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Shop It Now: Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl's Launches One Day Early




The Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation exclusively at Kohl's collection has launched one day early, it seems, and is now available for your shopping pleasure at kohls.com. So much for 7 a.m. on November 7th! One item, the colorblock ponte leggings, is marked as "sold out" on the main Narciso Rodriguez page but when I clicked through, they were still available in all colors and sizes. Weird. Anyways, if you can't wait to get your hands on this collection, I suggest you head to kohls.com now. I wasn't a huge fan of this collab at first but after I attended the launch event in New York City and saw non-models wearing the clothes, I had a change of heart. The quality is great and these pieces are uber flattering for many body types. I never should have underestimated Narciso! Thanks to @pinkpopcorn for tipping us to this news!!




Emma Roberts and Julianna Margulies wear Narciso Rodriguez for DesigNation while posing with the designer at the Kohl's launch party held in New York City. (photo via)


Ask BB: Kate Spade 'Kimmy' Wedge Look for Less

I'm looking for the Kate Spade "Kimmy" (camel and black spectator wedges) on a budget. Any ideas? —Laura




Ladies love their Kate Spade wedges because they offer that elusive combination of style and comfort. The best price I could find on the "Kimmy," should you be willing to splurge, is $199 at neimanmarcus.com (click the image above).

Ready to get the look for less? The best dupe I've found is the "Claudia" two-tone wedge, $49.95 at solesociety.com:

5 Under $50: Cap Toe Pumps


If you're planning on picking up a few new pieces to wear during the holidays, consider adding a cap-toe pump to your repertoire. The cap-toe (especially in metallic) is like jewelry for your shoes, adding a ladylike-with-an-edge attitude to any outfit. And they're versatile for day or night: Rosie Huntington-Whitely wore hers with a cocktail dress to a Burberry event while Rashida Jones added cap-toe pumps to relaxed separates.

Here are 5 cap-toe pump options under $50 to inspire you:

Fall Fashion Trend 2012: Hunter Green


Hunter green has been popping up all over the red carpet, from Octavia Spencer's elegant Tadashi Shoji dress, to Scarlett Johansson's smoldering Emilio Pucci, to Salma Hayek's floaty Hervé L Leroux number. Whether moss, olive or emerald, these richly saturated green hues look amazing on all skin tones and fit the mood of fall so perfectly.

Here are some hunter green pieces under $100 to help you get the look: