All of this talk about IRS stimulus checks has “stimulated” the urge to shop for a new spring wardrobe. The fashion trends this season are abstracts, geometric shapes and ombré prints. A palette of vibrant paint box colors like citrus, orange and lime green are being splashed on the runways. This holds true for spring dresses, scarves, enamel bracelets and bangles.

Designers leave no stone unturned when it comes to creating handbags (Louis Vuitton’s monogrammed jokes bag); sexy sandals (YSL’s tribute sandal); and prismatic sunglasses like Isaac Mizrahi’s plastic sunglasses. What’s a fashionista to do with all these choices?

It isn’t fiscally sensible to run up a tab on big-ticket items trying to keep up with the Knowleses, Richies, and the Olsens because not only are they rich, they are typically gifted their garments because of their star power. So a style goddess must be smart when it comes to staying stylish. Here are a few outlets that are designed to help her shop for champagne on a beer budget. -yvette caslin

Bluefly.com – The leading online resource for discounted designer brands for ladies’ apparel (Prada, Chloë, and Miss Sixty), men’s apparel (John Varvatos, Zegna and Hickey Freeman), shoes, handbags and accessories. Discounts are up to 40 percent.

Flyjane.net (Celebrity fashion for the diva on a budget) – It’s an online oasis for trendy fashion. While they don’t carry designer labels, they have a wide selection of “it” shoes, bags and accessories.

Target.com – A site where you “expect more, pay less.” An upscale discounter offering trendy fashion by Madison Avenue designers like Isaac Mizrahi and Mossimo, dorm room lines by Todd Oldham and cosmetics by Sonia Kashuk.

Shopbop.com – A one-stop fashion resource that sells women’s apparel, shoes and accessories from more than 75 designers.

Shoebuy.com – Everyday low prices on the latest styles of shoes for ladies, men and kids.

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