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Spring Florals You'll Want to Wear






Stella McCartney mix-and-matched fresh florals in her Spring 2008 ready-to-wear collection. Recreate the vibe for a whole lot less with carefree, flower-print frocks and lazy-day totes from American Eagle Outfitters.

At left: Looks from the Stella McCartney SS08 runway. (Style.com)
On right: AE Flower Tote in blue or coral $34.50 $24.95; AE Flower Garden Dress in red or purple floral print $69.50 $39.95

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Look for Less: Christian Louboutin Bow Pump




We recently discovered a new shoe brand (new to us, anyway) that's playing the Christian Louboutin knock-off game: Gianni Bini. Here, they copy Louboutin's oh-so-covetable patent leather pump right down to it's metallic bow detail. Gianni Bini did not, however, purloin the trademark red sole, so if that's what you're after, you'll need to fork over another $650 to make up the difference. As if.

Left: Christian Louboutin Bow Pump at Barneys New York, $720
Right: Gianni Bini "Celena" Bow Pump at Dillards.com, $69

Look for Less: Prada's Optic Squares




Miuccia has cast her sartorial spell once again, and we are powerless to escape it: Interspersed among Prada's fantastic floral fantasies on the Spring 2008 runway were some rather dashing, eye-catching optic square prints (left). Not quite plaid, not quite checks, these geometric grid-like patterns gave skirts and dresses a mesmerizing, almost dizzying quality.

The price of Prada's wares, however, has a similar albeit headache-inducing effect, but fortunately we found an off-the-runway skirt from Ann Taylor (right) that boasts the optic-squares we crave. Toned down with a solid white blouse and green patent purse, we think it's the perfect ensemble for work. Add baubles, a clutch and fierce heels, and you'll have a figure-flattering on-trend look for night.

>> Square Jacquard Skirt at AnnTaylor.com $98 $49.99

Prada image source: Style.com