J.Crew's crystal and cabochon necklace is dainty and statement-making at the same time ($45). I was drooling over these during a recent trip to my local store. I feel like I should explain that I live in a small college town, so that's why I'm always popping into J.Crew. It's one of like 3 stores downtown, and they're always marking stuff down - possibly to accomodate the co-eds. Works for me, because there's no way I could afford J.Crew's retail prices.

Crystal and cabochon necklace

This necklace as JewelIQ is $25 and I think it makes a great look for less option. Click either image to view or purchase.

Mimi's The Look for Less (which I first mentioned here) is running a Facebook offer right now that lets fans score one of their popular bubble necklaces for just $9.99. Choose from 8 colors, including the new-for-spring hot pink or coral.

To claim your offer, just visit Mimi's The Look for Less on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MimisTheLook. This offer expires February 15, 2013.


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The Look for Less: J.Crew Bubble Necklace

If you're looking for a Valentine's Day manicure idea, let this be the one! My mini hearts manicure is a MUST for February, but it's so cute and easy that you'll want to recreate it year round with different color combos. Have fun with it! The nail polishes I used come from the February Julep Maven "Classic With A Twist" box, including "Helen," a smoky pastel lavender crème, and "Claudette," a smoky brick red crème. Both polishes are gorgeous on their own, and together, lend a romantic, vintage feel to this charming heart design.

Enjoy my little video and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!




Related Deal: Use code JULEPVIP to purchase your first box for a penny when you sign up for the Julep Maven subscription.

Chanel's Camellia rain boots from the Fall/Winter 2009-2010 season sell for approximately $350 (source).





These $29 Shiny Solid Jelly Flower Rainboots at Walmart.com are totally Chanel-inspired, from the colors to the flower details. Both brands come in ivory or black. Cute for spring!



Thanks to reader Danielle M. for sharing this find!

UPDATE 2/7/13: And the winners are…#6 Lindsey #8 Teresa and #16 Maggie#1 Sierra B! Please check your email for details so I can get you those tickets for Saturday! Thanks to everyone who participated!

Please note: This giveaway has ended and is now closed to further entries.

As a blogger, my tech gear is everything, so I'm excited to announce that I'll be an HP Ambassador, blogging with their new HP ENVY x2 during Fashion Week through March.

To kick things off, HP is co-hosting a Project Runway Designer Reunion Event on February 9 in NY and wants to give two lucky Budget Babe readers the chance to win tickets to the event! I'll be picking 2 winners and each winner can bring one guest.

The event starts with a VIP reception hosted by HP and Style Coalition from 6-7 pm, including a champagne toast to the Project Runway alumni and a discussion on fashion and technology. Notable members from the media and design community will be in attendance. I'll be there, too!

To enter:

• Tell me why you're Project Runway's biggest fan in the comments section below
  


• Giveaway ends next Wednesday, February 6th, 2013.

Follow @budgetbabe and @HP and hashtag #ProjectRunwayHP to join the conversation. Find HP on Facebook www.facebook.com/HPdesigners.

Good luck, and I hope to see you on the runway, er, at the reunion party!!


Visit HPShopping.com for more info on the latest from HP.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Style Coalition and HP. Open to NYC area residents only.