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August 15, 2011 
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Trends come and go, but there are certain looks that you can always count on to get you through the seasons—year after fashionable year. The trick is to develop your own personal style, and then keep it classic by keeping trendy looks to a minimum.
Preparation and Dedication
You need to be ready to commit to a complete look (including the shoes) that will last season after season, and that you’ll enjoy. Think about your perfect style. Is it comfortable? Versatile? Dramatic? Professional? Consider what you do in your free time as well as what you need for work, and then look for shoes and separates that bridge the gap. After all, not all of us can have three bedrooms filled with clothes and shoes like our favorite celebrities—so we need to choose wisely.
Creating the Look
You can’t create your timeless look based on trends. Consider a classic shoe and clothing style that’s mixed together in a unique way to suit your body type. Wardrobe staples, like the classic sheath LBD, in addition to dark denim boot-cut jeans, a white button-down collared shirt, light cardigan sweaters in a variety of colors to wear during the cool days of fall and the early days of spring, are just the beginning. And for shoes, you can’t go wrong with the Caterina ballet flats from Audrey Brooke. They’re prefect for casual Fridays at the office as well as running all over town on the weekends. And if you need a little more height for your days at the office, we like the Dolly 2 ¾-inch pump from Calvin Klein. It’s simple, elegant, and timeless.
Stay True to the New You
Transitioning to your new look can be rough, whether it’s a complete overhaul or just a quick switch from your usual shoes and accessories. People will quickly adapt to your style, but you’ll have to handle a comment or two in the beginning. Sticking to a look you love and making it timeless is the goal, but if you work in an extremely strict environment that doesn’t look kindly upon fashion changes, you can always simply craft your look for the weekends and date nights. Mold it around your lifestyle, from head to toe.
Mei Sawyer and Dana Robinson
Mei Sawyer is an internationally published fashion journalist
Dana Robinson is the Editorial Manager of myShoes.com
April 2, 2011 Comments (0)
Bold colors can make many statements, but nothing says, “I’ve arrived” quite like a fabulous shade of red. Red shoes work for the office or for the weekend, as long as you know how to wear them. Red is a strong color for spring and works with the neutral shades that dominate most wardrobes. You can wear the color with camel, shades of gray, navy, and even denim. Check out our red shoe picks that will spruce up your look for spring:
Casual Chic
Woven leather is a must for that luxe summer outfit. The Audry platform sandal from Rockport works for looking chic, yet casual. They have an open toe, so you might not be able to wear them to the office (except for casual Fridays). Try the Audry platform sandals out as the focal point of your look. A simple wrap dress or a button-up shirt and capris create a chic look that can go from casual Friday to cocktail hour. Audry sandals are also great for traveling. You can wear them in the day with capris and switch to a dramatic maxi dress for evening. Read more »
December 21, 2010 Comments (0)
Shoes on sale? Sign us up. We here at myShoes.com are all about the discounts, but some buys are better than others. For the best shoes to get on sale, read on!
Trimmed Slippers
Slippers are a necessity for anyone who lives in a cold climate. Since these slippers are a must-buy for most of us, buying them on sale is very clever. Any shoe necessity—whether it’s a slipper or a flip flop—should be purchased for as low as you can go, and that means strictly clearance buys.
Worth-It Labels: Ugg, Tory Burch
Work Heels
You can’t have enough career-minded shoes that are comfortable and high-quality, and with professional footwear, it always helps to have expensive-looking accessories instead. Heels with a mid height and classic detailing comfort are essential for work, and finding them on sale saves you trouble in the long run. Read more »
August 19, 2010 Comments (0)
In this economy, it’s important to stay stylish at an interview. If you’re interested in picking up a job, then pick up these shoes first!
Plain Slingbacks
These shoes won’t just be perfect for an interview: they’ll serve you well in the office after you get your job. Slingbacks are famous for slipping off the back of heels, but you can stop this by buying slingbacks with a back strap made entirely from leather-covered elastic, or you can find a slingback with a tiny clasp instead. Read more »
June 19, 2010 Comments (0)
For fall and winter 2010, kitten heels are making a comeback. It’s a good thing too, since many orthopedic doctors say these are the best shoes for your feet. Kitten heels provide subtle lift, which is often easier on the feet than the super thin sole of flat shoes. Of course, high heels that tower at 4 inches or higher will still be around, but kitten heels fit with the ladylike and sophisticated feel for fall.
Kitten heels are great for the office. The world of fashion is also revisiting pointed toe shoes, so choosing a pair with a kitten heel will bring all of your office outfits into the current season with little effort. Black and brown are great options, but think outside of the box with shades like navy, burgundy and olive. These hues are just as versatile and add a fashion-forward spin to your look in a way basic neutrals can’t.
May 29, 2010 Comments (0)
If you’re fashionably inclined, you probably hate working in a restrictive environment, fashion-wise. It’s not easy looking great when you’re wearing at all-black, week after week, but you know what? There are plenty of ways to sneak in summer trends no matter how “corporate” you have to dress.
Woven Leather Shoes: Monochrome shoes are excellent, but they can also be really boring. If you need a pair of woven leather shoes, you can even find a perfect pair for the office with a simple sling-back strap that keeps your shoes on tight when you’re dashing around desperately. Huarache-inspired, tightly woven, and knotted leather shoe uppers are excellent for the office.
Wedges: Wedge and platform heels can definitely look great when you pick out the right style. If you’re feeling extra daring, you can wear ultra skinny wedge heels, and then sleek trousers with a great silhouette. Another option is finding a pair of simple heels with a hidden platform to give you lots of height.
Contrast Heels: Espadrilles and shoes with natural elements are hot, but they don’t look great when you don’t pick out the right pair—and they really don’t have any place in the office. Instead of pushing it, look for contrasting heels like ones with leather-covered cork or a dark stacked wood, which is an excellent look. Read more »
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