Spring Preview!!

Well, spring is just around the corner, and we've already had a flood of requests for a sneak peek at what's coming. So, here are some of our favorite spring styles --

Intro: This one is sure to get attention ... platform, open side, and a fun patterned wedge to boot, er ... wedge. Also available in white.Nearly: You can't beat a comfortable flip flop. This year's winner comes to us from Soda.

Amar: This multi-colored sandal is great for jeans, skirts, shorts, capris ... casual or dressy. It's 2-inch heel is a great height and makes it an "all-day shoe." Also available in yellow-orange multi.

Talent: Back by popular demand ... this spring wedge will continue to have everyone talking. And if you wore yours out last year, come get a new pair. Also available in brown and orange.

Cold-9: Not everything has to be open toe. Have a toe aversion? This wedge is for you.

Abox: Can't get enough animal print? Try it in pink. It's a great way to get the print, and wear it with your favorite spring look

Michelle-3: A great platform wedge is a must have! This one has a classic shape with a twist and looks great on everyone.

Spring boots: Watch for a fun, fashionable trend ... spring boots. These boots will look great and keep your warm and dry on those drizzly days.

There's more to come ... comfortable and colorful flats, more spring sandals, wedges, peep toes, pumps, sneakers, even more spring boots. Watch for our spring line in March and April.

Shop Online!!

Our online sales are up and running on our sister site, My Shoe Shoppe.

We've got a great selection and the option to search by size, as well as a Wish List and two checkout options -- regular checkout or Express through Paypal -- and our shipping is $2.99 per order!!

The best part is you can do it from home, in your pajamas if you want. (I'm still in mine, but don't tell anyone that!)

A case of the wumps?

Do you prefer pumps or wedges? Can't decide? Now you can have both! These chunky heels are a hybrid of a pump and a wedge - AKA “wumps," from Missoni, as seen on shoeblog.com.

Tailored with croc print, open toe, ankle strap and some bling these shoes are nothing if not creative. Another idea for the avid shoe collector!

Ankle Boots: What works and what doesn't

We have been seeing lots of ankle boots this year, we'll even be selling some of them this winter. They range from flats to heels, chunky or stiletto, snug or slouchy. Some end below the ankle, some above the ankle or all in between. They can be cuffed, bowed, buckled or even fringed as an accent.

But the biggest issue is not what they look like or the kind of heel they have, but rather how to wear them at all. Does anything look good with them?! Let's face it, ankle boots don't flatter most women, especially those that aren't skyscraper tall and pencil thin. But, there ARE ways to wear an ankle boot without looking really wide or super short:

Ankle boots with skirts - Go for the extreme: Keep the skirts long or above the knee, like these sugar boots (below). For a more fashion forward look, wear opaque tights the same color as the boot to give the illusion of long legs.
Ankle boots with pants - A fantastic option with ankle boots, you get the look of a full-height boot without the bulk. But you'll want to avoid tucking, it doesn't really work, and it isn't very flattering.
Have great legs, but lack height? Wear ankle boots with heels, fun details or cuffed ankle boots. They'll keep your legs looking great, without adding width, like this pic of Rhianna from instyle.com.
Have the height but don't love your legs? Steer clear of embellished and cuffed ankle boots, they will only make you hate your legs even more. Try ankle boots with jeans or a tunic with footless tights.

Have the height AND good legs? We all hate you. OK, no we don't, but you are lucky! Just about anything goes. Flaunt what ya got and have fun with ankle boots.

Do you feel doomed? If you're like me, you are short and need help elongating your legs. We get to wear boots with a pointed toe (see example below), creating the illusion of length. Go for ankle boots paired with a great jean or a an A line with some volume.

Trend Alert: Return of the Chunky Heel

The chunky heel is back, and we can't be more excited. Fashionising.com featured some of the more extreme examples (above), but we like ours better. :) Our chunky heels, like those on the Moda (left) and Presley are more streamlined. They are hot shoes and going fast.

Trend alert: Rain boots

Fashionable rain boots?! Yep thats right- the rubber rain boot meets the stylish designers. The one you wore as a child is trendy once again. Although, now they are making a comeback with a lot more styles to chose from -- animal print to retro and still your basic yellow to bright fuchsia.

The rain boot is being sold in all price ranges- the Tokidoki Japanese brand (below) is selling their boots at $120 for womens and $60 for children's. But ... you don't have to pay that price. We are selling fashionable rain boots too, in fun patterns and for a fraction of that price -- $30. Watch for them, they are coming soon!

Here come boots!

Boots, Boots Boots! You're going to see all styles this season: Comfy – sexy – casual – stiletto – biker – stylish – flat – heeled – buckled – ankle – zipped! Here are a couple "stand out" styles.

Crochet/sweater boot- from the mid-calf to the knee these boots are great! What we love about them- they will fit any size leg and they come in so many styles and colors. Excellent for a casual look this fall- alternative to leg warmers? Check out these great boots from thefashionablehousewife.com
Biker Boot- Popular this year, you'll be able to identify them by the buckle and low heel, like these from makeupbag.com. Great for canyon riding if you have a bike or a casual evening on the town.
Fringe - It's back! These are sure to make a statement in wardrobe this year. Granted they are Gucci, from style.com, but fringe will definitely get you noticed.
RED (wow)- We were sure excited to snatch us up some red boots (so watch for those next month)! Hot Hot Hot! These great boots from fabsugar.com are are one many you'll see this year.