SHOPPING

Spring Shopping: Bright Shoes

Winter is over ladies -- it's time to ditch your cold weather shoes for the bright colors of spring! Here, Reese Witherspoon kicks off the trend with flirty, purple Sergio Rossi platforms paired with skinny jeans at the Penelope premiere. Read on for tips from Piperlime.com's Jennifer Gosselin on how to add some colorful spring to your step.

If you only buy one new shoe this spring, "look for a cute, brightly colored heel," says Piperlime.com's Gosselin.

Nine West, $79, www.ninewest.com

Take advantage of the bright trend this season by experimenting with nontraditional color pairings, like this playful mix of pink and red.

Stuart Weitzman, $280, stuartweitzman.zappos.com

According to Gosselin, shoes with "exotic details like snake skin" are a must for spring.

Sam Edelman, $95, Monkee's of Charlotte 704-442-7337

When it comes to sandals, "look for styles in floral prints or bright, bold colors. Another really hot trend for spring is a thick, strappy heeled sandal," says Gosselin.

Aerosoles, $69, www.aerosoles.com

One of Gosselin's favorite trends for spring is the jeweled flat sandal. "It is versatile and charming and can be dressed up or down."

Candie's for Kohls, $45, www.kohls.com

If you prefer your color in small doses, pair these pinstriped flats with tailored shorts and a short-sleeve button up for the perfect preppy-inspired ensemble.

Lacoste, $139, www.zappos.com


What is this spring's "it" color? "Most definitely yellow," says Gosselin. "We are seeing it on heels, flats, and sandals."

Charles David, $230, www.piperlime.com

Ditch those frumpy sneakers for this sherbet-colored pair and bring the "it" color to your workout!

Asics, $65, www.asics.com


Florals are another big spring trend -- just make sure to pair them with the right pieces. "Keep everything else minimal so the color or print pops in your outfit," advises Gosselin. "Floral shoes look adorable with jeans and a simple white top or a little dress."

BC Footwear, $50, www.bcfootwear.net