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My Trip to the Westfield Style Lounge




Earlier I introduced you to The Westfield Style Lounge concept, and last week I had the chance to check it out for myself as a Westfield Style blogger ambassador.

The Westfield Style Lounge is an area set up within the mall where shoppers can get a free, one-on-one fashion consultation with Style for Hire stylists. Currently there are 3 locations: Westfield Trumbull in Trumbull, CT (that's the one I went to); Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ; and Wesfield Montgomery in Bethesda, MD.

Now I know what you're thinking. "But BB, I don't live near any of these locations!!"

The Entire Authentic Icon for Kohl's Collection Is On Sale for $9.99




Thanks to an alert reader, I've learned that every item in the Authentic Icon for Kohl's collection is now on sale for $9.99. You may recall this is the American Idol themed clothing collection which designer Tommy Hilfiger introduced on the show by outfitting each contestant in the rock 'n' roll duds.

I railed against the line's high pricepoints when it first launched, but now here it is, on sale for under $10 a piece. There are a couple cool jackets and some vertical striped jeans that edgy fashionistas might want to scoop up. Here are a few more pieces worth checking out:

1. Authentic Icon Cheetah Skinny Crop Jeans $9.99 (down from $48)
2. Authentic Icon Sequin Skirt $9.99 (down from $58)
3. Authentic Icon Shark-Bite Tank $9.99 (down from $38)
4. Authentic Icon Military Jacket $9.99 (down from $78)

The Look for Less: Sam Edelman 'Gigi' Sandals

The Sam Edelman "Gigi" t-strap sandal has been heralded as the "It" sandal of the season by Nordstrom.com (which is having their half-yearly sale right now, by the way). The colorblock Gigi sells for around $65 at various stores.



The Gigi is also available in a wide range of solid colors and metallics. Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa Hudgens are fans.



Looking for a lower-priced option? Check out these sandals at Target for just $16.99 a pair. Click any image for details.



If you've seen another look for less, let us know in the comments!