Archive for August, 2008

August 26, 2008 0

Beauty of a Boot

By admin in Boots, Coming Soon, What's Happening

Ya’ll gotta understand something.  As much as I love working for a shoe site, it’s a risky business.  Hazardous.  Dangerous, even.  Not for me physically, but for my poor pocketbook! Especially when I am besieged daily by such as lovelies as this line of Dansko boots.

Now you might be thinking, “Boots already?  It’s not yet [...]

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August 25, 2008 1

Don’t mess with the Tiger…

By Danielle in Celebrities, Video

…but more importantly, what we really want to know is, what kind of shoes does Woods wear, and where can we get a pair?

-Danielle

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August 23, 2008 5

Coming soon to a shoe boutique near you!

By Danielle in Coming Soon, Snapshots, What's Happening

I know y’all love to get the inside scoop about all the latest and greatest in footwear and fashion. I know y’all love to shop at my favorite shoe destination–Solestruck.com.
So, I’ve decided to play nice and give you a sneak peek. The shoes above aren’t even on the site yet! But you can definitely look [...]

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August 22, 2008 4

Bridezilla …

By Bryce in Boots, Snapshots, What's Happening

Neil was so excited when he received his new sexy Jeffrey Campbell 16″ shaft boots just in time for the party! His smile quickly faded to a frown when he noticed that the box had been put through the FedEx blender.
But never to worry, Solestruck.com had his back by including a custom JC [...]

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August 21, 2008 0

Shoestruction: Shootie

By admin in Boots, Shoestruction, Trends

As promised, it’s another Shoestruction post from one of your favorite ladies over at Solestruck.  Today’s topic: shooties, a compound of shoe + bootie.
Shooties, also called booties, ankle boots or shoe booties, are essentially boots without the shaft.   By definition, the upper part of a shootie ends at or near one’s ankle, and there’s usually [...]

August 19, 2008 3

Looks for Less Tuesdays: The saga continues!

By Danielle in Looks for Less Tuesdays, Trends

Couture is all around us! We just need to know where to look….
Which is why I’m back for another installation of the Looks for Less Tuesday, your resource for great buys that won’t break your budget, even though you not-so-secretly lust after those Chanel flats during your lunch break.
If you’re desperate to find a more [...]

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August 18, 2008 5

Fab Fridays Poly Bag Winners!

By Danielle in Fab Friday Giveaways

Thank you to all who entered our last Fab Friday Giveaway! We were impressed by how many people entered! Look for more Fab Friday Giveaways every second Friday of the month.
The numbers are in, and we have some winners!
The winners listed will have until Wednesday, 20 August 2008 to claim their prizes before a new [...]

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August 14, 2008 1

Shoestruction: Grosgrain Ribbon

By admin in Shoestruction, Trends

A little bit of ribbon always makes a girl feel more, well, girly.  But did you know there are specific names for different types of ribbon?
One of the most common types, seen often on footwear during various seasons, is grosgrain ribbon (left), which is created from a closely woven silk or rayon fabric with narrow [...]

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August 13, 2008 1

Word of the Week: Shoestruction

By admin in Announcements, Shoestruction

It’s been a while since I posted a “Word of the Week”.  I’m sorry!  So I’m making it up to you by not only posting a new word, but posting an original, self-created word: shoestruction.   Here’s what it’s all about:
shoe · struc · tion [shoo-struck-shun] – noun. 
1.  knowledge or information imparted concerning shoes, such [...]

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August 13, 2008 5

Heat it up with our Polyvore contest

By Danielle in Announcements, Contests, What's Happening

Wow! Can you believe it’s back-to-school time already?
While the weather is still holding up (in many parts of the country, at least), Solestruck.com wants to cool down the summer heat with a new contest!
Do you love fashion?
Do you love Rocket Dog shoes?
Do you love sweet treats?
Then this is definitely the contest for you!
We’re giving away [...]

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