Today I'm doing a guest post for The Supermelon, an online publication geared towards hip young women that showcases the latest reports and recommendations on global trends, shopping, style, travel, and the arts. Check out my feature about grey coats on a budget, then peruse the rest of their site for more fresh perspectives on fashion—you are going to love this site!

Here's some fashion frivolity to get you through the day. It's a little game I like to call "Spot the Guccis" (I made that up myself.) The studs are tough but the game is simple: All you have to do is pick out the two pairs of genuine Gucci studded heels in the photo above. You'll be quizzed later! Answers after the jump.

I have a question: To Ugg or not to Ugg? I spend most of my day in Toronto and it's been extremely cold lately. My feet are cold and wet...and I HATE it! I'm deciding whether or not I should purchase Uggs. I think they're pretty ugly, but is the warmth worth it? How are they against snow and slush? Stains? Can you give me the pros and cons about your experience with Uggs? —Rd.

Aside from Inauguration fever, the only things keeping me warm and toasty today are my beloved Uggs. A couple years ago when Oprah did one of her Favorite Things shows, she generously gifted her employees with a few of the top items on her list, including the Ugg Uptown boots you see me wearing in the photos above. I never would have purchased them on my own, but since they were free, I gave them a chance—and I have never looked back.

Tough economic times call for creativity and resourcefulness when it comes to looking and feeling your best - because that's what style is all about. It's never been about the labels or high-pricetags for us budget babes. It's been about smart shopping and having fun with fashion and self-expression. So here are some tips to help you continue to look fabulous without a fortune.

1. Reheel and polish old shoes. Getting shoes reheeled averages $5 at my neighborhood cobbler which is way less than buying a new pair of boots. Now's also a good time to get out that shoe polish (I love Kiwi brand), an old rag, and polish and shine those shoes to like-new perfection. You'll be amazed at the results.

Does anyone know what happened to For Love 21, the dedicated accessories boutique that Forever 21 launched back in June 2008? Over the holiday season, For Love 21 seemed to be replaced by a gift guide on Forever21.com, but now, it looks like that branding convention is completely gone.

I know many of the larger brick and mortar stores still have exclusive accessory departments, but I'm curious to know why the company opted to eliminate this branding on the web. It was cool, right? Anywho the goods are still there (jewelry, gifts, some makeup, handbags, etc.) but For Love 21 seems to be forgone. I emailed their customer service with this ever-so-pressing inquiry, so perhaps I will get a response.

In other news, Forever 21 announced on its website that it will be launching Shibuya Mon Amour, a boutique line designed exclusively for the fast-fashion giant. I hope it will have all of the designer look-alike goodness of their other stuff, with none of the guilt! Can't. Wait.