Fugly or not?

I need waterproof, warm winter boots. They need to be tall, after last years snowmageddon I’m not taking any chances. I just can’t bring myself to get uggs, these Sorels look so warm and waterproof, but are they better than uggs?

Am I being blinded by the warmth? Does it really matter?

A Summer Weekend Shoe

A good friend who also happens to be a very busy working mom of three emailed me recently asking for some weekend summer shoe suggestions. She had been wearing flip flop type shoes for weekend wear, but is ready for something a little more grown up. I'm more than happy to help her (and those of you like her) looking for the perfect weekend shoe - which means it needs to work for running after kids at the park, running errands,  bbq's, birthday parties, etc. Basically it has to look nice and be really comfortable. I say no to the wedge flip flop for several reasons; first, flip flops are pretty much beach and shower shoes as far as I'm concerned. At least for adults. Second, they are not great for the foot - no support for the arches, bad for the ankles, and add a wedge and you are asking for a disaster. I've broken my ankle enough times (how many times is enough you might be asking, once is probably enough but I've broken my ankle 3 times!) to know those are not the kind of shoes I want to be wearing to run around after kids. And third, we want attractive shoes people!

So here goes -
1) the Ecco Bouillon Peep Toe flat

It's cute, and a little edgy with a tiny wedge in the back to give a little extra height, and Ecco shoes are usually quite comfortable. They come in Black, the cool blue shown above, and a really nice neutral taupe.

2)Cole Haan Bria Sling back -

Cole Haan's now incorporate nike air technology into alot of their shoes, my go-to casual shoe is a closed toe flat with a similar sole to this one. It's great. I like the silver - I love a metallic shoe for everyday casual wear, but if you aren't ready for that, they come in black as well.

3) Via Spiga Moon Peep Toe flat -

This one incorporates several trends, the "flatform," and the cork sole, without being ridiculously high and unwearable. These are really cute and would be great for everyday use.


4) Clarks Shutter Shade Espadrille

Perfect if you want some extra height from your casual shoe, and in addition to being cute are supposed to be very comfy.

5) Clarks Fiddle Scroll Sandal -

Again, great for the height and comfort while also looking cute.

6) Aerosoles Plush Around Wedge -

Love this one for a comfortable way to pull off the 70's trend.

Ok, 7 options seem like a good start. Both sites I pulled these from offer free shipping and free returns, so you can order several styles and sizes at once without feeling guilty! Also, all of these would look great with walking shorts, capris, pants or skirts, so you don't have to worry about putting together outfits.

Cyber Monday Deals For You AND the Kids!

I am not into getting up early and facing crowds for black Friday shopping, particularly this year with my late pregnancy back pain(argh!). So I love this relatively new cyber Monday sale phenomenon - we can take advantage of these amazing sales from the comfort of our home or office computers!

If you are looking for clothes for yourself or your little one, Boden is a great site to visit. Mini Boden clothes are adorable!
Boden Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale - 30% off Plus Free Shipping through Cyber Monday!

Looking for shoes for your little ones? Endless has tons of options both you and your little guy or fashionista will love -
Cyber Monday Sale: Save $30 off orders of $100 or more, $60 off $200, or $100 off $300 at endless.com

If you are looking for maternity clothes, there are deals at Motherhood -
Free Shipping on purchases over $75 at Motherhood Maternity November 29 ONLY! Use code: THANKS.

and at Pea in the Pod -
Free Shipping on purchases over $150 A Pea in the Pod November 29 ONLY! Use code: THANKS2.

And Isabella Oliver, my favorite maternity brand, is offering 20% off everything through midnight -
Celebrate Thanksgiving with 20% off Maternity Clothes. Enter THANKS20 at checkout before midnight 30 November 2010.

Babies R' Us also has Cyber Monday deals -
Cyber Monday Savings! Save up to 70% on clearance items at Babiesrus.com. Offer good 11.29.10 only.

And perhaps you need some new lingerie...
CyberMonday Sale At BareNecessities.com $10 Off $75! Exclusions Apply. Ends 11.30.10




For even more deals, check out my other blog, Shopping Made Simple.

Happy Shopping!

The New Loafer

Flipping through last month's Bazaar I saw a little blurb about loafers. All of a sudden I thought back to those Bass shoes I wore in Middle school, they look just like the loafers that were in the magazine that are $400. Turns out, the Bass loafers are still the same, and around $50. That sounds great for a comfortable shoe that also passes for fashion.

It comes in several colors -

Then there is a more modern slimmer cut of the loafer and in patent leather no less -

My feet are going to happy this Fall!

Cute AND Comfortable shoes

I am desperate for some new comfortable cute shoes. I always walk alot, but let's face it, I'm now carrying some extra weight AND my feet are swollen (being almost 30 weeks pregnant will do that to a woman) so I decided it was time to look around.I saw these adorable Puma's on Endless, and I really like them.



They come in several colors, these are my picks,

Black goes with pretty much everything, but so does the grey and it's an unexpected shade.