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The Thakoon for Kohl's DesigNation Lookbook is Here in All It's London-Girl Glory

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The Thakoon for Kohl's lookbook is here and it's getting me really excited for fall. I just bought a slouchy Topshop coat and floppy felt hat during the Nordstrom sale so I was already planning on channeling my inner London girl when, bam, Thakoon Panichgul delivers a very of-the-moment-without-trying-too-hard collection for Kohl's DesigNation inspired by said iconic city.

Ease Into Fall Fashion with Forever 21's Pre-Fall Campaign Photos

Forever 21 Pre-Fall Campaign Photos
Sorry to drop the "f" word but fall fashion is just around the corner. Forever 21 just launched their pre-fall collection which should help ease you into the season. It's very Sienna Miller, from the fashions to the models, with retro-inspired pieces such as dresses, jackets, pants, scarves, shoes, skirts, and sweaters ranging from $1.90 - $49.90, plus deals on select styles priced between $6.00 - $12.00.

Relaxed Rebel: Vanessa Hudgen's Muscle Tank and Metallic Slide Sandals Look for Less

Vanessa Hudgens' muscle tank, leggings and silver slides look for less
Vanessa Hudgens was seen staying cool in a graphic muscle tank, leggings and metallic slides. So basically, a totally easy-to-imitate real person look! Metallic crisscross sandals are everywhere - I went with this pair for my look for less but you could also go with the Miriam platform, sporty Genice, or Birkenstock-esque Ashland - all available at Target! Styling tips to steal from Vanessa include adding mirrored shades and layering on lots of jewelry - a mix of boho and edgy pieces give her look personality.


Shop the celebrity look for less:
Target Doris Sandals, $24.99 (or this silver slide at Charlotte Russe) // Old Navy Leggings, $12 // American Eagle Tank, $20 // Street Level Reversible Tote in Aqua/Cognac, $48 (saw these at Nordstrom, look great in real life!) // AquaSwiss Aviators, $50 (down from $295) // House of Harlow Ring Stack, $30.80 (down from $44)


Deal alert: Get 25% off any amount, 30% off $75, 40% off $100 with code SUPER at oldnavy.com. Ends 7/23.

Vanessa Hudgens Photo Credit: Bunny/PacificCoastNews

Statement Maker: Ciara's Leopard Print Coat and Distressed Jeans Look for Less

Ciara's leopard coat and distressed jeans look for less
Ciara caught our attention at The Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards in Los Angeles with her wear-now, wear-later ensemble that's perfect for summer to fall dressing. The key piece is her Bouchra Jarrar leopard print bomber-style coat ($2,175, farfetch.com) but we found a lightweight leopard print cardigan that will work in all seasons. Then to keep the focus on her statement coat, Ciara added a simple white t-shirt, distressed jeans (don't want to be boring after all) and a barely there ankle-strap heel - a style that's always sexy without overdoing it. We're giving her major style points for this red-carpet look that would get snapped by streetstyle photographers in a heartbeat.


Shop the celebrity look for less:
H&M Leopard Print Cardigan, $24.95 (also love this Missguided Leopard Coat) //
SP Black Distressed Jeans, $54 (Forever 21+ distressed jeans are a fab option for $29.90) // Charlotte Russe Heels, $21.50 // Stem Scoopneck Tee, $19.90 (down from $28) // ShopPrimadonna Bracelets, $12.99-$16.99


Ciara Photo Credit: PacificCoastNews


Sunday Funday Linkup: Easy Tropical Smoothie, Summer Cocktails and $50 Sephora Gift Card Giveaway!

Sunday Funday Bloghop and Linkup - Add your links for a chance to be featured on all three blogs, plus get inspired by the best blogger content each week!
Welcome to our weekly linkup party! As summer is heating up, this week we're turning our attention to some refreshing drinks, from a good-for-you tropical smoothie to easy cocktail ideas. Plus we're giving away a $50 Sephora giftcard!

Want to be featured as our Funday Linkup Fave of the Week? Add your links using the InLinkz widget at the end of this post. We're posting our top pick weekly on all three of our blogs + Facebook! Share this post with fellow partygoers on social tagging @budgetbabe #FundayLinkup

Visit my co-hosts Bon Bon Rose Girls and Fab Fatale for more inspiration.