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That’s right! Target is getting ready to debut its next designer collaboration with  none other than Jason Wu! Wu is probably most known for his connection to the First Lady, Michelle Obama.  Mrs. Obama wore one of his gowns to the inaugural ball for her husband, President Obama.  It’s fair to say, she played a large role in launching Wu’s career and getting his name in the media and clothes into stores.  Now, after dressing the most fashionable of celebrities and elite, Wu is making his designs available to Target shoppers.

With prices ranging from $19.99 for a scarf, $24.99 for a handbag, $39.99 for a dress, and $54.99 for a jacket (a far cry from his usual prices!), we know we will be hitting up Target on February 5th!

These itsy bitsy spiders were not crawling up any water spouts; they were too busy spinning webs to create this one of a kind cape.  But these spiders are not your ordinary, run of the mill spider, they are the Golden Orb spider found in Madagascar.  And well, they also aren’t quite “itsy bitsy”, with a leg span as large as a hand and they don’t produce the typical web, but one colored in gold.

1.2 million Female spiders were used over a 4 year process to collect enough spider silk (also called Gossamer) to create this golden couture cape.  This light as air feeling cape is currently on display at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.

Are you ready for your very own spider silk clothing?

Okay, okay, okay. Living in Southern California, we know we really can’t complain about the cold weather (but you bet we do, and sometimes to our relatives living in the snow covered states). Our hands get cold; we want to wear stylish scarves, hats, and boots too! And speaking of cold hands, we came across this really cute, inexpensive, and simple DIY for making your own homemade mittens! Just grab a cute sweater you outgrown and start sewing!

Step 1: Turn sweater inside out.

Step 2: Use your hand or existing mittens as a template.  Make a chalk outline of hand/mitten starting at the hem (see pic!).

Step 3: Using a sewing machine, sew along the chalk outlines.

Step 4: Cut out sewn mitten.

Step 5: Turn them inside out, place them on your hands, and head outside for a snowball fight!

Simple, cute, practical!

Thanks to to A Beautiful Mess blog for sharing this DIY!

Neon is a clear trend for the upcoming season! Just take a look at the runways, magazine, blogs, and our own Gossip line! (Get On Board, Double Dare, Blue Jean Girl!!!). And with neon fashions, comes neon accessories.  We keep seeing so many beautiful and bright handbags from über famous and of course, expensive designers.  So, we wanted to find the LOOK FOR LESS! And of course, share our findings with you. Here are some BRIGHT BAGS for your BUDGET!

Square Root Green Handbag                                   Raspberry Buckle Backpack

Structured Crossbody                                                Leatherette Wristlet Clutch

We love braids at Gossip. They are the perfect alternative to a simple ponytail and a pretty way to keep you hair out of your face when you are shopping, at the beach, playing sports, basically doing anything active.  Check out this super cute braid tutorial and some fun braids on our own Gossip model!

By Request: Braid Tutorial by Free People from FreePeople on Vimeo.

Never Forget That Fashion Should Be Fun!!!

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Need some ideas for your New Year’s Eve ensemble. Take a look below!!!

New Year’s Eve is always fun and carefree making it the perfect night to try out a new look.  We love trying out different hairstyles but don’t always have the guts to wear them for everyday activities. Well, now is the time to take that unique style out the front door and into the New Year.  Here are some styles we would love to rock at a New Year’s Party!

As 2011 winds down and makes way for 2012, people are talking about the BEST’s of the year.  From best movie, most dramatic break-up, best dressed, best song, and best hair, it’s always fun to recap on the past year.  One best and most influential style that seems to be pretty absolute is best female hair for 2012 and it is going to Emma Watson!  We adore her short, Mia Farrow, style cut and would love to see more girls rocking this look out on the streets.  Wish we had the guts to go for the major chop, chop, chop! What do you think Emma’s haircut? Is it worthy of being the best of 2012 or are someone elses locks far superior???

Out of all the jackets in the World these three Starlets chose the same one to rock this winter!  Natalie Portman, Kristen Stewart, and Emma Watson are definitely thinking practically in this faux fur hooded jacket by Ralph Lauren.

But, who do you think wore it best?

(All we have to say is, Natalie’s sneakers???)

Still haven’t found the perfect gift to give all of your best girlfriends.  Well, here it is!  This chalkboard necklace is absolutely adorable and allows you to personalize it to your friends liking.  From the bow to the handwritten chalk message, this handmade gift will truly show you care and appreciate the friendships you have. Check out the entire DIY at the Brideblu blog.