50% Off Moxsie Shoes

This deal is kind of insane; I feel weird typing it, that's how absurd it is. Shop Moxsie's indie shoe styles and save 50% off your order. Your whole order. For more than a month! Just use code BLOWOUT50. Yes, that's really it. The only tiny caveat here is that all sales are final, so you can't make exchanges or returns. Still! Some things are worth the risk (or revving up that eBay account...) and one of them is half off your new shoes while supporting small business owners. Style Bard is already eyeing these mini-wedge "Delphine" gold sandals by Matt Bernson, which seem like they would just go with every outfit I ever wear all summer. Plus - ZIPPERS!

Code: BLOWOUT50

Expires: June 30, 2011

20% Off + Free Shipping on Target Shoes

Stock up on trendy spring shoes at Target while you can save money and receive Free Shipping! As part of the same deal, all you have to do is get your cart up to $75 and you'll automatically see 20% deducted and get your order shipped out without paying a cent. Style Bard recommends these "Tawny" zipper wedges, which are almost too cute for only $24.99!

Expires: May 7, 2011

*Deal of the Week* - *Style Bard Exclusive* - Anton Leather Zip-Up Laces

You know how I love to get you exclusive deals? Well for one month only, starting today, Style Bard readers will receive 10% off their order from Anton Leather just by mentioning that they heard about the discount on this blog. And this is happening because I 100% adore the line's new release of zipper shoelaces that I believe would look especially hot in almost any pair of leather boots--not to mention they're one way to make your tired old sneakers look a little more badass (if you insist on wearing them outside of the gym, that is). These trendy laces don't just come in the traditional metallic tones, either; you can also check them out in blue and pink. The only little trick here is that you have to send an e-mail to [antonleather@gmail.com] to order (which you can do directly by hitting the button below). Yes, these products are so new and rare they're not even online yet--but hey, think about how cool that makes you when you're among the first to sport the look! Anton Leather also sells a limited line of zippable, slip-on Converse Chuck Taylors for the first shoppers to call in and snatch them up, also eligible for 10% off discount by mentioning Style Bard. You're welcome; enjoy!

Expires: February 28, 2011

BOGO on Macy's Shoes!

Guys, today is the last day to take advantage of BOGO at Macy's. This deal is only available online and entails that when you buy any pair of shoes from a selection (provided directly via the button below), you'll get the second pair of shoes for 50% off--no joke! It's an amazing deal while it lasts. Just for starters, I'd go with these 'Parker' platform pumps by MICHAEL Michael Kors. You can't see it here, but yes, the zipper dangles down in the back. Complete love! They're a little more than I'd typically spend on yet another pair of chunky black shoes bedecked in fun hardware, but because they'd make my second purchase 50% off, I think it would all even out in the end.

Expires: Midnight, August 29th, 2010

Today Only - Extra 15% Off B*Fly Shoes

With the already-low prices on B*Fly shoes, receiving an extra 15% off the price means that your total savings are up to 65% off. For example, these 'Daryl' wedges by Cynthia Vincent are already 40% off their original price before your added discount. Plus, they make an excellent transitional shoe for Fall, because they can be worn alone or look smashing with tights. And you just know Style Bard adores that zipper front! Hopefully, for added playfulness, it is also functional.

Expires: Midnight, August 3rd, 2010

Boot Sale at Barefoot Tess

Shop Barefoot Tess to save 15% off all boots for a limited time! This is likely a push to clear out stock for Spring, so this may be your last chance to grab a style you love, like these on-trend Tashkent 'Lark' over-the-knee boots that I adore to the max. The best thing about Barefoot Tess boots is that they don't stop at size 10; plus sizing is available through size 15! For boots, this also translates to calf sizes that won't squeeze you in until your toes tingle. All you have to do to save is use code 15BOOTS when you're ready to check out.

Code: 15BOOTS

Expires: March 16th, 2010

Macy's Shoes: Free Shipping & BOGO

How exciting! As part of a promotion for new Spring apparel and accessories, Macy's is offering a great deal on shoes. Not only can you receive Free Shipping on your order, but you'll also receive an astounding 50% off with the same code! When you buy two pairs of shoes from Macy's, entering FIRSTLOOK when you check out will take half off the pair with the lowest pricetag automatically, and your order ships for free. I probably buy at least 40% of my shoes from Macy's, so this is definitely one of those deals that speaks to me. And it's only good for two more days, so you may want to hurry. New arrivals include plenty of flat, platform and wedge sandals. One of my favorite looks is the sandal with the low wedge, which is typically concealed. You get a little rise in your step without compromising the comfort of a low walking sandal. The patent pair pictured above is 'Rizzy' by INC and it comes in Black or Cinnamon. And you know I love 'em because of that zipper!

Code: FIRSTLOOK

Expires: February 25th, 2010

New Lime Tag Sale Markdowns at Piperlime

New reductions have been added to the on-sale merchandise in the Piperlime Lime Tag Sale. Now, all styles of shoes are up to 50% off their original price! Fresh additions to Style Bard's ever-growing wishlist are these unusual, beguiling 'Dara' boots by Cynthia Vincent, now almost $100 off their original price. I'm not sure exactly what's going on with the stirrup detail at the bottom (does it convert into an oxford?), but either way, we all know I love a bold zipper on a shoe, and the heel and height make me think one's legs would appear to go on for miles encased in these beauties-with-a-'tude. What do you think?

Always Free Shipping and Free Returns

Expires: While Supplies Last

Designer Shoes vs. Imposters

I was reading Manolo's Shoe Blog (as per usual) and I came across this and this article on the familiar topic of shoddy knock-offs of stolen shoe designs, which reminded me that I had the most bizarre encounter a few weeks ago. To kill time before I needed to drop my visiting mother off at LaGuardia, we wandered into one of those many nameless discount shoe stores in NYC and I came upon these $15 shoes:



A treacherous knock-off of my beloved shoes by Michael Kors, which I originally wrote about here:


It's just a damn shame, and wrong on so many levels.

Last Day to Save 25% Off Aldo Boots

As part of a Columbus Day Sale, Aldo is offering 25% off all clearance boots. It's not too late to take advantage of this great deal! You have until midnight to choose from every variety and style of fashion boots or winter boots, and save an automatic 25% when you check out. That makes these delicious 3-zip, 4-buckle 'Hendsbee' boots just $89.99! Plus, this offer can be combined with Free Shipping--but only if you shop before midnight tonight.

Expires: Midnight, October 12th, 2009

*Deal of the Week* Free Shipping on Aldo Shoes

This weekend only, get your new Aldo shoes shipped to you for free! Simply use code FSOCT09 when you're about to check out to see this deal go into affect. Style Bard is a big fan of Aldo's styles, and frequently checks out the sale section for great steals. Favorites right now include these 'Cadlett' boots, which appropriately convey the motorcycle chic vibe without trying too hard. They're now on sale for $30 less than the original asking price! And you know me, I just adore anything with a pronounced zipper. Remember to shop by Columbus Day to get Free Shipping!

Code: FSOCT09

Expires: October 12th, 2009

25% Off Shopbop Shoes

It's time for another Tuesday two-fer! This morning you learned how you can get 20% off espradrilles at Piperlime for Cinco de Mayo; now I'm sharing with you an amazing deal where you can save 25% off any full-priced shoe from Shopbop with code INTHEFAMILY25. There's no minimum purchase necessary and no exclusions--it's just a wonderful instant deduction that slices a quarter off the price of those shoes you've been pining for. Stop waiting for them to go on sale and create your own sale by shopping today. Style Bard faves are these swanky zip-front open-toe booties by Proenza Schouler, which someone might have to literally cut off my feet to take off of me once I put them on. Sigh. Even with 25%, they're a bit out of my price range. But a girl can dream, can't she? Don't worry, there are plenty of much more realistic (and practical) options available at Shopbop.

Always Free Ground Shipping

Code: INTHEFAMILY25

Expires: May 7th, 2009

*Deal of the Week* $10 Off and Free Shipping from Shoemania

For a limited time only, shoelovers can receive an automatic $5 deduction off their order of $80 and up, or $10 off their order of $100 and up from Shoemania. (Well, technically, it's $79.90 and $99.90 but those limits are so bizarrely rounded that I'll just make your life easier and round them up for you.) Just pick your favorite qualifying pair (of course mine are these zippered 'Tammy' heels by L.A.M.B.), and add them to your cart, where discounts will immediately apply. Best of all? They're also going to be sent to you via Free Shipping as part of this promotion. This sale excludes Ecco, Crocs, MBT, Mephisto, Merrell, Naot, Nike, Reef, Fit Flop, and ALLROUNDER by Mephisto--but, if you buy one of these excluded brands, you can have them sent to you by Free 2nd Day Air--like a compromise for not getting your $5 or $10 off. I think that's pretty fair!

Expires: April 25th, 2009

*Deal of the Week* Online Shoes Anniversary Sale

So, it's Friday the 13th. What better deal for today's *Deal of the Week* than with the 13th Anniversary Sale from OnlineShoes.com? Through the end of the weekend, you can save big on thousands of brand names. I adore these Carlos by Carlos Santana 'Python' flats in Pewter or Olive (seen here), now 67% off for $44.95. They look like they cost a lot more, don't they?? If you're going to go casual and comfortable, at least add some seasonal style with animal print design, add a little flash of patent, show flare with the inverted zipper accent (y'all know how the Style Bard loves zippers)--and you've got a stylish alternative to the everyday ballet flat that can be dressed up or down. Check out these and other discount prices before the anniversary sale ends this Monday.

Always Free Shipping and Free Exchanges

Expires: March 16th, 2009

Save 25% on Victoria's Secret Shoes

Today and Monday are the last days you can save 25% on ANY pair of shoes from Victoria's Secret. Pick your favorites (mine are these multi-colored Miss Sixty anklestrap pumps; y'all know how I feel about zippers) and enter code 25ITEM during checkout to see the automatic savings! This discount will only be applied to one item, not your entire shopping cart; Uggs and Frye brands are excluded.

Code: 25ITEM

Expires: November 10th, 2008

*Deal of the Week* Macy's One Day Sale

Today's the preview day for tomorrow's big One Day Sale at Macy's. All day Saturday, prices are down 30-85% off throughout the store. Take a peek now and save time in tomorrow's stampede, or shop online for a no-hassle win-win sales experience. I'm not privy to insider discounts, but I really hope some cute boots go on sale. Would you believe I haven't bought a pair since last winter? I want something like these 'Fulton' boots by MICHAEL by Michael Kors. We all know how I feel about a zipper embellishment, but did you know boots were the Bard's favorite type of shoe? Now you know.

Expires: Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Style Bard Splurges

As you might imagine, it's hard to look at shoes all day and not want... well, each and every pair. For every sale, I tend to pick one of my favorites pairs of shoes to be pictured, and as you can imagine, hypothetical shopping sucks next to actually getting to buy all the great sale shoes I stumble upon and salivate over. But every now and then the deal is just too good, or the shoe is just too cute, and I crumble. And that's what happened two weeks ago, when I ran into this Macy's shoe sale.

Now, several weeks ago I vowed that I wouldn't be buying anymore shoes until I made some room in my infamous armoire-o-shoes, since it's literally filled to the brim. Buuut I might have broken my word. But you'll see why; I couldn't help myself!

First of all, I've been craving zippered-up beauties from high-end lines such as:

by Sergio Rossi

and

by Christian Louboutin

There's just something about that extra flash of metal teeth that sexes up a shoe. So when I ran into the mall last weekend, I just had to "visit" a pair, which were the more accessible, affordable (and therefore all the more dangerous) 'Berkley' by Michael Kors:



The habit of visiting one's coveted items is a bad one, indeed. Every now and then, it turns into a purchase. If not the pair you came in for... then a pair you didn't even know you were going to leave with. Because once I got up close to 'Berkley', I realized the 4" heels were probably too much even for this talented high-heel wearer. After all, I'm 5'9" and there's only so many occasions to which to wear a pair of staggering heels. And you try only dating men who are over 6'1"! But then my eyes fell upon these:



A gilded demi-wedge, a peep toe and gleaming black patent. But most importantly, this beautiful slip of a zipper, giving the toe a gorgeous glean. And then? They were 40% off. And then? They were an additional 20% off because I gave $5 to charity (a promotion coinciding with the sale that weekend). And that's how I took home these beauties, my first zippered shoes.

[ETA: Whoops! I almost forgot the best part! These babies went from being $129.00 to $42 with all those discounts! And that's why the Style Bard is your shoe sale expert. And that's also why I truly couldn't resist and had to break my vow. Even in the checkout line, a woman watched me pay for them and blurted, "How did you just buy Michael Kors for $40?!" and I felt very, very proud of myself.]

So now I really, really have got to get on top of donating a few older pairs of shoes to charity...