Kate Spade Jewelry Dupes at Target!

Hey lovelies!  Like everyone, I love Target.  I mean, I loooove Target.  They continue to step up their game season after season. So imagine my surprise when perusing some of their accessories, and I immediately thought they looked eerily familiar.  While they aren't spot-on dupes, there's definitely some Kate Spade inspiration in Target's jewelry.

The necklaces above are definitely similar, though not exact.  While the Kate Spade 'Field Day' Bib Necklace will set you back $278, the Target Sculptured Beaded Flower Bib necklace only costs $16.99.  Now I can't speak for everyone, but on a trendy piece like this, I'd rather save $250 (or put that towards my student loans!) and pick up the 'cousin' necklace from Target.

The earrings are also 'cousins' (see what I did there? lol), but at $8 a pop, you can get both for less than the cost of one pair of the originals by Kate Spade.  Besides, once they're on no one will be able to tell the difference!

Have you spotted any similarly inspired pieces in stores lately?  Would you rather the designer pieces (and prices!) or the bargain ones?

xx
Lia

Springy Dresses Under $50!

Happy Friday, lovelies!  Ahhh springtime!  It's finally starting to feel a bit like spring, hopefully it lasts!  It's inspiring me to go through my closet (spring cleaning!) and start pulling out all those fun springtime dresses.  For some reason, spring dresses are much more fun and have more styling options than those for summer.  So here's a quick roundup of some I'm looking to add into my closet... best part?  All are under $50!

Top row, L-R:
Old Navy Eyelet Dress, $27.50 (extra 30% off online with code THANKYOU)
Old Navy Shirtdress, $20 (extra 30% off online with code THANKYOU)
Target Color Blocked Dress, $19
Target Labworks Neoprene Dress, $28

Bottom row, L-R:
Target Hi-Low Hem Dress, $25
JC Penney 9 & Co Dress, $40
Kohl's LC Lauren Conrad Dress, $44.99
Kohl's Simply Vera Vera Wang Dress, $47.60

Which is your favorite?  How would you style it?

xx
Lia

BaubleBar's Spring Cleaning Sale

Hi lovelies!  With spring upon us (or so they say!) I am so excited about BaubleBar's Spring Cleaning sale!  If you've never heard of / ordered from BaubleBar before, they work with leading jewelry designers, the same ones who supply high-end retail stores, and curate a collection of on-trend, affordable pieces.  There's no commitment, no monthly charges, just buy what you want when you want.  The best part?  You'll get $10 off your first order when you sign up!  So click here and sign up!

Now, they're having this incredible Spring Cleaning sale, with pieces up to 60% off!  Here's some of my favorites.  At these prices, they all are affordable!


from L-R, top row:
Noir Spike Strand, $24
Bubblegum Bauble Bib, $24
Violet Triad Collar, $24

from L-R, bottom row:
Jumbo Amethyst Studs, $16
Popeye Sailor Studs, $16
Starfish Ring, $36
Glacier Ring, $74

Any pieces you've got your eye on?

xx
Lia

Review ~ My March GlossyBox Unwrapped

Hi lovelies!  I know you love seeing what everyone gets in their monthly boxes, so here's March's Spring Fling GlossyBox.  I did share the unboxing on Vine, check it out!

Here's all the goodies!  All in all, some great products and a fun box!  {Click to keep reading }

DIY ~ Pastel 'Enamel' Bangle Bracelets

Hey lovelies!  I keep seeing such adorable pastel enamel bracelets in stores, and they are just so fun!  But given my nearly nonexistent budget now, I can't afford to spend.  I'm okay with this, because I just get more creative!  Given my recent pastel painted baubles, like the bobby pins or the necklace and earrings, I decided to raid my jewelry and found some plain bangles that would be perfect for a makeover.  {Click to read more!}

My Fave Lipsticks ~ Reds and Fuschias

Hi lovelies!  I have an obsession with lipstick, and having just one brand/shade of a color is certainly not enough for me.  So I thought I'd share and swatch some of my faves with you - at all price points!  Above are some of my favorite reds.  As you can see, there's everything from New York Color to Dior and in between.  The best part?  When on, you can't tell which is which!  {Click to keep reading!}

How to Update Your Spring Wardrobe ~ 5 Pieces, 10 Looks!

Hi lovelies!  I wanted to start a new series, and see how you all like it!  I find that each season, my biggest wardrobe issue is wanting everything I see, yet only wearing things once or only one way.  With that, I'm left with an overflowing closet that I constantly stare into, muttering how I've nothing to wear.  So here I'm going to show you that without spending a small fortune, you can buy a few key items and stretch them into more than a week's worth of outfits!  {Click to read more!}