The trendsetting, elegant jewelry seen at fashion shows like those for Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, and Ralph Lauren often has a common origin behind it- Issac Manevitz of Ben-Amun costume jewelry. I literally couldn’t dream up a fashion magazine his work hasn’t been in. His pieces are pretty affordable, and he carries a lot of longer styles that can be harder to find and look better with dresses.

No matter what trends you decide to pick up or ignore for Spring, you’re sure to find something you’ll wear over and over. Here’s a few of my favorites, all coming in under $200. (If your tastes run a little richer, believe me, there plenty to tempt you on his website.)

Left, Austrian Crystals Chain Necklace, $100, available here. Top middle, Hand Crochet Earrings, $60, available here.

Top right, Double Row Adjustable Coin Belt, $160, available here. Bottom right, Bone Resin Link Necklace, $155, available here. Bottom middle, Gold Plated Filigree Earrings, $60, available here.

(Looks from Fall/ Winter 2008 by Topshop Unique)

With Fall/ Winter 2008 fashion shows wrapped up in Milan, London, Paris & NYC, this is the BEST time to pick up super-stylish bargains for next Fall & Winter! And thanks to the Internet you can become your own Style-Editor for Fall/ Winter 2008 without waiting for Vogue, Elle or Lucky to spoon-feed you trends with their massive September issue – though if you carry 1 or more around in your bag, I think it counts as resistance training! Just head to Style.com & watch videos of whichever fashion shows you want, you can also check out still photos, choose a slide show of a label’s accessories, or just head to the section on Fall trends … and after that bargain shopping is a breeze!

First, write a list* or print copies of the looks YOU want to create, & head to any online or in-store shop, hit the winter clearance section & start racking up a slew of super-cute pieces for next season at bargain-basement prices!

To get the ball rolling for INO readers, I found some amazing pieces based on the 2008 Fall/ Winter collection from Topshop Unique, that have “full retail price in 4 months or less,“ written all over their current slash & burn prices:

Zip front knee-length Cardigan-Jacket in chambray or red from Newport News, on sale for $49

Turtleneck Tunic Sweater dress in a range of fall colors, from Newport-News on sale for $19

Sweater Dress with pointelle-stitch button placket & ribbed trim in slate gray on sale for $39 from Newport News.

Suede sweater cuff booties in black, on sale for $9.99 from Urban Outfitters.

Buckle top faux-suede platform boot in black or brown for $39 from Newport News.

Oford style pump in steel gray for $29.

Uber-trendy Chanel-inspired mini-bag with double lace-chained handle, in glossy patent for $24.99 or in quilted suede for $9.99 (yes, $9.99!) from Newport News.

* WARNING BASED ON EXTENSIVE PERSONAL RESEARCH: Do NOT shop these sales without your list, because even the most discriminating shopper can get caught up in ‘bargain-fever’ – “It’s $15 marked down from $600! So what if it’s a day-glo orange sweater with pom-poms, it’s (fill in the designer’s name)!” So stick with your list &/or carry those pictures you printed, keep your eye solidly on the prize, & most of all: BE WILLING TO WALK AWAY FROM A DEAL, NO MATTER HOW ‘AMAZING’ IF IT’S SOMETHING YOU’LL NEVER USE … & you’ll end up with no regrets, & a brilliant Fall/ Winter wardrobe for less than your summer’s AC bill!

Eva Longoria has been a longtime fan and friend of jewelry designer Claudia Lobao. Lately, these extra large hoop earrings in both sterling silver and 14k gold plate have been a staple in her glamorous wardrobe.

Eva has been spotted wearing various Claudia Lobao designs for over a year, and even brought her love of this line to her hit TV show, Desperate Housewives. Appearing in 15 episodes in the past two seasons – Claudia Lobao jewelry has been featured more than any other jewelry brand. Claudia Lobao jewelry and Eva’s must-have extra large hoops are available for $85.00 on Shop Rumer.

A reader asked about the dress worn by Natalie Portman in her Te-Casan advertisement. It is the “Puff Sleeve Dress” by David Szeto, & it’s
$1, 388 at Barney’s (they only have navy left).

For anyone looking for a similar dress, with a $1,300 discount, Mac & Jac have a “Floral Lattice Dress” in black, on sale at Dillard’s, for $74.50.

If you like the style, but want a more fluid material, Wet Seal has this paired down version in dark grey on sale for $15.

While Forever 21 has this paired down version in black for $19.80 (just add your own belt).

And if it’s the material you like, but want less sleeve & more of a sheath-style, Forever 21 has this perforate floral pleat dress for $29.80

Reader Request!! Get Leighton Meester’s look for less than $160.

• Nordstrom - Dress- $68.00
• White House/Black Market - Bracelet- $38.00
• ASOS - Earrings- $8.67
• Target - Clutch- $16.99
• Endless - Shoes- $23.95