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The bootie is the "it" shoe for the season - and we have to admit that while we're not 100% sold on the look, we have seen a few ladies pulling it off very well. We think it may be time to experiment, and these booties by Singerson Morrison for Target are just the shoes we've been looking for.

We believe that a pair of simple black leather peep-toe pumps like these from Enzo Angiolini should be a wardrobe staple akin to a black pencil skirt or a pair of jeans. Why? Because it's a classic style that goes with everything (although it's definitely not appropriate in some offices, but there is life outside of work - remember?) and allows you to show off your pedicure; so one day you're accessorizing them with demurely "nude" toenails and the other you're vamping it up in red.

When choosing a "go-to" pair of peep toes look for a heel height that you're comfortable walking in, and be sure that the toe opening fits your foot comfortably. Walking a few blocks in a pair of ill-fitting peep-toes is ugly as well as excruciatingly painful; no one wants to see your purplish toes sticking out of your shoes. Beauty doesn't always have to mean pain, you know.

Maylie by Enzo Angiolini. $88 at ShoeBuy

Who says looking polished equals being uncomfortable?

This sweater dress is about as easy as it gets - just slip it on and go. It's a great piece for early fall, because you can start out wearing without tights (picture after the jump) and then pile on the leggings and accessories as the weather cools. We love it cinched at the waist with a belt because it helps the dress show off your shape.

As an added bonus this dress is a silk/viscose/cotton blend that's machine washable. See? We told you it was easy!

$98 at Banana Republic