Kohl’s Holiday 2009 + contest!

For the upcoming holidays, Kohl's has fashionable and inexpensive gifts for anyone on your list.

New this season, Kohl’s introduces the exclusive LC Lauren Conrad collection, a contemporary lifestyle brand. This season’s essentials including special dresses, cozy sweaters, statement jewelry and more can be found at Kohl’s and Kohls.com.

Below are top holiday fashions found at great values this season at Kohl’s:

Holiday Hearth Color– Add warmth to the wardrobe this season with colors inspired by the holiday hearth. Rich red, rusted orange and ochre are the top colors for 2009. Select one for a monochromatic head-to-toe look or use as an accent with the season’s base hues of classic camel or gray. Get the look: Simply Vera Vera Wang tiered dress - $68, LC Lauren Conrad slub knit - $30, Apt. 9 red case closed clutch - $32, Candie’s dip-dye party dress with sash - $58

Tartans and Checks – From outerwear to sleepwear, plaids are the must-have print for the holiday season, and Kohl’s offers affordable ways to incorporate the trend into any style. For a classic look, try a tartan print peacoat or find a modern way to wear the print with a buffalo-check skirt. Get the look: Croft & Barrow cashmink muffler - $24, Mudd buffalo check leggings - $40, Sonoma life+ style plaid vest - $44

Sweaters –Not only a great gift but a chic fashion piece this holiday, sweaters are the essential item for the season. From cowl-neck to cable-knit, shoppers are sure to find the perfect fit with Kohl’s deep selection offered at a great price. Add a pop of color to the little black dress with a festive marl cardigan or dress up a pair of jeans with a jacquard sweater in a rich hue – perfect for a holiday brunch with the family. Get the look: LC Lauren Conrad cocoon sweater - $60, daisy fuentes button-neck sweater - $54, ELLE dolman-sleeved sweater dress - $50

Animal Prints – Add a little wild to your winter wear with animal prints and embellishments. Inexpensively update a basic pant suit with a pair of crocodile pumps or go bold by pairing a zebra print skirt with a black boot and top. Find the trend at Kohl’s in sweaters, dresses, shoes and accessories. Get the look: Dana Buchman zebra cowl-neck sweater - $54, Dana Buchman evangaline shoes - $69.99, Apt. 9 faux leopard jacket - $60, Sonoma life+style fur-lined hoodie - $40, Sonoma life+style faux fur cold weather accessories - $24-$34

Feminine Flair – Buttons, lace, ribbons and bows are just a few of the delicate feminine details that personify the holiday season. A row of ruffles softens the structure of a crisp poplin shirt, while beaded details add extra sparkle to the basic cardigan or clutch, perfect for a special occasion. Get the look: Simply Vera Vera Wang sequined top - $64, LC Lauren Conrad woven keyhole flutter-sleeved shirt - $34, Chaps v-neck dress - $85, Apt. 9 shell handbag - $34, Croft & Barrow meredith boots - $69.99

Plush Fabrications – Look luxe and stay in budget with plush fabrics found everywhere from handbags to shoes. A velvet clutch or satin heel adds timeless elegance to any ensemble, or shoppers can create a polished, casual look by pairing a cashmere sweater with basic denim. Get the look: Dana Buchman embellished satin tank - $40, AB Studio ruffle-front blouse, Apt. 9 cashmere sweaters - $100, Byer velvet santa dress - $52, Mootsie Tootsie parable dress heels - $44.99

Boots – This holiday season is all about the boot. With styles ranging from mid-calf to ankle, find the perfect pair for any look at Kohl’s. Wear tall boots over skinny denim for the perfect daytime look or pair an ankle boot with a pencil skirt and cardigan for a versatile evening look that will work for any holiday event. Get the look: Sonoma life+style veronica boots - $64.99, Croft & Barrow tracy boots - $59.99, Dana Buchman jonesboro boots - $109.99, ELLE meah booties - $59.99, ZeroXposure alpine boots - $99.99

Statement Jewelry – Bold accessories add elegance and personality to any ensemble. Kohl’s offers a great selection of affordable classic and contemporary jewelry that is sure to provide that extra holiday sparkle at the perfect price. Add an eye-catching metallic cuff and large jeweled cocktail ring to dress up a solid-colored turtleneck top, or add an over-sized pearl necklace to last year’s black dress to update the look with class. Get the look: Simply Vera Vera Wang clustered leaves necklace - $42, Dana Buchman pearl essence bracelet - $28, daisy fuentes hematite necklace - $40, Candie’s hematite ring - $22


Contest:

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The contest will end Thursday, December 17!
The winner will be announced Friday December 18!

Good Luck and Happy Holidays!