Style Bard's Shopbop Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Kris (The Freestyle Mom)! You've won a $100 gift card to spend at Shopbop.com!

Kris commented to say that she loved these 'Vandalia' open toe booties by Report Signature:



They're already marked down by 50% on the website, so you know they're automatically definitely approved by Style Bard!

I'll be in touch shortly about delivering your prize. And thanks to everyone else who participated; I'll try to get another giveaway going as soon as possible.

Payless BOGO Ends This Week

One week from today, the latest Payless BOGO sale will come to an end. I shopped it for a few hours a few weeks ago (yes, a few hours--I brought along some female cousins and we were all quite busy exploring the merchandise) and didn't land on two shoes I loved (they were out of my size in one) so I walked away with nothing. However, my sister bought a cute pair of purple wedges, and then returned to the store a week later to buy two more styles. Unfortunately, I cannot seem to find any of the ones she purchased on the website, but I will tell you that one pair turned out to be only $3. Way to make me proud, Big Sis! Anyway, if you are like me and think you might have missed out on some steals, I wanted to let you know that there is still time to get a great deal on two pairs of shoes from Payless. Spring's guest designers include alive+olivia, Lela Rose and Christian Seriano. My favorites include these 'Downtown Girl Open-Toe Boots' by alice+olivia, which are new for Spring. Unfortunately, I haven't had the chance to see them in person but let's just say that I hope they live up to how cute they could potentially be on me!

Expires: February 15th, 2010

*Deal of the Week* Sale on Franco Sarto Shoes

This weekend only, you can save up to 65% off all shoes by Franco Sarto on the 6pm.com website. I nearly fell off my chair, because my current favorite pair of shoes right now (the ones so posh and comfortable my friends are sick of seeing them) are of course Franco Sarto, and I have been promising myself to find and purchase another such pair. Now is the perfect time! From loafers to boots, there are so many hot styles I would give my eyeteeth for that it's actually painful to choose a Style Bard fave, but I guess it would have to be these--aptly named 'Cherish.' This military-style patent slingback flat and all other Franco Sarto shoes are all now only $39.95. Styles and sizes are expected to soar off the shelves, so act now if you want a great pair of designer shoes on the cheap.

Always Flat Rate Shipping $6.95

Expires: August 2nd, 2009

50% Off AK Anne Klein Shoes at 6PM

This week you can save 50% on all AK Anne Klein shoes at 6PM! For work or play, Anne Klein shoes always bring sophistication to the latest styles. 6PM's discount offerings include shoes, high heels, sandals and boots. As a big fan of dramatic shoes, Style Bard faves are these patent purple and burgundy 'Ebony' open-toe slingback sandals. They come in four other colors, so check them out--they're now only $36.23, which is 54% off their original retail price. As always, all 6PM shoes are shipped at the flat rate of $6.95.

Expires: July 10th, 2009

Anne Hathaway's Red Carpet Shoes

As I was perusing pictures from the Tony Awards last night, one actress in particular caught my eye: Anne Hathaway. Always Best Dressed, Hathaway looked stunning in a classic look: the LBD and red shoes. Not just any LBD, but a delicate strapless number by Oscar de la Renta. Naturally, it was the shoes that caught my eyes. Of course, a satin peep-toe in red is almost always going to be knock-out, so I decided to see how they compared to her other red carpet shoes. And my half-cocked theory turned out to be true--Anne Hathaway is a toe-show-er! What I mean is, time and time again, she's confident to show off her perfect pedicures in a pair of open-toe or peep-toe shoes.

Here's a look from February, at the Independent Film Awards:



And here's one from the October 2008 ELLE Magazine Women in Hollywood Tribute:



But my favorites might just be these complicated beauties from the premiere of Rachel Getting Married:



Evidence from earlier years includes the following:



Thus confirming my suspicions that Anne Hathaway is proud of her petite little feet and her well-cared-for toes. Somehow, this only makes me like her more.

[Guest written for and cross-posted to www.Shudoo.com. Check it out for an affordable version of Hathaway's red carpet shoes.]

BOGO from Payless

It's that time again! That's right--BOGO from Payless. That means when you buy one pair of shoes, you get the next pair of shoes for 50% off. What irresistible styles are in store for you during this buy one, get one cycle? How about a pair of zoe&zac shoes? Every time you buy a pair of zoe&zac shoes, Payless contributes a dollar to The Nature Conservancy to plant a tree. So if you use BOGO and get two pairs of shoes...well, you get the idea. Style Bard faves are these open-toe Purple zoe&zac 'Tigerlily' espadrilles (also available in Brown). Save the Earth and get two pairs of new cute shoes? Now that's a bargain.

Expires: May 4th, 2009

*Deal of the Week* End of Winter Sale + Free Shipping from Vivre

You've got 48 hours to shop Vivre's Winter Shoe Sale before discounts are removed. Right now you can save big on your favorite designer brands such as Sergio Rossi, Oscar de la Renta, Michael Kors and Vera Wang. Best of all, you can also have your sale shoes shipped to you for free by using code BEMINE at checkout. Style Bard faves are these Castaner 'Open Toe Slingback Platforms' which are perfect for Spring in Black, White, Green and Blue. (I bet you thought I'd say my faves are the Green, but in fact I'm swooning for these sandals in White!) They're now over 50% off, so get your favorite color while this sale lasts.

Code: BEMINE

Expires: Midnight, February 14th, 2009

*Deal of the Week* Cathy Jean Shoes

I don't believe that the Cathy Jeans site does this little-known brand much justice. When I come across a Cathy Jean in the mall, I treat it much like an Aldo and have to stop in- at least to check out the clearance. Unlike the website, there are usually tons of choices in a very refined boutique-style setting. I do hope the technology catches up for them. In the meantime, don't write these off. They're very trendy, cute shoes in an affordable price range. And it's even better when they go on sale! From the sale selection at Cathy Jean, these red satin d'orsay pumps are the best deal, now only $35 down from $69.99. That's half off! I think these would be incredibly fun to play with and add texture and interest to any outfit.
[Edited to add: I reccomend shopping a half size up.)

Expires: While Supplies Last

FREE SHIPPING from Nordstrom!

This is a great deal from Nordstrom! For a limited time you can receive Free Shipping on your total order! Just spend at least $100 (a piece of cake during the holidays!) and enter code HOLIDAY07 upon checkout. How about a great Holiday Party Shoe from their exclusive collection, each pump more gorgeous than the last, like these Nine West 'Jojus' pumps for only $74.95. There's something for every price range, so find everything you need at Nordstrom while this special lasts!

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Expires: Dec. 19th, 2007