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Let's Discuss: The Spectacular 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Launch


Phillip Lim for Target

I wake up at least two or three times per night to nurse my 3-month-old son. Pros: I was up at 3:00 am when the 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target collection started to appear on target.com. Cons: I was up at 3:00 am when the 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target collection started to appear on target.com. After all was said and done, I had purchased 3 bags and 1 dress in two sizes. You'd think by morning I would be thinking clearer but no, I had a friend pick me up another bag in person when she went shopping at the stores in our area. (She got me the yellow Pashli lookalike. I owe her big-time.)

Westfield Style Launches A Fashion Blog (Pssst...I'm a Contributor!)

Westfield Style Blog: The Weekender

To help shoppers stay on top of the latest trends, the team at Westfield Shopping Malls has launched an amazing fashion & beauty blog and has asked me to be one of their regular contributors - clearly I said yes! If this isn't a match made in heaven, I don't know what is. My favorite mall growing up in Chicago is a Westfield mall as are the two malls I regularly shop at here in Connecticut.

Previously, Westfield Style created a magazine which I had the honor of being included in, styled by the great Stacy London (here). Now with the launch of the blog, fashion lovers can get insider tips and behind-the-scenes access in a glossy digital format.

Free Goody Hair Elastics When You Buy U by Kotex at Target

Twisted Pony Tutorial
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There are two things a girl should be: Classy and fabulous. And there are two things a girl should never run out of: Tampons and hair ties! Am I right!? These two essentials are something I always have on hand and carry in my purse no matter what. And now, U by Kotex is running a special promo so you'll never run out either.

The deal? Get FREE Goody hair elastics when you buy U by Kotex at Target. (You know, the tampons/pads in the little black box.)

Text KOTEX to TARGET (827438) to get your coupon.

Join the conversation with hashtags #UbyKgoody and #UbyKotex

Get the look presented by U by Kotex: Twisted Pony How-To
  1. TEASE hair at the crown of your head. Spritz a little hair spray for volume and hold.
  2. TWIST a small section of hair along the side of your head from the temple to the back of your ear.
  3. TIE your pony tail using a Goody hair elastic, and you're done!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by U by Kotex and Style Coalition.

BB Exclusive: 25 Percent Off at Luxe No.7 Boutique


Get 25% off your order at shopluxe7.com with code BUDGETBABE

If I could, I'd buy you all new wardrobes for fall, but since I can't, the next best thing I can do is secure a sweet deal or two and that's what I've done today! The kind team at Luxe No.7 Boutique (shopluxe7.com) has generously offered BB readers 25% off their orders with code budgetbabe. Hop on over to their website if you haven't been there before - they have a sweet selection of trendy fashions and accessories priced mostly under $100 from brands like Emily & Fin (loove this Sailor Stripes dress), Ark & Co. and Tulle. College sports fans will also want to check out the game day collection for seriously stylish options in your favorite team's colors - not your standard "fan" apparel for sure. This promo code expires in two weeks. Happy shopping!

A few of my favorites: Peplum Top, $49; Crochet Skirt, $39; Mint Jeans, $39
Cobalt Blue Necklace, $32