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March 18, 2011 
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If you’re a dedicated shoe shopper looking for something that falls on the greener side, Planet Shoes is the place to look: amongst stylish flats and cool new wedges are vegan and eco-friendly brands that still look great.
Buying Vegan Shoes
Planet Shoes has an impressive selection of vegan shoes, and they don’t look like stereotypical “crunchy” ones, either. A quick browse shows many flip-flop options, sandals, and slip-ons, plus hiking boots, mary janes, and boots. Colorways are also varied—you can get contemporary black flats right alongside striped, hemp-soled slip-ons. Read more »
March 18, 2011 Comments (0)
As the snow melts away, there are more and more occasions to break out a cocktail dress. From engagement parties to weddings to prom, many of us will have a special occasion coming up for spring. Wear your favorite little black dress or a showstopping number with a short hemline and show off these spring shoes that are sure to cause a stir.
Sparkle like mad in the Yunnis pumps from Candie’s. These darling pumps sparkle and shine from every angle with an onslaught of glitter all over the body of the shoe. The pumps have a platform and 4 inch heel that makes them stand out in a crowd. The shoes have a peep toe to show off a vibrant pedicure. The Yunnis pumps will pop with a LBD or with a girlish cocktail dress in bubblegum pink or silver.
March 17, 2011 Comments (0)
A while back, we profiled Dr. Scholl’s answer to the age old problem of tired soles. Namely, they created a pair of disposable flats that you can pick up at just about any Duane Reade – or other pharmacy retailer – to wear when your dogs are barking and you just can’t face a long, barefoot walk home.
March 16, 2011 Comments (0)
When you’re knee-deep (literally) in snow, it’s hard to imagine that Spring is right around the corner, but with the mercury starting to slowly rise – and for our own sanity – I’m grasping hold of the meteorologists claims that we’re headed for warmer weather and totally embracing the concept of summer shoes.
However, what we always tend to forget is that with Spring comes a whole heck of a lot of rainfall and, while I’m certainly pumped to break out my non-boot related shoe wardrobe, I’d hate to see some of my favorite styles get damaged in a downpour.
Enter the Shuella, a pocket-sized package that, as the creators suggest, serve as a type of umbrella for your shoes. Think of these as a sort of portable rain boot that can be stowed in your purse or desk drawer and busted out when the need arises.
So what do they look like? Essentially Shuella’s – which are worn over your original shoes, whether heeled or flat – are a pair of ultra supple rain boots – available in your choice of hot pink or basic black – that have a wide collar that allows them to be folded over an secured asymmetrically with a trio of Velcro straps. While we don’t think they’re really going to win any style awards, they aren’t all that bad to look at and are certainly practical with a slip free sole. Plus, the makers want you to use these emergency shoes over and over, and enclose a cloth to wipe them down before stowing them in their very own carrying case.
These shoe protectors – which retail for about $50 per pair – have been endorsed by Oprah (which is like the highest seal of approval) as well as the ladies over at Good Morning America, but what do you think? Would you Shuella?
Lianne Woolley
March 15, 2011 Comments (1)
If you’re looking for the perfect prom shoes, you probably want to go with a neutral pair that will work, no matter what you’re wearing.For those who get down to the wire before choosing a prom dress, it can help to have your undergarments, accessories and shoes picked ou t before the dress. We know that may sound crazy, but it’s better for your dress to arrive two days for prom and you have a pair of neutral sandals ready to go, than having to drive around town in the days leading up to prom.
For major comfort look to the Air Lalita sandals from Cole Haan. These sandals are nude with just a touch of shimmer, making them ideal for those who want a reserved shoe with a little bit of glamour. The shoes have cage-like straps across the foot and rhinestone down the center. These shoes will look great with a clean, modern dress in a bold color. The 3 ½ inch heel is easy to get around in, but has enough height to make you feel like a princess on prom night.
If you’re craving major glitz, the Rise sandals from A. Marinelli are the perfect prom shoes. These sandals are a mix of nude and rhinestones, making them the right pick for almost any prom dress out there. The sandals have a strap around the ankle and a decadent display of rhinestones across the top of the foot. They’re ornate and ready to party, so show them off with a cocktail-length prom frock. The 3 ½ inch heel, makes them tolerable for those just finding their way in heels and high enough for those who are used to heels to feel comfortable for a night of dancing.
For a more demure shoe, look to the Samantha Knot pumps from Ann Taylor. These are a basic peep toe pump done in a light gold hue. The shade warms up any skin tone and look great with a cocktail dress with a full skirt or a full-length gown with a train detail. The shoes have a knot at the peep toe for a touch of texture and the 3 ½ inch heel allows you to look stylish without sacrificing comfort.
Samantha Cabrera
March 14, 2011 Comments (0)
Are you a fan of making your wardrobe stretch for miles?
Do you look for shoes that make your legs look much, much longer? If the answer to either of these questions is “yes,” then you’ll want to look through these neutral-color shoe tips for fresh advice.
First things first… you’ll need to pick your definition of a neutral shoe. Neutral shoes include black, grey, and white, but what about tan or nude-colored shoes? While they might not technically be neutral-colored, they aren’t so splashy that they’ll disrupt your wardrobe.
Pairing Options
Try these looks with neutral shoes.
Cream shoes with purple: A cream pump in the summer is divine, and it’s much easier to care for than tricky plain white. Cream goes nicely with muted pastels and other creams in the same outfit, and there’s something extra-special about a purple dress with a cream pair of pumps.
Black shoes with turquoise: It could be black shoes with… anything, but black shoes with turquoise are especially powerful. Turquoise needs something to ground it, and it does particularly well with black pumps, a mainstay in many women’s wardrobes and an essential for the working woman.
Light grey shoes and pink: Pink and light grey look like they belong together, and when black is too heavy for a light pink dress, they are a perfect combination. Instead of dragging down a fresh tint, try complementing it with light grey. This would also be a good time to mix up some textures, like choosing a light tweed shoe and a nubby cotton dress.
Brown shoes with deep green: There’s a fun, foresty combination to brown shoes with a deep dress dress that we’re finding we like more and more. Brown shoes in leather can often step in for black leather pumps, but they bring new dimension to colors like emerald green.
White shoes with tan: Tan’s a neutral itself, if you include anything nude-ish, and that means when you’re wearing a nude dress, you can have your pick of the shoe closet. That said, white shoes are a summery way to complement your outfits of choice, and they can add lightness to a heavy-weight tan suit or dress garment easily.
Dark grey shoes and black: Instead of wearing dark grey shoes with a black dress, why not wear a black dress with a dark grey pair of shoes? They do the same job, they’re resistant to grime, and they shake things up a bit.
Do you have a lot of neutral-coloured shoes in your closet, or do you have another preference?
Meieli Swayer
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