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Deal du Jour at RowNine.com: Kate Spade Handbags

kate spade handbags 'sutton' small gavin in Montana blue, Was $355.00 Now $129.00 at rownine.com

Right now at RowNine.com you can save up to 60% off Kate Spade handbags, known for their easy sophistication and charm. The blue bag shown above has a classic vintage vibe to it that I just love. Mother's Day gift, anyone? Sale ends Wednesday, April 21 at 11 p.m. ET.


The Look for Less: Steve Madden Kasidy T-Strap Wedge Sandal


Steve Madden's 'Kasidy' t-strap wedge sandal is a great take on the gladiator trend. Get them in black, brown, purple or metallic for $79.95 at endless.com.


Mossimo's 'Pollyann' woven wedge sandals look nearly identical to the Steve Maddens but cost a lot less. I tried these on in person and they look fab, if I hadn't just purchased two pairs of Cynthia Vincent for Target sandals, I would have bought these too! Pick them up in black or brown for $22.99 at target.com.

Budget Home: Caldrea Essential Collection for Target


Caldrea recently launched Caldrea Essential Collection for Target, a budget-friendly line of aromatherapy homekeeping products including dish soap, countertop cleaner, hand lotion, hand soap, hand balm, all-purpose cleaner, as well as home ambiance items including candles and reed diffusers. Scents for the homekeeping products, priced from $5.99 to $19.99, include Citron Ginger, Herbs of Provence, and Olive Oil. Home fragrance items, priced from $9.99 to $14.99 come scented in Citron Ginger, Water Lily, Pomegranate Fig, White Birch and Cypress Sage.

Beauty Review: Revlon Scents of Summer Nail Enamel in Gum Drop

Three coats, natural light, no flash

During a routine trip to CVS, I spotted a new collection of scented-when-dry nail polishes by Revlon, with the beautiful Revlon spokesmodel Halle Berry smiling back at me and luring me towards the display. I almost squealed aloud when I spotted what appeared to be the perfect shade of satiny smooth lilac (I had Essie's Lilacism in mind) among the half-dozen or so colors still left, called Revlon Scents of Summer Nail Enamel in Gum Drop.