Southampton - When stores in the Hamptons fling open their doors in the springtime, the shopping's high season begins!

Storefront windows are brimming with the latest designs straight off the runway but with today's economy, people are on the lookout for a bargain. We've scoured the East End and selected a few choice items, from the east to the west, for kids, men, and women, finding that with careful planning, a dollar can go far.

Hey, who says you need to spend a fortune to shop in the Hamptons? Here, our list of great finds for under $100.

Juicy Couture straw hat - Saks Fifth Avenue, Southampton.

Leather Sandals
It's easy to kick up your heels this spring with these leather sandals that look just as great with a skirt as they do with jeans. With the heel just under an inch tall, these versatile and sturdy sandals are your ruby slippers for the gal on the go. You won't need to click your heels together for a "there's no place like home" moment because you can be out and about all day with these comfortable sandals. Available in four colors; $98. Brooks Brothers, 50 Main Street, Southampton, 631-287-3936, www.brooksbrothers.com.

Flip-flops - Jildor, Southampton and Tory Burch, East Hampton.

Beachy Hat
Looking sexy on your beach blanket oceanside is easier with this fashionable Juicy Couture straw hat - along with a new bathing suit and a perfect tan, of course - and it's so "Hamptons." It's also the ideal accessory for your polo outfit. Various colors available for $85 at Saks Fifth Avenue, 1 Hampton Road, Southampton, 631-283-3500, www.saksfifthavenue.com.

Flip-FLops
Who knew flip-flops could be so much fun? Both young and young at heart will love these stylish Tory Burch flip-flops that add just the right punch of color to any outfit. Fun and easy-breezy, they're perfect for a sunny day. A variety of colors are available for $45 at Tory Burch, 47 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, 631-907-9150, www.toryburch.com; Jildor, 30 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-283-2450, www.jildorshoes.com.

Man's belt - Cole Haan, East Hampton Image courtesy of Cole Haan

Stylish Belt For Guys
With Father's Day fast approaching, or if you simply want your guy to look spiffy and fresh this season, this Piper Belt at Cole Haan, in madras or jute, is made from 40mm cotton web with an additional web overlay and a leather tab. Great for a summer soiree or for a day at the Hampton Classic. Sold with a solid brass buckle with matte nickel finish. Different styles available for $55 at Cole Haan, 2 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, 631-907-9350, www.colehaan.com.

Ugly Dolls Kites of the Harbor, Sag Harbor.

Ugly Dolls
These "Ugly Dolls" are so ugly they're cute, and each comes with a name, a story and its own personality. They are sewn and baby-safe, but boys like them because they're ugly monsters while girls love them as cute, cuddly pillows. New characters are released every year. A variety of sizes, colors and names are available for $9 to $50 at Kites of the Harbor, 75 Main Street, Sag Harbor, 631-725-9063.

Art And Photography Books
Christiane Celle's new Clic Gallery, located in the former Pamela Ferrari shop on Newtown Lane, offers a selection of the latest art and photography books that make great hostess gifts. Here you'll find a real "East End" flavor, with books by Montaukers Tony Caramanico ("Surfing Journals," $20) and Peter Beard ("The Peter Beard Book," $100). Signed copies of the Beard book are available for $150. Offering a nice selection of art and photography books beginning at $15 and up at Clic Gallery, 23 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, 631-329-8545, www.clicgallery.com.

Books - ClicGallery, East Hampton.