BybrTracie Maunders
Do shoes make the woman? Not really,brbut they sure are a fun way to accessorize. Now, ask a woman if she can everbrhave too many shoes, and she will probably tell you, rather resolutely, “no!”brWhile not all of us have the luxury of having a closet filled like CarriebrBradshaw, or quite frankly the space, there are some classic styles that workbrfor any outfit. So, for all of you fashionistas out there, here are sevenbressential pairs to invest in and add to your collection, along with somebrexamples that can be found in local Southlake stores. Happy shopping!
1. BLACK PUMPS $138 at Banana Republic
Add abrlittle edge to your look with the Devlin Studded Pump. This classic shoe is abrmust. Think of it as the LBD of your shoe collection. It adds a classicallybrchic finish and instant sophistication to every look and can last you from abrday at the office to a night on the town.
2. BALLET FLATS $49.95 at Gap
Balletbrflats are a versatile piece that can be dressed up or down and are perfect forbrrunning around in. They also make for a great extra pair to keep on hand justbrin case your feet hurt from those sassy heels you've been wearing for hours. From solid colors, fun patterns andbrembellishments, there are plenty of options out there. Gap offers its suede Cinch Ballet Flat in a variety of colors.
3. ANKLE BOOTS $345 at Coach
With both low- and high-heelbroptions, ankle boots are highly versatile. Choose from casual to dressy stylesbrand rock them with a pair of jeans, leggings or skirt to add a little flair tobryour look. If you prefer a dressier option with a higher heel, trybrthe sassy peep-toe Lolita Bootie from Coach.
4. STATEMENT HEELS, $135 at White House BlackbrMarket
A great pair of statement heels canbrinstantly make you feel sexy. Whether you opt for an animal print, uniquebrpattern, metallic or vibrant color, invest in a pair that fits your personal stylebrand can be thrown on with everything from jeans to an evening dress. If youbrwant to make an entrance, check out the stylish Olivia Leather Exotic Print Pumps from White House BlackbrMarket.
5. PLATFORM WEDGES $69.99 at Kohl's
Believe it or not, wedges can bebrquite comfortable and help to show off your fabulous pedicure. They work wellbrwith shorts, denim and dresses, and are the perfect shoe to keep you stylishbrfrom spring through the end of summer. The faux suede Style Charles by CharlesbrDavid Antwerp Women's Wedge Sandal from Kohl's is sure to add a little fun tobryour wardrobe.
6. RIDING BOOTS $363 at Buckle
Riding boots are essential for thebrfall and winter months. They can add a polished, chic look to a great pair ofbrjeans, t-shirt and cool leather jacket. Get yourself a pair in either brown orbrblack (or both), depending on what colors are most found in your closet. Bucklebrhas a great variety of boots to choose from, including these Frye Jamie RingbrRiding Boots.
7. CASUAL SNEAKERS $49.99 at Kohl's
Fashionable, casual sneakers arebralways great to have on hand, and I'm not talking about your everyday gymbrsneakers. Pair them with a cute pair of jeans, shorts or even a dress. ThebrConverse Chuck Taylor All Star Shoreline Slip-On Sneakers from Kohl's come inbrmultiple colors and are a cute and comfortable option.
TraciebrMaunders is what many like to call a “Jill of all trades” and is known for herbrcreativity, organizational skills, attention to detail and going the extra milebrfor her clients. She currently works as a freelance Social Media Manager andbrGhostwriter for multiple companies and brands. Her background includes workingbrin hospitality as a personal assistant for over 10 years and owning her ownbrconcierge business, in which she worked with executives, business owners andbrhigh-profile/high net worth individuals. Tracie's greatest passion is singing andbrcurrently has a song on iTunes under the name Tracie Leigh called “Extra Extra,”brwhich she wrote and had professionally produced. Her favorite time spent isbrwith family and friends dining at some of her favorite places, catching a greatbrmovie, going to concerts, shopping, traveling and enjoys a good reality show. Connect with her on LinkedIn.