Add a little sass to your step without spending a fortune. These cute sandals are embellished with a smattering of colorful rhinestones atop thin straps. Perfect to pair with everything from shorts to dresses, they'll look right at home whether you're padding around town or enjoying a sunny afternoon on the boardwalk. Also in white.
An adjustable buckle tinged with substantial hardware lends these otherwise neutral heels an edgy kick. The taupe color makes them versatile, but four-inch sculptural heels render them especially appropriate for a night out. In four colors.
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Miss Trish of Capri Sandals - Ibiza or Bust
Stylish globetrotters adore Trish Carroll's signature collection of embellished sandals branded as Miss Trish of Capri. Carroll began her popular sandal collection in her Hamptons cabana store after designing for Celine, Missoni and Ralph Lauren. The cabana with a yellow tent was set up on the edge of the Wolffer Estate in the Hamptons in the summer of 2002. The line of sandals today continues to includes sea creatures such as starfish, turtles, crabs, sea horses and others embellished with coral, turquoise, and Swarovski crystals. The delicate sandals are an interpretation of the basic thong sandal and are part of the uniform for the best dressed set in beach towns around the globe. As you may know, Target has caught onto Miss Trish's success and launched the Miss Trish of Capri at for Target earlier this spring.
If you've been toying with the idea of finally splurging on a pair of gladiators but haven't yet found the right ones, these may do the trick. They're the perfect shade of leg-elongating, versatile beige, and they bring a little edginess to the look with their gold zipper detailing. Best of all is the completely reasonable price! Also in black.
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Road Test, Part 3: Reebok EasyTone Go Outside Sneakers + Win A Free Pair
It has been nearly a month since we announced our participation in the Reebok EasyTone road test challenge. Designed to give muscles a workout and tone legs while going about your usual daily activities, we've enjoyed wearing these while running errands, going grocery shopping and on recreational walks outdoors.
Our final conclusion? As stated in our past review, we do feel our muscles engaging more with every step, but mainly, these shoes are such a pleasure to wear that we actually find ourselves walking more often and for longer durations. We look better and see a noticeable difference in the tone of our butt and thighs since we began the road test challenge.
Keep in mind, the EasyTones look like athletic sneakers, so you won't find us wearing them with dresses and skirts this summer, but you can bet they will be our sneaker of choice when running around doing errands or walking around the neighborhood.
To find out more about Reebok EasyTones here or at reebok.com.
(this post was sponsored by Reebok)
Thank you to all the readers who posted comments telling us how they stay fit without hitting the gym. You've really inspired us to find creative ways to stay in shape while going about our daily activities!
We've chosen Melissa as the winner of a pair of Reebok EasyTones. Her method of staying in shape is practical and easy enough for everyone to try:
"I do lots and lots of lunges. Picking up a toy, lunge. Walking through the backyard, lunge. I also walk as often as I can. I like to park in the spaces furthest out from wherever I'm going and always take the stairs."
Congrats Melissa!
Melissa Harajuku Heels
They're sweet, sassy...and plastic. You won't need much convincing to step into the effortlessly glamorous Harajuku heels. They're designed by Melissa Shoes, a company that specializes in breathable, flexible shoes that are as comfortable as they are style-conscious. These are versatile enough to wear with everything from jeans to dresses, and the brilliant green hue is adorable.
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Simple Cushee Flip Flops
Sometimes a little comfort is more important than anything else, particularly after spending all day in heels. Slip into a pair of Cushees, made with eco-friendly hemp. The foot bed is cushioned for all day comfort, too, guaranteeing that they'll be instant favorites. In seven colors.
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zoe&zac Snapdragon Ballet Flats
If you've been making more of an effort to reduce your carbon footprint, look to zoe&zac. The new line of under $30 shoes and accessories at Payless is made purely of materials like organic cotton, jute, recycled rubber, faux suede and more. These easy ballet flats are perfect for everyday wear and dispel the myth that being good to the planet means sacrificing style. In several colors.
Road Test, Part 2: Reebok EasyTone Go Outside Sneakers + Win A Free Pair
A few weeks ago we announced our participation in the Reebok EasyTone road test challenge. These special sneakers are designed to give muscles a workout and tone legs while going about your usual daily activities. Excited about the prospect of working out without hitting the gym, we heartily agreed to give the EasyTones a try.
Since then, we've been wearing our EasyTones around town: running errands, grocery shopping, walks around the neighborhood, etc. The best part about these sneakers is the super-cushiony feel. After wearing them for several hours at a time, there were no signs of foot fatigue at all. We can definitely see why Reebok says they're 3X softer than foam based walking shoes. For this reason alone, we'll continue to reach for these shoes on days we plan to do a lot of walking.
Now the big question: are our legs noticeably more toned from wearing these sneakers? The answer is... maybe. In our efforts to give these sneakers a hearty road test, along with a few bouts of early spring weather, we've stepped up our recreational walking. We definitely feel more toned, but it's difficult to say whether it is from the shoes or the increased activity - or perhaps a combination of the two.
While wearing the shoes, we do feel as if our thighs and calves are putting in a little extra effort - mainly due to the balance pods built into the heel and forefoot of the shoes that work much like the core train ball used in gym workouts. Thankfully, the muscular involvement is subtle enough not to cause any muscle fatigue during your walk or aching when you get home.
We'll check back with you in 2 weeks to give you our full report and final conclusions. In the meantime, you can find out more about Reebok EasyTones here or at reebok.com.
(this post was sponsored by Reebok)
While we're busy testing out the EasyTones, we'd love to hear what YOU do to stay fit without hitting the gym. We're giving away a pair to the reader who gives us the most creative response, so post your comments here!
Fessura Rain Boot
Unless your umbrella is especially striking, chances are you don't turn many heads in rainy conditions. Then again, you aren't normally wearing these fabulous rain boots. Clear, comfortable and lightweight, the boot folds up easily and fits into the included tote bag. You'll also receive a pair of cheeky striped socks - or just show off your own favorite pair and be as bold or as understated as you like. In four colors.
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