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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

On the Cheap (Hopefully): Boots

It's official: the brown boots from last week are going back to Nordstrom. I tried on some work appropriate outfits with them and they just didn't mesh. I felt like Courtney Love. And as much as I love a good costume, I don't want to wear one everyday.

As fun as they were, if they don't go with the clothing I already have, then I need to say goodbye.
So it's back to the drawing board. Per Jennifer's suggestion in the comments yesterday, I checked out Victoria's Secret:


YES. This is exactly what I want but can never find. They're $158, but maybe they'll have a sale soon. If not, I may just buy them anyway.


I'm also toying with the idea of getting a pair with heels. These walk the line between work and play very nicely. $148.


These are a little Errol Flynn with that flap, but I kind of like how streamlined they are anyway. I also like the price: $109.

Where are your boots from? Any places I should skip? (I never have luck at Payless or Zappos, sadly.)
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13 comments:

  1. JennaAugust 9, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Yes! Oddly enough my post today is about shoes! Go figure. I posted about a site that I recently started shopping on because the prices are hard to beat. UrbanOG.com (here is a link to their knee high boot section - http://urbanog.com/index_109_p1_s1_ipp999.html)
    Keep in mind they aren't name brand shoes (hence why the are less expensive) but they are still super cute!

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  2. Miss MegAugust 9, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    This is going to sound weird but try L.L.Bean. The quality has been great for me and the newer options are very pretty. I also love the 100% guarantee, so even after you wear them for a season and if a zipper breaks (which it shouldn't) you can take them back for a new pair.

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  3. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    You can also try QVC (it's not just for old-er women :) and Famour Footwear (I think they are currently offering a BOGO.)

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  4. Paige @ Little NostalgiaAugust 9, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Oooh, great tips everybody! I'm off to check them out.

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  5. KristenAugust 9, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    I have to say, I'm a Nine West girl for dressy boots (generally at the outlets or DSW). DSW generally has good deals and good brands, if you have one near you.

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  6. Shelley (EvenAndy)August 9, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    I have not purchased boots in a while (well dress boots anyway). I love the last pair that you posted with the low heel. Good luck in finding the perfect pair at the perfect price!

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  7. Paige @ Little NostalgiaAugust 9, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Kristen, I did find a pair I liked at DSW, but they were still $150. My goal is $100 or less, but I might just have to splurge!

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  8. StelaAugust 9, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    My favorite pairs of boots came from vintage shops. I have a hard time finding ones I like that are new. I do like the last boots that you showed!

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  9. JenniferAugust 10, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    These are cute! The ones I found were similar to the grey ones in the last picture. I hope the ones you love go onsale! If you have to splurge, well, it'll probably be worth it at least :)

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  10. Joy Page ManuelAugust 10, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Ooooohhhhh I love boots! Sadly, I think I'm going to miss them a lot soon as we're moving to the south in a couple of weeks :-((

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  11. KanelstrandAugust 10, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Oh, all of them look so stylish and elegant!

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  12. Bow Tied BeautyAugust 10, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    I love the pair with no heel, exactly what I look for every fall/winter and never seem to find!

    http://bowtiedbeauty.blogspot.com/

    xx

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  13. Athena's ArmouryAugust 11, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I LOVE boots. Unfortunately, I never get a chance to wear them being so dang hot in FL most of the year. All three pairs you featured here rock. My problem with most boots is that I need to have good arch support & cushioning and they usually just have flat insoles. =(

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