All About The Shoes

On a Budget

2012-01-24T14:12:00.000-07:00

Shoe shopping on a budget is just no fun. Honestly, no fun at all. You may think I have unlimited funds for shoe shopping or have hundreds of shoes in my closet but, alas, it's simply not true. I have a budget to meet each month and must keep my shoe purchases to a minimum. It's just a sad, sad reality for me.

If you're like me and must keep to a shoe budget, there's no shame it visiting your local Payless Shoe store. Many times they have some adorable choices and their shoes are always at a reasonable price. Recently they started carrying a shoe line designed by Christian Siriano.... fabulous styles.

There's a classic pump available in a color I've come to love for everyday work styles. Christian Siriano La Femme Pump in blush for $32.99 at Payless Shoes

Or if you tastes run to a little sassy, try this pump in the black leopard print. Christian Siriano Katia Knot pump in black leopard for $34.99 at Payless Shoes

Tender Loving Care

2012-01-19T09:49:00.000-07:00

Are you like me and find yourself abusing your poor toes and feet while trying to wear the latest, fashionable footwear? Then to make things worse, the winter months will dry out my heals and toes and things getting even more uncomfortable.

Treat you feet with tender loving care by treating them to a nightly massage using this wonderful foot treatment found at The Body Shop. I love this stuff... my feet love it also. Each night before bed, I massage each foot with some lovely lotion, pull on some warm, fuzzy socks and let my tired feet soak up the goodness.

Give it a try, your feet will love you for it and you'll be more comfortable wearing the latest, fashionable footwear.

Peppermint Cooling Foot Rescue Treatment at The Body Shop

Boots

2012-01-16T14:58:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year ladies when my heart turns to boots, fabulous boots. With a chill in the air and lovely snow all around, boots can be a practical choice in footwear. But being practical does not mean one can't still be stylish. Why not go for a well-heeled, good looking boot that can compliment any winter style.

A boot like this one from Madden Girl can be worn with some fabulous skinny jeans or paired with a longer flirty skirt. Love the cognac color but black is always versatile. These boots can be found at SteveMadden.com but are about $15.00 less at Shoes.com.

Madden Girl Preppie boot in Cognac for $65.55 at Shoes.com

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Changing Styles and Wild Divas

2012-01-12T09:19:00.000-07:00

I went shopping for a pair of closed-toe black heels the other day. Yes I already have a pair... ok, maybe more than one pair...... but it's a new year and shoe styles are forever changing and a gal has got to feed the need.

It's so interesting to watch the shoe styles change from year to year, going from pointed toe to rounded toe to square toe and back to pointed. This year it seems that we are in the round-toe cycle yet again, which is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, a rounded-toe shoe can be quite comfortable when compared to a pointed-toe shoe.

Of course, after some time spent shopping and soaking up all the fabulous shoes, I found just the perfect pair for me and I want to share them with you. Have you heard of Wild Diva shoes? I happened upon a small little clothing/shoe store that sold a variety of this shoe brand and I must say I was pleasantly surprised, while it seems this brand specializes in some wild and funky shoes they also have some basic, good-looking shoes that are surprisingly comfortable. Check out the pair I decided to purchase.

Wild Diva Rowena in black suede for $45.95 at Shoebuy.com.

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I've Missed My Shoes

2012-01-09T09:55:00.000-07:00

I just can't stay away, I just can't stop, I just can't help my addiction to shoes. I've missed my little blog about shoes. What can I say? I've got an addiction. How about you?

I'm in love with shoes. It's all about the shoes and I've got to feed my addiction by jumping back in to blogging all about the footwear that speaks to me.

Just like these fabulous boots that can be found at Famous Footwear. I bought this pair of boots in October just before a trip to New York city and was a little nervous about the comfort of wearing brand new boots while walking all over the city. Oh my goodness. These boots are not only good looking they are extremely comfortable. I had no issues at all with these boots. Get them today!

Unity by Carlos Santana in Cognac for $89.99 at Famous Footwear

Did I Tell You?

2010-02-03T17:50:00.000-07:00

Did I tell you that I have a pair of these cute Madden Girl shoes? I didn't tell you? Well, I'm slacking.

I have to tell you I just love these cute little flats. They go with my jeans, skirts, work slacks... pretty much anything. If you're looking for a cute pair of flats... these are what you want. My only caution is that these run a little small. I generally wear a size 7 and had to get these in a 7 1/2. Just so you know.

Madden Girl Patsiee in black for $49.90 at Zappos.com.

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Working Gal

2010-02-01T17:51:00.000-07:00

Are you a working gal like me? I work in an office Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm and the one thing that helps me get through the days and weeks is the opportunity to wear my sassy heels to work every day.

Now I must offer a couple of disclaimers to this statement: 1) I don't walk a lot during the day but on days that I do... I will find myself regretting the choice of wearing heels (can't believe I confessed to that), and 2) I don't wear my seriously sassy heels, just my semi-sassy heels.

I thought today I would showcase a couple pairs of what I call, semi-sassy heels; heels that are perfect for the office and a fashionable working-gal.

BCBGeneration Valerie pump in camel patent for $88.95 at Nordstrom.com. Love the neutral color.

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Enzo Angiolini Mielee pump in black patent for $88.95 at Nordstrom.com. Love the ruffle on the toe of these pumps... gives these shoes some extra Sas but not too much.

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Now and Later

2010-01-25T18:16:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year when you've got to start planning ahead for the warm, summer months. Right? Is it just me? I'm already thinking of the darling sandals I'm going to wear this summer.

It may have something to do with the long, dreary, dark days of January.

So I say.... let's buy some shoes for Now and some for Later.

Aldo Digangi flats in sliver for $45.00 at AldoShoes.com. These are the Now shoes.... just so cute, aren't they?

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For Later and because Aldo Shoes is offering free shipping for orders over $100, I think you must check out a second pair of shoes.

Aldo Saez evening sandal in black patent for $70.00 at AldoShoes.com. I know it's cold out there right now but we can always plan ahead for the warm summer nights when these shoes will be hot, hot, hot!

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Some Extra Sas!

2010-01-21T17:54:00.005-07:00

For those of you who read my little-nothing-of-a-blog, you know that I like shoes that have a little extra sassiness. BCBGeneration seems to have that little extra something that keeps drawing me in.

Check out these sassy shoes available at ShoeBuy.com, which, by the way, offers free shipping and free returns. Love it!

BCBGeneration Sicily in taupe suede for $88.95 at ShoeBuy.com.

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BCBGeneration Altero in honey/metallic for $94.95 at ShoeBuy.com. Loving everything about this shoe. This shoe is HOT!

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2010-01-16T15:24:00.004-07:00

Let's check out Famous Footwear today, shall we? It seems like awhile since I've done any drooling... I mean shopping in their store.

They've got a darling pair of pumps from Not Rated that are a mix of sassy and sweet that I'm really digging. The 4" heel is sassy and the cute Mary Jane style with a button is the sweet.

Not Rated Interview pump in black for $54.99 at Famous Footwear.

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Exotic Mary Janes

2010-01-14T20:35:00.004-07:00

Exotic Mary Janes? Who would have thought?

Payless Shoes has got some seriously sassy Mary Jane pumps. These pumps are classic and would work with both your winter and summer wardrobe. They really are a cute pair pumps and you definitely can't beat the price. Great job Payless Shoes!

Dexter Exotic satin Mary Jane pump in black/brown for $24.99.

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It's Cold Out There

2010-01-12T21:43:00.004-07:00

Whew... it's been awhile since my last post. I've been hibernating. It's so dang cold out there all I want to do is crawl in bed and hibernate.

Big sigh... it just doesn't work for me... at least not for long. There's kids, a husband, work, a household, and my undying addiction to shoes.

So, I'm shaking off my winter doldrums and desire to stay in bed all day and kicking things off for the new year. Let's start of nice and slow and easy like by taking a look at some sassy little shoes available at Target.

Yes, Target.

They've got some darling little shoes that I think are a perfect way to start of the new year. For example, check out these Mossimo Vanette kitten heels in leopard print for $24.99. These are darling shoes. Perfect for spicing up your jeans or skirts.

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I'm also kind of digging these Mossimo Payge platform pumps in bronze for $24.99.

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I'm just getting warmed up.... kitten heels... platform pumps.... peep-toes! Oh my!

Ready to Party

2009-12-28T18:28:00.004-07:00

Are you ready for the new year? Ready to party all night? These darling beauties from Nina will bring your New Year in with style.

I love these heels with the sassy bow at the ankle strap and simple strap across the toe. These are a gorgeous pair of shoes. Add them with your basic, black party dress and you are set for the evening.

Nina Clova in red rouge for $79.95 at Nina.com. Also available in silver, gold, black, and chocolate.

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Christmas Eve

2009-12-24T09:45:00.006-07:00

It's Christmas Eve day and I'm looking out my kitchen window as I type this post to the gorgeous view of large, fluffy snowflakes falling from the sky. The kind of snowflakes Utah is famous for - it's a beautiful sight. It will be a beautiful white Christmas... just what I love about Utah.

Are you ready for Christmas tomorrow? If your home is like my home, you've got kids that are bouncing off the walls with excitement. Kids that have searched every corner of the house for their Christmas presents. Kids that have begged and pleaded to open their presents early. You would think these kids of mine were in grade school. Noooo.... these are teenager, type kids. A few of them are old enough to drive even. Yes, it's true.

Big sigh... ya just gotta love 'em, right?

I wish you all a very, merry Christmas. I hope that Santa is good to you and all your Christmas wishes come true. Sweet dreams this Christmas Eve... you know what I'll be dreaming about.

Christian Louboutin

Silver and Gold

2009-12-21T16:30:00.007-07:00

Don't you just love this time of year? Forget all the stress of Christmas shopping and the wrapping of presents and the dealing with family wants and needs. Focus on the lovely holiday music; the music always helps me get into the spirit of the season.

One of my favorite Christmas songs is Silver and Gold. I just love the song... something about the melody. And when I hear "Silver and Gold", I not only think of Christmas but I think of fabulous party shoes. It's just me... it's just how I roll.

Overstock.com has a great selection of lovely silver and gold heels, a perfect compliment for any party dress.

Anne Klein Amber in silver reptile for $68.72 at Overstock.com.

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Anne Klein Quent in gold multi-leather for $69.72 at Overstock.com.

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Beston Evening snake print in sliver for $49.25 at Overstock.com.

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Style for Less?

2009-12-16T13:07:00.008-07:00

I recently did a little shopping at Target and, of course, it was in the shoe section. Just doing a little browsing to check out what was available and hoping to pass on to you some great deals on great styles.

Imagine my shock when I found some sassy pumps and booties for an un-Targetlike price. These sassy shoes are much more pricey than what I would expect from Target; however, they are also very fashionable and surprisingly well-made to boot.

Take a look at these shoes that caught my eye. They are stylish, and totally sassy, but not for less, as was expected.

N.Y.L.A. Extravaganza pump in black for $109.99 at Target.com.

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N.Y.L.A. Marriah ankle-booties in purple plaid for $99.99 at Target.com.

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Classics for a Party

2009-12-14T20:19:00.006-07:00

Christmas will be here soon which means New Years Eve will be here before you know it, which means parties. And we all know the most important thing to plan for with parties is.... your party shoes.

I can't be the only one that thinks of these things, right?

For party shoes, you can't go wrong with a classic pair of pumps. A gorgeous classy pair of black pumps will dress up any sassy, little, black dress. You can also go for the sizzle and pair that black dress with a sexy pair of red, peep-toe pumps. Either way you can't go wrong.

Dolce Vita Madison in black for $122.40 at Zappos.com.

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rsvp Jaceline in red satin for $88.00 at Zappos.com.

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Warm and Fashionable

2009-12-10T16:36:00.009-07:00

Just because it's cold outside and there's snow on the ground you shouldn't have to give up your love of fashionable shoes. A girl has got to feel pretty even if she's bundled up to her ears in a coat and scarf and gloves.

There are plenty of choices available to dress up your jeans, slacks, or skirts in cute ankle boots. Here's just a sample.

Sofft Sollea in brownwood for $151.00 at Shoes.com. Shoes.com is offering 10% of your order right now AND they have free shipping.

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These are some seriously fun ankle boots, they would be hot with a short skirt and tights. Dollhouse Hugo in burgundy for $50.00 at Shoes.com.

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Here's some boots to bring out the young, hip side in you (if you're already young and hip you already know these are hot.) Chinese Laundry Newcastle in plum for $69.00 at Shoes.com.

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Oh, the Weather Outside is Frightful....

2009-12-08T18:31:00.004-07:00

Sing with me..... Oh, the weather outside is frightful but the shoes are SO delightful and since we've no where to go... let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Don't you love that song? I just love it and sing it whenever it snows, which drives my teenagers crazy. But, hey, if you're a mother of teenagers you'll understand you have to embarrass them once it a while - I believe it's a requirement as a mother.

Why am I going on and on about the snow? After many weeks of very cold, cold, dry weather, it has snowed. Boy, has it snowed. Where I live, we got 8 inches of snow and just 10 miles south of us received 28 inches of snow!

My point with all this weather talk is with all this snow it's always fun to think of warm, cozy boots. Warm, cozy boots are so delightful.

Boots like these BearPaw boots found at Famous Footwear. I may have already posted about these boots last year... I love these boots. Super comfy, cozy and warm and perfect for wearing in the snow.

BearPaw Eva boots in brown for $59.99 at Famous Footwear.

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And since Famous Footwear is offering their buy-one-pair-get-the-second-pair-half-off deal, you've got to check out a second pair of great boots. These would make a great Christmas present.

Skechers Blur boots in choc-chocolate for $54.99 at Famous Footwear.

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Big Fan of Guess

2009-12-03T16:36:00.006-07:00

Did you know I'm a big fan of Guess shoes? I can't always afford the shoes but I really love their style. I'm sure you all know I'm a huge fan of the peep-toe high heel. mmmm hmmm They are really just sassy and eye-catching.

Just like these shoes found at Heels.com. Sassy and eye-catching.... and really a nice price for Guess heels. Also, you can't beat the free shipping and free returns at Heels.com.

Guess Teach in black multi-fab for $85.49 at Heels.com.

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A Chance to Win Big

2009-11-30T21:44:00.004-07:00

Want to play a game AND see if you can win $10,000? Click on the picture below to enter for a chance to win and play the shoe match game for additional chances to win prizes. Give it a shot!

Hard Day Shopping?

2009-11-28T10:56:00.011-07:00

Are you like the many hard-core shoppers out there that took advantage of the great discounts on Black Friday yesterday? If you were, I'll bet you've got some aching feet and empty bank accounts.

I've got the solution for you... Rocket Dog slippers.

I love these slippers. They are very comfortable, easy to slip-on, seriously sturdy, and a great price. I know the sturdy part doesn't sound so fabulous but I'm really tired of slippers that last the winter and have fallen apart by next year. These slippers don't do that, they are wonderful.

Rocket Dog Pony Up in natural for $27.30 at RocketDog.com.

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Rocket Dog Snowflake in natural for $27.30 at RocketDog.com.

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Warm and Cozy for Christmas

2009-11-23T18:04:00.008-07:00

Looking for a fun Christmas gift? Check out the fuzzy slippers available at BunnySlippers.com. They have a fabulous selection of slippers available for adults and children. A wide selection to fit the personality of almost everyone on your list.

Rudolph slippers for $24.95 at BunnySlippers.com. Love the red nose.... perfect for Christmas.

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They also have slippers that have a heatable grain filled pack infused with Cyprus and Lemongrass essential oils... mmmmm hmmmm can't go wrong with warm, cozy slippers.

Warm & Cozy Bear Slippers for $24.95 at BunnySlippers.com.

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Party for Less

2009-11-19T16:16:00.007-07:00

No need to spend hundreds of dollars on a cute pair of party shoes when you've got Payless ShoeSource. They have really got a great selection of shoes that will fit everyone's style wishes and dreams for the holidays.

For me, I'm dreaming of red for the holidays. That extra splash of color is perfect to warm up the holiday chill and takes my mind off the stress of Christmas shopping. Don't get me wrong.... I love to shop... just not for Christmas. I really get stressed trying to plan for just the right gifts.

Big sigh.

At least with shoes, I feel secure and strong and stress free. I'm taking this security and passing it on to you. Rely on me for your shoe shopping needs... I'm here for ya!

Kate Flower D'Orsey pump in red for $26.99.

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Kandy Pointed-toe slingback in crimson for $26.99.

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A Holiday Show Stopper!

2009-11-19T16:09:00.005-07:00

Did I get your attention? Do I need to say anymore? Imagine yourself wearing this shoe with a dazzling little party dress at your holiday function. Every woman in the room would focus right to these sassy little beauties. Not much more to say other than where to buy and how much, right?

Nina Critia sandal in ruby for $99.00 at Nina.com.

This shoe is advertised as a great wedding shoe but I'm thinking these show stoppers are built for a party!