Hiatus

Hello fellow fashion- and shoe-lovers,

As you may have already noticed, Style Bard has to go on temporary hiatus due to a few life changes and some new time constraints. Hopefully we can get going again soon, but in the meantime it's best to wait until quality, thoughtful content can be once again ensured.

Calling a major BRB,

~Style Bard

*Deal of the Week* Final Sale Shoes at Piperlime

WAS: $300
NOW: $149.95

Don't miss out on browsing "Final Sale" items at Piperlime! Although there are no returns or exchanges, you can shop for extremely low-priced shoes before the stock sells out for good. Sure, it might help to have a few female friends or relatives with a wide variety of shoe sizes willing to take some poorly fitting soles off your hands in case of an emergency, but there's still a great chance you'll land on major savings for remarkable finds -- especially if you stick to brands you already know and love wearing. For example, that means up to 70% off on items like these "Pierce" over-the-knee boots by Sam Edelman, now more than half off their original price!

Expires: While Supplies Last

BOGO at Payless

It's that time again! This week kicked off the latest buy one, get one at 50% off sale at Payless, everyone's favorite budget shoe store. BOGO comes on the heels (haha) of a spring savings spree and probably precedes a summer sale. So pretty much, it's always a good time to save, and I love to stop by anytime I'm passing a storefront just to check out the latest -- regardless of whether the newest styles are hit or miss. Last weekend I was window-shopping these "Havana" platforms designed by Christian Siriano; although I didn't have the time to try them on for fit or comfort, I can tell you they were definitely eye-catching. They're currently $64.99 -- a fair enough price, considering you'll get your next pair for half off. They also got a great review on Payless.com.

Expires: July 4, 2011

25% Off Sale Items at DesignerShoes

Looking for large, small, wide or narrow shoes on sale? Designer Shoes not only offers a wide variety of styles in all of these options, but the website is also offering a monthlong sale on already reduced items! Take an additional 25% off prices that are already lowered by up to 80% off with code JUNESALE. That includes these "Newport" wedges by Elle, which have me totally smitten in this bold Coral. They're nearly half off before your added savings. Too bad they happen to be sold out in my size -- but what about yours?

Code: JUNESALE

Expires: July 4, 2011

Net-A-Porter Editors' Pick Sale Shoes

Want the best of the best, but still want to save big? Get the best of both worlds by shopping the Editors' Sale Picks at Net-A-Porter. See which of their fave finds are now selling for reduced prices, like these sassy wedges by Valentino. They're now 30% off and listed alongside a row of great green dresses and accessories so you can get a total outfit that will coordinate and look amazing, all for the perfect price.

Expires: While Supplies Last

Last Day for Gap's Get More, Save More Sale

Today's your last shot to shop for summer shoes at Gap and save more money the more you spend. Here's how it works: When you spend $75, you save 20%. When you spend $100 or $125, you save 25% or 30%, respectively. Just use code GPSAVEBIG on picks like these silver and gold crocheted flats that are totally calling my name. Remember, this sale is only online and only until midnight tonight! Plus, there's Free Shipping as always on orders of at least $50.

Code: GPSAVEBIG

Expires: Midnight, June 6, 2011

Last Day - 30% Off Banana Republic Women's Shoes

Today's your last chance to save 30% on women's full-priced shoes from Banana Republic. Just use code BRGET30 when you're ready to check out online (the offer's not valid in stores). You can walk away with a good deal on new summer work shoes like these "Mayle" t-straps that come in two colors, Rockstone (pictured) and Palomino. Plus, receive Free Shipping on all orders over $50!

Code: BRGET30

Expires: Midnight, June 5, 2011

*Shoes in Review* May 29 - June 4

Saturday Note from Style Bard
Even though it was two weeks ago, I know you're all dying to know what I wound up wearing on my feet as I toured NYC, since I don't own sneakers. I'm happy to report that I managed to survive in gold dress sandals all day, despite walking and ferrying all around Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, Times Square and Rockefeller. And now it's time to announce that I may actually need to buy sneakers to ... start using the gym in my new building! Yes, working out is the one time I think sneakers are actually appropriate. And maybe going to and from the gym, with stops like Jamba Juice or the laundromat on the way. Maybe.

Read on for a quick review of the previous week's posts, recapping what's in effect this week and what's expired:

Sunday

Memorial Day vacay!

Monday

Memorial Day vacay!

Tuesday

Last Day for Free Shipping on Vivre Shoes - Expired

Wednesday

40% Off Men's Reebok Shoes - Expired

Thursday

Last Day - 20% Off Hot Topic Shoes - Expired

Friday

*Deal of the Week* Hot Summer Sale at Aldo - Limited Time Only

*Deal of the Week* Hot Summer Sale at Aldo

WAS: $90
NOW: $64.98

Aldo's Hot Summer Sale is a selection of marked-down shoes that highlight the best seasonal looks (rather than cold-weather shoes or outdated styles). These "EAVES" wedges are amazing with the bright pop of orange on the slingback strap and all of the complementary specks of color in the shoe itself, perfect for almost any sunny day outfit. They're not marked down by almost $30; no codes required. Use the button below to check out the full array of sandals now on sale!

Expires: Limited Time Only

Last Day - 20% Off Hot Topic Shoes

Take 20% off your new shoe order when it totals $50 or more; just look out, because this will likely make you buy two pairs of shoes. For example, these "Leopard Black Bow Velvet Flats" -- which own a '50s retro vibe go but with many current, casual summer outfits -- are only $22.99 to begin with, leaving you with a great excuse to keep shopping.

Code: HTA50JUN

Expires: Midnight, June 2, 2011

40% Off Men's Reebok Shoes

To help spry shoppers get ahead of the game, Reebok is having an early Father's Day Sale. You can take 40% off men's footwear with code MEN40 -- except for the weird limitation that it excludes items with prices ending in $.98. Seriously. But don't worry, that means the discount still applies to the clean, all-purpose "Evaluate" trainer shoe that's $54.99 before your savings and comes in three colors. You can also receive Free Shipping on all orders over $79. Shopping early with Free Shipping is so much better than waiting until the last minute like I always do and then paying way too much for overnight shipping.

Code: MEN40

Expires: June 2, 2011