Charlotte Russe recently sent me a big stack of coupons good for FREE DENIM & FREE SHOES, so I'm spreading the love with a Twitter giveaway! To get a piece of the free swag pie, just follow me on Twitter - I'll be picking 20 winners at random throughout the afternoon!

How to Win: Follow @budgetbabe on Twitter and answer the questions I'll be asking for your chance to win.
Date: Monday, February 7, 2011. Giveaway will run no later than 11 p.m. ET.
Hashtag: #charlotterusserocks

Prize: 20 winners will be selected; each winner will receive one (1) coupon good for one (1) pair of jeans and one (1) coupon good for one (1) pair of shoes, redeemable at Charlotte Russe stores only.

Click through for the official rules. Good luck!!

Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara is joining forces with Kmart to create an affordable fashion line to launch in about 800 Kmart stores starting in late August and early September.

The Sofia Vergara Signature Fashion Collection includes curve-hugging dresses, knit tops, jackets, sweaters and leggings priced from $16.99 to $59.99, as well as accessories such as handbags, shoes and jewelry priced from $9.99 to $49.99.

Colombian-born Vergara, 38, is a natural beauty who can make anything look good. I'll reserve judgment until I see these clothes in real life.

Click through to see more looks. Are you excited for this celebrity fashion line?

The Budget Babe was mentioned in a Business Week article by Susan Berfield entitled, "Forever 21's Fast (and Loose) Fashion Empire." Read the complete article here.

I love this nautical top in the navy stripe from Old Navy, it's super simple and very affordable:



What are some cute outfits I can make with this top? Preferably both a casual one and then one I could wear to work, so business casual. —Lisa


Great find! A classic striped top is a wardrobe essential that can be worn so many ways. Here are a few looks to inspire you for day, night and work:



From left: Lauren Conrad, Stockholm Streetstyle, Olivia Palermo


Left: Pair your striped tee with skinny jeans and great accessories for a casual daytime look. For summer, try platform sandals and a crossbody bag. For winter, go for tall leather boots and a chunky scarf.

Middle: For an edgy going-out look, pair your striped top with black pants (leather for maximum impact), a cool jacket or blazer and your fiercest heels.

Right: Combine your striped tee with a tailored skirt, trench and pumps for a business-casual look. A structured satchel and bold necklace are perfect accessories.


Need more ideas? Click here to see additional celebrity outfits featuring striped tops. Happy styling! —BB

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