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60 Second Beauty: Yes To Blueberries + Cucumbers On-the-Go Facial Towelettes

Yes To Blueberries and Yes To Cucumbers Facial Towelettes Review

When it comes to the beauty products I use everyday - like facial moisturizer, cleansers and deodorant - I try to pick items that are as natural and chemical-free as possible. One natural brand I'm already a fan of is Yes To, and recently I was sent a travel-size pack of their Yes To Blueberries Age Refresh Cleansing Facial Towelettes and a travel-size pack of their Yes To Cucumbers Soothing Hypoallergenic Facial Towelettes to try out. Here's how it went...

Off the Rack: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's April Highlights

LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's emerald green top

If you're starting to build up your spring and summer wardrobe, a trip to Kohl's is a must. The LC Lauren Conrad collection has lots of warm-weather essentials, like the perfect denim shirt, denim vest, denim jacket and white skinny jeans. If you follow my daily "Dress by Number" posts, you'll see these pieces come up again and again because they're so versatile and work with almost any style aesthetic, whether you're bohemian like Alessandra Ambrosio (seen in a white jean jacket here), chic like Miranda Kerr (seen wearing a denim shirt here) or trendy like Jessica Alba (seen wearing a denim vest here). But instead of paying hundreds of dollars for designer takes on these pieces, you can find them for under $30 or $40 at Kohl's. Sometimes less. Other highlights included cute day dresses, pretty blouses and breezy skirts. See more of my real-life photos after the jump (I couldn't resist mixing in a few items from other in-store brands, too, so let me know if you have questions about any of the items).

Melissa x Forever 21 Jellies


Melissa x Forever 21 Jellies Collection

Brazilian jellies brand Melissa has teamed up with Forever 21 on a capsule collection of affordable jelly shoes for spring. Mel for Forever 21 features six styles that will be sold at Forever 21 stores beginning April 26th as well as online (shop it now!). Founded in 1979, Melissa is known worldwide for their innovative use of plastic to create sustainable, fashion-forward footwear.

The Mel x Forever 21 capsule collection is bright, cheerful and cheap (kinda what you'd expect for jellies) with none of the styles topping $22.80. At this price you can afford to pick up more than one pair for rainy spring days. The shoes are made in Brazil, 100% recyclable, and feature an additional insole on top of the plastic to wick away moisture from your feet.

I haven't worn jellies since the '80s and the mere sight of these shoes makes me nostalgic - it's like I'm 8 years old again, running through the sprinkler on a hot summer day and begging my mom to flag down the ice cream truck. I'm thinking of getting these cut-out jellies with a cute bow detail. And you?

Shop Banana Republic's 'Power Lunch Sale' Going on Now for 3 Hours Only


Banana Republic Power Sale Picks

Today only for 3 hours, Banana Republic is hosting a Power Lunch sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time. Save 40% in stores and online at bananarepublic.com on full-price merchandise. Enter coupon code BRPOWER at checkout.

BB's Picks:


  1. Maribel Ankle Strap Flat Sandal, $79: You'll live in these wear-with-everything sandals all summer long.


  2. Thin Stripe Ponte Dress, $98: Essential for summer, this flattering striped dress can be paired with a white blazer and wedge pumps for a business casual look or a jean jacket and white sneakers for the weekend.


  3. Leather Link Necklace, $59.50: My favorite pieces of jewelry are the kind you can wear with everything and this leather and link necklace is just luxe enough for evening but casual enough to wear with your favorite t-shirt and jeans.