Fall is a Great Excuse for New Shoes

 

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There’s a cute pop song by Paolo Nutini called, “New Shoes”. One of the lines in the song goes, “I put some new shoes on and suddenly everything is right.”

That’s a good way to put it. Even if the new shoes are peaking out about one inch from long pants, it’s a fun feeling to put them on for the first time.

Fall is a great time to re-evaluate your shoe collection and freshen it up a bit. I wanted to bring you some shoe inspiration to get your juices flowing, and I wanted to bring it to you from Rack Room. I most often venture in there when I’m at the mall with my husband, which is rare – so rare he asked me where Profits was one day :-\ “They’re not in the mall any more, Grandpa.”

He refuses to park any where but right outside of the Sears tool section. He swears you can get the best parking space there. I think it’s because he has to walk through the tool section. I’m certain he wouldn’t be so adamant if that door lead to ladies underwear. Nevertheless, his stance on parking always leads us right past Rack Room Shoes (as it is right outside of Sears) which gives me the opportunity to browse.

After putting this list together, I’m probably going to find myself parking in the Sears tool section as I now want each and every one of these shoes.

How gorgeous are those pumps? I have found that patterned pumps come in handy more often than black ones, especially if you’re like me and don’t wear a lot of pattern up top. They add color and contract and make simple outfits look pulled together.

I love the detailing of the taupe booties. That leather sliver really livens them up. And speaking of livening up, I bet your instinct is to grab the same old black flats when getting dressed for work, but not try some red ones! It would be like adding red lipstick to your look without staining your coffee cup.

Those low black ankle boots will be a staple in my fall wardrobe this season, as will easy sneakers like those Converse. Both shoes will allow me to look cute even when I’m going more casual.

Go get you a good parking spot and check out all the great options Rack Room has to offer at West Town Mall :)

 

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Treat Yo’ Self Thursday

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In my house, the word “treat” always has to be spelled out as my little pupster can pick up on it from four rooms away. I have to admit, it is a fun word. In fact I’m a big fan of the phrase “treat yourself” because it can justify so many fun things (all within legal limits of course).

High on my list of things I’m going to “treat myself to” when I find it, is a pair of patterned pumps. I’m on the hunt for black and white ones especially, but as I searched to see what the stores in West Town Mall had to offer, I found a whole slew of pretty patterned options.

If you took one look at that graphic up there and already decided these weren’t for you, remember that you can wear them with long pants and in doing do, would have the funnest peak of pattern sticking out. If you have a closet full of classic pieces then a pair of pumps like these would really perk up your style. Read on sista!

1. Ahh if only these were available in more than just size 7 and 7 1/2. They must have been pretty popular at Ann Taylor, and for good reason! Look how gorgeous they are, and think of all the outfits they’d add some major glam too! I’d wear them with skinny jeans, tights, pajamas…the list is endless, really.

2. If you’re going to go for a colored patterned, why not go all out with these Steve Madden Varcityy Pumps at Belk. If all those colors overwhelm you, think of all the outfits this would match. Not only could you pull out one or two colors, but you could also pair this with neutrals…or *gasp, pattern mix with a simple striped skirt!!

3. These Calvin Klein Dolly Leopard Pointed-Toe Pumps from Dillard’s are showcasing such a beautiful leopard pattern. I love that it’s bigger and so rich looking. Of course I’ll always love a great animal print, and on a lower heel like this that would probably be bearable for a full day – gosh that’s going for the win. (Should I mention again that leopard goes with everything? No, you’re tired of hearing that? Ok.)

4. Let’s not forget the great selection (and current sale) awaiting us at Rack Room Shoes. And for a more subdued floral print shoe look no further than these Xappeal pumps. The underlying color is black, which means these puppies will again (notice a pattern here) go with everything. Especially if you have a solid color dress, oh girl, these shoes would really elevate your look.

5. For the most cautious and quietest among us, there are these (aptly named) Hush Puppies from JCP. With a muted pastel print and a much lower heel, these could really give you a great pattern option, without going too crazy.

It’s truly amazing how far a pair of heels like these will go. Get on over to West Town Mall and jazz up your shoe collection for the winter and coming spring!!

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