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*UPDATE 8/11: The new collection has been revealed. Read more about here*

Target’s next limited jewelry collection, Anna Sheffield for Target, won’t be available until August 30, but here are some images from her collection for you to add to your wish list. The designer has collaborated with other retailers, such as Urban Outfitters, to bring her unique designs to the masses at affordable price points. Pieces from her exclusive line with Target will range from $20 to $80.  I can’t wait to see that charm necklace!

Online sample sales are a great way to find amazing deals with the ease of a click from your mouse. Sites have seen incredible traffic due to the loads of savings they offer on a huge range of popular labels. Catering to a younger generation, Gilt Fuse will offer contemporary brands, such as BCBG and Modern Amusement, for stylish women at irresistible prices. The fashion exclusive sale web site will launch on August 12 at 12 PM E.S.T.

Like its sister site, Gilt Groupe, Fuse will continue to match high style with affordable fashion for savvy fashionistas. Gilt CEO Susan Lyne wants members to be able to create new looks for their wardrobe “that don’t stretch their budgets.” She said that the new site is for those who want everyday fashion at affordable discounts. “Gilt Fuse is a natural expansion of our brand and an answer to our evolving customer’s needs.”

The first brands that will be offered at prices up to 70% off retail, include Plenty by Tracy Reese, Kova & T, and CC Skye. A weekly e-newsletter to alert members of upcoming sales will be available, and members of Gilt Groupe will be automatically granted access to the new site. Make sure to log on to Gilt Fuse or you will miss the amazing sales!

Hilary Duff in Femme

Actress Hilary Duff has definitely grown up since her Lizzie McGuire years. The former tween idol, who has become a fashionista to watch, is bringing her downtown classic styles to department stores with her new clothing line, Femme by Hilary Duff for DKNY Jeans. The fall collection will consist of 10 to 12 pieces of sportswear and outerwear. Duff said to WWD recently that she chose the name Femme because it combined the feminine and the tough sides of her line really well. She designed pieces that offer multiple fashionable options, including wrap sweaters, skirts, leggings, fringe tees, vests and layering camisoles. I already have my eye on a some items, including a sweater which has a removable cowl-neck. But my favorite so far is the black bomber jacket. It is an essential for fall fashion and would look great with jeans, leggings or skirts.

Jacket from Femme by Hilary Duff

Femme for DKNY Jeans will debut in August at Macy’s, Lord & Taylor, Nordstrom and DKNY stores. A holiday collection from Duff’s line will be available later this year.