Half Way There

Friday eve lovebugs, let's have some fun. A bootie is nothing new for this season, but what about a mid calf bootie. You can style it a million ways with a skirt, with pants over, you name it. I've picked out a few that have personality for days.

Shopbop, Steve Madden Steven Wes Booties, $74

These are amazing. Not quite disco, but certainly not nude. Something dangerously in between.

Lord & Taylor, French Connection Rowdy Suede Ankle Booties, $52

A sleek stiletto with a pointy toe. Can't beat it.

Macy's, Tommy Hilfiger Natalai Ankle Bootie, $139 $34

$100 off? Yeah, I'd buy that.

Macy's, Franco Sarto Pisces Back Tie Booties, $89

A great block heel with clean lines in black.

A mid calf bootie is versatile and great for winter. Play with toe box style and heel to match it to your unique look!

Be fabulous today!

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Be A Tassel Tale

Let's talk booties. Not J Lo booties, but rather shoe booties. The kind of bootie that is going to work all day long (well I suppose that could be either type as well). Anyway, it's time to tassel it up. An extra detail that adds a kick to your shoe game.

American Eagle, Tassel Heeled Bootie, $44

Hello soft and comfy beauty. You are coming home with me.

Modcloth, Sleek Dreams Bootie, $59

The best color bootie because it goes with black, brown, and denim.

Sole Society, Black Tassel Bootie Rumi, $99

Are these expensive? Yes. But think of the compliments. A simple rounded toe is perfectly balanced with a wrapped tassel.

Nordstrom Rack, Charles Jourdan Ferris Fringe Bootie, $99

Originally $175, these pointy toe lovelies are made for a good night out.

A bootie is a great cold weather investment because you will wear them everywhere. Whether they are flat, heeled, tasseled, or tie, grab some that work for your style and you will shine.

Be fabulous today!

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Shake, Shake, Shake

We've looked at a lot of booties on this blog and today is going to be another one of those days. You may think of booties as cold weather shoes, but I love the new cutout options that are perfect for the warming temps! Peep toe, buckles, and cutouts, these booties are ready for dresses, but you don't need the pedicure just yet.

QVC, C. Wonder Suede Peep Toe Bootie, $97

Remember C. Wonder? Yeah, the fabulous Brad Goreski brought it back and it's better than ever. 

Sole Society, Evie, $99

Suede perfection. Also comes in fennel or navy.

Modcloth, Adventure Essentials Bootie, $49

Crisscross buckles in a stacked heel. So comfortable, so stylish.

Steve Madden, Hilltop, $99

Slip on bootie is taken to a new level with these beauties.

Don't put away your booties for spring, pair them with a sundress or bf jeans. Or try out any of these cutout booties on for size.

Be fabulous today!

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Stacked in Your Favor

Sometimes fashion throws us a bone. For instance a few seasons ago when fashion was all 'oh hey, let's give your thighs a break with these ultra skinny jeans and try these bf jeans.' That was a great day. These days fashion is all 'oh man, skinny stilettos are zero fun to walk in, let's try this stacked heel.' And we're all 'heck yeah, fashion, thanks!' So today we're looking at some super comfy stacked heel booties.

Asos, Head over Heels by Dune, $84

Classic. Casual. Perfect for a long day of errands, brunch, and out for the night.

Charolette Russe, Stacked Heel Ankle Bootie, $30

Again, simple and easy to wear with just about anything. 

Express, Lasso Heeled Bootie, $55

Need a bit more height? Try these booties that are a steal right now!

Sole Society, Fennel Cut Out Suede Bootie Evie, $99

Some great details on this shoe. Also available in black or light blue.

A stacked heel is a wonderful thing. It's easy to walk in and comfortable to wear all day long. Booties are going to be around for some time, so why not grab a pair that is comfy and stylish.

Be fabulous today!

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Howdy Bootie

Last week we looked at some boots with buckles, sticking with the boot topic, let's go western. A little cowboy infused into our boot game. Something with sass, personality, and potential to jump on a horse at a moments notice (hey a girl can dream).

Amazon, Steve Madden Sogood Boot, $90

Real leather, which means these babies are just going to get softer every time you wear them.

American Eagle, Side Zip Western Bootie, $59

Here's a sturdy, yet fashionable boot that is going to work with jeans or cords.

Nordstrom, Sole Society Talisha Tassel Bootie, $99

I love an olive shoe because they are so versatile. 

Sole Society, Lucky Brand Sesame Heeled Suede Bootie, $95

Casual western with a 70s flair. Amazing.

It's bootie season so why not grab something that has some spunk? Try a western feel and mix it with a cable knit or moto jacket.

Be fabulous today!

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It's a Shoe, It's a Boot, It's...

Fashion is weird. They always seem to come up with terms and phrases that at first we scoff at, but then we find ourselves using "arm party" and "ear cuff" like it's no big deal. Today I'm going to say something that you need to try to use because it's going to be a thing. Shootie. That's right. Shoo-Tee it's a shoe bootie. It's a shootie, let me educate you.

Kohl's, LC Lauren Conrad Women's Peep Toe, $69

A great stacked heel makes these shooties easy to walk in and ready for a spring pedicure.

Anthropolgie, Farylrobin Tate Shooties, $79

I'm oddly obsessed with these. They're going to be perfect with jeans and shoes from Anthro under $100? Unheard of.

Amazon, Report Signature Blade Boot, $77

These shooties are a party. Chunky heel, fun laser cut pattern, it's a great spring option.

Dorothy Perkins, Black Peep Toe Black Shoe Boot, $59

Simple and bordering on rocker-chic. I am digging this black option.

I allow you to use the term 'shoe boot' if shootie gives you the giggles, but mark my word, it's going to be a thing.

Be fabulous today!

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These Boots are Made for History

Booties are not anything new these days. In fact, they're a style trend that has turned into a four season option. Today I'm going to narrow the focus and look at the Chelsea boot. Who knew these boots had such a history? I love these boots because they're easy to slip on and off plus they are pure comfort.

Nordstrom, Topshop Blighty, $75

I trust a British company when it comes to these boots. Simple and understated, perfect for jeans.

Missguided, Patsy Flexi Sole Chelsea Boot, $47

These are really getting back to the basic 'paddock' style of the Chelsea boot. 

Steve Madden, Brown & Black Chelsea Boots, $99

A slight stacked heel is a great compliment to this beautiful burgundy.

Dorothy Perkins, Black Chelsea Ankle Boots, $44

These boots are motorcycle chic and they look so comfortable.

The chelsea boot is a special trend that features a slip on with a vertical elastic. These boots come in a variety of color options and now in leather, suede, and other oh so soft materials.

Be fabulous today!

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Bootie with Personality

Welcome back to the week lovebugs,
I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I sure did. I spent the weekend in New Hampshire with my family. Now it's back to business and I'm kicking things off with booties. I know, I know, it's like an overplayed Taylor Swift song (jk, that's impossible) but today we're looking at some booties with personality, a little cut out with a peep toe, perfect for fall.

Urban Outfitters, Seychelles Discovery Cutout Peep Toe Heel, $79

Suede, stacked heel, metallic adjustable ankle strap. Enough said.

Target, Mossimo Kacie Peep Toe Bootie, $34

Alright Target, you can get in on this action. I love this blush bootie!

Express, Ankle Strap Heeled Runway Clog, $41

I have a special place in my heart for a padded footbed. Extra comfort and no one knows.

Modcloth, Make it Strappy Bootie, $54

These are sexy but in a bf jeans and floppy hat kind of way. In a Jessica Alba kind of way.

Enjoy these cutouts while your toes can still stand the chill. You're going to look great.

Be fabulous today!

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Reader Request: Style My Bootie

Hey there lovebugs, Happy Monday to you. How was your weekend? It snowed here in DC! I loved it, I'm such a cold weather girl.

Today's topic is a reader request from the lovely and talented, Kat.  She is wondering how to style booties and stay under budget. No problem Kat and thank you for the challenge!

I did a post on booties last fall which you can find here, but let's try something new for this season.

Nine West, Bevel, $76

Ok, these are an edgier take on a loafer. I'm thinking skinny jeans and deep v-neck sweater. Please note ladies, the heel height would disqualify these shoes from entering the work place in my book.

Old Navy, Sueded Desert Wedges, $34

I love these shoes. Not only for their price but for their versatility.  You can work these with bf jeans and a flannel button down or with a cord mini skirt and a chunky knit sweater.

Urban Outfitters, Kimichi Blue Chelsea Heel, $69

Now this is how we do booties for work. Think black and white tweed skirt with black tights I really like how they continue the suede down the heel.

Modcloth, Knack for Khaki Boot, $47

I really love these for the weekend. The perfect coffee outside with jeans and a toggle coat outfit. And the price is nice too!

I agree, booties can be hard to match and style, and sometimes they look like they cut you off at your ankles, so look for a style that can easily mix into your wardrobe, whether that's rocker, preppy, or somewhere in between.

Be fabulous today!

Pop that bootie

Well from all of those comments on Friday, I would say we have some sweet toothed readers!

Today I want to talk about booties.  Not KC and the Sunshine "shake your booty" but rather the newest boot/shoe/heel trend.  I know I'm a bit late on the bandwagon but I had yet to decide if I loved booties for everyday wear.  Then I put on my outfit for work today and thought 'wow I really need a pair of black booties to make this outfit'.  So there, I'm on the wagon.

Here are my picks!

Gabriella Rocha, Alick, $60

You will NEVER have a case of the Mondays with these!

Franco Sarto, Sync, $71

I like these in gray because you can experiment with patterned and colored tights

Nordstrom, Mayfield, $99

How sweet are these? 

Modcloth, quadro-chic wedge, $89

Maybe a little too casual for the office but killer with skinny jeans!

Forever 21, Peep toe booties, $28

These are sleek, ready to wear, with anything.