A Penny for Your Loafers

Oxford-style shoes are in this season (see my post on them here), but so are penny loafers. You know, those preppy shoes that you probably wore in elementary school and maybe even put a penny in the slot in front.

Prada Loafer, $316 from Blue Fly

Well, they're back and you can forget about the dorky shoes of yore- there are some chic options for your preppy feet.

YSL Penny Loafer, $369.99 from Blue Fly

Wear your loafers to work with trousers or casually with jeans. Your feet are sure to welcome these comfortable shoes this fall. They are easy to wear and make any casual outfit more interesting than slipping on the standard ballet flat. Skinny, straight, slouchy, cropped or any other jean work well with this shoe style.

Marc Joseph Union Loafer, $125 from The Shoe Box

If you dare, wear loafers with knee high or ankle socks and a knee length skirt. Top off the look with a boyfriend blazer and you're ready to go!

Bass Bookfield Loafer, $69 from Zappos

Not only are loafers great for work or play, but they are also the perfect travel shoe. You can walk quickly through airports, take them off easily for security, slip them on and off on the plane and be ready for whatever activity comes your way at your destination- even if that includes walking several blocks to the subway with your suitcase!

Bertie Suzi Loafer, $143.23 from Asos

Even after all of this, you are still wary of the loafer, you can try a heeled loafer for a preppy, yet sophisticated look. Wear these with standard work wear, including dresses and skirts.

Dune Tickle Loafer, $126.38 from Asos

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New Trend: Oxford Shoes

I remember wearing black and white Oxford shoes as a little girl. They were my favorite shoes and I eventually got a second pink and white pair. I loved the idea of the 50's girl wearing a poodle skirt and Oxfords, dancing at the jukebox and hanging out with the football players.

Miss Sixty Marlene Oxfords, $140 from Piper Lime

Well, Oxfords are back and updated for 2010. The modern Oxford is metallic, suede, adorned with tassels or a bow for the in-the-know trendsetters. Pair the shoes with brightly colored ankle socks and a skirt or leggings and a skirt or tunic. The more delicate Oxfords can be worn bare legged or with jeans.

See by Chloe, $245 at Net-a-Porter

Be careful to keep the shoe feminine and not too clunky or old fashioned. You don't want to look like you should be wearing a poodle skirt or like a grandpa that wears them with white knee high socks and shorts- you know what I mean!

Moschino Cheap & Chic Henry Oxfords, $300 from Piper Lime

I know this is a difficult trend to get behind and is hard to pull off, but give it a try! Wearing these throw back shoes in a modern way can be fun. Try wearing a simple, monochromatic outfit with suspenders or a straw fedora and your Oxfords. Have fun with accessories and be little tongue-in-cheek with this trend.

Bronx Heather Bee Oxfords, $119 from Piper Lime

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Must Have for City Girls

You get all glammed up in a cute dress and tall heels and head out for the night. Walking to your destination is a little slow, but not too bad. You stand at the bar, dance, walk to other places and then head home. At this point, you know that you are not going to make the walk home in your heels, and, of course, walking barefoot in a city environment is just plain gross.

Flats and flip flops are much too big and bulky to fit into your chic bag. Luckily, I found roll up flats. These soft flats easily roll up and fit into their own pouch. Slip off your heels for the trek home and walk in comfort in flats. Not only will your feet love you, but so will your boyfriend or husband that complains about your slow walking. I bet you can even get him to buy them for you!

FootzyRolls are so tiny they can fit in a clutch. These flats come in many different colors, including wedding white, metallics and even a pair with red soles. FootzyRolls start at $25.00.


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SpareSoles fold in thirds to fit into a pouch. These flats come in several different styles, including plain and embellished with bows. SpareSoles come in several solid colors and even animals prints. These flats are $25.00 and from now until August 31, 2010 when you buy six pairs, you get one free.


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Fit in Clouds is another option for high heel wearing ladies. These flats have a split sole in order to allow them to fold in half to fit into their pouch. You can snag a plain pair for $18.95 or go for a sequined pair for $24.95.


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Yosi Samra is the most expensive option, but they are definitely cute enough to wear during the day as regular shoes. To carry these flats in your purse, simply fold them in half and tuck the heel into the toe. Yosi Samra's flats come in a variety of colors including red, purple and gray; you can also choose if you want suede or leather. These shoes are $55.00.


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Now, there is no excuse for blisters and sore feet!