Add a little sparkle, glitz and glam to your holiday wear with a little kick! Put your best foot forward in these festive heels.

1. Aldo – Durling – $100

2. Topshop – Luxury Velvet–  $116

3. ASOS – Hysteric Glitter Platform– $72

4. Nine West – Free Spirit – $109

5. Steve Madden – Parfait – $139.95

6. Bakers shoes – Showstopper – $110

7. Betsey Johnson – Caseyy-R– $129.95

8. Michael Michael Kors – Josie – $175

9. Fergie – Olivia– $110

10. Sam Edelman – Marina– $130

11. Enzo Angiolini – Thaddea– $119.95

12. Kate Spade –
13. Badgley Mischka – Wynter– $240

14. Nina – Pangea– $84.95

Loafers, yes loafers have returned and are in full demand! Return of the tassels, coin slots and now with a heel! These refined bottoms can easily be carried from day, cuffed bottoms and a cardigan - to work, pencil skirt and blouse - to night, little black dress with a blazer.  A great way to polish off your look! Shop this trend now!

River Island Color Block Platform

Alexander Wang ‘Anais’

Pour La Victoire ‘Larkin’

Naughty Monkey ‘Retro Glam’

Aldo ‘Bagnall’

Patchwork Patent Chain Platforms

Each of these items is super-effective and extremely friendly on the wallet, banking in under $15 each.

1. Peek-A-Shoe Pouch (above)
The only way to travel and keep your stilettos well protected, this hot pink storage saver also comes in handy for organizing socks, swim wear and intimates from going astray in your suitcase.

2. Perfect Polish
Like a piece of heaven for us shoe fanatics, who hyperventilate over the sign of a scratch, can breathe easier. The touch up pen’s carnuba wax formula removes scuffs instantly and even adds a little shine. We’ll take five please! (Notice the before and after below.)

3. Pedi Fume
We all have a little odor whether we want to admit it or not. Keep feet smelling fresh and bacteria free during the hot and hazy days of summer. Natural tea tree and cardamom do just that.

4. Sole Stoppers
These petal-shaped traction stickers adhere to the bottom of your soles. In no way at all shall a slip and slide be performed on wet tile again.

5. Sweaty Pedi
Made with notes of sweet lavender and vanilla, a few sprays will halt perspiration and blisters in a snap.

Crafting the hottest styles in footwear, J SHOES, the global brand favored by Christian Siriano, Jay-Z and Keri Hilson happens to be headquartered right here in Owings Mills, Maryland. Lucky for us! High on their hot list for spring is the Bloom. This open-toe leather, slip-on sandal echoes an international panache. Add the cushioned leather sole, and you have the most comfortable stay put, fit shoe ever.

A high gloss shine and adorable buckle, Hunter’s Wellington bootsmake us wish for rain. Around since the 19th century, we’re especially taken to splashing around in statement-making brights like their robin egg blue. Not to mention they’re great for keeping out moisture, these get five stars for quality rain gear.
       

Responsible for the creation of an entirely new category of footwear, UGG’s have spread from the beaches of Australia to the runways in Milan, Paris and New York. Igniting a new frenzy in footwear, we’ve rounded up some of our most loved sheepskin styles.

The Bailey Button
Cozy sheepskin with buttoned shaft to create a cuffed look

The Cardy Classic
A rib-knit with reversible buttons for three-in-one wear: slumped down, folded over or all the way up

Short Metallic
Shiny, bronze logos on twin-faced sheepskin

The Tall Bomber
An edgy boot with a waxy leather finish

The Striped Cable Knit
A two-toned contrast of stripes

The Highkoo Boot
Adjustable button tabs atop a rustic suede

There’s a mesmerizing attraction towards bootsthat overshadow the leg.

The Details

Material: Nappa leather
Extras: Rear zippers & leather soles
Heel Height: 4.5 inches
Designer: Alessandro Dell’acqua
Nickname: Italy’s It Boy (given for his men’s line)
Hometown: Naples, Italy
For the Record: Alessandro Dell’acqua worked alongside Gianni Versace and as the Creative Director of Pietro Pianforini, a luxury knitwear label, becoming famed for his talents with wool, cashmere and jersey.
Other Projects: Besides the shoe line, Dell’acqua launched a handbag, eyewear and a fragrance line including Alessandro Dell Acqua For Men and Woman In Rose.
Distinction: Sharp tailoring that unites sensuality and femininity
Clients: Jennifer Lopez, Courtney Love, Kristin Davis and Mena Suvari

Ankle boots like Le Silla’sstormy stilettos pair up nicely with deep florals and mid-length skirts making them just the right shoe for transitioning summery “hard to let go ofs” into fall. Not in the mood to bear skin? Ankle boots and skinny jeans were born to blend. Layer with a V-neck tee and open wrap cardigan for an afternoon out on the town.

Kate Spade’s shoe line keeps your feet in beach mode on and off the shore. Plus for a quick fashion fix, create a dominating duo by matching your lipstick with your shoe shade. Kate Spade’s Bamboo Wedgesfully intensify when coupled with a little coral coloring on the lips.

Baldan’sMary Jane inspired, show-stopping satin pumps are “high” on the hot list. Detailed braiding versus the 4 ½ inch heel juggles a sweet and sexy style regime. Plus, bronze embellishments for the clincher, screams flawless fun.

A muted pastel carries a dainty glow but comes alive with chunky buckles. We spotted Velvet Angel’s Charlatan Pumpsto join in khaki coalition and welcome the warmth.

Simple elements like cork and native patterns infuse a Bohemian feel to the beloved gladiator.

Quick Tip: Ever in a rut with nothing to wear? Printed shoes like Chinese Laundry’s Gladiator Sandalsare a speedy resolution to reviving the life out of worn out favorites. 

Frye ‘June’ Wedge Sandal with a signature burnished finish and harness buckle detailing is sure to become one of our go-to spring sandals. Perfect paired with flirty summer skirts and dresses, we also can’t ignore the fact that the platform heel makes our limbs look a mile long.
$202

Jessica Simpson’s Geni Sandalsmerge southwestern flair and summer fun with layered fringe and a playful tassel.