Spring is in the air...

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, and if the legend or wives tale, or whatever it is, is to be believed, it means we're in for an additional 6 weeks of winter. Well, just because our winter season may be extended, that doesn't mean we can't start thinking of  (and preparing for) spring! 

Style.com has their "Spring Shopping Guide" out and stores are placing their bets on what will be hot this spring.  Being the frugal shopper I am, I figure it's never to start snatching up the good deals now while the getting is good!

From Style.com's Shopping Guide I bring you a couple of their picks and some affordable replacements


It's definitely nice to see that the gladiator sandal is still going strong.  


Balenciaga Arena T-Strap Sandal Price: $575








Here are some options with a price tag that I can look at:



Here's a darling little flat that Style is promoting for Spring this year, but one thousand dollars? Seriously?  That's damn near the amount of my mortgage!  Pssshhh I say, I can find cheaper !

Lanvin Snakeskin Flat
Price: $1,030







Similar finds, without the hefty price tag! 


And the last one for this evening.  No doubt about the cuteness factor, I just want a less expensive version of this cute please.

Alexander McQueen Sandal Price: $470








And some frugalistic alternatives!



Look for more of the "Spring Must Haves" tomorrow... I think we'll take a peak at the skirts!!