Shoe Storage

Shoe storage. Everyone wants more. Reuter's News Service says the average woman own's 19 pairs of shoes. Well that info, and the fact that my daughter's boyfriend's dog, (wow weird sentence), ate another pair of her boots, got me thinking about shoe storage.

Older houses have very little storage. When I saw the great Pic below in "O" Magazine, it gave me some ideas.

What are you using for shoe storage?


Photo above, "O" Magazine, Brooke Cundiff.

I have tons of these plastic bin things that each have 3 bins in them, those stacked in a closet might work. Maybe some nice paper in them, or a sachet?

Don't judge, full closets, and tons of Beannie Babies. Really, need to get rid of the Beannies.

Closed shoe storage would keep the dog out. But, would this work? Hmmmm.

Dream shoe storage. Say, ahhhhhhh.

Sorry, don't know where the above pic is from. It is amazing.

Ok, yes, I would love to open a closet and just look at my shoes. Don't know where below pic is from, sorry.

Pic below is from Design Sponge. It is a great idea. Love the use of shelves. Kind of gives a Rachel Zoe kind of feel to it.

Image below via Apartment Therapy. Love the shoe storage.

Or, do I tell her to hit the dollar store and get tons of the plastic boxes, and just photo, and stack? Hmmm, love the dollar store.

May do that for photo storage? Oh, well another post.

Black Sequin Flats for less than $20

Black Sequin Flats for $12.99. Yes, that was spelled right. $12.99. At Target. The cute flower ones, $9.87 on sale. Run, don't walk.

How can you go wrong with a classic ballet flat? You can't. These aren't made to last, but they are made to wear about a month or so. Perfect for summer. If you scuff them up, head on back to Target for more. I love them so much, I may have to go get another pair of the sequin ones. I have already worn them twice and love them.

As Dolly Parton said on Steel Magnolias: ....not a direct quote, but pretty close.."I wear an 8 but an 8 1/2 feels so good I buy a 9..."

What Did You Buy Yourself For Christmas? Amazing Shoes

So what did you buy yourself for Christmas? I bought some amazing shoes. The picture below is Go Jane, from Gojane.com. Don't you just love them? Who doesn't just love a great deal on a great looking shoe?

Shoes below are Guess "Chief".

Fruitcake -- or -- Sequin Black Flat?

Okay, this time of year, I have a relative that sends Fruitcake. Yes, Fruitcake. Should that tell me something about how this particular relative feels? Na, so I decided today to think about fruitcake. I don't eat it, never have, never will, so when I get that fruitcake, which I am sure I will, I think I will treat myself to some Steve Madden Kinky Black Sequin Shoes. $59.95 at stevemadden.com.

Yum, way better than fruitcake. Steve Madden Black Flats.

Shoe Closet - Christina Aguilera

The girl loves shoes!! Who wouldn't love this shoe closet? I know I would truly love it. So what does your shoe closet look like?

Christian Aguilera in In Style, December 2009.

Gossip Girl Serena - Over the Knee Boots

Want some Serena style Knee High Boots? Just go to Target -- yes--- Tah--Jay.

Want a Knee High or over look? The gray Knee Height boots below fold up and will go just over knee. Get your Serena On!!!!

Target - $34.99. Online or in store.

Jennifer Aniston's Shoe by Stuart Weitzman

I know it is back to school, and Labor Day Weekend. But.....who says you can't enjoy an Indian Summer. I know I still will be. Here in the beautiful southwest it will be summer like for at least 2 more months. Cool evenings and mornings, but 88+ in the afternoon. Perfect weather for anything. I love this look that Jennifer Aniston is wearing. Girls this is right out of your closet and perfect for college, running errands, running after kids. If you need a cardigan for cool mornings just grab, or maybe a scarf that you can throw around your neck or over your shoulders. Greyish T-shirt, Khaki Shorts (you can substitute jean shorts or white or red your choice), Leather Belt, all of those are check, now I need some Espadrilles. You can get the exact ones on pre-order from Stuart Weitzman 212-750-2555 for $365, delivery in November. Or if your budget is a tad smaller as mine is, you can check Old Navy below for $12.99. Old Navy is online at oldnavy.com, if you don't have one in your area.

Old Navy Espadrille $12.99.

Frye Boots - Great Retro Style

Getting ready to put these great size 8B Frye Women's Boots definitely circa 1970's on Etsy. Take a look.
Etsy: Shopshelbylynn. You can just click on the Etsy link on the right to go straight to them.

High Heeled Mary Jane - Shoe Watch - Back-To-School

Buckle Mary Jane from http://www.gojane.com, Go Jane, $12.99.

Mary Jane shoes have been popular for awhile. Since mine are a little worn, I thought I would look for a new pair. Plus here in the Southwest we start school mid August. So it is Back - To - School Time here. There is no better shoe than a Mary Jane for back-to-school. Wow and $12.99. Can't pass this up.

Shoe Watch - Animal Print Heels And Pumps

Satin Slit Design Zebra Heel $20.00. Go Jane Photos.

Satin Slit Design Leopard Heel $20.00.

Satin Leopard Peep Toe Heel $14.20.

Satin Zebra Peep Toe Heel $14.20.

When flipping through the latest issue of Style, I noticed tons of shoes with animal prints. What a great way to wear an animal print without a huge committment. Also, what a great pop to a plain outfit. So to asuage my latest need to shop for shoes, I went online to Go Jane. http://www.gojane.com/. Great on trend shoes at great prices.

I should get at least 2 pairs.