Finding: the Perfect Brown Heel

Fashion Gods,

I know you’re out there listening, so here’s my plea: I need a pair of brown pumps. Maybe I’m asking too much by refusing to fall for animal prints, or not wanting a two inch heel. I know, I’m picky… I’m working on it.

So, here’s the deal: I am willing to forgo buying another purse for the next six months (well… make that four) if I can find a pair of brown pumps that fit all of the following five criteria:

Do Not Want: Brown Pumps

1. Dark brown (while I like nude-colored shoes – and that’s a different post – I’m more interested in getting a nice, dark, rich brown).
2. No Animal Print. I don’t want my feet to look like little alligators, leopards or anything of that nature. I have little human feet. I want to keep it that way.
3. The heels have to be AT LEAST 3 1/2 inches. No exceptions.
4. They’ve got to be under $120. I’d prefer under $100, but I also know that if I find a good sale that’s a little bit over, I’m flexible… hence the $120.
5.  Furry shoes need not apply. Just like animal prints… I refuse to wear hooves. Just sayin’.

So, do you think you can help me out? I’m feeling pretty desperate here… my feet are in your hands, Fashion Gods!

Love,
Jaime

To see more of Jaime’s work, check out DenimDebutante.com.

Hanukkah Giveaway – Stylish Holiday Shoes from SuperShoes.com Online Shoe Store

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Thank you to everyone who entered and a huge thanks to our friends at SuperShoes.com for sponsoring another fabulous giveaway on The Fashionable Housewife!


We’ve partnered with SuperShoes.com for Day 4 of our Hanukkah Giveaways!

The winner will get to select ONE of these five pairs of gorgeous Holiday shoes from SuperShoes.com in their size and color choice! (Depending on availability of course!)

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Top Five Must-Have Shoes for The Holidays:

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Jessica Simpson Shoes Collection at Shoebuy.com

Jessica Simpson Collection

Jessica Simpson’s shoe collection is at Shoebuy.com and there are so many adorable styles to choose from!!

Cute Flats


Jessica Simpson Leve (Women's) - Berries Combo Degrade Fabric Jessica Simpson Leve (Women's) - Black/Green/Silver Overlay Camo Jessica Simpson Esis (Women's) - Black Patent

L to R: Leve Berries Combo Flats – $58, Leve Camo Flats – $58, Esis Black Patent – $67

Sexy Heels

Jessica Simpson Brenda 3 (Women's) - Tan/Black Zebra Fabric Jessica Simpson Brenda 2 (Women's) - Black/Ice Spark Fabric Jessica Simpson Brenda 2 (Women's) - Dark Brown Anaconda Patent

L to R: Brenda Zebra Heels – $69, Brenda Spark Heels – $69, Brenda Anaconda Patent – $69

Stylish Booties

Jessica Simpson Roha (Women's) - Shell Shiny Brush Off Jessica Simpson Rachella (Women's) - Carbon Iridescent Patent Jessica Simpson Lefigo (Women's) - Shell/Shiny Brush Off

L to R: Roha Shell Shiny Booties – $110, Rachella Carbon Patent Booties – $110, Lefigo Brown Booties – $117

Free shipping and free returns on ShoeBuy.com always! Plus you can get 10% off any purchase! Just click here and enter coupon code SHOEBUY at checkout.

Summer Shoe Trends: Studs On Shoes!

Juicy Couture - Kipper (Clementine Orange Soft Vacchetta/Gold Studs) - FootwearIt was probably Rihanna’s Balmain Sandals that started this trend… Studs on shoes are a simple way to spice up any Summer outfit. It’s biker-chic without being too rough. Studded Platforms and Heels look great with Boyfriend Jeans and a simple tee.

Here are a few fabulous studded shoes I’ve had my eyes on…

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studded criss cross strap wedge – $22.00



Aerosoles Athens (Women's) - Black Leather

Aerosoles Athens – $$69.95




Dr. Scholl’s Kitten – $69.95



Diba Patricia Renee 10205 (Women's) - Camel Burnished/Leather

Diba Patricia Renee – $68.95



BRIGGHT BLACK MULTI

Steve Madden BRIGGHT – $129.95



Diba Key Gan 10402 (Women's) - Bronze Leather

Diba Key Gan – $48.95

Summer 2009 Women’s Shoe Trends

It’s all about the details this Spring. Doesn’t matter whether your wearing stilettos or flats, it’s all about glam and glitz on the shoes. Boring shoes have never been more out of style!

Look for any shoes with interesting details like beads, coins, fringe or something totally unique like hibiscus flowers! Other big trends to keep in mind are shoes with unique or sculptured heels. We are also going to see a lot of shoes with ties, laces, and straps as well as the good ol’ Gladiators!

Here’s a quick rundown on all the shoe trends for Summer 2009…

Details
The biggest trend in shoes for Spring 2009 is details. Anything that stands out and makes the shoes stand out from the crowd. Whether it’s ruffles, fringe, and straps, or buckles, jewels, coins and beads, you want the most unique shoe you can find. Think of Summerg 2009 shoes being a work of art… Even small details like studs, spikes, chains, etc are very much in style. If it’s new and different, you’re good to go.

rsvp - Noreen (Cushioned by Foot Petals) (Linen) - Footwear
Steve Madden - Quantumm (Bronze Metallic) - Footwear
Born - Hibiscus (Yellow Vegtan Leather) - Footwear



Platforms
No, we’re not kidding. Platform shoes are one of the biggest trends we’ll see for Summer 2009. Celebs like Heidi Klum and Eva Longoria were already photographed wearing platforms this month. Don’t be shy… We know these shoes make a bold statement, but they are actually quite comfy, if you get the right pair.

Pleaser USA - Dolly-50 (Baby Pink) - Footwear
Pleaser USA - Lady-60 (Black/Red) - Footwear
Pleaser USA - Delight-676 (Baby Pink) - Footwear




Peep Toes
A standard Spring wardrobe staple is a dependable pair of peep-toes, but this year, we’ll be seeig them during the warmer months too. We love peep toe shoes because they’re great when you haven’t had time to get a pedicure and your tootsies are less then perfect. If you’re too shy to bare your twinkle toes, grab some peeps. Not the peeps you eat! Peep toe shoes!

Madden Girl - Lowla (Brown Paris) - Footwear
Madden Girl - Lyisa (Black Multi) - Footwear
Clarks - Bluebird (Pink Patent) - Footwear



Sling Backs
I personally can’t wear them, because I don’t have much of a heel to keep them on. However, I love the look of slingbacks. There are a lot of cute ones to choose from this year too. I noticed a lot of slingbacks on the Spring 2009 runway and at the Oscars.

Madden Girl - Nemmo (Wine Patent) - Footwear
Annie - Cathy (Gold Satin) - Footwear
Soft Style - Sabina (Wine Suino Pearl Patent) - Footwear



Gladiators
Still? Yup, this trend isn’t going anywhere. It has finally reached the stage of mass adoption, so you just can’t hide from this trend! The must-have shoe for 2008 is now the must-have shoe for 2009. The gladiator sandal, first made popular by Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex And The City, has now become a wardrobe staple. Doesn’t matter whether their flat or mile high heels, as long as there are tons of straps, you’re good.

Steve Madden - Madalynn (Brown Multi) - Footwear
Matisse - Holland (Natural) - Footwear
Gabriella Rocha - Darline (Gold) - Footwear



Snake Skin (Real or Faux)
Snake skin print is quickly becoming a popular material for shoes this Summer. Again, whether it’s a ballet flat or a spike-heeled stilleto, it’s all about the style and quality. Avoid snakeskin that’s tacky or cheap looking. Don’t got to Payless ShoeSource© for this trend…

Promiscuous - Sultry (Gold Snake Pu) - Footwear
rsvp - Anastasia (Natural Snake Print) - Footwear
Prari - Gardenia (Rose) - Footwear



Ties, Laces & Straps
This is by no means and excuse to wear pointe shoes out in public, but with shoes this Summer, the more laces the better. Ties, laces and straps will keep shoes securely on your feet, so no worries of losing them! Good luck taking them off in a hurry though…

GUESS - Freyja (Dark Brown Leather) - Footwear
Nine West - Sorcerer (Dark Green Leather) - Footwear
Chinese Laundry - Sudoku (Rose) - Footwear



Unique Heels
With all these different artful details on every other style of footwear, you didn’t think we could possibly leave out the heels did you? Look for shoes with cool architectural heels or unique details like a colorful acrylic heel. Wow, now that’s how to make a statement!

Marc by Marc Jacobs - 684918 (Grey Kid) - Footwear
044icon Marc by Marc Jacobs - 693864 (Pink Patent) - Footwear



It’s time to go shoe shopping! Wheeee!

Make This Season’s Hottest Shoes A Little More Bearable

Did you hear that stilettos and platform heels are THE shoe for Spring 2009? Yes, that sound was your poor feet just moaning in anticipation of the pain…

CLICK TO ENLARGEDo your poor little tootsies a favor and get a pair of
Dr. Rosenberg’s Instant Arches®.

These genius little inventions were designed for Dr. Rosenberg’s patients. He wanted something that could fit in their shoes and give them support, comfort and pain relief. Instant Arches®, tried and tested for over twenty years, will fit in almost all types of women’s shoes including stilettos, loafers, high heels, boots, athletic, casuals and sandals.

I put Dr. Rosenberg’s Instant Arches in my Hush Puppies “Adeline” Suede Booties and it made them about 75% more comfortable. Suddenly, I didn’t have the sharp pain from pressure on the ball of my foot. They are a lot more comfortable now! I didn’t realize I need arches in my shoes, but after feeling the difference these made in one pair of shoes, I definitely need to get more for at least 3 other pairs of shoes…

Instant Arches are available in black, gray, and tan and are reasonably priced at $8 per pair. Dr. Rosenberg’s Instant Arches can be purchased in a package of 3 pairs on Shoebuy.com for only $27.45.

The Deal or No Deal models are fans of Instant Arches!

Who’s Dr Rosenberg?
Dr. Steve Rosenberg of Santa Monica, CA has been practicing, lecturing and designing foot products for over twenty-five years. He is also the founder of Foot Products Enterprises, Inc. The company was formed to design innovative foot care products to solve today’s foot care needs. The company is dedicated to helping women find better comfort, support and pain relief when wearing shoes.

10 Red Shoes For Valentine’s Day

I love red shoes, but I never know what to wear them with. I guess Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to wear them!

Here are 10 pairs of red shoes I’d love to wear this Saturday…

Funtasma Dainty 420 (Women's) - Red Satin


Funtasma “Dainty” in Red Satin – $34.95




Women's shoes: Rampage Catalina - Red synthetic patent


Rampage “Catalina” in Red Patent – on sale $29.99




Women's shoes: Jessica Simpson Marsha - Ruby degrade patent


Jessica Simpson “Marsha” in Ruby Degrade Patent – on sale $49.99




Women's shoes: Unisa Lery2 - Raspberry


Unisa “Lery2″ in Raspberry – on sale $29.97




Women's shoes: Sam Edelman Xila - Red


Sam Edelman “Xila” in Red – on sale $59.99




Women's shoes: daniblack Violet - Lipstick red and purple satin


daniblack “Violet” in Lipstick red and purple satin – on sale $79.99




Jessica Simpson Dover (Women's) - Purple Rose Patent


Jessica Simpson “Dover” in Purple Rose Patent – on sale $56.45




Oh Deer! Cupcake (Women's) - Red Combo


Oh Deer! “Cupcake” in Red Combo – $149.95




Luichiny Primal-Red Satin (Women's)


Luichiny “Primal” in Red Satin – $59.95




Funtasma Contessa 50G (Women's) - Red Glitter


Funtasma “Contessa” in Red Glitter – $38.45




What’s your favorite pair? Tell us!