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Happy 400th Post!

Hello! Guess what? Style Bard Shoes has hit the unbelieveable 400th post! That's 400 times the Style Bard sat at her keyboard and put together a picture of a shoe she loves with details about its sale, lovingly combined to create a shoe sale bulletin for you. That's more than a year's worth of a sale a day!

Recently, we've mixed it up with some special features, such as St. Patrick's Day for a week (all green shoes), and currently, Easter for a week (sophisticated spring sandals, etc). However, I must promise you -- a makeover! Who doesn't love a makeover? Full disclosure: I haven't been excited about the site in awhile, but I came up with some ways to make the process much more streamlined for readers and shoppers alike (it'll be both more entertaining and user-friendly). I'm probably going to take a week off sometime soon to implement the changes and get on the ball. It's going to be exciting, and I hope you think so, too.

In the meantime, let's celebrate 400 amazing posts with a reminder that Style Bard and Style Bard Shoes are both up for some great awards -- the Fabbies and the Glam Network Awards! Here are the links -- pretty please throw some votes my way! It's a modest blog in these here parts, and we don't expect to win, but I'd love to represent my humble following if you can spare a few minutes of your time.

Linkies for Style Bard Shoes:

The Fabbies - Voting is open through April



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Links for Style Bard:

Glam Network - Fashion - Voting can be done once a day through April 10th

Easter from Shopzilla

These lovely, delicate shoes by Coup D'Etat are just right for your Easter Sunday festivities. From church to a formal family dinner, or merely dressing up for the occasion, these low-heeled suede heels with a feminine rose accent are going to suit you. Only $39.99 from Shoetrader on Shopzilla. Also available in Black and Plum.

Always Free Shipping from Shoetrader.

Expires: While Supplies Last

Easter from Zappos

Here's a special dress slide perfect for this spring holiday occasion: Hale Bob's 'April' from Zappos. These bejeweled, patent purple beauties are aptly named, as their design suggests an elegant floral bouquet, or looking into a bright Easter basket, and they would be perfect for any time you want to feel decadent. Affordably priced at $100, these would be a great addition to your closet this season. Don't be afraid of colors and adornments! Get them now.

Free Shipping both ways.

Expires: No Expiration

Easter in Style from ShopBop

The color of a robin's egg, what delightful pump could be more perfect for the formal Easter occasion? Designed by lauded Juliana Jabour, these exquisite shoes will soon be the highlight of your spring collection, adding pep to your step. Traditionally enclosed, these are great for March when the sun is out and you want to celebrate, but it's still just slightly chilly.

Free Ground Shipping.

Expires: While Supplies Last

Easter Sandals from Walking Company

For those who have more informal plans for this holiday weekend, perhaps chasing children through the backyard as they search after meticulously dyed eggs, followed by a home-cooked meal "aided" by the Honey Baked Ham Co., these lovely, functional, bright sandals from The Walking Company will keep you comfortable and feminine as you're on your feet all day with the family. Dansko is a reknowned brand for style and comfort, and these 'Naomi' sandals are an elegant way to be casual.

Free Shipping on any orders over $100.

Expires: No Expiration

Easter Shoes from Sears

Kicking off Easter Week at Style Bard are these affordable Easy Step pumps from Sears. With the subtle cafe-colored satin sheen and the feminine bow, they're the perfect not-too-pastel pump that you'll actually be able to wear again through and past the spring season. They're also great because you'll be able to wear them when the days are a little chilly during this indecisive season. Now only $54.99, and see the site for saving 10-15% more when you shop shoes with your Sears card.

Expires: March 22nd, 2008

St. Patrick's Day from Zappos

St. Patrick's Day is the perfect time to point out one thing I love about Zappos. You can find shoes that specifically meet your criteria, by selecting what you're looking for not only by color (green) but also by style, height, size, width, or price. When I need one kind of shoe, I go to Zappos first because it's just so easy. These festive Nine West 'Favorly' d'orsays are perfect for celebration this Irish holiday, in green satin with sparkling rhinestone accents.

Always Free Shipping both ways!

Expires: Limited Time

*Deal of the Day* Extra 20% Off Sale Shoes

This one is for the true budget fashionistas. For those of you who really want to save. For those who live to brag about how much money they saved on those shoes of theirs you covet. Now you can take an additional 20% off your shoes from Sale and Clearance selections at Shoes.com! That's right, you pick your favorite of hundreds of great shoes from all prices and brands, already marked down in your favor, and then use code 20SAVE08 to take an additional 20% off. THEN you can have those super-discounted shoes shipped to you for FREE! My green faves? Two Lips 'Aldora' green wedges with cute stitching detail and an adorable, delicate bow. Already 30% off before your code discount!

Always Free Shipping and Free Returns.

Code: 20SALE08

Expires: March 24th, 2008

Save 10% On Your New Shoes

And what about the kids? They need great green shoes for St. Patrick's Day, too! Other children on the playground are cruel, and are sure to pinch or poke or smack if a child is not decked in the appropriate festive vertigree. Well, how about saving 10% on your next purchase from Shoes.com and grabbing up these sporty Merrell 'Kids' Sprint Mary Janes' in lime? They're cute and great for your active child this spring. Use code MARSAV to take off 10% and take advantage of Free Shipping!

Always Free Shipping and Free Returns.

Code: MARSAV

Expires: March 24th, 2008

Save an Extra 20% on Shoes at Macy's!

I'm not sure I can put my finger on the simple, strong appeal of these classic Tahari peep toe pumps. I like the oversized buckle, and how it doesn't overpower the shoe, I like that it looks like it can be dressed up or down. I like the juxtaposition of the more elegant gold streamlined heel with the large patent buckle at the toe. Overall, it has many dimensions to it, it's a complex shoe designed by one of my favorite "high-end affordable" brands, Tahari. As a Macy's cardholder, you can shop all shoes for an additional 20% off now through March 16th, and for St. Patrick's Day, I say these are the must-have shoes in this sale.

Expires: March 16th, 2008

Free Shipping from Macy's!

I bet you never knew how luxe a green sandal could get. I love how Marc Fisher pairs the subtle metallic hues with the shiny metallic jewels at the toe, and how the chunky rhinestones contrast nicely with the delicate ankle straps. A beautiful shoe doing new things with the 'green shoe' theme of the week. They're on sale at Macy's for approximately 25% off, and you can also take advantage of Free Shipping with an apparel purchase of at least $100 and the code SPRING.

Code: SPRING

Expires: March 17th, 2008

St. Patrick's Day from Amazon

Amazon is promoting a great selection of Green Shoes right now for St. Patrick's Day, many of which are on sale - or at the very least, being offered for incredible fair prices to begin with. My only complaint would be that by searching 'green' you get a lot of tagged items that don't necessarily fit within the description, shoes without a hint of green color to be seen on the shoe, which seems to me to be clearly what the shopper is searching for. Anyway, all of that aside, these handsome Mary Jane Pumps from Newport News are now on sale for only $25.00! That's 28% off the original price - now that's a steal. These will look great under a flirty sundress as well as paired with jeans. Conservatively treated, I can see these going to work with you as well. Also available in SIX other bright and fun colors!

Expires: While Supplies Last

Today Only - Extra 10% Off Everything at Bluefly!

Today Only you can save an additional 10% on everything on Bluefly! That makes regular savings skyrocket to as high as 65%! In keeping with our St. Patrick's Day theme, take a look at these gorgeous Kenneth Cole 'Snake It Up' flats, with real snake embossed leather, now 46% off. Reminiscent of an olive, with a hint of coyness, they make me want a slow, cold martini. Also be sure to keep an eye on regular clearance once this sale ends - there's always great deals to be found there! New Spring Arrivals are also currently as much as 40% off for a limited time.

Flat shipping rate of only $7.95 per order.

Expires: 6:30am EST, March 12th, 2008

St. Patrick's Day at Payless

How cute are these 'Charm' ballet flats by American Eagle? I love their line for Payless, always cute and on-trend. I like the little bow and the little heel. Right now these aptly named green beauties are on sale for $16.99! Free Shipping when you ship from the site to your local store. Also available in Cream.

Expires: While Supplies Last

St. Patrick's Day at Old Navy

While for most of us, it's still a tad early to be eyeing flip-flops in the mall, (ie, snow still on the ground), for many lucky, lucky guys and gals St. Patrick's Day means Spring, and warmer weather, and the sandals make their big debut. For those of you ready to leap into Spring and get your sandal shopping done, I will always, always advocate Old Navy's flip-flops. They last FOREVER, they're super-comfortable, they come in all kinds of zany colors and prints, and they're $5 or $4when you buy 2 or more! Really! How can you buy even buy one pair with that deal on the table? Grab these now and have them in time for St. Patty's.

Always $5 flat rate shipping.

Expires: Limited Time

St. Patrick's Day at Hot Topic

To kick off our week of green shoes here at Style Bard, here is a pair worthy of any leprechaun. Surprisingly, Hot Topic hasn't listed these green Doc Martens along with their St. Patty's Day wares section on the website, nor do they mention their great green Converse! Oh well, I'll do it for them. Grab these babies by St. Patty's Day to flaunt your green in the best way possible. Doc Martens will always be sturdy, quality shoes and boots that'll give your feet full support and comfort. Other colors and styles of boots also available at Hot Topic.

Free Shipping on Orders of $75 or more.

Expires: No Expiration

St. Patrick's Day & Easter at Style Bard

This week, we're going to do a special week-long ode to St. Patrick's Day by featuring all of our Shoe Sale shoes in green, green, green!


You'll be surprised at how many great green options are out there - and not just for St. Patty's; they'll look great with your bright colors and prints for Spring! St. Patrick's Day at Style Bard ends Monday, March 17th.

For one week after that, we'll be featuring great "Sunday Best" Easter shoes that you can wear to Church or brunch with your in-laws afterward. Sunday Best at Style Bard ends Sunday, March 23rd.

Happy Holidays and Happy Shopping!

March Madness at ShoeBuy!

It's March Madness over at Shoebuy.com with prices knocked down as far as 65% off! I expect shoes to fly off the rack with great brands like Jessica Simpson, BCBGirls, Aerosole, Bandolino, and hot styles like these asymmetrical-strap black patent stacked wedge heels by Franco Sarto. They're sexy, they translate from casual to dressy, and they've got a padded insole for your comfort. At 35% off, get them while they last!

Always Free Shipping and Free Returns.

Expires: While Supplies Last

One Day Secret Shoe Sale from Piperlime!

Alert, alert! It's a fantastic one-day exclusive sale from Piperlime! Now shop brands from Nine West, Charles David, BCBGirls, Steve Madden, Enzo Angiolini and more at steep, steep discounts in the Final Sale section of the website -- and then take an additional 15% off these great rates with the code: SECRET. Sorry, Piperlime, this one-day shoe sale secret is out! (And that means sizes are disappearing fast, ladies.)

Code: SECRET

Always Free Shipping, but no exchanges or returns on Final Sale items.

Expires: Midnight, March 4th, 2008

*Deal of the Day* - Aldo Heels

Today's fabulous Deal of the Day comes from Aldo, one of my favorite up-and-comers over the past few years as they continue to produce quality, affordable shoes in all the latest styles without resorting to a lot of fanfare or gimmickry to sell their lovely shoes. The website is full of great sale products - up to 70% off! Catch these sales on time and you can get a great steal, like these gold satin 'Segheneyti' peeptoe pumps. They're sexy and elegant, and sure to go with everything when you need that extra boost in confidence, whether it's below a cocktail dress on your date or beneath pants at the big board meeting. A bonus? The website calls them "Hepburn-inspired." Now only $34.90, down from $80.00!

Expires: While Supplies Last

Today's the Last Day - BOGO Shoes & Free Shipping!

Today is the final day of great sales from Sears. All women's shoes - ALL of them! - are Buy One, Get The Second 1/2 Off. You can order online and pick them up at your local Sears, OR take advantage of the second part of this offer, which is Free Shipping on orders over $49! I'd buy a great pair of low heels for the office and then for my second pair, grab these spring-friendly rainboots for those May showers!

Expires: Midnight, 03/01/08