Cuff 'em!

Scene:  You're at work in a respectable pair of black pumps, such as these.

The Rocha Platform Pump by Nine West is a classic: a black (or tan) leather upper, four-inch heel, half-inch platform, and round toe all make these a perfect work shoe.  And for $79 at Macy's (for a wardrobe staple?  made of leather?), they're practically a steal!

But 5:00 rolls around, and an invitation comes your way for a fabulous party.  What to do?!  Sure, black pumps are classic, but for a party like this?  And your pumps are the only pair you have with you!  You need help, and you need it now.

Answer: shoe cuffs!

Look at these!  Strap 'em around your ankle and any shoe is instantly snazzed up.  This particular pair has a faux leather band and two layers of peacock feathers, and can be yours from etsy seller jdotdesigns for $59.

jdotdesigns actually has a ton of beautiful options.  Look at these!

Pink and sparkly around the ankle, enveloping your feet in pink and black ombre feathers.  These are FIERCE, and can be yours for $49!

Feeling Victorian?  Less feathers, more lace!

Black satin, black lace, and black faux leather—dainty and dangerous at the same time.  Also from jdotdesigns for $49.

Feeling even more dangerous?  How about these leathery beauties?

These are actually made of recycled black leather, so not only will you look amazing, you're doing a little bit to help the environment.  These are available from etsy seller BagavondBags for $32.

Let's brighten things back up a bit:

Red feathers all over!  This pair is $63 from etsy seller AmorousCatsAttic.  And speaking of red:

Hot!  (Ha ha!)  This pair is red patent leather, cut out to look like flames!  Has black laces on the side to let you in, and is only (get this!) $5 from Costumes4Less!

Just keep a pair of these babies in your desk drawer and you'll be ready for any last-minute invitation that may come your way.  Right-shoe-for-every-occasion reputation intact!