Veterans Day

If you still have to go to work today you may forget that it’s Veterans Day, but it is! A day to honor all of our veterans who have kept and continue to keep us safe. I thought I would honor them the best way I know: shoes.

Over hill, over dale, we have hit the dusty trail, and the Caissons go rolling along. In and out, hear them shout, counter marching and right about, and those Caissons go rolling along. For it’s hi! hi! hee! In the field artillery, count out your numbers loud and strong (two three four, hut two three). And where e’er you go, you will always know that the Caissons go rolling along.

If you’re army, how about the Green Camo Boot by Ellie? A 4.5-inch heel, lace-up front, and pointed faux leather toe... this boot kicks ass and takes names. Like the Army. Yours for just under $62 from Beston.

Anchors aweigh, my boys, anchors aweigh! Farewell to foreign shores, we sail at break of day (‘ay, ‘ay, ‘ay). O’er our last night ashore, drink to the foam until we meet once more. Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home! If the Navy is more your thing, the Anchor by Ellie is for you! An adorable peep-toe pump with a five-inch heel, bow on the toe, and anchor on the heel... and don’t you just love the polka dots on the inside? Pick them up from Shoebuy.com for $72.

Off we go into the wild blue yonder,climbing high into the sun; here they come zooming to meet our thunder, at ‘em boys, give ‘er the gun! (Give ‘er the gun!) Down we dive, spouting our flame from under, off with one helluva roar! We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey! Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force! I sort of love the Wing Invader by Irregular Choice for the Air Force: not only the wings on the heel, but the snarling face on the front reminds me of those shark faces painted on the noses of WWII aircraft. These fierce beauties can be yours for $127 from Wayfair.

From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli, we fight our country’s battles in the air, on land, and sea. First to fight for right and freedom and to keep our honor clean: we are proud to claim the title of United States Marine. Nothing’s tougher than a Marine; you’d be hard-pressed to find a tougher heel than the Jamma by Vince Camuto. A thick 4.75-inch heel with spikes up the back, rockin’ snakeskin, a hidden 1.25-inch platform—oh, and a bow with spikes on it. Yours for $139 from Zappos.

We’re always ready for the call; we place our trust in Thee. Through surf and storm and howling gale, high shall our purpose be. “Semper Paratus” is our guide, our fame, our glory, too. To fight to save or fight and die! Aye! Coast Guard, we are for you.

All the straps on the Politic by Qupid remind me of the harnesses on helicopter rescue suits and diving suits—perfect for the Coast Guard. Plus they’re the blue of the ocean! (Though they also come in purple.) A four-inch heel, a zipper up the back... this is a beautiful boot, and a pair can be yours for $45 from DSW.

But seriously, thank you to all our veterans. A special thank you to my grandfathers (Papa Jim, army; Grandpa Chuck, Coast Guard; Grandpa Charles, army). You are a special generation, and I thank you for your selfless service. 


Sales this weekend: 
Aerosoles: all boots up to 50% off
Bakers: boots up to 40% off, plus 25% off any item when you buy a boot!
Bus Stop Boutique: Designer of the month: NICOLE! Pick up a pair of NICOLE boots or shoes & enjoy $20 OFF
Macy’s: 10% off plus free shipping using promo code VET15
Nordstrom: Half-yearly sale for women and kids
Payless: BOGO!
Steve Madden: free shipping on any order (no minimum) using code HOLIDAY
Lord & Taylor: 25% off boots, and an extra 20% off regular and sale prices with code NOV
Saks: Free shipping on all orders using code HOLIDAY