Shoes

Shoes are a mainstay in any woman's wardrobe. One of the most frequent pieces of advice given by celebrity stylists is: "Buy moderately priced clothing, but invest in good shoes." Shoes have been elevated from utilitarian accessory to a status symbol that, among women, is like the equivalent of driving a luxury car.

Some of the most sought-after shoe designers include (but are certainly not limited to): Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Chloe, Coach, and Christian Dior. Popular styles for women include high-heeled pumps, wedges, sandals, boots of varying heights, and ballet flats.

Men wear shoes, too, but let's face it: men's shoes are not nearly as fabulous. For men, the options are sneakers, loafers, sandals, and dress shoes. Popular men's shoe designers include Cole Haan, Kenneth Cole, Ed Hardy, and Bruno Magli.

The earliest known shoes date back to around 8000 BCE; however, since most shoes are made of leather, it is likely that shoes existed far earlier. Initially developed out of necessity, shoes became a fashion accessory sometime around the 17th century.

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• Get Your Footwear through Earth Shoes Sale

  
  Naked News — Authority: 172
  If you have tried using Earth shoes before then you probably know how comfortable these shoes are. You probably know the many benefits you would get from wearing them. Were you not ecstatic when they were once again offered to the public? After years of being absent in the market, these healthy shoes are once again ...
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• Colorways for Spring CB2.3s and Zoom Breathe Cage 2k10

  
  Talk Tennis — Authority: 170
  I had a bit of access to some Nike info and can say the following with certainty: The Zoom Breathe Cage 2K10 (my most anticipated new shoe... lighter than the Cage IIs, but seems to be just as ventilated) is to be released in two colorways on Jan 1. An all white, with black swoosh, as well as the gray (on the cage ...
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• Celebrity Kid Footwear - The Mary Jane Edition

  
  Famecrawler — Authority: 160
  Are they shoes or are they socks? Only celebrities know for sure - and anyone else that buys them. What popular mom has the answers? Droolicious has the answer to that one.
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• Reef Men’s Phantoms Sandal,Brown Plaid,8 M US (Apparel) newly tagged shoes

  
  Free Ad Blog — Authority: 144
  Reef Mens Phantoms Sandal,Brown Plaid,8 M US (Apparel)By Reef Buy new : $12.99 Customer Rating: First tagged "shoes" by Khara Onstott "Wilted" Customer tags: sandals , flip flops , shoes , reef Continue reading
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• Kick A$$

  
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• Daphne Guinness and the McQueen Heels

  
  mashKULTURE Juicy — Authority: 132
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• Quiet before the storm

  
  Fashionistadiary.co.uk — Authority: 116
  I should be packing and what am I doing - putting up a blog post!!! Might as well make the most of my last few days before I leave my beloved flat at the end of this week and say goodbye to posting pics taken on this very balcony. How fabulous are these Givenchy heels? SOOOO in love with them, unfortunately they ...
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• Heeeeyyyy!

  
  Cell Phone Offers — Authority: 166
  Author: mssxcslim Keywords: dress shoes birthday nov 15 blackberry 8830 fashion style black boots Added: November 16, 2009
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• Under The Snow…

  
  Fashion Feed of SL — Authority: 172
  View in large here Skin: A Piece Of Candy Patti – 10 (remember the hunt !! 1L$ ) Hair: KuroTsuBaki Heart Jacket: Refuge Claire Pants: Emery Leather Pant – Dora Bag: Sey Mini-Trunk (Freebies) Shoes: RedGrave BOOTS Black-Leather – Sculpties Location Place: ...
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• Christmas Shoes - A Jemi Story [{Oneshot}] Part 2

  
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• New Balance x Concepts Freedom Trail Collection

  
  Acquire — Authority: 645
  New Balance and the Boston-based sneaker shop, Concepts, are paying tribute to one of the citys most iconic landmarks, The Freedom Trail. The collection features two styles: the classic 1500 sneaker and 875 boot. Both feature details inspired by the Freedom Trail such as red trim highlighting the trails read footpath ...
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• Hands-on (and feet-on) with RunKeeper Pro

  
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  -: Software , iPhone , App Review The $9.99 pro version of RunKeeper iTunes link serves as a nice alternative to Nike+ , especially for the interval-training minded runner. Read more here: Hands-on (and feet-on) with RunKeeper Pro
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• Jimmy Choo for H&M Going on eBay for Twice the Price

  
  StyleList Fashion Blog — Authority: 664
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• Paper Nikes

  
  We got more bounce in Columbus. — Authority: 440
  David Brownings, a talented illustrator based in Bristol, has designed a series of creative Nike sneakers made out of paper. Enjoy!
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• CUTE BUY OF THE DAY: STUDDED PEEP TOE PLATFORMS.

  
  Glamour Girl Tips — Authority: 140
  Fierce!! Check out these rocker chic, studded platform heels from Charlotte Russe . These web exclusive heels come with an affordable price tag of $35.  These platforms feature  faux leather, studded detail, a 4" inch heel, and buckled ankle straps.  At the perfect price, these are perfect for the ladies who ...
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• Extreme Snow Mobile

  
  OMGSoySauce.com — Authority: 134
  Click here to view the embedded video. Ken Block is back at it again with another great video.  The worlds fastest cat track operation automobile for backcountry access for snowboarding. The TRAX STI!
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• adidas Outlet Store: 40% Off Total Purchase of $40 or More

  
  Uberi.com — Authority: 464
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• Wyclef x Timbs

  
  Nerdlike.com — Authority: 437
  When you get to the top of your game, not only do you have to keep climbing, you have to give back. Wyclef is doing just that. Known for his humanitarian efforts just as much as the infamous Lauryn Hill affair, Clef is about charity. So it makes since he would team up with Timberland for the Yele Haiti Collection ...
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• Jimmy Choo for H&M NYC Launch Party [November 13]

  
  nitro:licious - fashion, trends, h&m, shopping, sneakers & lifestyle...who's got flava? — Authority: 671
  The newly revamped H&M flagship store at 51st Street and 5th Avenue in NYC was transformed into a party scene for the launch of the highly anticipated Jimmy Choo for H&M collection. This past Friday, November 13th, we were invited to the VIP shopping party to get first dibs on the limited edition ...
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• Nike Air Max LeBron VII (7) – Black / White / Gold Preview

  
  Sneaker Files — Authority: 522
  The Nike Air Max LeBron VII is making a full-out release in an attempt to fulfill every colorway imaginable, perhaps to ensure that the LeBron 7’s are the only basketball shoes on everybody’s feet on and off the court. The Nike Air Max LeBron VII (7) comes in a black/white/gold colorway. The use of gold ...
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