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Target Trendspotting - Valentine's Day

With Valentine's Day on the near horizon, it's time to start planning potential looks for the romantic day. Whether you're happily single, dating someone special, or hitched, I've styled three looks featuring dresses and accessories from Target.  Wearing a dress makes getting dressed so easy; just one piece plus accessories (and a jacket) and you're done. No mixing or matching tops and bottoms.

Peter Pilotto for Target vs. the Peter Pilotto Main Line

With the end of January almost here and the debut of the Peter Pilotto for Target collection on the near horizon, I think it'll be fun to compare recent Peter Pilotto runway looks to the Target capsule collection. While the fabrics, fit, prices, and technical skills that go into making the Peter Pilotto main line will vary vastly from the Target line, there are some striking similarities. Let's

Nine Outfit Ideas from the Peter Pilotto for Target Lookbook

With the release of the much-awaited Peter Pilotto for Target lookbook on Monday comes the next step - the sharing of wish lists (see my preliminary picks shared via Instagram). While I'm looking forward to the colorful collection's debut on February 9 as much as any print-loving lady, I want to show off my top picks in a new, more creative way. So I'm challenging myself to play stylist by using

Target Trendspotting - The Sequin Pencil Skirt

It's the sold out sequin pencil skirt that has ladies all over Instagram going crazy. When I tried it on at Target, the enthusiastic fitting room attendant was raving about how she saw photos of it and fell in love with the high-waist silhouette. I love it too! Why do I adore it? The midi length makes it demure, while the matte gray sequins add a major glam factor. You might think it's an evening

Target Trendspotting - Spring Boots

I love boots. I always have, always will. Why? Maybe it's the protection from the elements that they provide, or the fact that most boots allow you to wear socks (which adds comfort). You just pull them on or zip them up and go. Boots - especially ankle boots - have an undeniable cool factor and they can instantly make your look edgier. I love to take a printed dress and juxtapose it with

Target Trendspotting - What To Wear for Workouts

The start of the new year often sparks new fitness goals for many people, and since staying active (and stylish) is  an important part of my daily life, I've put together a pink-themed outfit idea for working out. Top priorities for me when choosing activewear are comfort and functionality. Looking cute and being comfortable while exercising shouldn't be mutually exclusive, and fortunately,