Splurge vs. Steal: Fringed Boots

Deacon has been secretly coveting a pair of fringed boots for months. (What can we say, he's a gay dog when it comes to shoes.)

The problem with this Minnetonka-esque look is that since they're definitely a trend style, we weren't willing to part with lots of cash for our look - particularly because the boots are often suede, which limits where we can wear them.

During our winter vacay, we came across a hot pair at one of our fave discount retailers, the one and only Targee. We're now proudly sporting them 'round town, and you can too.

Here's this week's splurge vs. steal. Which would you prefer?

Sam Edelman, "Uri," were $224, now $111 at Nordstrom.com.















Minnetonka Three-Tier Fringe Boot, $89, SouthMoonUnder.com.










Joie "Deja Vu" Fringe Boot, $224 (sale) from ShopBop.com.















And of course, my personal pick, $39.99 at Target (click the link for a better photo!).