Shoe Sleuth: Gold Pumps for Girls Night Out

New York resident, Devon, recently contacted us with a fairly urgent request for help finding gold shoes to wear with a fitted black sheath dress and gold statement necklace for an upcoming night out with the girls. The catch: she needed something within two days and wanted to spend around $60. Also, since Jack Frost hasn't decided to leave the East Coast for the season yet, she preferred closed toes. The Shoes N Booze Shoe Sleuth scoured the sale sections of some of her favorite sites (paying special attention to those that also have brick-and-mortar locations), and here are the resulting suggestions:

Enzo Angiolini Persist Pump

This dazzling sequined Persist pump by Enzo Angiolini (59.95 via DSW.com) has a great ombre effect. After girls' night out, they'll be a go-to for wedding season.

Nina Edrica Pump

Encrusted in tiny rhinestones, this Edrica pump by Nina ($54.99 via 6pm.com) adds quite a bit of sparkle to your step. Bonus: the hidded platform means you can dance all night.

Report Signature Murphy Pump

The block heel and single sole on this metallic Murphy pump by Report Signature ($48.30 via LastCall.com) make it totally trend right. Plus, this is one you can wear to the office with a pencil skirt or out to brunch with a pair of distressed jeans.

The high collar on this Domina pump by London Trash ($69.99 via Bakersshoes.com) adds an extra dose of fierce to its look, and the pebbled metallic suede makes it glamorous. This one has a 5" heel and no platform, though, so a pair of cushioned inserts is highly recommended. They're a little over the requested price, but I'd say they're worth it.

Joan & David Amandie Pump

Even if it wasn't for girls' night out, this animal print Joan & David Amandie pump ($59.97 via C21stores.com) would be a must-have. Leopard print is the new neutral, so it goes anywhere with almost anything. Further, the glold dots add a subtle metallic sheen that seriously ups its style ante.

Devon, hopefully one of these pairs will carry you through an amazing night out with your friends. Feel free to let us know which, if any, you picked. Ladies, if you need to put the Shoe Sleuth on a case, please feel free to send a note here or via the Shoes N Booze Facebook page.

Celebrity Shoe Spotting: Ashley Judd in Alexandre Birman

 

Ashley Judd, a newly recognized image issues activist, wore a pair of metallic strappy Alexandre Birman sandals to a recent screening of her new series Missing (photo via Just Jared). Though she’s been on a press tour for the series, she’s been getting more attention lately for a post on her blog entitled “The Conversation”, where she discusses the way women’s appearances are (often harmfully) discussed and verbally dissected. I think she looks pretty good in this picture, and how can you not love a classy metallic strappy sandal. She wore a gold snakeskin version of Alexandre Birman’s Mia sandal (pictured below in gold leather).

 

Want the look? Try these:

 

Badgley Mischka Wallis Platform Sandal $245, Touch Ups Jaydin Sandal $29.50, Guess Tokenique Strappy Sandal $99

 

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Don't Mess with Me Monday: Giuseppe Zanotti Oxfords & Black Mirror Sambuca Cocktails

Mirror, Mirror

You're feeling a little grumpy today, huh? Well, lots of other people are, too. While a prince's kiss would bring a smile, true joy for you comes in the form of an enchanting pair of heels. These bewitching I86145 oxford pumps by Giuseppe Zanotti (available at endless.com) are sure to cast a happy spell on your day. They'll mesmerize anyone who looks at your feet, too, but they'll also send the message that you'll turn them into a frog and squash them if necessary. The pointed toe, lace grommets and 4 inch metal stiletto heel indicate your dominant nature. The metallic, slightly iridescent pewter color says you have a playful side, and the tongueless front somehow communicates just a bit of intelligent vulnerability. All in all, though, these shoes say you have wicked style. (They'll look great with a simple, semi-short dress and opaque tights. Get creative, but let these shoes be the center piece of your outfit.)

When you wear these shoes, you should also be the centerpiece of the room (because that's how you do things). That means all eyes will be on you, so you should be drinking something better than a typical girlie drink (your shoes look way too tough for that anyway). A "Black Mirror" will reflect your edgy side, but- like you- it's also surprisingly sweet. From the minds of the folks at the Darkside Bar blog, it blends Opal Nera Sambuca, Van Gogh Apple Vodka and Mint Liqueur with a little mixed berry juice and a dash of lemon juice. It'll have a licorice flavor, but the mint, apple and lemon will make it more pleasant. Enjoy it responsibly, though because after too many, you'll be more wicked witch than punky princess.

Yours Shoely!

Don't Mess with Me Monday: Jonathan Kelsey Cleo Pumps & Remy Martin Cognac

Get it Bronzed

So... it's the first day of a new work week and of a new season. Doesn't it seem like the Summer's serenity gave way to Autumn's structure a little too quickly? Don't go getting all S.A.D., though. The best cure for an approaching case of Seasonal Affective Disorder (at least for us footwear fiends) is a new pair of high heels. Don't lament the transition. Celebrate instead with this pair of architecturally inspired bronze "Cleo" pumps by Jonathan Kelsey. Their pointy toe and approx. 4 inch heel, along with the diagonal strap will give you a Judy Jetson meets Jessica Rabbit kind of sex appeal. It's rare that a shoe's winks to the future blend seamlessly with subtle nods to the past, creating a very of-the-moment, no nonsense look.

One good thing about Fall is that it opens up your drink choices quite a bit (enter, dark liquor). During the summer we at S&B stick to white and light liquors because the dark ones make us feel a little too warm. Anyway, tonight, drink like the boys and order a "Dream". A combination of Remy Martin Cognac, Grand Marnier and a little Lucid Absinthe, this drink is sure to help you shake of a case of the "Mondays". Beware, though, if you're a lightweight you'll want to sip this and limit yourself to one, or else you may find yourself in a drunken nightmare.