The Fourth of July holiday is almost here, so for this week's manicure, guest contributor BunnieXOXO from the nail polish blog bsugarcoated created a dazzling glitter gradient manicure in patriotic shades of red, white and blue. It's like fireworks for your fingertips! This nail art homage to Old Glory was created using Pure Ice nail polishes in Dazzle Me, Wide Awake and Freedom. Keep reading for the step-by-step tutorial, and be sure to check out bsugarcoated for details on the polishes used, plus more daily nail art inspiration.

Big news! With coupon code BRIDAL40, you can take 40% off Ruche.com's ENTIRE bridal collection, including wedding gowns, decor, plus size options, and bridesmaid dresses. Ruche is one of my favorite budget-friendly sources for chic bridal wear, often with a vintage, romantic feel (see my Where to Shop guide for more ideas). Deal ends Wednesday, July 3 at 11:59 PM PST.

At her Resort 2014 presentation in NYC, designer Jenni Kayne serves up sweet separates with a California flare and D'orsay flats in leather which are undoubtedly poised to become Fall's must-have shoe. The Budget Babe contributor Vanessa Williams Stevenson has the scoop. —BB

by Vanessa Williams Stevenson
In June, Jenni Kayne presented her Resort 2014 collection, which features a huge selection of her beloved D'orsay flats, sandals, heels, and perfect signature separates. As always, Jenni's designs are refined and uncomplicated. Her aesthetic is simple and chic and all the pieces are instant classics, which can be easily woven into any wardrobe.

I love how straight forward this collection is. Among my favorites were the chain link sandals and the black leather sweatshirt. I also love the simplicity of the white tee, which has two fabrics, and the hot pink tank. The beautiful print on the top and pants is an original, designed by Jenni. The collection is available in November 2013. Which pieces do you have your eye on? —VWS

Nothing evokes summer memories quite like the scent of real coconut, which is why I'm absolutely in love with Pacifica Purify Coconut Water Cleansing Wipes. One whiff of these biodegradable towelettes infused with natural coconut water and you're instantly transported to the beach. With papaya, a natural exfoliant, in combination with aloe vera and soothing calendula, these wipes also gently cleanse skin and leave it feeling fresh and hydrated. I've made them a part of my daily routine, using them each night before bed to refresh and cleanse my skin - with beautiful results.

These wipes aren't the best at removing makeup and may cause a little tingling around the sensitive eye area but they're perfect for removing a little excess mascara or BB Cream from skin. I also love that they're sodium lauryl sulfate free, petroleum-free, and paraben-free (a good choice for this nursing, overly-cautious mama!). The colorful Pucci-esque packaging is just icing on the cake.

Shop it online:
Pacifica Purify Coconut Water Cleansing Wipes - 30 Count, $5.39 at Target.com

Disclosure: I received the product reviewed in this post free of charge. The decision to write this review and the opinions expressed are my own.

Victoria's Secret's chevron stripe maxi skirt is $68. I haven't ordered clothing from them in a while because I wasn't impressed with the quality for the price. But I still love their undies.

Foldover Maxi Skirt

The look for less, shockingly, comes to us from Urban Outfitters ($19.99):

Sparkle & Fade Striped Knit Maxi Skirt

Another look for less can be found at Target from the Mossimo line, saw this skirt in person and loved it. Just $19.99:

Mossimo® Women's Striped Maxi Skirt - Assorted Colors