REEBOK EASYTONE $119

The average retail price is $119, but you can find them on Zappos.com for around $99. I’m tempted to purchase when I saw this ad. That’s definitely the booty I’m striving for! They’re quite expensive for fitness shoes, but much cheaper than a gym membership and a $90 an hour trainer. Reebok claims their soles incorporate stability ball technology that encourages instability to force your leg muscles to adapt and tone. My sister-in-law just found a pair in town after searching 6 stores today! Waiting to hear if she’s sore tomorrow! haha!

FITFLOPS “WALKSTAR” $49.95

FitFlops on victoriasecret.com

The FitFlop definitely is focusing on functionality and leaving fabulosity in the dust! Not the prettiest things for your feet, but more affordable and practical during a hot AZ summer. The colorful pairs, such as the above, are much cuter than the brown or black ones.  Great sale on VictoriaSecret.com right now for $35. Make sure you keep your toes pretty and polished – your feet need all the help they can get while wearing these clods! www.fitflops.com

MBT SHOES – THE ANTI-SHOE! $244.95

Nordstroms.com

Completely ugly, super expensive and reviewers claim they are totally worth it! My last choice in firming footwear based on their looks alone, but wearers claim they work magic to strengthen even your ankles and improve balance by simulating walking through sand barefoot. Check them out at nordstroms.com.

I just started my New Year’s workout regime and thinking about incorporating a pair of the EasyTone’s in February. By next month, I’ll start freaking out about the impending bikini season and be willing to spend the $100 bucks. And though none of them are super attractive, hopefully you’ll be staring at my fantastic tush and not my ugly shoes!

Available at the Biltmore Stuart Weitzman store. Love the “Jungle Cat” collection.

The Colorado – $425
The Lacemeup – $895
The Pipeswoon – $395

Calvin Klein "Waverly" boots $228 at Dillards

Over-the-knee and straight to my heart! My newest obsession in footwear – over-the-knee / thigh-high boots for fall. The Calvin Klein “Waverly” boots seen above will be mine. They may be a little to saucy for work, but certainly appropriate for date night, pushing a stroller, quick trips to the grocery store, latte stops…the norm!!

Over the Knee boots at Saks

I’m so ready for fall. Actually, we’ll have to wait for our Arizona “winter” to wear these without dying of heat stroke!  I must have a pair…

Shoe!! AAHHH!!

At first, I wasn’t happy. I just bought these!! I’ve only worn them a few times and they were perfect for so many casual outfits.  But then something struck me! These are Steve Madden shoes!! Could I really blame my four-legged friend for mistaking these for a chew toy?

I have argued recently that Steve’s shoes are the most UNCOMFORTABLE shoes I’ve ever worn. No matter the style, height or material, I always regret my purchase. In fact, Beth Church, of Beth Church Jewelry, and I were just talking about how much we hate his shoes last week!

So it makes me wonder, who tests the final product? Not Steve, I’m sure. He wouldn’t dare!  Are shoe manufacturers using REAL women or just simulating the wear and tear in a lab somewhere with machines. Machines that don’t complain, don’t pick up 30 pound kids all day, don’t walk thru the grocery store after a long day at work, aren’t balancing a 10 pound purse, don’t retain water and swell!!! I may have to investigate this further. If there is such a thing, I would like to speak with a supposed “shoe tester” and find out what exactly makes the grade?!

It’s a bittersweet goodbye to these sandals.  Thankfully, the pillage was isolated to these Steve Maddens that hurt my feet. For now, time to buy my doggie a bone and the new pair I’ve been eyeing at Nordstrom’s!

Available in Red Dot, Navy Dot, Black Dot and Dark Brown Dot. Click Shop 6pm for these adorable shoes!

I love “shoeblog.com”.  It’s all about shoes!! Yeah!! 

Wearing boots is almost a fashion novelty during an AZ “winter”. So if you didn’t get enough boot wearing weather, check out the Summer Boot Styles from shoeblog.com by clicking Boots for Summer.

Wow!!  40% off All Women’s Shoes and 50% off All Men’s Shoes at Apricot Lane Tempe Marketplace from now until April 30th!! See the flyer below! Apricot Lane Tempe is the exclusive vendor for the “Shoes 4 The Stars” line from Los Angeles.  Super duper cute, unique shoes handmade in LA for a great price. Check out more about the shoes here at Shoes 4 The Phoenix Stars!!

"Shoes 4 The Stars" at Apricot Lane

2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, #1069, Tempe at the Tempe Marketplace, 480-966-3844

“Shoes 4 Stars” is a fun, funky brand of shoes sold exclusively at Apricot Lane Boutique in Tempe!

"Shoes 4 Stars" at Apricot Lane

The boutique brand includes heels, wedges and boots handmade in Los Angeles and are a favorite of “America’s Next Top Model” and celebrities like Paris Hilton. There’s even a style named “Paris” after the fashionable heiress. “Shoes 4 Stars” retail for about $200. If you’ve got a shoe fetish or are looking for something unique, check out this fierce footwear!!

"Shoes 4 Stars" at Apricot Lane

Paris Hilton in "Shoes 4 Stars"

America's Next Top Model for "Shoes 4 Stars"