UPDATE: And the winners of our Lucky Airwalks contest are.......Anja, Valarie, Samantha P. and Emily N.!! Congratulations to all our winners and a great big thank you to all 220 people who participated.

PLEASE NOTE: This contest has ended.

There are so many things to celebrate this March 17th - St. Patrick's Day, of course, AND the Budget Babe's One Year Anniversary! As a special thank you to our readers, we're giving away not one but FOUR pairs of these Lucky "St. Patty's Day" Limited Edition Airwalk kicks! (One pair each women's size 9, 8, 7.5, 6 US)

To enter, just tell us what your good luck charm is in the comments section below AND your shoe size and four lucky winners will be chosen at random to receive one pair of Lucky Airwalks (shown above).

Be sure to use a valid email address and include info(at)thebudgetbabe.com in your address book so we can contact you if you're the winner. Comments must be posted by 12 noon ET on March 18 to be eligible to win. The winner will be announced shortly after the contest ends.

Happy St. Patty's Day! And here's to another great year from the BudgetBabe.com! Good luck!!

The Deal: The Kohl's Semi-Annual Shoe and Handbag Sale is going on now through March 22, which makes this the perfect opportunity to pick up some hot brights for Spring. Color-rich accessories are the foolproof-way to add bold hues like fuchsia, green and yellow to your repertoire.

Our top picks:
[1] Simply Vera Vera Wang Incisive Ballet Flats, $59.99 $41.99
[2] apt. 9 Studded Tote, $48.00 $28.80
[3] daisy fuentes Ruched Flap Clutch, $34.00 $20.40
[4] MIA Macie Wedge Sandals, $44.99 $32.99

While standing in the slow-moving checkout line at the grocery store the other day, I happened to read in a reliable tabloid source that trends in fashion are lasting longer these days because the price of luxury goods keeps climbing. Fashionistas who throw down $300 for a jewel-encrusted clutch, for example, sure as heck want to carry that bling for more than two weeks - and can you blame them?

While I'm not sure I buy this theory completely, it may explain why things like rhinestones, sequins and other shiny embellishments are still going strong in fashion at just about every price point.

Case in point: These Xhilaration Taima Jeweled Flat Sandals (my latest "splurge" from Target) are every bit as stylish for Spring 08 as jeweled ballet fats were for Fall. They look luxe in person and pretty on the tootsies. Just the right amount of shine, and perfectly on trend.

>> Get your own pair of Xhilaration Taima Jeweled Flat Sandals now for just $17.99 here.

According to the Hair Part Theory, where you part your hair may play a dramatic role in how other people perceive you - and these effects over the long term can change your personality:

"A left hair part draws unconscious attention to the activities that are controlled by the left hemisphere of the brain, i.e. activities traditionally attributed to masculinity. A right hair part draws unconscious attention to the activities that are controlled by the right hemisphere of the brain, i.e. activities traditionally attributed to femininity."

Ok, so it's more quack science than rocket, but it's still kinda fun to think about (like horoscopes). Besides, changing your part is just about the cheapest way to make-over your look, and with Spring just around the corner, we're starting to think we could use a new 'do.

So what does your part say about you?

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  Right Part: You inspire friendship and convey the message that you are nurturing, fun-loving and reliable.


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  Left Part: Exuding confidence, you are logical, organized and have a take-charge attitude.


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  Center Part: Unshakable and grounded, your part signals grace and poise.


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  None: Calm and collected, your part proves you're a fair and reasonable mediator.

Splitting Hairs: Celebrities often change their parts, but do you think the Hair Part Theory holds water when it comes to stars like Jessica Simpson, Rachel Bilson, Rihanna, and America Ferrera?

Can you believe these fab styles are from Sears?! As in, Sears, Roebuck and Co.? Yeah. Not bad, huh. And they're on sale...

The Deal: Save 40-50% off fun and flirty Spring Collections at Sears. All Apostrophe, Harve Bernard, Covington, and Dresses on sale thru 03/14/08.

Our top picks:
[1] Harve Benard Pintucked Shirt and Skirt in Zebra, $44.00 $25.99 each
[2] Covington Belted Wool Jacket, $250.00 $62.49
[3] Apostrophe Bow Blouse and 6 Button Vest (Items sold separately), $44.00 $26.40