Crocs: Love Them or Hate Them
25 Feb 2011 4 Comments
in Fashion, Health & Wellness, Shoes Tags: comfortable shoes, Crocs, Dr. Michele Colon, flip flops, foot doctor, foot expert, Footwear, orthotics, sandals, Shoe, shoe trends
When most people hear the word “Crocs” they either rave about how much they love them or can’t stop saying how much they hate them…it’s a subject that comes up in my office almost daily since we do stock and sell them in our office.
According to Footwear News on WWD.com, “Now that Crocs Inc. has returned to full-year profitability, the firm is looking forward to hit $1 billion in annual sales by 2012.” And when I hear the words “one billion dollars” to me that means people love them! Crocs will be adding new styles and more stores in 2011 to help reach this goal.
Back to the shoes…Have you checked out some of the new Crocs shoes coming out this spring? I had the opportunity to see some of them at recent shoe shows I attended, so here are a few to spark your interest:
Women’s with fuzzy liner
Women’s with sock liner
Men’s with sock liner
Sandals and flip flop styles
Athletic styles (seriously light weight!!!)
Kids’ Crocs
So…are you a (Crocs) lover or hater??? I would love to hear your comments to add to the ongoing discussions…
What? More Wedges? Yep, Look For Them This Spring!
20 Feb 2011 3 Comments
in Fashion, Shoes Tags: comfortable shoes, designer shoes, Dr. Michele Colon, Footwear, heels, hot shoes, jessicasimpson, L.A.M.B., Platform shoe, platform shoes, Sandal, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoe trends, shoes, wedges
Wedges, wedges, wedges were all the rage at the shoe shows I attended this past month! And they come in all types…open toe, closed toe, sandal, boot, ankle bootie, platform, etc. Check these out and let me know if you LOVE them, LIKE them, or HATE them!
Zodiac
L.A.M.B.
L.A.M.B.
Wanted Shoes
Jessica Simson
Jessica Simpson
Jessica Simpson
Bernie Mev
Love them or hate them, wedges are here to stay!!!
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
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Saturday’s Shoe of the Day: Jessica Simpson ‘Cheetah’ Pumps
19 Feb 2011 4 Comments
in Fashion, Shoes Tags: comfortable shoes, designer shoes, Dr. Michele Colon, expensive shoes, feet, foot doctor, foot expert, foot pain, Footwear, heels, high heels, jessicasimpson, Nordstrom, Platform shoe, podiatrist, Pump, pumps, Shoe, shoe deals, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoe trends, shoes
Jessica Simpson 'Cheetah' pump side view
I can tell you from personal experience in Nordstrom today that this shoe is not only beautiful but also comfortable for a 4″ heel. I usually don’t wear closed toe pumps because my toes feel crowded in the narrow toe box that typically are seen in pumps, but this shoe has a nice rounded roomy toe box which did not crowd my toes at all! Also, the cushioned insole along with the elasticized strap across the midfoot add extra comfort, which we can all appreciate in a pump. I mean, if we’re going to wear a high heel, any extra comfort is much appreciated!
I am giving this pump two thumbs up, one for comfort and one for style! 
And I’m giving the salespeople at Nordstrom two thumbs up too, one for being so attentive and one for having such a great attitude!
By the way, if you want this shoe, you can find it at Nordstrom for under $100.00!
Here are just a few more views of the ‘Cheetah’ pump:
Jessica Simpson 'Cheetah' pump front view
Jessica Simpson 'Cheetah' pump back view
Jessica Simpson 'Cheetah' pump in various colors at the LA Transit Shoe Show
FN Platform: Fall 2011 Sweater Boots
17 Feb 2011 1 Comment
in Fashion, Shoes Tags: ankle booties, boots, Dr. Michele Colon, fall fashion, fall must-haves, Footwear, heels, platform booties, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoe trends, Stiletto heel, wedges, zippered boots
I know it’s not even spring or summer yet, but the shoe shows are always at least one season ahead of us so that the buyers for the retail stores can see what’s coming out, place orders, and have the shoes in the stores in time for all of us shoppers to buy them!
So what are some of the trends for this fall? Boots of course! You name it…ankle booties, wedge boots, stiletto heel boots, open toe boots, sweater boots…
Here are just a few of the popular sweater boots:
Lisa for Donald J Pliner
G by Guess
Jil Sander
Fergalicious by Fergie
Kelsi Dagger
What do you think about the sweater boots? Love them or hate them? I have to admit I do like them. My faves from this list are G by Guess and Jil Sander.
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
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“If You’re Serious About Shoes…”
16 Feb 2011 3 Comments
in Fashion, Shoes Tags: Betsey Johnson, DKNY, Dr. Martens, Dr. Michele Colon, Footwear, Happy Feet, Ivanka Trump, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoe trends, shoes, Steve Madden, Vince Camuto
”If You’re Serious About Shoes” visit FN PLATFORM, The Shoe Show at MAGIC!
FN PLATFORM
This is just a little summary of what FN PLATFORM was all about:
FN PLATFORM, presented by the MAGIC Marketplace and in collaboration with Footwear News, presents the most comprehensive assortment of footwear brands at any tradeshow in North America. Featuring over 500 new and emerging brands in efficiently merchandised lifestyle environments, FN PLATFORM delivers comprehensive one stop shopping by showcasing the full range of branded footwear for Men, Women, Juniors and Children.
FN PLATFORM = More Brands, More Resources + More Connections
Optimizes brand exposure and connects retailers to the right brands through specialized retail relations networking opportunities that match buyers with exhibitors.
I just arrived at the show!
And these are some of the shoe exhibitors that I personally met, talked to, and/or had the opportunity to view their Fall 2011 Collections:
A-Line, Amiana, All Black, Angeles, Avia Kids, B Brian Atwood, Bass, Beautifeel, Bernie Mev, Betsey Johnson, Beverly Hills Polo Club, Born Kids, Caressa, Carlos by Carlos Santana, Charles David, Comfy Feet, Crocs, DKNY, Dollhouse, Donald J Pliner, Dr. Martens, Dr. Scholl’s, Earth, Earthies, Easy Spirit, Fergie, Gentle Souls by Kenneth Cole, Geox, House of Harlow 1960, Irregular Choice, Isola, Ivanka Trump, Happy Feet, Jessica Simpson, Jil Sander, L.A.M.B., Naturalizer, Naughty Monkey, Madden Girl, Nautica Kids, Nine West, Oh! Shoes, Nautica Kids, Paris Hilton, Penny Loves Kenny, Pazzo, Perlina Luxury Comfort, Polo Ralph Lauren Kids, Pour la Victoire, Primigi, Report, Report Signature, Saucony Kids, Steve Madden, Taryn Rose, Vince Camuto, and Zodiac USA.
Photos coming soon!
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
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Vegas, Baby, Vegas!
13 Feb 2011 1 Comment
in Shoes Tags: ankle booties, boots, Dr. Michele Colon, Footwear, heels, New Shoes, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoe trends, shoes, stilettos
I’m on my way to Las Vegas for the WWD Magic / FN Platform Show Shoe…and I cannot be more excited to see the new shoes coming out this fall! I know, I know, it’s not even spring or summer yet, right? I hope you’re excited too!
What I want to know is…what do you want to see more of? Heels? Boots? Ankle booties? Stilettos? Trends? New colors? New designers? Let me know ASAP so I can get some great photos and post them! Most of the shoe vendors like to see them posted for more free publicity.
So for this trip, what happens in Vegas will NOT stay in Vegas! What happens in Vegas will be blogged about!
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
Dr. Michele, The Shoe Expert
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Would You Rather Look Good or Feel Good?
12 Feb 2011 4 Comments
in Fashion, Health & Wellness, Shoes Tags: comfortable shoes, designer shoes, Dr. Michele Colon, expensive shoes, feet, foot doctor, foot expert, foot pain, Footwear, heels, high heels, High-heeled footwear, hot shoes, podiatrist, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoes
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Women were asked these questions about their shoes:
What do you love most about your high heels?
When speaking with women of many different ages, occupations, races, and sizes, these are some of the most common answers:
- I love being taller.
- I love the way they make my legs look.
- I love feeling powerful in my high heels.
- I feel sexy when I’m wearing heels.
When asked if they would rather look good or feel good, what do you think the most common answer was? (Let’s just assume that these are the only two choices…either look good or feel good…both is not an option.) Here are some of the comments:
- I’d rather look good.
- I don’t mind sacrificing a little in order to look good.
- I’d rather look sexy.
- I’ll put up with the pain of my high heels if I look good.
- I don’t mind being in pain for a little while if I look good.
This is baffling to most men and even to some women…but nevertheless many women feel this way and will not give up on their precious heels.
What would you say? What is your answer? Would you rather look good or feel comfortable? Please comment below! 
If you like this sort of discussion, I will post the results of some other polls I have taken on women and their shoes.
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Two Ten Day is Today! 2/10/2011
10 Feb 2011 1 Comment
in Shoes Tags: Dr. Michele Colon, feet, foot doctor, foot expert, Shoe, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoes, Two Ten Day, Two Ten Foundation
Take Part in a Footwear Tradition: Two Ten Day!
What is the Two Ten Foundation? Click here to find out!
On February 10, 2011, take time to remember Two Ten. Tell someone about Two Ten Footwear Foundation and choose from the list of suggested activities – or, get creative and start your very own Two Ten Day tradition! Want to go above and beyond? Turn “Two Ten Day” into “Two Ten Days” by running an activity or event all week – or month – long!
Ideas for 2/10 Day:
Round Up: Round up from purchases or donate a % of retail sales to Two Ten
Eat Lunch: Host a spaghetti lunch or bake sale with proceeds going to Two Ten
Donate Your Change: Ask employees to donate their spare change to Two Ten
Text-to-Give: Encourage employees to text 210 to 20222 to donate $10. For more info and terms, visit http://bit.ly/210Text2Give
Surprise Your Valentine: Sell roses at your office in advance of 2/14 and have the proceeds go to Two Ten
Recycle: Cash in office and lunchroom recyclables and donate the money to Two Ten
Apply for a Scholarship: Remind a co-worker about Two Ten Scholarships, deadline is 2/16
Like Us: “Like” Two Ten on Facebook and tell us what you are doing to participate in Two Ten Day
Follow Us: Follow Two Ten on Twitter @two_ten and tweet about what you’re doing on 2/10
Join Us: Join the Young Professionals for 210 (YPfor210) or Women in Footwear Industry (WIFI) community groups
Sign Up for a Two Ten Event: Contact lmara@twoten.org
Dress Down: Employees donate $5 to Two Ten to wear jeans or dress down for the day
Here is a little bit about what the 210 Footwear Foundation does:
Two Ten offers Financial Assistance, Counseling, Community Resources and Scholarships to those working in the footwear industry. There are no fees required, or membership needed to benefit from these services.
Additionally, Two Ten offers many opportunities for Community Building within the footwear industry including events, community service projects and online resources.
Two Ten Mission:
Kids Shoe Association: February 2010 Shoe Show
10 Feb 2011 5 Comments
in Athletic Shoes, Fashion, Health & Wellness, Shoes Tags: Athletic shoe, DKNY, Geox, Hiking boot, New Shoes, Ruby slippers, Shoe, Valentines Day
Living in Southern California definitely has its benefits. In addition to the weather being so great this past month, I have also had the opportunity to attend two shoe shows recently! (And next week I will be in Las Vegas for MAGIC…just wait for the photos and updates of the new shoes coming out this fall!) Back to LA…this week I attended the KSA (Kids Shoe Association) Show in Manhattan Beach. It was definitely fun to see so many cute, fashionable, functional, and comfortable shoes for the little ones.
I will highlight a few here and a few more later this week. The little boys hiking boots, deck shoes, and loafers were super cute! And most of us know that the little girls have to have everything that their moms have, so to see how fashion forward these little girls shoes are was an incredible experience. I think we can see how a girl’s love of shoes goes waaaaaay back…from Cinderalla and the glass slipper to Dorothy and her ruby slippers…
High top athletic shoes for girls with rosettes by Amiana
Athletic shoes for girls by DKNY with glitter
‘Karamel Corn’ baby girl shoes for non-walkers by Ragg with sparkle and hearts in red and pink just in time for Valentine’s Day
High top boots for boys by Geox with advanced technology for feet ‘to breathe’
Fit Flop sandals for little girls with sparkly straps
Jeweled and glittery mary jane shoes and sandals for girls by Ragg
High top deck shoes for little boys by Pediped
(I must add that the Pediped rep. was super cool, helpful, and said “we love podiatrists!”)
Mary janes and flats for girls in animal print leather by Rachel Shoes
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
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Valentine’s Day Shoes!
09 Feb 2011 6 Comments
in Fashion, Shoes Tags: Alexander McQueen, Carlos Santana, designer shoes, Dolce & Gabbana, Dr. Michele Colon, expensive shoes, high heels, hot shoes, Jessica Simpson, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, pumps, sandals, shoe deals, shoe expert, shoe lover, shoes, Shopping, Valentine Day, Valentines Day, Valentines day shoe sales, Valentines Day shoes
So, what does a girl REALLY want for Valentine’s Day anyway???
Well, if you’re reading this blog, it’s shoes, shoes, shoes!!!
So…in honor of THAT and of Valentine’s Day…here are a few Valentine’s Day Shoes for you…
(or for your man to get for you!)
Alexander McQueen satin heart shaped pump $690.00 at Neiman Marcus
Christian Louboutin spiked platform slingbacks $1195.00 at Neiman Marcus
Charlotte Olympia pineapple cage platform $1195.00 at Neiman Marcus
OK, those were some expensive designer shoes that we would all love to have and now here are some Valentine’s Day shoes that are on sale! And who doesn’t love a shoe sale???
Carlos by Carlos Santana ‘Fairytale’ 62% off at 6pm.com
Dolce&Gabbana lace overlay satin mary jane 60% off at Nordstrom
Guess ‘Hondo3′ open toe pump on sale at endless.com
Jessica Simpson ‘Aricon’ slingback 45% off at Nordstrom
Kelsi Dagger ‘Tiffany’ pump on sale at endless.com
Michael Kors ‘Berkley’ sandal 50% off at Nordstrom
Moschino Cheap and Chic Heels 70% off at 6pm.com
Nine West ‘Aleksy2′ 66% off at 6pm.com
Shane and Shawn Winters Sandal on sale at endless.com
What do I want for Valentine’s Day this year? I want to spend time with the love of my life, just the two of us, on a romantic weekend…and hey, if he feels like getting me a few pairs of shoes like he did last year, I won’t complain one bit! 
Dedicated to your foot health and to your shoes,
my Coach cage sandals that I got for Valentine's Day in 2010
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