Even when I know my wardrobe's stocked for Fall, I can't resist adding another pair of booties to my collection, especially when they're so practical. These Madewell Sandstorm Booties ($188) caught my attention — and would play nicely with the tights, dresses, and other seasonal faves. Practically speaking, they're a near-necessity, and with that in mind I set out to make the purchase — until the pricey tag made me rethink . . .
To see the look for less I found, just read more.
Look of the Day: Poised to Perfection
The cloudy skies of London don't deter THEHOUSEOFSTYLE from looking good, no, great. She's poised to perfection in her fresh ensemble. Her citron yellow top adds a burst of vibrancy to her dark cropped trousers and check out the gold detailing on her booties and belt. Quite the stylista!
Here's what she has on:
- Top: Love Label
- Trousers: Jobis
- Belt: Vintage
- Scarf: Unknown
- Boots: Kurt Geiger
Congrats to THEHOUSEOFSTYLE!
Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!
Buy The Givenchy, Save On The Rest

If you have your eye on one of the famed Fall 08 booties (like this pair by Givenchy) then you might need some options for what to wear with them that won't be quite as costly. In this economy, it's all about investing in one or two pieces and then getting creative with the rest. Our opinion is to spend more on jackets, shoes, or handbags, and shop vintage or mass market otherwise. We're not endorsing an overboard H&M raid, but every girl deserves a few new things at the beginning of a season.
Definition: Embossed

Embossed
adj. Embellished with a raised pattern. Process uses heat and engraved rollers onto a rather rigid material such as leather, metal or fabric. Found mainly on handbags, shoes and jewelry. Snake, lizard, crocodile and ostrich embossing is common.
Get funky in these MICHAEL Michael Kors 'Studio' Pewter Embossed Metallic Snake Boot, $198.
