HomeGoods finds

Love finding super chic items on super discount at HomeGoods.  I came across a clear glass bubble vase and a white porcelain vase - both can match any decor and be easily moved around the house and re-purposed.  I tried to find matching ones at other stores, for comparison. 

HomeGoods: $16.99 / Z Gallerie: $69.95

HomeGoods: $16.99 (must be the magic price point) / Target: $75.99 (and doesn't even have the top portion)

What have been your best bargain finds (and, most importantly, at which stores)?

Surprising fashions

Some brands can pleasantly surprise you with their renewed sense of fashion (or a new hire in the buying department!). Two recent companies that have made me want to film a cliché fashion montage while trying out their latest lines are Land's End and Talbots. Suprising, right?

Land's End came out with a Canvas line, which includes simple pieces with a preppy slant. The collection includes everything you need to create a complete look – from skirts to printed tanks to swimsuits to fun accessories (scarves, belts, etc.). Oh, and the prices are fabulous too – most items are $19.50 or $39.50.

I was browsing the latest Talbots magazine and thought "how very J. Crew of them" – what a complete transformation for what used to be an overly-outdated-and-quiet-unattractive store. This season, Talbots is featuring super chic looks, complete with tailored coats, attractive skinny jeans, luxurious-looking tops and overall very well put-together outfits. Nice work, Talbots!

Think you'll go check these places out, now that they've had a facelift?