Oooh, Shoes

I logged on to Piperlime today with the most practical of intentions. I was in search of a pair of black boots to see me through fall and winter. But instead of shopping for basics, I ended up drooling over some much more fun footwear. Such as ...

Ladybug by Chinese Laundry

Gouda by Nine West

Privilege by Carlos by Carlos Santana

Hina by DKNYC

Dahlia by Calvin Klein

Big Shoes to Fill

A trend I'm intrigued by this spring is the major sandal. There's nothing dainty about these thick-strapped, chunky-heeled, embellished platforms. I'd love a pair that would make a simple tank, skinny jeans and a single piece of jewelry look like a stylish, complete outfit. I can only imagine the adventures a shoe like this could lead me on ...

A quick search on Piperlime brought me to these:

BCBGGirls' Dalton

Chinese Laundry's Belgium

Pour La Victiore's Pascale

Steve Madden's Madalynn

Photos from Piperlime.