stood out to me.

I expected to see more yellow, one of the season's top colors, but only found the sunny hue on a few handbags and scarves...which come to think of it is the perfect way to add a pop of color to your wardrobe.

H&M always has you covered with the latest basics, like denim jackets, leather jackets, sporty hoodies, blazers, lightweight cargo jackets (love this one), and day-to-night blouses. My favorite pieces were the leopard print ones, like this sweater and this coat.

If these in-store pics inspire you to do a little shopping, you can save up 30% off and get free shipping right now at hm.com.

Off the Rack: What to Buy at JCPenney This Spring

a.n.a. lace tops for spring
In yesterday's post I shared the perfect parka I picked up this past weekend at JCPenney, and today I'm sharing photos of the new spring styles I spotted in store! While I've read recent reports that JCPenney is closing up to 140 stores, I'm happy to report that their spring fashion game is seriously strong and worth checking out.

My favorite pick has to be this peplum hem top ($19.99 ) which looks so good in any of the five available prints - stripes or florals, you can't go wrong! I'd style the top with white jeans and cognac accessories (like this).

This bomber jacket also looks lovely and grown-up (some bombers are too trendy for me I guess!) and a steal at just $39.99.

These Gucci-inspired rose embroidered jeans are also on-point for spring, and just $29.99. The detailing looks really good in real life as you'll see in my photo below. There's also a flirty off-the-shoulder rose embroidered chambray dress for just $34.99.

Finally, this lace blouse by Worthington (shown above) looks absolutely gorgeous in real life - it's definitely a showstopper for your Instagram feed, but also totally wearable in real life. Both the blush pink and white are great options for spring and at just $24.99, you might be tempted to get both!

So, those are just a few of the things I'm loving at JCPenney this spring - check out my photos below to see everything I thought was noteworthy!

Must Have: Winter Parka Under $100

See how to style a parka for winter

Coat // Shirt (similar) // Boots (similar)


Although we're heading into spring, now is still the perfect time to buy a winter coat at a major discount. One style that won't go out of style anytime soon is the classic parka. I was looking for an olive one for a while now and found this amazing a.n.a. parka on clearance at JCPenney this weekend! It features faux fur trim on the hood and super cozy hand cuffs, plus a cinchable waist to give it some more shape. For reference I'm wearing a size large and I'm 5'8". This parka is just $59.99 and I paid $54 at the register with an additional 15% off applied.

Yesterday temperatures dipped into the teens here in Connecticut so I was actually excited to put my new coat to the test, and let me tell you, it kept me toasty warm with just a plaid shirt underneath (similar) and my leather riding boots (similar)! This isn't a sponsored post or anything, I was just really excited to share this jacket with you guys and my Instagram photo doesn't do it justice, so I forced my dear husband to snap these photos so you can see how good it looks (or at least how good I think it looks!) Snag one for yourself, you won't be disappointed.






BB's Weekly Link Round Up: Major Weekend Sales, New Who What Wear at Target and More




MomGenerations shows off her stylish bus stop style in camo and sneakers.

Wow. I feel like I could have written this post myself: J's Everyday Fashion asks, can fashion and faith coexist?

Sydne Style rounds up her favorite beauty oils.

Beauty lovers won't want to miss Reese Witherspoon's Draper James x Birch Box collab.

Good Life for Less is adorable in Old San Juan.

Another pair of Gucci mule dupes right this way (and under $25!)

Rebecca Minkoff teams up with GE to create a light-up selfie iPhone case (like the Lumee).

SheFinds has the scoop on the Lilly Pulitzer x S'well bottle collab.

I was just thinking about this: Corporette wonders, which flash sale sites are still worth stalking?

The new spring Who What Wear at Target is so good, I don't even know where to start. Thanks to my alert tipster Julianne for the heads up!

College Fashion takes fringe jeans from day to night.

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Dollar Bin Diaries: Easter Finds in the Target Dollar Spot

Easter has arrived in the dollar spot at Target.
If you're planning on making a Target run after work or this weekend, definitely check out the spring stuff in the dollar spot! Everything is so. darn. cute. I love the little marbelized eggs, the bunny ear napkin rings, the festive straws, the egg tree decorations, the white ceramic rabbits - just about everything! It makes me wish I was hosting Easter or a spring brunch. I need to get on that...in the meantime, check out my pics to build your mental shopping list before you head to Tar-jay!