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BB's Link Round Up: $12 Dresses at Old Navy, Christian Siriano for Lane Bryant and More

Spring finds
Today's Flash Sale at Old Navy stores and oldnavy.com is 60% off dresses and rompers!

Anthropologie has the most covetable selection of unique dresses and tops for spring. Free shipping on orders over $150 for a limited time.

StyleBlazer has the scoop on Christian Siriano's upcoming collab with Lane Bryant.

Target Addict spots Sam & Libby accessories like jewelry and scarves at Target.

Well + Good explains why Cetaphil isn't doing your skin any favors.

On the Payless Sole Style blog, I'm sharing how to make DIY play silks with your kids. [spon]

Off the Rack: H&M 30% Off Coupon, Coachella Fashions & More

Spring fashion at H&M
There's a lot going on at H&M for spring, from festival fashions to a Louvre-inspired Conscious Collection to Earth Week perks. First, if you want to get your festival chic on, check out the H&M x Coachella collection filled with high-waist shorts, barely there tops, lots of fringe, crochet, and boho goodness. Then there's Earth Week - at my store, H&M is gearing up by encouraging shoppers to bring in their unwanted garments in any condition to be recycled, and in exchange you'll get a 30% off coupon good for one item. I was told you can get 2 coupons per visit but don't quote me on my facts, I was simultaneously dealing with a toddler/baby mutiny while chatting with the cashier. (In all fairness, it was lunchtime and they were really good sports up until that time.) This eco-friendly program isn't new - you may recall this embarrassing informative video I put together for H&M when they first launched garment recycling - but the deal is better now, up from 15% off to 30%. #yaaas

Off the Rack: What to Buy at Walmart for Spring

Walmart fashions for spring
This past weekend I stopped by Walmart to check out the latest spring fashions and snapped some photos of all the items I deemed worthy of sharing with you guys. I'm not going to pretend Walmart is a bastion of high fashion but with a discerning eye you can find some great pieces to add to your wardrobe on a really tight budget. I also realized while shopping that I was unintentionally wearing a Walmart t-shirt, jeans and boots that day, so clearly they're doing something right. I've had really good luck with their Faded Glory basics (long and short sleeve tees), their denim (Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. line is amazing - I learned about them prior to doing a sponsored post a while back and they remain my favorite jeans - and they're under $20!) and the Chelsea rain boots ($9.88) I picked up this past fall. My favorite plaid shirt is also from Walmart (and it's only $9! might have to pick up another color). The two knit cardigans I bought this past fall from Walmart were a big miss for me, but I think it's the color and style that didn't work for me. I was going for that oversized duster look and just ended up looking frumpy. And I couldn't get the olive cardigan to match anything in my wardrobe. Anyways, moving on to spring...

{Shown above: No Boundaries Juniors Halter Bow-Tie Dress in Polka Dot, $14.88}

Spot the Real: Aquazzura 'Wild Thing' Fringe Heel Sandal

Can you spot the real Wild Thing heels?
Strappy and sexy, the Aquazurra Wild Thing fringe heel sandal is everything you could possibly want in a show-stopping shoe. We found the look for less for just $129.95 versus $785 for the real thing. See if you can spot the real from the steal by clicking a link below!


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Find the look for less in more sizes and colors here, here and here. Still looking for something more affordable? This look for less is just $32.99!

LC Lauren Conrad's Latest Spring Looks, Plus Reed Krakoff for Kohl's

LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's spring 2016 lookbook
Feminine florals, pretty pastels and breezy fabrics are back for spring in the LC Lauren Conrad collection at Kohl's latest lookbook. There are absolutely no surprises here - Lauren knows her brand DNA and is sticking with it. She's floating away in a hot air balloon, picking lemons, making lemonade and enjoying a picnic - among other things - all while rocking her signature cat-eye and enviable hairstyles. If you're looking for something new, mark your calendars for April 14th when REED for Kohl's - a new designer collection of handbags and apparel by Reed Krakoff - will land at kohls.com (and April 21 in stores). Until then, read on to see all of Lauren's predictable albeit utterly adorable looks...