Fashion Frugalista Alert: Oxford Heelsby Mary Ann Romans | More from this Blogger 21 Jan 2009 06:43 AM
I just wanted to tell you about a very hot shoe that is very in right now. Many women love this show, and it also has gotten husband approval for being sexy but not over the top. I am talking about the oxford heel. This is a shoe that has been appearing in many fashion magazines as a must have. It is a boot-like shoe with a heel that resembles a classic men's oxford show, but with definite feminine styling. I've seen this show in two version, a shiny patent leather and a regular buttery leather. The oxford heel is selling most places, on average for between $60 (on sale) and $90. Higher end versions cost even more. But I spotted this same shoe for only $24.95! That is a great deal at about one-third of the cost (average). I really like this shoe because it seems versatile. While it is hot and trendy, it also features classic styling that should be able to last for a while. It is different yet traditional. I can see wearing this shoe with both dress pants or work wear. Plus, it would go well with nice crisp jeans. Because the shoe is more of a boot, it offers more support than traditional high heels, making it more comfortable to wear. Where did I spot this bargain? At Payless shoes. The version I purchased is the buttery rather than shiny patent leather. This is the one I saw at the store, and I prefer this, but it looks as though they also have the patent leather which is the more popular. If you choose to purchase the shoe online, look for coupon codes for Payless. Freecoupons often has good coupon codes for this store. Mary Ann Romans writes about everything related to saving money in the Frugal Blog, creating a home in the Home Blog, caring for little ones in the Baby Blog and now relationships in the Marriage Blog. You can read more of her articles by clicking here or subscribe to the blog using the subscription box on the right. Favorite Deal Websites: Related Articles: Learn more about Mary Ann Romans  Mary Ann Romans is a freelance writer, wife and mother of three children. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, the kids and a 16-pound cat. Relevantfrugal tags User Comments Tashi (1013) 21 Jan 2009 11:08 AMI wish I could wear these shoes! Alas, heels on the verge of three inches are evil to my feet, simply evil. I love the look, though. But it seems to be too high of a heel for what I'd be able to withstand comfortably. I'll still take a look at Payless, and on their site. Thanks! I'd also suggest checking out Amazon.com and Zappos.com for this style. Thank you for the idea of coupon codes. I so often forget to check around for those.  Mary Ann Romans (26886) 21 Jan 2009 11:14 AMGo try them on. I don't wear heels on a daily basis, but I found these ones to be comfortable. Community Tags fashion, frugalista, oxford heel, Shoes Discuss this article
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