Snow Boots

Sigh.  Yesterday we have a warm sunny day; today… wintry mix.  Not to mention the legit snowstorm we had last week.  Come ON, Mother Nature!  Cut us a break!!  This does not bode well.  Best to get your snow boots ready.

The thing is, though: snow boots are boring.  I’m serious.  They are the most boring type of shoe.  I’ve been looking for a new pair for myself after the frozen nightmare that was last winter, and it’s a total snoozefest.  Why do rain boots have all the fun?  Patterns, prints, bows…  Snow boots are a monotonous pile of black and brown.  As if winter wasn’t bleak enough already.  (Oh, and I don’t count anything with a stiletto or something that looks like you really wouldn’t be able to wear it outside in a snowstorm.  Tufts of fur do not snow boots make.)

I wish I had better news for you.  I wish I had better news for me.  But I’ll do my best:

The Valentine by GUESS is striking, with its wide black laces and big metal grommets.  The shaft is 10 inches high and 16 inches around, and lined with faux fur.  Also available in all black (BOR-ing!); your choice for $139 from Macy’s.

Admittedly there’s a lot going on with the Gwen by MUK LUKS, but it’s better than boring black!  Faux fur, sweater knit, faux suede… and Thinsulate for maximum warmth in minimal space.  Also available in a gray marl (BOR-ing!); your choice for $70 from 6pm.

There’s sweater detailing on the Caroline by Totes as well, but in a gray, black, and white print.  The shaft is 13 inches high and 15 inches around, and has fleece on the inside to keep your toesies warm.  Find them at DSW for $50.

Ready?  Bring it on, winter!

Super Bowl

This NFL isn’t going to let a little thing like a northern winter stop them from holding the Super Bowl this weekend!  Now NFL fans the country over will get a sense of what our Januarys are like.  Every single year.  Cold and bleak.  So very cold.

We have two out of town teams coming in.  The first is the Seattle Seahawks, the only NFL franchise in the Pacific Northwest.  Their colors are college navy…

The Skull Flat by Alexander McQueen is this fall’s hottest silhouette, with a subtle edge: the sequined skull on the front!  Ooh, me likey.  It also comes in black, but the blue is more fun!  Find them at Nordstrom for $645.

…action green…

The Evelixa by Nina is the bright action green of the Seahawks!  It’s a classic satin peep toe pump, but there’s a ribbon ruffled across the toe, which gives it just a touch of party.  It has a 3.5-inch heel and a half-inch platform, and is also available in red, navy, white, grape, and black.  The grape is fun!  But take your pick—they’re $54 at 6pm.

…and wolf grey.

The Tonal Fur Wrap Boot by Muk Luks is a boot-like slipper covered in gray fur… wolf indeed!  How cozy would these be just around the house?  Better than sitting outside at the Meadowlands, definitely!  Also available in brown, but I have to say, the brown is kind of ugly.  Stick with the gray.  Yours for $16 from Wal-Mart.

The Seahawks playing the Denver Broncos, whose colors are Broncos orange…

Ooh, I like these.  The Neevo by Ted Baker is a beautiful suede pump with a pointed toe, four-inch heel, and touches of gold everywhere!  See the little band at the bottom of the heel?  At the tippy-tip of the toe?  And the whole sole is gold too!  Also available in two other equally beautiful options (pink and purple)—your choice for $120 from Zappos.

…Broncos navy…

The Nikita by Fergie may have a simple silhouette, but the shiny patent leather and touch of silver metal at the four-inch wedge make it a little unexpected.  It also comes in black with silver, and a really lovely burgundy with gold—find them all at Shoebuy for $57.

…and white.

Okay, I just love these.  The Thora Evening Pumps by Badgley Mischka may look simple, but that flower… that flower!  It’s so sculptural.  It’s like pages in a book.  I am fascinated by this flower.  The heel is 3.25 inches high, and is available in a light pink in addition to the white.  Yours for $195 from Macy’s.

So wear your team colors and let’s hope the people in north Jersey don’t freeze on Sunday!

Sales this weekend:
Aerosoles: Take an extra 20% off boots
Bus Stop Boutique: Winter warehouse sale now through Sunday!  All shoes $25-$100.  Buy 4 pairs and get the 5th free!  Bring your own bag and they'll give you an extra $5 off.
Lord & Taylor: 15% off regular and sale and 20% off clearance with code FINAL
Macy's: Take an extra 15% off with code WKND
Payless: Buy one, get one half off
Steve Madden: Take an extra 35% off clearance with code 

Snowlar Vortex

Okay, Mother Nature.  You can just stop this now.  It’s been winter for barely five weeks and you’ve already sent us three snowstorms and two polar vortexes.  This last one was both.  And you’re sending more snow soon!  Just stop it.

But just in case she doesn’t, here are some snow boots that might help you get by.  Lord knows when this will stop!

The Gwen X Fairisle Snowboot by MUK LUKS reminds me of cozy sweaters, with its red and white print.  They’ll keep your feet cozy, anyway, with the faux fur collar and lining!  Also, I heart the red and white red stripey laces.  That’s a nice touch!  Yours for $102 from 6pm.

When it’s dark and cold, add a little pink to your life with the Women’s Snow Boots by Corky’s.  How can this color not make you smile?  Plus it’s lined with faux wool, to keep your toesies toasty.  They’re a steal at $36 from Overstock.

Ooh, I like these!  The Stormy Boot by Alegria is a classic rubber duck boot, but with a beautiful orange and brown paisley print.  And look at the little butterfly on the 1.5-inch heel!  The laces have a… what do we call that?  A toggle?  I think it’s a toggle.  Also available in all black, but… why?  Winter’s already dreary enough.  Find them at Zappos for $100.

The Shellista Lace Lux by The North Face is style for the snow!  It has a sweater knit upper with a water-repellant coating so water doesn’t seep in, a faux fur collar, insulation, lots of grip… and I love the blue laces.  (Kudos to all these snow boot designers who play with the laces!)  Yours for $167 from Shoebuy.

Okay everyone, stay warm, stay safe, and see you Tuesday, provided Mother Nature doesn’t hit us again before then!

Sales this weekend:
Aerosoles: Semi-annual sale up to 70% off
Lord & Taylor: Winter clearance going on now
Macy's: Boot sale and clearance-- save 30-50%
Nine West: Save $25 on $100 or more, or $50 off $150 or more
Payless: Buy one, get one half off
Steve Madden: 20% off $75 with code STOCKIT20, or 25% off $100 with code STOCKIT25