Absolutely fabulous/adorable new shoes!

So summer is FINALLY here and I've been scouting through Shoebuy.com looking for great shoes for now and next season. Here is what I found (note: I reallly want every single one of these shoes!):

  << Aerosoles Cot Machine

 << Aerosoles Suppel

 << Luichiny Sigi

  << Naturalizer Beven

  << Grasshoppers Marina Suede

 << Carlos by Carlos Santana Orbit

  << Tommy Hilfiger Fancy Slide

  << Skechers Features Exhibit

  << Naturalizer Regis

  << Dr. Scholl's Embrace

  << Carlos by Carlos Santana Conga

 << Bronx Mara 82667

I know, it's been a while since I posted here.  I've just been so busy!  In the meantime, winter is winding down and SPRING SHOES ARE HERE!!!!!!! 

Here's a taste of some of my must-haves for this spring (all images courtesy of http://www.shoebuy.com):

Allrounder by Mephisto Motion

Clarks England Vesta

Via Spiga Rialto

Franco Sarto Enticer

Rockport Providence

Nina Vespa

Tommy Hilfiger Tia

How do you know you're a shoe addict?  Here are some telltale signs as identified by author Susan Reynolds (see full article here):

* You still own your first pair of black patent Mary Janes.

* You had your wedding shoes picked out by age 14.

* You've moved at least five times and have never thrown a pair of shoes away.

* You consider shoe shopping a religious experience.

* Your friends cringe when you ask them to go shoe shopping.

* You buy plain pumps at regular prices.

* You own a pair of yellow shoes.

* You check out other women's feet/legs/ankles more than your boyfriend/husband does.

* You have a closetful of shoes and only three outfits to go with them.

* You gave your mother designer shoes for Christmas.

* Your friends gave you a pillow with "Imelda Marcos Wannabe" embroidered on it.

Haven't really done a good post in a while, especially on handbags.  Been really busy, but here are some bags I came across that I really like.  What do you all think?

The SAK Fiona Top Zip in Ruby - pebble leather bag with leather accents and antique logo hardware.  I love that it has pockets, a cell phone holder, a pen holder and slots for credit cards, so I don't have to carry around my wallet inside (saving space).

Ellington Taos Hobo - I like this bag as an everyday bag; it's simple, clean and can fit almost anything I would use on an everyday basis.  For running errands or just something you want to take with you to a casual outing, it's perfect.

Elka Well Suited F5950 - This is one of those dressy business bags that looks really sophisticated and professional (especially with a well-fitting suit..which is probably how it got its name).  The barrel-shape makes it trendy, while the black leather gives it a subtle elegance that can be appreciated by any woman.

Anuschka Wide Tote - I usually don't like printed totes bags, but this hand-painted tote is just too pretty not to like.  Granted I can't wear it every day with everything, it still has a cute charm about it.  The billion pockets inside and the space is nice too, especially if you lug around as much stuff as I do!

Merrell Pacific Satchel - Although this technically isn't a handbag, I couldn't resist including it.  This bag, which resembles a simple tote bag, is actually a fully-functioning traveling tech bag!  The pocket you see on the outside is the perfect size for a passport and/or ticket to fit.  Once opened, it has nests to organize your stuff, including a giant one to hold and protect your laptop.  The pockets are made of neoprene, so it's flexible enough to fit everything.  The inside is also lined with fleece for added protection, and the outside has a waterproof bottom.  Overall I'd say it's a pretty nice bag if you need to use it for business travel.  It beats having one of those big bulky bags that scream "laptop geek", with the ridiculous amount of flaps and pockets all around it.  This one is actually a bit stylish, I'd like to think. Works for me!

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