I absolutely love these boots in the brown (shown below), but $300 is over my budget. Any idea where I can find something similar to this for a bit less? —Mimi

UGG® Australia Cyndee Riding Boot

The UGG brand has been hard at work designing new shoe styles that go beyond the shearling boots that made them so famous. And the result has been some, dare I say, legitimately fashionable footwear, like the classic-with-an-edge riding boots you're loving.

Not in your budget? Turn to Madden Girl, a trustworthy source for on-trend styles under $100. Available in brown, cognac or black, the Madden Girl 'Zerge' is an affordable alternative to the Uggs. ($84.50, delias.com) Plus, get 15% off any order with code DDP15. Ends Thursday, Sept. 6.

Madden Girl Zerge Boot

Got a recommendation for Mimi? Let her know in the comments!

Have you seen a cheaper look-a-like for these beauts? (shown below) —@jenniferkailey via Twitter

Cedrina

Well, Jenn, it seems like the glitter-back booties you love are the look-for-less! The Aldo 'Cedrina' might have been inspired by these CO-OP Barneys glitter booties (originally $595, now sold out):





...or possibly the Matt Bernson 'Jardin' glitter boot ($218, shopbop.com):

Matt bernson Jardin Glitter Booties

...but you can save $20 with these Colin Stuart look-a-likes ($98, victoriassecret.com):

Colin Stuart® Glitter Bootie

...or the BCBG 'Milan' bootie, which offers this look with a stiletto heel ($89.95, dsw.com):

BCBG Paris Milan Bootie

My suggestion? Take last season's ankle boots and update them yourself with a little glitter and glue. DIY blogger A Pair & A Spare has this amazing tutorial you can follow. —BB

I have fallen in love with the Dries Van Noten dress featured on Denise Porcaro in eBay's new Style Stories series (here). Any looks for less?! The colors, the cut, the mix and matched patterns…wouldn't say no to that cute BCBG belt either. —Michèle

First, let's start with the belt (that's the easy part): You can find BCBG's multi-colored belt for $68 at Lord & Taylor. It's unique and might be worth the price if you think you'll wear it often this fall and beyond. You might also try making a DIY version of this belt using some colored thread!

BCBGMAXAZRIA Wrapped Belt

Now, on to the dress. When you're looking for runway-inspired pieces, your best bets are Zara, ASOS and H&M. Here's a mixed print dress that captures the feel of the Dries pretty well ($196, ASOS.com):