With summer sadly rearing its behind in our faces, we know it will be over soon enough. There is a bright side however. Try not to think about the cold rainy days, freezing wind, or slushly wet snow. Think about how now is the time to start saving on summer sandals that you can wear next summer! I believe you can never be too prepared and these summer sandals are HOT HOT HOT! (and they will be hot next summer as well!)

Rocket Dog Flower Gal Summer Sandals - $ 27.20 - For all you green loving fashionistas out there, these summer sandals will have maintain your socially responsible mantra without sacrificing your earthy chic look. Green Power! 

Jessica Stud Summer Sandals- $ 49.99 - Frye summer sandals for under $50? Umm… where do I sign up? These are so adorable! With high quality Frye leathers on these summer sandals you can pretty much guarantee these will only get softer and more beautiful with age. 

Pierre Dumas Viviana summer sandals - $34.99 - I know, I know. Everyone says that gladiator sandals are on their way out, but these summer sandals feature some of those gladiator design elements with modern updates. I love the backing on these summer sandals with the curved straps. So feminine and cute. 

Steve Madden Sarrahh summer sandals - $29.99 - Okay these are really versatile - and not too bad to look at! Wear these summer sandals next season with your bargain find maxi dress on that coastal European vacation… or maybe just to brunch with girlfriends.

With fall fast approaching, now is the perfect time to start thinking about a new pair of leather knee-high boots! For those tightening their pocketbooks, take a look at the “save” options below. For those who believe “money is no object!”, take a look at the “splurge” options! Shop Away!!

SAVE

Minnetonka 3-Layer Fringer Knee-High Suede Boot: $80.00 - Great with a slim pair of jeans and a bohemian top. 

Ballard Leather Knee-High Boot by Wanted: $80.00 - Beautiful with a short floral dress for a country rustic look.

Kamron Leather Knee-High Boot by Rampage: $80.00 - Perfect with just about anything from a mini-skirt and tights to a pair of skinny jeans and a tee. 

SPLURGE

Tassel Leather Knee High Boots by Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti: $795.00 - Va-va-voom. Wear these with tights and a mini-dress for ultimate sex appeal. 

Shirley Riding Leather Knee High Boot by Frye: $388.00 - So beautiful. I love these with a short cotton skirt and a simple tank for a feminine look with a masculine twist.

Bologna Leather Knee High boot by Apepazza: $320.00 - These are fabulous for fall. Wear these over your favorite skinny jeans, boyfriend blazer, and a couple chunky rings. 

When it comes to fashion, it’s important to invest in items that will last for years and years. Timeless pieces, iconic styles, and truly wearable items are worth the extra buck. And that’s where classic pumps come in play. And you may think you need to spend a ton to get a great pair, but here are three styles in classic pumps that are under $100!

The Carrie classic pumps from Guess are a great item because of the classic style lines. Always relevant, these classic pumps feature a pointed toe and a delicious 4″ stacked heel. These classic pumps are suitably sexy for day into evening.

The Bonfire classic pumps from Nine West have a romantic and edgy appeal to them. Designed with a 1 1/2″ hidden platform, 4″ heel, and a peep toe, these classic pumps are to-die-for. Simple, elegant, and sexy, finishing off your look with these classic pumps will be simple.

The Rocha classic pumps from Nine West are a great pick for a pair of springtime classic pumps. With a wood platform and heel, these classic pumps are lush, yet neutral. These classic pumps would work fantastically with jeans for a casual day or a spring suit for work. When fall comes around, pair them with a tweed pencil skirt and a cropped blazer.

With all the wedding and anniversary parties filling up your schedule this season, a black evening bag is a must-have staple for the perfect complement to your favorite LBD. Do you save or splurge on a black evening bag? The choice is yours.

Splurge: The Viktor & Rolf black evening bag. Showcasing a great mix of lightweight silk and heavy duty chains, this black evening bag is black, bad, and bold. At $540.00, this black evening bag is a definite budget buster.

Save: The J. Furmani black evening bag is one to love. Simple , yet sure to go with most of your evening wear, this black evening bag features the baguette sihouette and a bold metal circle design at front and center for visual interest. At only $28.00, this black evening bag is a steal.

Middle Ground: The Lauren Merkin Eve black evening bag. In luxurious croc-embossed patent leather, this black evening bag features a pleated silhouette with signature striped lining. At $188.00, this black evening bag is priced affordably for such a style-licious piece.

I guess looking into purchasing a new wallet sort of goes against the grain of “saving”. But hey, I’m all for going against the grain. My theory is it would be easier to hold on to my dough if I had a vibrantly chic wallet to tote my (fast depleting) cash. Let’s take a look and see if any of these wallet options strike my fancy.

So technically since I am trying to save, I guess a bargain find on a lovely new wallet would be smart, right? Right! The Chicklit Wallet from Tano is great. At only $88.00 and in a rich deep blue, this wallet would be fabulous and still leave some money leftover to throw in my piggy bank. An added plus? This wallet is large enough to double as a little clutch. Two accessories in one.

If a great wallet is your priority and you are willing to spend a little more, take a look at this beautiful Tory Burch wallet. Extremely fun in hot pink crinkled leather(!), this wallet will be easy to find in your bag and it’s small and compact. Take this anywhere. Still, at $155.00, it’s a great price for such a fun design in a wallet.

Luxurious. Elegant. Green. All things I admire in a wallet. The Park Slope Kate Spade wallet is perfect for spring and a refreshing change from the basic brown and black wallets on the market. This wallet is a must-have, so don’t let it get away. Designed large enough to hold up to twelve credit cards and change and zip everything up securely, it’s hard to find anything not to love about this wallet.