Shoes

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- The bloggers over at Feminist Law Profs consider whether a through-the-legs shot is sexist, but honestly all we can think is:  who let Hillary hem her pants like that?  [Feminist Law Profs]

- Warren Buffett suggests it’s time to stock up on stocks. [NYT]

- Six-inch shoes are apparently “flying off” shelves.  (Not into our closets, thank you very much!) [WSJ]

- Marie Claire’s latest money guide is fun — what women spend on purses, what it costs to own a pet and stay tan, and the top secrets of high-earning women.  [Marie Claire]

- Our favorite quote of the week:  Te occidere possunt sed te edere non possunt nefas est.

Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend.

We love to wear our Wellington’s when it rains, but the lousy thing about them is that they’re gigantic rain boots — it’s impractical to buy an extra pair to stash at the office, and you can’t easily tuck them into your bag to take with you if there’s only a chance of rain. Inevitable result: that 30% chance of rain turns into a flash flood on the day you’re wearing your brand new suede Manolos.

Fortunately, one woman has created a solution — they’re boots designed to go over whatever shoes you’re wearing by enveloping them in rubber; beyond the slip-free sole they don’t really have a “form.” Thus, they protect your shoes from the elements, but they also fold up and tuck neatly into a bag smaller than most women’s cosmetic cases — easy to throw into your briefcase or keep a pair in your personal drawer at the office. Available in black, pink, yellow, and green; they’re available at Shuella for $49.95. (The store is also offering free shipping for a limited time.) Shuella - your shoe umbrella

Georgina Goodman Women’s Ingrid Boot	Nine West Women’s Outdone Boot
$1,247.95 at Endless	$179.95 at Endless

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Ever since we read a Washington Post article suggesting Condaleezza Rice looked like a dominatrix when she wore knee-high boots to a meeting, we’ve been a bit apprehensive about wearing knee-high boots in a professional capacity.  So, of course, we polled you guys.  The poll is still open, but the answers thus far are in:

• 37% of you said sure, why not.
• 28% of you said no, never.
• 33% of you said, only if worn with dark tights.

We think the numbers speak for themselves — women are pretty divided on this issue.   (Our $.02:  If you’re a young woman who wears boots to the office, observe your office carefully before you wear them again to see if you’re the only one doing so.)  Some commenters noted this was an East Coast/West Coast issue — others noted that a boot with a low kitten heel (and not a stiletto) was appropriate for the office, as well as a boot with a flat heel.

Low kitten heels seem hard to find this season, but we must admit — the two above are super cute.

originally uploaded by Drunken Monkey

About a week ago we asked you how you handled the much-talked-about day-to-night transition — do you change outfits entirely?  change elements of your outfit to make it less business and more fun?

The poll is still open, but here’s how it’s looking thus far:

• 33% of you maintain elements of the same outfit, but change to denim or a more dressy skirt if you’re going out on the town
• 30% of you wear totally different clothes than what you wore to work
• 21% of you scoff at the idea of being able to get out of the office to enjoy a night out on the town. (Our unsolicited advice: C’mon, guys, you can do it! Youth is fleeting — and you can sleep when you’re dead.)
• 14% of you wear the exact outfit that you purchased thinking it would be a good day-to-night transition.

Since the majority of you wear elements of the same outfit, we couldn’t resist recommending this top and these shoes — wear the Velvet Leaf Dylan Blouse Cut Out Sleeves in Royal Blue (available at Revolve Clothing for $105) with a regular black suit with a pencil skirt and pumps, and before you leave the outfit, ditch the jacket and change into more trendy shoes such as these Nine West - Dasolina (Dark Purple Suede) - Footwear (available from Zappos for $99).

Some great deals to be had at Nordstrom, including new 40% markdowns on shoes.  Some suggested purchases…

Pour la Victoire 'Prudence' Pump, was $164 now $98

Rebecca Taylor Mini Tweed Pants, was $275 now $110

Belle by Sigerson Morrison '5364' Flat, Was $310 now $185

Save 40% or more on shoes. Shop NORDSTROM

Shoes.com has some crazy sales going on right now… in addition to the great sale prices, there’s this promo: Save 15% off your entire order, use promo code BTS08 at shoes.com. Some brands excluded. Ends 8/31/08.

In addition to these great shoes they’ve also got serious deals on Frye, Isaac Mizrahi, Aerosoles, and Delman.

Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend.

We love a purple pump — you can wear them with black, navy, blue, gray, beige — and unlike some other colors (green, yellow, we’re looking at you) purple is generally a flattering color against bare legs so you can wear them with skirts as well. We’d even wear these with gray pants and a red, yellow, or green sweater. Available from Zappos for $332. Kate Spade Kelley

Sacco has had various locations around New York City for 30 years. They’re known for having amazingly comfortable shoes that are stylish and made from some of the finest leathers and lasts. They’re also known for having some great sales, and the sale on their website right now is no exception…

The Chantal is a great basic flat, essentially; available in black or pewter metallic leather. Was $210, now $145. Although all of Sacco’s shoes are comfortable, this comes from the “sacco comfort” line, which means it has a rubber sole and extra padding in the shoe itself. THe heel is 1.25″ high.

The Sanders heel is available in black, camel or dusty blue suede (pictured), black reptile leather or black satin. Was $225, now $175. We love the cutouts on the toe, and the fact that the heel is only 2.5″ — very hard to find that height, it seems.

The Valore is available in espresso brown tooled leather (pictured), camel or brown snake print leather, black suede, taupe, or black leather. It’s a great basic pump from the sacco comfort line, and it’s on sale. Originally $235, depending on color, it’s now available for between $165 (e.g., black suede) and $215 (e.g., tooled leather). 2″ heel with rubber soles.

We lurve the Vallente, available in black patent, wine metallic, or gunmetal gray metallic. 2″ heel. From the comfort line; was $215, now $165.

The Gabriella is available in black leather/black patent, gunmetal gray with black patent, or all-over black suede. From the comfort line. Was $225, now $165.

Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. We begin the week in splurge mode, with our most expensive suggestions, and wind our way to Friday, where a less expensive item of clothing might be just what you need to make it to the weekend.

We’ve seen a lot of architectural-type heels over the years, and we really like these Mossimo ones — the peep toe, the patent look, the rubber sole, that cool wedge — and that low, low, price. Available from Target for $26.99 in black snake, pewter, and wine (pictured). Mossimo Verdi Wedges

Hat tip: Mahogany Glam