Need: Coach Rivet Sling Shoes

There's something so good about these shoes. Just the right mix of modern and retro, or rather mod and modern. They aren't at all minimal in the way that is considered chic right now, but I know that if I saw someone on the street in these, I would think that lady was rad.

Coach Rivet Sling in Light Pearl

Need: Sam Edelman Trina Sandals

Last summer I bought a similar pair of Chloe/Celine "influenced" sandals and proceeded to wear them literally to non-stop. The gold heel ads a little excitement to the classic shape and takes them from retro to minimalist. I will definitely be replenishing my collection this summer.

Sam Edelman Trina Sandals

Marais Spring 2012

Marais released their Spring 2012 collection and the wedges look fantastic. The tangerine ankle strap ones are perfection.

Via Camp Comfort

Need: Floral Dr. Martens

If I'm going to participate in the floral trend (and I am), I want to do it my own way. Plus, I've always felt that a statement flat helps you get away with wearing flats.

Dr. Martens Floral 1461

Need: Zara Patchwork Sandal

In honor of Zara's US online shop launching today, I have picked out my favorite item available now. The sad, sad irony is that Zara's shoes rarely fit me. They are often too small and I'm *only* a 40. If these metallic wonders did fit me, I wouldn't want to take them off. And in that uniquely Zara way, they draw inspiration from so many places, it actually makes them unique. How's that for originality?

Zara Patchwork Sandal, $129, at Zara.com

Chris Benz Fall 2011 Shoes

Ever since I interned for Chris Benz, I have had a lot of respect for him as a designer and a person. I've always loved his use of bright colors, layers, and vintage styling. One of his secret strengths is shoe design. When I worked there, he worked with Manolo Blahnik on chic painterly oxfords and for heels he would buy lucite pumps from the shops on 8th Avenue that catered to "working girls" because they made their legs look better than anything else. When I saw Carolina's photos of the wedges at his Fall 2011 presentation I wasn't surprised at all, they are both artistic and majorly sexy.

Via Fashion Squad

Acne Fall 2011 Brogues

I can think of no shoe with a better chance of retail success than these that walked down Acne's Fall/Winter 2011 runway in London. The formula? Acne sky high wedge + Prada-esque Brogue treatment + Fluevog's patented curved heel.

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Jeffrey Campbell Spring Summer 2011

Jeffrey Campbell has been enjoying considerable popularity amongst bloggers lately. You can hardly scroll through Bloglovin' without seeing a rainbow of Lita platforms. I haven't been a huge fan of his for a couple seasons just because his designs haven't been my style and seem a little obvious, but with his Spring Summer 2011 lookbook, I'm both back on board and late to the party. I'm loving the chunky platforms, seventies styling, and sunwashed colors. Sign me up.

Via Jeffrey Campbell

New Kid in Town

(New Kid Dreamcore Boots, New Kid Tonk Boots, New Kid Runstitch Loafter)

These shoes by New Kid are not my style at all, but I wish they were and would definitely be jealous of other girls pulling them off. Bonus, they're beyond reasonably priced.

Via Gargyle.com

Charles David Fall/Winter 2010

There's nothing like fashion week to make you feel like shoes are the center of the universe and your current collection is particularly inadequate. I took a look at the Charles David Fall 2010 after seeing a sponsored post they did with Who What Wear Daily and fell in love with their Post bootie (top). I love the tailored Alexander Wang vibe they have--perfect for marching around all fall. It is far more likely, however that I would end up in the Rally boot (bottom), short, flat, and something that might even look good after I scuff it up.

Via charlesdavid.com

J.Crew's Sale Read My Mind

J.Crew keeps discounting their sale selection further and in doing so, tugging with my heartstrings. The slouchy washed silk blazer is easy, the jumper is breezy, the shoes are perfection for me (I'm obsessed with gold shoes and don't really wear anything over 3 inches), and the sweats are on trend without being trendy.

Sigh, J.Crew, and the new Spring/Summer 2010 is just perfection. You kill me.

DIY Clogs by Maguba

Maguba lets you fulfill all of your colorful clog dreams by designing your own color combination for their four different clog styles. Don't have any colorful clog dreams? That's cool too, stick to the classics. Their clog shapes are pretty much as good as any on the market and they're priced similarly, if not cheaper than most. For me it's a toss up between purple and gold, so why not go for both.

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Svpply Suprises

Two new outfit combos inspired by my new favorite website, Svpply. Addicted much? Yes. Why? Because it corrals my haphazard online shopping habits into one aesthetically pleasing database. It's community-driven, but not oppressive to boot.

Svpply.com/ebmonson

PVC Converse: Do or Don't?

Before you pop on these stunners, you should make sure you have a pedicure, some foot powder, and probably a toe ring. Am I right?

Converse All Star Clear Athletic Shoe, $49.99, at Journeys.com

No6 Clogs Spring 2010 Lookbook

I don't have to tell you that clogs are so in, or that No6 has been doing clogs for years before Chanel got their eye on the wooden clunkers. I will tell you that the gold peep-toe strappy version is absolute perfection and that their new moccasin style is pretty cute too.

How do these stack up against my other favorite clogs?

Via Discotheque Confusion and No6

Rachel Comey Margiela-esque Sandals

I love these Spring 2010 Rachel Comey shoes. She always does uniquely chic and feminine shoes that have something just a little bit funky about them. This season she took a page out of Margiela's book for the cut-out wrap-around look.

Rachel Comey Campo Sandal, $315, at Creaturesofcomfort.us; Rachel Comey Alvaro Heel, $325, at Creaturesofcomfort.us; Rachel Comey Vincent Flat, $315, at Creaturesofcomfort.us

Need: Chloe Bag From Fall 2010

Last season it was all bout the Chloe bootie and I'm not saying I wouldn't kill for a pair (because I would), but I also appreciate the more classic look Hannah MacGibbon went for this season. After years of churning out "It Bags," it's also nice to see a simple bag that isn't really identifiable as anything. I mostly carry a vintage Coach bucket back in nearly this identical shape, but I wouldn't mind updating it with the Chloe version at all.

Via Coutorture

My Clog, Your Clog

My Clog: Clogs of Sweden Peeptoe Clog, $109, at clogsofsweden.com
Your Clog: Jeffrey Campbell Charli Clog, $125, at needsupplyco.com