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Chrissy Teigen's Sexy Satin Kimono Amps Up Her Jeans and T-Shirt Combo

Chrissy Teigen's Kimono Jacket and Ankle Boots look for less
From silky pajama sets to bustier tops, lingerie for daytime dressing has been an ongoing trend in the fashion world. While not always doable for everyday, here's one application we can imitate thanks to Chrissy Teigen, who makes a satin kimono jacket work with a simple black tank and ripped skinny jeans. I found an actual satin robe for my look for less; search for "kimono" or "duster" at your favorite stores for more options. Want more breezy layering ideas for summer? Check out Alessandra Ambrosio's boho poncho look, too!


Shop the look for less:
Forever 21 Fedora // Choies Ripped Jeans // Mango Handbag // In Bloom by Jonquil Kimono Robe // Vince Camuto Kannon Boot // A.J. Morgan Sunglasses


Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com

Aloha, Beaches: June Fashion Highlights at H&M (See 25+ In-Store Photos)

In-store photos of cute fashions now at H&M
Summer is in full force at H&M, and the fast-fashion chain has everything you need for BBQs, the beach and beyond. Trends to note include crop tops with high-waist shorts, boho maxi dresses, touches of lace and crochet, botanical prints and fluent florals, white on white, and classic stripes. Highlights for me included some cheeky "Aloha, beaches" smoking flats, preppy anchor-embroidered shorts, J.Crew-esque sleeveless cotton button down shirts, gingham pants and the prettiest floral chiffon maxi dress ($59.95, shown above). I went a little crazy snapping pics so I've divided my posts into two - here's part 1, check back tomorrow for part 2 (when I'll also reveal what I bought!)

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Target Reveals Plaid Takeover for Fall, Including Design Partnership with Adam Lippes

Target goes mad for plaid this fall with limited edition collection by Adam Lippes
Target is going mad for plaid this fall by rolling out more that 360 everyday items in assorted plaid prints, plus a limited-edition collection by designer Adam Lippes. This is Target's second collab to be announced in recent weeks with a lesser known, inner-circle designer, the first being their jewelry collab with Eddie Borgo.

Watermelon Doormats, Pillows Seen On The Mindy Project and More Great Summer Finds at Target (See 25+ In-Store Photos)

In-store photos of the cute fashion now at Target
What do you do on a cold and rainy day in June? Head to Target for some retail therapy! On one such recent trip this week, I spotted a few new items worth checking out to liven up your summer wardrobe. For everyday, I'm loving these stripe maxi skirts ($19.99) - the blue stripes remind me of a serape blanket - and for the boho babe, this Mossimo lace-inset maxi skirt ($19.99) looks very Free People but at a fraction of the price. I also loved this crochet-trim halter top ($17.99) as a stylish alternative to basic t-shirts that's just as easy to wear.

Keke Palmer is Gaucho Gorgeous in Forever 21

Keke Palmer's Forever 21 pink gaucho pants look
Photo Credit: Koi Sojer / PR Photos


I'll never say never to a trend, and right now gauchos are seriously growing on me! Actress Keke Palmer was recently spotted wearing gauchos from Forever 21 at the unveiling of a Jesse Owens mural at an Inglewood, California, elementary school. The funny thing is, I recognized Palmer's pants before I read the press release, having seen them on Jennifer Lopez just a few days earlier (the pop diva wore hers with a black lace top and black ankle-strap pumps). What do both looks have in common? You'd think these celebs paid a fortune for such fashion-forward bottoms, but no, the stars' exact gaucho pants are just $24.90 at Forever21.com. Personally I prefer how Keke styled her pants with a boxy floral crop top and sexy yet understated D'Orsay pumps. Who do you think wore it better?


Get the look:
Forever 21 Gaucho Pants (exact match!) // ASOS Boxy Crop Top // JustFab 'Dionne' D'Orsay Pumps