Get the Boot!

When it comes to boots, I’ve always been a riding, mid-calf, or semi thigh-high kind-of-girl. Well, for some reason this season I’m all about booties!

The short ankle style has been catching my eye due to it’s tough-girl kind of vibe. To me, booties give an instant edge to various ensembles. Whether worn with cord or denim skinnies or with tights and a skirt, they’re extremely versatile and provide a cool, laid-back look.

While I’m not completely giving up my standard styles, booties are definitely a fun way to mix up my boot collection.

Check out a few of my faves:

Michael Kors ‘York’ High Heel Booties available here, $195

Sam Edelman ‘Elsa’ Corset Lace-up Booties available here, $150

Guess Platform ‘Pilina’ High Heel Booties available here, $120

Jeffrey Campbell ‘Chic’ Booties available here, $230

Vince Camuto ‘Dira’ Booties available here, $104.90

Steve Madden ‘Sharry’ Leopard Pony Booties available here, $70

Stuart Weitzman ‘Holdme’ Suede Booties available here, $198

Do you like booties?

Project Pavement


Move over Project Runway wannabes and make way for a contest that will have you “pounding the pavement.” That’s right, Vince Camuto, the popular footwear brand is hosting a cool online contest for aspiring shoe designers. Vince Camuto has launched an app that will let contestants design their own shoes or simply submit a sketch. The person with the most votes will be narrowed down to a list of finalists from whom Vince will choose a winner. The lucky winner will have their shoe go into production and will win a trip to New York to meet with Vince.

This opportunity will move you one step closer to achieving your shoe designing dreams! Also, please be sure to “like” Vince Camuto on Facebook to learn about other contests, promotions and giveaways.

Plus, one of my lucky BGG readers will win a pair of Vince Camuto shoes. Simply leave a comment telling me what kind of sandal you like the most for summer? Wedges, platforms, flats, etc? The winner will be announced later this week!

Pretty Peep-Toe Pumps!

While I was organizing my closet the other day, I realized that I clearly have an adoration for peep-toe pumps! I noticed that the majority of my shoe collection consists of this fun, sexy style.

I confess, unlike many fashion-conscious women, I am not exactly a “shoe person” per se. Don’t get me wrong, I do enjoy occasional visits to shoe stores, but certainly not as much as some die-hard, shoe-shopping fashionistas! I’d much rather go on the hunt for a flirty frock or a perfect pair of jeans, but apparently when I do go shoe shopping, it’s usually for one particular style!

Are you a fan of peep-toes? Do you find that you always buy the same shoe styles? Btw, I know that some of these shoes are pricey, but they’re still fun to look at!

Check out some of these (PJD, these are for you!):


L.A.M.B. Georgina Peep Toe Pump available at www.eluxury.com for $395


BCBG Girls Red Patent Leather Peep Toe available at www.endless.com for $88.95


Mossimo Vesta Peep Toe Pumps available at www.target.com for $26.99


Copal Peep Toes available at www.anthropologie.com for $98


Denim Peep Toe Pumps available at www.newportnews.com for $29


Modern Vintage White Leather Zorba Peep Toe Pump avaiable at www.bluefly.com for $177


Black & Red Patent Leather Peep Toe Pumps available at www.endless.com for $395


Christian Louboutin Covered Platform Peep Toe Pump available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $760


Mossimo Movida Copper Snake Peep Toe available at www.target.com for $26.99

Cute Kicks

I’m back from Chicago and I missed you guys so much!! I’m completely exhausted, but BGG has returned with regular posts. Yesterday was the first day I didn’t post anything. I was too tired since my flight was delayed 2 hours. Anyway, back to business!

Being that I have never liked the look of sneakers, sometimes a girly girl like me has to break down and buy a pair in an effort to stay fit. I hadn’t owned a pair of sneakers since high school until a few weeks ago. I decided to purchase a pair so I could exercise properly since we all know that stiletto heels and chic ballet flats won’t get the job done.

So, as I embarked upon my quest for cute, non-clunky athletic shoes, I surprisingly noticed that there were quite a few that were actually wearable. Now I can finally try to stay fit and still look feminine at the same time!

Are you a sneaker or as we call them in Chicago “gym shoe” person?

Check out some of these:


New Balance Women’s 893 Sneakers available at www.footlocker.com for $84.99


Nike Women’s Shox Turbo Sneakers available at www.footlocker.com for $109.99


Adidas Midiruv CS Sneaker available at www.nordstrom.com for $79.95


Adidas Women’s Amiya Sneaker available at www.endless.com for $54.95


Adidas Women’s Micro Bounce available at www.footlocker.com for $79.99


Adidas Women’s Mega Bounce available www.footlocker.com for $119.00


Puma Women’s Votaic Sneaker available at www.amazon.com for $75


Nike Women’s Air Max 360 III available at www.footlocker.com for $139.99


Skechers Women’s Bikers Grapevine Sneaker available at www.endless.com for $52.90