Michael Kors sent a bevy of models decked out in polka dotted dresses, skirts, coats and even one itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polka dot bikini down the Spring 2009 runway. I love polka dots and I loved Kors' take on this classic print, so I started looking for something similar on a budget and discovered that both Spiegel and Newport-News have very convincing Kors-inpired dresses. I think I could make dress #4 my own and rock it out at a summer wedding with bold red accessories (why not, right?!). Would you wear one?

Need a lightweight jacket for spring? Believe it or not, the requisite '80s fashion statement known as the Members Only jacket has made a comeback. Characterized by an elasticized waistband, elasticized wrists, a zip-up front and some snap closures at the collar, the Members Only jacket is a bad flashback for some, but a hip, vintage must-have for others. You could check eBay or the bowels of your closet for an original (I highly discourage you from paying $145 for the nylon jacket shown here from Kitson.com)...


...or you could pay $12.99 for this Member's Only Jacket from Wet Seal (yep, that's what they called it)...


...or you could scoop up this essential Color Zip-Up Jacket from Forever 21 for just $16.50. Choose from 6 fab colors, or buy one of each for less than the cost of the brand-name jacket. Which is, like, totally rad.

The Felix Rey for Target handbag collection hit stores March 29, bringing a "colorful, beach-inspired vibe" from handbag designers Lily Band and Sulaika Zarrouk. The collection consists of straw, canvas or nylon totes, clutches and beach bags featuring sea life motifs such as fish, coral and shells, which range in price from $19.99 to $49.99. I think this collection is too cute for words, and I'll probably pick up the large fish tote. It's big and roomy and well-made, perfect for toting summer essentials to the beach. The Felix Rey for Target collection will be available at select Target stores nationwide and on Target.com through June 14, 2009. Did this line meet your expectations?

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Now that the Louboutin frenzy over at Gilt has subsided, let's turn our attention to another coveted designer shoe brand, Jimmy Choo. These Jimmy Choo 'Connor Elaphe' Snake Wedge Sandals would be the perfect neutral shoe for summer, if they didn't cost $695 at Net-a-Porter...


...ahh, much better! The Mossimo 'Paz' Faux-Snake Wedge is a fabulous, inexpensive alternative that costs just $29.99 at Target.com. I saw these in person and they look splendid, plus they were on sale at my local store for $21.99.


...and here's another option, which features a higher, chunkier wedge. Very hot. Pick up this Snake Print Wedge at Wet Seal for just $24.50.

Your heart is no doubt racing in anticipation of today's Christian Louboutin sale at Gilt.com, which starts at 12 noon EST (I know mine is!!). What girl doesn't openly or secretly yearn for a pair of those red-soled shoes—like the Armadillo Pleated Leather Booties above? (Sold out at Bergdorf Goodman, but they were originally $1,155.)


...Not to be a kill-joy, but maybe a girl who doesn't want to go into debt over shoes! In honor of the occasion, you could pick up these red-sole Christian Louboutin look-alikes instead. Aptly named the 'Bandage Bootie,' these knockoffs cost just $29.50 at Wet Seal.

Oh heck. Just shop the sale—but get there on time! I have a feeling these babies will sell out in minutes. Use the link below to join:

http://www.gilt.com/invite/budgetbabe