If you're dying to get a head-start on your spring/summer wardrobe, or you're jetting off to warmer climes for a little mid-winter vacay, then feast your eyes on these studded sandals. On the pricey end, we have the "Bangelz" from Steven by Steve Madden (above left), a gladiator-inspired flat with vintage appeal. According to the Steve Madden website, it's a "real celebrity favorite seen on Heidi Klum, Bar Rafaeli, Lindsay Lohan, Kate Moss, and more." Want the star style without forking over $90? Try Forever 21's cheap-o version, the "Encore Studded Flat" (above right), just $16.80 (and it's available in your choice of 3 colors!) Pair either, er, pair with jeans, skirts or flirty sundresses for effortless summer style.

Left: Steven by Steve Madden "Banglez" sandal, $89.95 at SteveMadden.com
Right: "Encore Studded Flat," $16.80 at Forever21.com

I Heart Ronson by Charlotte Ronson for JCPenney is now available in stores, and some of the styles are available online too. The collection includes tees, vests, blouses, jeans, leggings, a dress and a tunic, in what I like to call a playful neutral palette of grays, blues, petal pink, white and black. Prices range from $15 for a racerback tank to $58 for a floral dress.

I have high hopes for this collection, so I'll reserve judgment until I see it in person. The fact that they're so clearly targeting teens with their choice of models and sizing is a little discouraging, but isn't that always the case? We ::cough:: adults will have to put on our fashion goggles and look past the branding and just make these clothes work for us, too. Thanks to reader Alison Y. for the tip!

See the whole collection here