For this week’s Friday Finds I thought I would change things up a bit and share this adorable (and affordable!) jean jacket I found in Target’s junior’s section for a mere $20!  Jean jackets are kind of a big deal for spring, which I had been pretty much on the fence about until coming across this on a recent trip to Target to purchase cleaning supplies.  (I swear; is it even possible to get out of that place without at least three things you never intended to purchase?)  As a child of the 80s, jean jackets generally take me back to an era of Aqua Net hairspray, slap bracelets, and parachute pants.  Um…no thanks.

This jacket, however, with its quirky polka dots is refreshingly updated.  Since I purchased this jacket in the juniors’ section (size L) it is a little more fitted than a typical jean jacket, which is also part of its charm.  One thing I have always disliked about jean jackets is how bulky they feel and look on me.  The more tailored fit of this jacket lends itself to being layered over dresses or a cute top with some colored skinny jeans.  A great floral pin or statement necklace are the perfect accessories to add a little extra fun this spring!

Style Notes: Target jean jacket (spring 2013) / Dee & Ray Mona Dress via Last Chance (summer 2012; love this) / Classiques Entier shoes via Last Chance (spring 2012; love these) / Old Navy pin (spring 2012; love this) / J.Crew bangle (fall 2011; love this) / Michael Kors watch via Last Chance (spring 2012; similar style)

Style Notes: J.Crew Factory Factory Printed Pleated Shift Dress $79.50 (currently 30% off) / Modcloth A Class Act Flat $29.99 / Gap Striped chambray mini $54.95 (30% of until 4/7) / Stripe by N Bonjour Tully Pullover $89 / Anthropologie Piped Peplum Blouse $88

This week’s finds offer Easter style suggestions whether Sunday finds you heading to church, dining on brunch at a favorite eatery, or lounging about the yard while the kids hunt eggs.  We hope your day is spent amongst loved ones and full of relaxation!

Style Notes: Old Navy Striped Fit and Flare Dress $25 (currently 30% off online) / Kate Spade Goreski Glasses Bangle $78 / Modcloth My Favorite Macaron Dress $62.99 / Anthropologie Korin d’Orsays $148 / Old Navy Eyelet Tube Dress $25 (currently 30% off online) / Anthropologie Pivoted Points Necklace $48

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My love for Kate Spade knows no bounds, so when the brand announced a new, more budget friendly brand, Saturday, which launched March 20th, my heart skipped a few beats.  See, while I am crazy, head over heels for Kate Spade, my salary, and two growing children, don’t allow for me to indulge my love obsession too much.  Saturday, with it’s quirky prints and affordable basics, seems like the perfect compromise between my lovesick heart and sensible wallet.  Here are a few things I am currently crushing on!

Style Notes: Slip Neck Ponte Dress in Stripe $140 / Oh, Snap! Shell in Signature Zig Zag $80 / Squared Sunnies $50 / Top-Handle Small Satchel in Stripe $140 / Sexy Back Dress $170 / Shirttail Skirt $80 / The Skinny Jean in Signature Zig Zag $120

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Spring may not officially begin for another week, but we are definitely feeling the sunshiney love here in Arizona. This has me embracing pastels in a major way, so I’ve devoted this week’s Friday Finds to some favorite picks that are sure to inspire visions of an upcoming Easter Egg Hunt.

 Style Notes: Ruche Palolem Beach Colorblocked Wedges $35.99 / Club Monaco Wisteria Statement Earrings $69.50 / Gap perforated oxfords $69.95 / Ruche Up Before Dawn Peplum Top $39.99 / Club Monaco Marianna Lace City Short $69.50 / Boden Clara Dress $218 / Forever 21 Aviator Sunglasses $5.80 / Gap Striped Academy Blazer $88

Ever since I have been old enough to make my own wardrobe decisions, I’ve avoided florals at all costs.  Far too many years of my youth involved Christmas and Easter dresses from Laura Ashley, which was probably the sole proprietor of floral textiles in the mid-late 80s. However, the floral prints that are cropping up in stores have taken such a refreshing turn for the modern with a variety of hues, shapes, and applications that I find myself toying with the idea of incorporating some in my spring wardrobe!

Style Notes: J.Crew Floral-Stripe Tee $49.50 (20% off through 3/8) / Sabine Cabachon Floral Bib Necklace $44 / Madewell Silk Boyshirt in Pansy $89.50 / Madewell Skinny Skinny Ankle Jeans in Sungarden $74.50 / Xhilaration® Juniors Peter Pan Collar Lace Top $15 / Gap Floral Sateen Dress $69.95 / Anthropologie Floret Rope Necklace $58