Have you seen or tried on these boots? I've been on the lookout for some lace-up boots too but I can't decide if I want a heel or flat ones!?! These look really cute though! I see piperlime.com has 'em for $99- not too bad!
I found a slightly cheaper alternative to this EB vest:
http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=40924&vid=1&pid=880478
It's definitely not *just* like it but it gives the same effect. I ordered it as a ride-along on my last promo order and I ended up liking it! ;) I'm actually wearing it now!