Most people think that when they have a special event coming up that they need a new outfit, and then look for shoes. That is not always the case with me. When you like shoes like I do, you look for shoes and then then something to go with them. Another great idea is to buy a simple plain colored dress, and then add the accessories such as this “Coast” printed peep-toe slingback by Bettye Muller (A SimplySoles Exclusive). Add some cool jewelry, and you have a great look.

P.S. Today is the last day to enter to win free clear shoe boxes by Shoe Stor!  You can’t win if you don’t enter!

BLACK EAST SIDE Peeptoe WEDGE Heels sz 6.5 US $4.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 20:47:06 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

DEXTER BLACK BLAKE PEEPTOE PUMP SHOES W/ MEDALLION 10 US $24.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 20:57:47 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

I do not own a pair of clear shoes.

I always thought they would end up sticking to my feet and not be comfortable. 

But these Ralie Vinyl Slings from Annie (available from Shoetrader.com, $29.99) are clearly cute.

Plus the site’s trademarked slogan is “Comfort is Always in Style”, hence they should be.

Leaf appliques with metallic stud detail give this vinyl sling its provocative flair. Made with an elasticized buckle, slightly cushioned insole, dress sole.

Buy Yours Now!

PLEASER CLEAR CORK WEDGE PLATFORM HEELS SHOES sz 9 US $37.79 Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:07:47 PDT Buy this Item   | Watch this Item

PLEASER SILVER CLEAR ANKLE STRAP STILETTO HEELS SHOE 9 US $25.19 Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:07:52 PDT Buy this Item   | Watch this Item

Last week, we went out of town and met with my son’s oncologist and found out that he is in complete remission. Yeah!

He needed to get back to class so we could not go out for a celebration dinner, so instead we went shopping!

I treated myself to these City Style Slingback Wedges from New York and Co (my favorite store). They came in several colors, but I went outside of box and chose the Aegean Print.

The best part was, they were only $24.95 plus the store was offering ”Buy One Get One 50% off - Mix & Match”!

Available from NyAndCompany.com, too!

A friend and I were out shopping last week, and she was immediately drawn to these Rampage Barcelona slingback wedge open toe sandals in plaid pink madras.  She said how much she loved them, and just as I said, “What will you wear them with?”, she said at the exact same time, “These will go with everything!”  Obviously we have different matters of opinion.  She wears a lot of pinks and greens, so they will match her attire nicely.  I don’t think I’ll be borrowing them. Available from Piperlime.com ($55).

NIB Blossom "Argos" Slingback Shoes, Sandals, Pink, 7 US $9.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 20:55:26 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

1691_NIGHT LIFE WOMANS WHITE 3"HEEL SLINGBACK SHOES 8N US $0.01 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:37:53 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

The new spring shoes from Chinese Laundry are starting to arrive, so if you want the newest spring styles, look no further!  Shown above are the Alesha Leather T-Strap in Black ($85), the Burnette platform in Black ($69), and the Collete peep-toe in Red ($69) respectively.

Chinese Laundry Flats US $0.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:02:31 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

CHINESE LAUNDRY "CUTE" TWO COLORS MSRP $ 35.00 * NEW * US $7.77 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:10:42 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

In the 9/3 issue of OK! Magazine, Zappos had a advertisement for these eye-catching Tribeca Worth The Wait sling-backs ($62.95). Cute, eh?

Get the gossip on all your favorite footwear at Zappos.com. Helpful customer reviews are just one feature of the hottest shoe store on the Web. Browse millions of shoes. Zappos offers free shipping and return shipping, and has a reputation for stellar customer service.

That’s enough to get me there. Go visit Zappos.com now!

NEW TRIBECA BY KENNETH COLE BUTTERNUT T-STRAP SHOES 9.5 US $19.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Jul-24-2008 21:07:24 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

Tribeca Kenneth Cole espadrille shoes Take A Break 8.5 US $6.50 (2 Bids) Auction Ends: Friday Jul-25-2008 21:01:46 PDT Bid on this Item   | Watch this Item

Have you ever bought a pair of shoes and then they were too tall to walk in? I have and it’s almost embarrassing. This fun pattern would be great for summer, but the 4″ wedge from Bandolino would be a good example of something I would wobble in.

Bandolino Garda peep toe sling-back espadrille is available from Zappos.com with Free Shipping!

It seems the last few days of news has been filled with the upcoming release of the iPhone and Paris’ release from jail. I now know more about both of those than I do about the war in Iraq. 

At least with Paris Hilton out of jail, we can now get back to gossiping about her fashion style. Cuz I’m sure none of us want to wear orange jumpsuits anytime soon.  Head on over to Steal The Style to read about Paris’ Stuart Weitzman Exsling ultra sexy platform sling-backs. Available in combination crepe and patent heel or patent and wood heel. Peep Toe. Leather Lining. Brushed Leather Sole. Made in Spain. 4 1/2″ heel. 

Available from Zappos.com with Free Overnight Shipping!