While shopping at Sears today I spotted another Rag & Bone "Talia" sweater lookalike, this time by Bongo. Find it in the juniors section, available in either black or white on clearance now for $21.99. So interesting to see this trend get copied everywhere, trickle-down style.

Splurge: Rag & Bone "Talia" Deep V-Neck Sweater, $495 at Neimanmarcus.com
Steal: Bongo Varsity Stripe Sweater, $21.99 at Sears.com

Today as your virtual shopping guide, we're going to IKEA, where displays throughout the store encourage shoppers to keep those New Year's resolutions to get organized and redecorate their spaces. A quick update like new bedding can make a huge difference (I recently switched to this all-white duvet and sheets and feel like an official "style blogger" now. White sheets seem to be a prerequisite.) Inexpensive ombre baskets can help tame some of your clutter while adding color to a room. Or, maybe it's just something as simple as a graphic pillow case or a pretty scented candle (I liked the peppermint ones) to give newness to your home. Here's what else caught my eye at IKEA - all super affordable!

Whether you're packing your bags for a weekend getaway or just need an oversized bag to lug your life around in, Kate Spade Saturday's graphic black and white striped weekender delivers. It's priced at $180, but I spotted an equally fun and chic bag for just $40 elsewhere.

See if you can spot the real from the steal by clicking either image below!







Also love this polk dot weekender ($35) and this leopard one ($35) - meow!

It's been called the "It" bag of 2015 and we're still in January. But getting your hands on a coveted Mansur Gavriel bucket bag can be tricky, with new arrivals selling out just as quickly as they appear. You can find the classic black with blue lining at Barney's for $625 (which seems downright reasonable compared to the cost of other "It" bags...cough, Givenchy, cough). Try the trend for less with a stylish bucket bag from Forever 21 instead - this one in navy looks especially polished!

Splurge: Mansur Gavriel Saffiano large bucket bag, $625 at Barneys.com
Steal: Faux Leather Bucket Bag, $27.90 in black, cream or navy at Forever21.com

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The biggest gold star clearance event is going on now at Kohl's where you can save up to 70% (and even 80% on final clearance items), so I thought I'd share a few snaps of some items I spotted on my last trip worth checking out. From Juicy Couture, there's a cheeky sequin lips pullover (which seems to be a micro trend as mentioned in this post); from LC Lauren Conrad, a bevy of stripes and polka-dots to choose from. We'll never tire of either print.