The mix of purse porn and social media savvy worked so well in my Social Media Purse Personalities post, I thought I’d try my hand (or foot) at a similar take on shoes. Here’s what Facebook and other online friending sites would look like on your feet.

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Sexy, with a precariously high heel, this strappy slingback or sandal gets right to the point, leaving little to the imagination, and prides itself on unique details like feathers, bows or glitter. Perhaps an “out there” concept for many, but a perfect fit for fashion-forward, futuristic thinkers.

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A must-have look that few can pull off, but almost all try, nearly everyone you know has some variation of this seasonal style. This iconic piece of footwear is immortalized in nearly every photo of “right now” and represents socially accessible couture.

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High, high, attention grabbing heels that are nearly impossible to walk in, these brightly patterned shoes go with next to nothing and are one of those pairs you can never seem to remember why you don’t wear–until you put them on after a few months of more sensible styles.

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Function first, fashion second, these are the shoes you wear on your way to work. Or in the rain, or when you want to save room on packing. They’re versatile, and comfortable, and while you won’t be featured in Vogue anytime soon, they look OK and make up for their fashion flaws with wearability.

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The rounded toe on this classic pump isn’t cutting edge fashion, but works with conservative looks and provides a flattering view of your legs. This shoe is sensible for work, with a heel that elongates with just the right amount of oomph, allowing you to put your best foot forward.

Ever need to get a piggy back ride down the street after a night of clubbing in your heels? Well many have and that was the pure inspiration for this new type of vending machine by Rollasole.

The shoes run about 5 pounds ($8), but are only in the UK right now. We do hope to see them stateside soon. They are rumored to be padded, pretty comfy, and foldable so you can stash them in your purse for future use.

Image via Rollasole | Post from PerezHilton

Already you can get the Heel of the Day on our site or through an email update (sign up on the page). Now you can put it on your own blog for readers to enjoy. We have already had it on this blog for the last week to test it out.

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Julia’s recommended products:

Band-Aid Active Friction Block Stick: It’s invisible — you can’t really get any better than that!

Johnson & Johnson First Aid Secure-Comfort Cloth Tape 1 in x 5 yds: not the most glamorous of solutions, but when your feet are in bad shape, this will protect those injured spots from getting way worse.

Nexcare Liquid Bandage Drops: almost invisible, this has a “snakeskin” like effect and will give you a tougher layer for shoes to rub through. Put this one before you start to have issues, if you feel your sandals may be problematic.

Sweaty Pedi: Not only do I love the name of this product, but it is multi-function; it absorbs sweat, protects your feet against blisters, and gets rid of bacteria.

[From the Lacoste Spring 2009 Runway]

Betseyville Jay Wedge in Black

Enzo Angiolini Tells in Orange

BCBGirls Lexs Heel in Sunflower

AE Fringe Sandal in Wild Violet

Harajuku Lovers Layland in Green

Frye Shoes Ada Pleats Peep-toe in Coral

Inspired by a) my purse obsession and recent acquisition of 2 gorgeous new bags and b) Carrie Bradshaw’s abandoned Vogue column that made men the new accessories for fall, I started thinking about the social networking sites I frequent online and the subtle differences in their personalities and uses. Naturally, to a handbag hound like me, my mind quickly traveled to “purse personalities” and voila!

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Small, possibly sparkly, most definitely brand new and largely impractical, this is one of those bags that no matter how silly some people think it is, you simply can’t live without it. You also probably can’t stop gushing about how much you love it. It goes with you to all the most important events–almost like it had to bear witness to be real.

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Your “of the minute” bag, this one gets a lot of use in a short period of time before fashion changes and you give your look an overhaul. You update this “go to” bag every few months but like to hang on to the older versions for nostalgia’s sake and put them back in the rotation every once in a while--it’s kind of like reacquainting with an old friend.

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Kind of tacky, maybe a little bit gaudy, and most definitely not your basic black or brown, you bought this one on sale and rarely bring it out from the back of the closet. But it goes with one or two outfits so you keep it around and wait for the perfect chance to wear it–then wish you didn’t when you realize how attention-starved it makes you look.

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Big, oversized and kind of clunky, this catch-all is more of a tote than a handbag and is most definitely meant for over-the-shoulder use. But it serves its purpose and holds whatever you can throw in it, so while it’s not exactly “in style,” it’s useful and not totally hideous–all in all, not your favorite, but you see the utility and it gets the job done.

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More structured than the rest, this bag has sturdy lines and a boxy, professional look to it. So while it’s not the most fun purse on the rack, it’s definitely practical and a must have for every “working” (not in that way) girl. It doesn’t quite match your everyday look, but it’s nice to break out once a week or so–just to make sure you don’t stray too far from the professional path.

Since Facebook recently changed how their front page displays your friend’s information, Heels.com has decided to put a little more effort into our Facebook Page. Now that we can plant little splashes of shoe love into the information streams of our friends, we se a great opportunity to spice things up. 

Check out some of the simple things we have done so far on the Heels.com Facebook Page, like sharing sales and our hot Heel of the day. Our question for you, is what else do you want to see? We know you love shoes, but how can we make the way we interact with you on Facebook more fun? Do you just want more photos and videos of shoes? Let us know =)

We get more questions and queries about Gladiators through the blog then almost any other shoe style. We are listening, so this week Heels.com marked down a good number of Gladiators for your shopping pleasure. We included a couple of them  below, or search through all our Gladiators (remember you can sort by sale and price on the bottom of our sorting widget).

BCBGIRLS : PETER SANDAL – AMARETTO $59.99

SAM EDELMAN : MARIELLA HEEL – PEWTER $98.99

“Shop Your Closet” is an easy-to-read book that teaches you how to organize and merchandise your closet and transform it into your personal boutique. Imagine yourself falling in love again with your floral dresses, strappy sandals and stylish denim if it was all organized and displayed in such a way that each time you opened your closet door you’d feel like you were walking into your very own apparel and shoe shop. Isn’t that the ultimate dream of every fashionista and the whole reason we shop?

Discover closet heaven with ”Shop Your Closet.” From wardrobe editing, to color coding to storage, this book is your guide to turning your closet into your personal boutique and a must-have in your fashion library. Available at Amazon.com. 

Maintaining your tootsies goes beyond your weekly pedicure. Everyday you should be paying attention to the comfort of your feet. If you’re wearing high heels, you’re putting stress on your feet and chances are that you are feeling that stress at the end of the day. Fortunately there are therapeutic accessories that you can purchase to help you keep your feet feeling good and stress-free.

Dr. Scholl’s Open Shoe Insoles

These discreet insoles contain a massaging gel and are slim enough to wear with sandals and open-toed shoes. After all, your “killer heels” shouldn’t literally kill your feet. Available at Drugstore.com.

Flex-Tastic Toe Separators

Okay, this pair of toe separators may look weird, but after wearing a pair of heels for eight hours or being on your feet all day, your feet will thank you for the five minutes you spend wearing Flex-Tastic. This funky-looking product straightens out your toes, de-stresses your feet and aids in circulation. Think of it as yoga for your toes. Available at Walgreens.

Herbal slippers

Who knew aromatherapy and herbal therapy could be  good for your feet? These plush slippers are packed with lavender, chamomile and other soothing herbs and can be microwaved for added warmth and comfort. Available at Uncommon Goods. 

photo credit: dichohecho