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The Who What Wear for Target Holiday 2016 Lookbook is Dazzling

See the Who What Wear for Target Holiday 2016 Lookbook.


The latest Who What Wear for Target Holiday collection of apparel and accessories - and now shoes! - will have you wishing you get invited to a lot of parties this season. You'll need somewhere to wear this fabulous sequin dress, these on-trend velvet pants and this lovely lace blouse, after all.

The entire collection is filled with fun, where-did-you-get-that pieces featuring sparkly sequins, luxe velvet, winter florals, faux fur, and luxurious lace.

My favorite ones include this dressy yet versatile sequin skirt - I love how they styled it with a casual knit sweater and plaid scarf - something I could see myself wearing. I also love these velvet booties, and this fur mini bag, two inexpensive accessories that will make any outfit pop.

Everything in the Who What Wear Holiday collection is available in regular and plus-sizes, and you can shop it now on Target.com.

Browse the entire lookbook below for styling inspiration - so many good ideas! Have you checked out this collection already? Did you get anything?

Splurge vs. Steal: Holiday Gifts for the Fashionista Edition

Splurge vs. Steal Picks at TheBudgetBabe.com
Happy Friday! Is everyone done with their holiday shopping? Me neither. This week I've rounded up a few look-for-less finds that would make great gifts, too. Let's get started!

Wishbone Necklace: I've never seen a Jennifer Meyer jewelry piece I wouldn't wear. This celebrity fave would make a fab investment for a special occasion or to mark a milestone in your life. I saw the "steal" at Target a little while ago and instantly fell in love! This oversized pendant is the perfect finishing touch to simple outfits. Layer for extra drama.



Lips & Lashes Tee: I feel a little bad sharing this steal because it's a blatant knockoff of a Sincerely Jules tee! See how the top fashion blogger is styling hers on the Nordstrom site by following the "splurge" link below. With free shipping and returns, and better quality material, it's worth paying a little more for this one.



Quilted Vest: I have a mild obsession with Barbour jackets but they're a bit out of my price range. The vest, however, is calling my name and under $200! Still, knowing me, I'd probably go for the look for less and be just as satisfied if not more so knowing that I could wear my vest around my kids and not worry about getting a little dirt on it!


6 Ways to Wear Your Favorite Plaid Right Now

Here's how to wear plaid 6 ways inspired by your favorite celebs.
Now that we're well into Fall, you might be tiring of wearing the same pieces over and over again. I have my favorite plaid shirts on repeat, but I'm always looking for new ways to style these wardrobe essentials. Turning to our celebrity streetstyle stars for inspiration, here are 6 fresh ways to wear plaid right now for fall and winter that will have you excited about this checked print for months to come - plus a few new pieces you'll want to shop, too (everything's under $100)!

Graphic Goddess: Olivia Culpo's Black and White Wrap Skirt and Jacket Look for Less

Olivia Culpo attends the Mugler fashion show in Paris.
Olivia Culpo was an over-the-knee boot knockout at the Mugler show during Paris Fashion Week back in March, and we're coveting her glam look now that holiday party season is in full swing.

Olivia paired her Mugler bi-color wrap mini skirt (now 50% off!) with a ruffle front blouse, then draped a colorblock jacket over her shoulders to finish the high-fashion ensemble.

To get the look for less, reach for a black mini and cami top you might already own, then add a ladylike jacket and come-hither over-the-knee boots.

Accessorize with a quilted chain strap purse and choker necklace, two on-trend must-haves you can wear just about everywhere this season.

Read on to steal this daring ensemble at prices that are anything but intimidating...

Olivia Culpo attends the Mugler fashion show in Paris.


Olivia Culpo Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews

J.Crew's Chelsea Rainboots Are On Sale for $45 (And I May Have Just Bought A Pair)

J.Crew Chelsea Rain Boots on Sale
J.Crew's popular Chelsea rainboots are an extra 30% off with code FESTIVE making these $68 rainboots now just $45.50. Shipping is just $5 but if you spend $150 you can get free shipping.

I found out about this deal from a friend who shall remain nameless (you know who you are!) - we're sort of cyber shopping partners in crime. As soon as she told me she had bought a pair, I couldn't resist getting the matte black as I'd been eying them for years.

I own the budget dupe from Walmart which was just $9.88 and I wear them all the time in the spring and fall. They're so much more practical than Hunter wellies and look great with just about every outfit, while still keeping toes dry and cozy.

After reading reviews and the sizing suggestions, I went up a half size from my usual 9.5 and bought the size 10 so I hope they fit well.

Shop the look: J.Crew Chelsea Rainboots in black, navy or burgundy