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Those in the know about shoe shopping already love Piperlime. This is a great shoe site, free shipping and free returns. Dozens of brands. Prices to fit most budgets. (No Payless prices here, but hey, the selection is awesome). Well, now they have the Luxury Lounge.

Brands like Bettye Muller, Betsey Johnson and Hollywould are represented with best in show. Tiy might compare it to Nordstrom’s Salon Shoe category. Shoe shopping with Piperlime just get’s better and better. Check them out.

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White shoes used to be a taboo after labor day. They were worn strictly in summer only. But now white is the new black, and white shoes are popping up as the color (or non-color) to wear for not only spring and summer, but for winter as well.

Now, I wear a large size shoe; I am admittedly a big foot girl, so I have avoided white shoes like the plague all my life. It’s kind of like that optical illusion of wearing black — you look slimmer. So most of my shoes are that ever-so-fashionable black. But I’m really rethinking the propostion of white shoes. I’m seeing sooo many that are white hot!

Check out Nine West – always fashionable and always reasonable. They have a white shoe in every category — flats, wedges, platforms, sandals. I like this cute little flat. I just wonder how big my foot will look in them…

Nordstrom always has up-to-the-minute fashionable shoes. I found a few pair of whites that I might actually have the nerve to wear. This absolutely cute wedge by Michael Kors is Vanilla with Navy stripes. I suppose when I’m feeling nautical this might be the appropriate shoe. Not only is it white hot, it’s in patent and a wedge heel. 3 trends in one shoe. If you are the trendinista, this is the shoe for you. And priced right under $100, it’s a no-brainer.
I think this open toe slingback pump by Vince Camuto is perfect for me. With the cut out leather which reminds me of eyelet, it’s not too much of a good thing. And and ideal choice for me with my phobia of my feet looking like giant submarines in white shoes. Mind you, no decent designer would call their shoes “white”. Notice Michael Kors, his are Vanilla. And this one by Caumto is Cream. It too is available at Nordstrom for $119.95.

Now I have to give this one bit of fashion advice. DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT wear black hoisery with white shoes. That is just plain ugly. Remember, your hoisery matches your shoes. Now in the rare case you are an avant garde type of chick, that may work for you, but for the rest of us, stick with the program of basic fashion sense.

So step out of your comfort zone. Try on a pair of white shoes for size.

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While most of us are still trudging through snow, rain, sleet and generally inclement weather, fashion magazines and major stores are deluging us with the new shoe for spring — the wedge. So who has time to be concerned about spring shoes when it’s time for non-skid weather friendly boots? I do! Every self absorbed shoe loving girl has to be on top of her fashion game, and getting prepared for the next season is just one step in process.

Well, it’s not really new, the wedge was one of the trends for fall, and it has endured for spring as well. The espadrille is one form of the wedge that’s especially hot for spring. Now, the espadrille isn’t new, I’ve worn these shoes off and on for years. They were never particularly chic in the US, but I always loved them for their European flavor. Now they are available in every style, texture and color imaginable. Piperlime has a bevy of espadrilles in dots, leather, ankle strap, lace up, patent, fabric and more.

This black and white wedge by Taryn Rose is perfect with the focus being on black and white for spring. $495 at Nordstrom. A more reasonably priced wedge that’s perfect for a “trend” buy for the season is the patent cork wedge from the B.P. Collection at Nordstrom. At only $59.95 it’s the perfect accessory for a spring wardrobe.

One more wedge that is dainty and just soooo cute, is also by one of my favorite shoe designers. Stylish, fashionable and always comfortable, Linea Paolo makes the most adorable shoes that are an affordable outlet for shoe freaks like me. This perfect pink wedge is a must have accessory for spring.

There you have it! Go get a wedgie! With a price point and style for every taste, you and your mom can be stylish trendsetters this spring!

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Admittedly I have a major problem with shoes. I probably need a 12 step prgram to cure my addiction. If I could be Imelda Marcos, believe me I would. Every week I see several pair that I would just LOVE. But these I spotted online at Nordstrom today, are more than a gotta have it pair. I feel the plastic firing up on this pair. Absolutely beautiful and intricately handmade Isabella Fiore platform sandal.
Hand-painted, lace-inspired designs enhance the sole and heel of an ankle-wrap sandal. Approx. heel height: 4 1/2″ with 3/4″ platform.

And this is the perfect platform. Not a skyscraper, but enough to cushion the foot and balance the heel.

Bonus: Nordstrom tell you how to tie the shoes to fit:
Fit: Fit: To achieve a look that wraps up the leg, cross straps around back of ankle and twist; then bring straps around front or side and tie. The twist will prevent straps sliding down.

Lust List updated!

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Piperlime is featuring a bevy of new platform styles for spring. Cute and colorful. Sassy and Sexy. Take your pick.

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Serious shoe sale at Nine West stores and online. Plus take $20 off any purchase over $100.

Plus check out shoes that Golden Globe nominees like Jennifer Hudson and Chandra Wilson, the girls from The Office, Blair Underwood,Bai Ling and other celebs were eyeing.

Then shop!

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The Christmas frenzy is over and it’s time to rack up shoes. January is the month for bargain shoe shopping.

Check out Nordstrom for major cuts on women’s, men’s and kids shoes.

Piperlime has up to 50% off loads of shoes and boots. Just in time for winter chill.

Zappos has hundreds of shoes for everyone in the family on sale. Dress, to sport to casual.

Online Shoes has up to 65% off on their shoes too.

For designer shoes, check out Eluxury. They boast an exclusive collection of Tod’s, Dior, Roberto Cavelli, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Pucci, Juicy Couture and more.

And don’t to forget your local boutiques. City Search and guides like Daily Candy and Julie B are excellent choices for finding shoe boutiques in your locale. This is a good time to score high end fashion in privately owned stores. It’s time to move that old inventory to make way for new spring selections. You would be surprised how you can even do a little negotiating when buying more than one pair. Try it!

And if you see these Jimmy Choo boots on sale anywhere, let me know.

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Now’s the time to get those designer boots you’ve been craving. Just in time for the wicked winter weather descending upon us. Bluefly has all the hot boots at up to 40% off.

I’ve got my eye on two pair in particular. A Cesare Paciotti brown leather with unusual buckle detail lengthwise on the shaft. (I love Italian, all things Italian. Almost all things…) Also a reasonably heeled black leather pointy-toe Prada boot.(Yet more Italian).

Even with the sale, this penny-pinching shoe diva is looking at one pair at best. And it will probably be from Payless. Oh, heck no. Kidding.

Happy Shopping!

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Take 50% off shoes online at Nordstrom. Plus check out new shoes for Spring. Personally, I always use this time of the year to rack up on shoes that I have had my eye on all Fall. Winter is just upon is, so fall and winter shoes are still in fashion!

The wedge heel is still important for spring as it was all year long.

Happy Shopping!

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I went shoe shopping at the new Westfield Mall in San Francisco last night. What an experience! My first near visit to near heaven was in the Jimmy Choo boutique in the new Bloomingdales. There wasn’t an endless array of shoes, but the ones duly represented were just lovely. No purchases made though, I’m on a tight budget and my favorite word related to shoes is SALE. Made my way through the mall and spied many other gorgeous shoes along the way. But being that I’m a big foot girl, I made my way directly to NORDSTROM where I hit the jackpot.

Since I now have teenage daughters (and a 9 year old) whom I have passed the shoe lust trait onto, I had to buy fancy schmantzy* shoes for all of us.
I did quite well. Got my 19 year old glamour girl the cute black patent tortoise platform Jessica Simpson pumps she has been wanting. Got my middle daughter reasonable very hip black leather reasonable heels that work with her conservative skateboard-video gaming personality. For the youngest one, cute black poi de soi Mary Jane’s with a tad bit of a heel. Now you know she is in heaven.

But the pièce de résistance are the leopard print open toe pumps for moi. Oh, are they yummy. Cut out on the side, fit like a glove. High, yet wide enough heel at the shoe base for comfort and stability. If you have read the blog before, you know that this was one of two pair on my list for fall. SCORE! Unfortunately my daughter scored the other pair.

I have hope though. After Christmas sales!
*a term my middle daughter coined for a neighborhood without a 7 Eleven.

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It’s here folks! The Half Yearly Sale at Nordstrom. Since I work 2 Bart (subway) stops from a major Nordstrom in San Francisco, I will be hitting them up today in person. Shoe sales just gets my blood pumping. And since I am online all day, I can pick up a few pair of sale shoes from Nordstrom.com. The sale is storewide, but my thing is shoes, so that’s my first stop. The sale starts at 33% off regular prices, and for those of you who await this sale every six months, know that the prices do drop significantly. The problem is that those gorgeous pumps you are eyeing will probably disappear by the time the sale reaches 50% off. As I have mentioned before, I love this store for shopping because they carry large size shoes.

If you are not selfish, you can also shop shoes for juniors, childrens shoes, baby shoes and shoes for the man in your life. I happen to love thier childrens shoes. All my daughters have been spoiled by wearing italian shoes since they were born. The love of shoes. Sigh.

Where’s my credit card? There’s a sale waiting.

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