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Studded Ballet Slippers, Get Some - Tip of the Day!

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ballet slippersIf you have ever taken a ballet class, you know how uber comfy a pair of ballet slippers are. And even if you've never danced a day in your life, we're sure you've gotten the gist from a cozy pair of flat shoes.

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Introducing, Vans' new Mikalah Style Shoe

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vansShoes, we love them. Especially those that resemble something of flat. They're practical, comfortable, and more importantly, surprisingly stylish if you are fortunate enough to stumble upon the right pair. Our latest find? Vans' Mikalah shoe.

Resembling an urban moccasin, the adorable flats come in black, brown, magenta, and blue suede with beads attached the laces, which are tied into a nice little bow on the tongue of the shoe.

Even cooler, the Vans retail for only $45 at vans.com/girls. In short, if you're on the prowl for a pair of functional moccasin shoes that are light on your wallet, look no further than Vans' Mikalah!

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Stuart Weitzman defends flat shoes because 'cool' is as exciting as 'sexy'

Filed under: Accessories, Shoes


While reading the inflght magazine on a Delta flight recently we were pleasantly surprised by this response from iconic stiletto designer Stuart Weitzman to the question "but will flats ever be sexy?":
No, they're not supposed to be sexy . . . but you don't always have to be the sexiest you can be. I think if a woman tries to do that all the time, you start to not notice it anymore. Flat shoes are not sexy, but they're cool, and it's just as exciting to be cool as it is to be sexy.
It's sage style advice that's not limited to shoes, and we just love him for it. It's wonderful when a designer doesn't have his head permanently in the fantastical clouds created by the world of fashion. He also admits that runway shows and the press (ahem) exaggerate the popularity of heels - it turns out that flats outsell heels 5-to-1. We're not surprised by this at all - a cursory glance at our closet proves it.

Do you agree with Stuart Weitzman - are flats cool?

Why Aren't You Wearing This? Women's Patent Ballet Flats

Filed under: Accessories, Shoes, Must Haves

Maybe it's your first Christmas party of the year, and your feet just aren't used to your fancy new shoes. Or, maybe you've been dancing up a storm at party after party, and your hooves are howling -- trust us, we get it. And that's why we always try to have a pair of cute but comfy shoes on hand, in case our killer heels are killing us.

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Söfft Boots Don't Hurt Your Feet

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Whether you're a constant urban pedestrian or just sprinting across the parking lot to your car, every woman deserves a pair of go-to comfortable boots. Fortunately, Söfft has a terrific selection of quality boots in classic styles. And they don't hurt your feet!

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Ballet Flats, Clearly Labeled, by Slow and Steady Wins the Race.

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For those of us who have trouble locating our shoes, New York designers Slow and Steady Wins the Race can help. Their canvas ballet flats are clearly labeled, so there's no more confusing your stilettos or wedges with these heel-free wardrobe staples.

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Flatter Your Figure - What about shoes?

Filed under: Shoes, Flatter Your Figure

You can wear the most gorgeous dress, or put together the most flattering jeans and top, but so many people make a mistake when it comes to the last accessory they put on -- their shoes. You might not realize it, but the wrong shoes can take you from looking long and lean to appearing short and stumpy.

Of course, if you start off with the right pants, that's a great start, as is wearing the right style for your shape. And once you've done that, we've got the right shoes for you! Check out the gallery to see how you can look stylishly slim while still (hopefully) being able to walk.

Why aren't you wearing this? Color-Block Croc-Print Flats

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Two trends that we can expect to continue through the fall season are color-blocking and animal prints. And, as you are probably well-aware, purple is the color this autumn, although there's something even more popular -- saving money in this uncertain economy.

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Christina Hendricks' foot at the Emmys - StyleFoul!

Filed under: Celebrity Fashion Mistakes, Red Carpet Trends



We love Christina Hendricks, in all of her sexy babiliciousness and glory. Watching her strut across the offices of Sterling Cooper makes us want to rush out for some hardcore vintage shopping and a box of red hair dye.



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Let your feet get the fever for the mini-wedge

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Sometimes you crave the ease of a flat, but you still want a little lift for your behind. That's when the miracle of the mini-wedge becomes evident.

It's like a mullet for your feet, (only, you know, attractive): all business up front, and a party in the back.

The 1" heel is comfortable enough to wear all day at the office or while hoofing around town for a night out with the girls. And while even a dressy flat feels casual, the slight angle on the mini-wedge gives your feet a little flair.

Designers are finally catching on to the magic this season, giving us mini-wedges in a rainbow of colors and styles, from open toe covered wedges to patent leather animal prints with stacked wood heels. It only takes a little looking on Piper Lime to find a mini-wedge for any and every outfit!

In the gallery, cute mini-wedge options that range from round toe purple suede to yellow huaraches sandals.

Shoes of the day - Mary Jane 38NY-85 by All Black

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Where have these adorable flats been all our lives? The wild cacophony of fall colors, the textured canvas and mary jane cum belt buckle strap have us coming up with entire outfits based on these shoes. They'd look perfect with a knee length skirt or with our orange fall jacket. Sure, they're supposed to be Spring shoes, but all that means is that we can now buy them at a 55% discount. That is something we REALLY love.

$49.95 at Solestruck.com

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Shoes of the day - Magenta Origami Ballet Flats

Filed under: Shoes, Must Haves

Plasticland magenta ballet flatsWe love these adorable vegan-friendly ballet flats. They've got an Asian-inspired origami twist on the classic ballet flat, and they're available in three gorgeous color choices: this magical magenta, an eye-catching mustard and classic black. We can't decide which we like best! At only $28, we're tempted to snag all three.

$28 at Plasticland

Why aren't you wearing this? American Eagle Cherish Mary Jane Flat

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While we get as excited as the next girl about a gorgeous $400 shoe, our budget doesn't exactly allow us to indulge in those items too often. Or, you know, maybe ever.

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Shoes of the day - Petit Prince flats by Melissa

Filed under: Accessories, Clothing, Shoes, Must Haves



All grown-ups were children first. (But few remember it). - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

We all need reminding every now and then, don't we? These cute, cute flats from Melissa will remind you not to take yourself too seriously and are also good for the earth (you may remember that the Little Prince took very good care of his planet!)

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Shoes of the day - Studio Pollini ruffle peep toe

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The cobalt blue color of these Italian patent leather flats pretty much make them preppy perfection, but the ruffle ribbon and buckle detail is what sold us - it risks being too "girly" (though we're still not convinced there is such a thing) but instead manages to work in a very modern way. We also like that the formality of the shoe is downplayed by the peep-toe styling. All in all it's a fun shoe that lets play out your country club fantasies - assuming that's your thing!

$295 at Piperlime.com

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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