The best way to elongate your legs, without some ridic new surgical technique?

By wearing nude or flesh-toned heels.

The color literally goes with everything and looks classic and chic.

We love this patent Moda Spana 'Edda' pump for its understated simplicity and saucy peep toe, plus it's lightly padded so it's even pretty comfy too.

The best part? It's on sale from $80 to just $56 and overnight shipping is free -- yes, free (returns are free too, so no hard feelings if it doesn't work out).

Go nude at Endless!

Another day, another fabulous sale.

Today's sale and site in the spotlight?

Queen Bee.

Other than the fact that this is Blair Waldorf's (and little Jenny's for a brief moment) moniker in Gossip Girl and the fact that BussBuss got engaged on Newbury Street in Boston, where the Queen Bee boutique is based, we're loving that we can score dresses, tops, sweaters, jackets, shirts, denim and shoes by Tibi, Shoshanna, Splendid, Diane von Furstenberg, Trina Turk, Lauren Moffatt, Milly, Rebecca Taylor, Hudson, James Jeans, Dolce Vita and more at up to 70% off.

There's currently a great range of sizes too, but shop quickly fashion lovers, because they will go fast. Faster than Blair or Jenny can fall from being Queen Bee.

Take a peek!

P.S. Get free shipping on orders of $150 or more.

High-end indie-designer darlings, rejoice.

Ahead-of-the-fashion-curve shopping site La Garconne is currently in big-sale mode. As in up to 70% off. La love.

What does that mean for us?

Dresses by Alexander Wang, 3.1. Phillip Lim, Mayle, Jovovich-Hawk, Alice Ritter, Rag &Bone, Grey Ant, Opening Ceremony, Vena Cava and more marked down hundreds of dollars, along with shoes by Loeffler Randall, Sigerson Morrison and Maloloes.

Gorgeous tops and denim, too.

Plus, free shipping on orders of $200 and more.

And, get the cutest Belle Ingenue canvas tote fore free with orders of $150 or more.

Take a peek!

BussBuss just got back from a long weekend in Sedona, Arizona.

Though it's the capital of all things New Agey (not exactly our bag, babycakes) and is the home to scary snakes and scorpions, we couldn't help but be seduced by the red, hot desert locale's stunning scenery and retro vibe.

We felt like we were in that fabulous Kate Spade ad campaign from a few years back.

Which has us feeling all things vintage, colorful, ethnic and unusual and likely explains why we love these python-swathed wedges. That, and they just happen to encapsulate all the hues of the Arizona landscape.

Luckily, they also happen to be 50% off, which makes them a splurge within the realm of possibility.

Take a peek!

We can do without a resurgence of peasant skirts, thank you very much, but we do like a little Kate Moss-esque boho and bobo style every now and then.

The hippie element adds interest to an outfit and we're all about mixing high and low, vintage with new.

Which is why we're loving these suede fringe sandals at Urban.

Available in cognac, black or natural, we dig the Pocahontas-in-the-city vibe and love that you can score a pair for less than $30.

Take a peek!

As the weather warms and spring awakens, we've been desperately seeking sandals and shoes to give our boots a break.

The first pair we'd like to add to our spring shoe wardrobe?

These fabulous peep-toe flats.

Available in black patent or green or natural brown leather, the adorable ankle straps and ladylike shape evokes an Audrey Hepburn sensibility and the buckle and stacked heel keeps them feeling modern and urban.

Perfect with skirts, dresses, shorts, skinny and cropped bottoms, scoop them up on sale for less than $50 here.

Our friends over at Bluefly, purveyor of designer looks for less, just sent word that they launched b*fly, a new online boutique that links haute couture with casual wear.

In their own words: "b*fly breaks free of the shopping norms by enabling modern fashionistas to shop by trend and to mix and match b*fly's new contemporary casuals with their favorite couture pieces from Bluefly.com."

In other words, they realize people with great personal style don't dress head-to-toe in one designer and it's all about the mix (hello Kate Moss) and wanted to add much more hip, up-and-coming designers to their current roster of more established designers.

The best part? Like at Bluefly, the items on b*fly are up to 40% off.

Is there a chic way to say woohoo?

We're loving that bags by Rebecca Minkoff, Bulga, Goldenbleu, Alexis Hudson, Kooba and Kale are now much more affordable and that we can essentially find all the brands we love from sites like Shopbop and Pink Mascara always on sale (apparel by J Brand, Hudson, Twelfth Street By Cynthia Vincent, jewelry by Lee Angel, CC Skye, Rachel Leigh, shoes by Marc by Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Frye).

Pretty fly.

Check it out!

If you enjoy sipping martinis in the parlor, poppin' collars, crests, tennis, argyle socks and the general country club lifestyle, then click your croquet-loving self on over to Gargyle, stat.

Born out of a love for early country club lifestyle, Gargyle aims to revive and modernize its spirit.

Think less Ralph Lauren and more Built by Wendy: younger, edgier, but still aspirational and supremely well-edited.

We're loving Valentine dresses, Samantha Pleet rompers, Giles & Brother jewelry, Lorick frocks (by the designer who ghost-designed Blair Waldorf's mom's collection on Gossip Girl -- that's a mouthful), United Bamboo and Rachel Comey shoes and Karen Walker sunnies.

There are lots of finds marked down hundreds of dollars, fitting our very non-country club budget.

Join the club here.

As spring continues to sprung and the weather continues to warm, we're starting to feel a pep in our step.

And there's no better way to feel even peppier than by treating our feet to a new pair of shoes.

Gladiator sandals, pretty pumps, sexy stilettos, ladylike ballet flats?

All of the above?

Sure, why not.

Especially since Endless is offering $20 off $100 orders on select styles right now.

No code is required, simply click this link to activate and put a spring in your step.

As always, you'll get FREE overnight shipping too, so if you order within the next few hours, you'll get your shoes tomorrow and pay nothing for shipping. Worried they won't fit or won't be what you thought? Return shipping is free and super easy too (you have a full 365 days). We love online shopping.

Bored by big box stores and yearning to shake things up?

Click on over to Mod Cloth, featuring one-of-a-kind vintage and vintage-inspired looks from independent and up-and-coming designers.

You'll also find great accessories, jewelry, bags, shoes and home decor, all at incredibly reasonable prices.

Think of it as an indie Urban Outfitters meets Fred Flare.

We're loving the Tilly Bloom antique typewriter necklace, Anna Sui tights, lace ankle socks, graphic houndstooth scarf in pink and grey, Dreams of Paris pillowcases, Moniker Clothing's snip and shear tee and Architecture booties -- a mix between sandals and ankle boots.

Find your own favorites here!

We hope you appreciate and take advantage of our obsessive online shopping disorder.

On our latest stroll of the fabulous world wide shopping web, we popped in at Kate Spade and were happily surprised when we hit the shoe section.

Why?

Because of this quiet proclamation: "Purchase one pair of shoes and enjoy 50% off your second pair."

One.

Two.

We love you.

Take a peek!

p.s. Ends March 17, 2008.

We've sprung forward and are giddy about the extra hour of daylight.

To play.

To explore.

To adventure.

To be.

This spring, bloom where you're planted.

We've been loving Loeffler Randall for about as long as any self-respecting design addict (i.e. ever since designer Jessie Randall and her hubby's adorable Brooklyn flat were featured in Domino many, many months ago). And yes, we did buy the For Like Ever poster.

But as much as we crave Loeffler Randall -- the shoes! the bags! the coats! -- we can't always swallow the prices.

Which is why we're super excited about the new Loeffler Randall for Target collection.

While we were saddened there were no cute coats in the Target collection, the chic-meets-cheek bags and shoes are a good way to sample the up-and-coming brand without sacrificing next month's rent money.

Take a peek at Loeffler Randall at Target!

Shop Loeffler Randall on sale at Shopbop!

P.S. Get free shipping on orders of $50+ at Target.

Looking for fabulous party shoes for all of those holiday parties and soirees this season? But don't want to break the piggy? We've rounded up gorgeous holiday party shoes, from fabulous flats to sexy stacked heels and all the glittering gems in between (many under $100). All available at our favorite new online shoe shop, Piperlime, where you get free shipping and free return shipping, so you can truly be footloose and worry-free.

Take a peek!

We've rounded up our favorite cute ankle boots of the season.

And, all of them are available at Zappos, where you get free shipping and free return shipping too - that beats fighting the masses at the mall any day.

Take a peek!

In search of flat-out fabulous flat boots for fall that were made for walking? We've found our favorite suede beauties at the best prices (many under $100!) from fabulous online shops.

From soft and slouchy suede to preppy-chic equestrian styles, find your favorite comfortable boots -- with special savings just for BussBuss readers -- in our roundup.

Take a peek!

Halloween's all about the silly and so are these bunny wedges.

Beyond redonkulous, we actually have a soft spot for them. Perhaps it's that sweet cottontail or the fact that they'll also make a nice house-shoe replacement for our Havaianas this winter.

Whatever the reason, you can hop into them here at
Zappos.

As always, revel in free overnight shipping and free return shipping -- just another reason we're happily addicted to Zappos.

In fact, we think we just found the perfect everyday flat boots for fall: the lovely Intyce by Steven by Steven Madden. They're very Serena a la Gossip Girl (our other new addiction), no?

Pick up your perfect pair here at
Zappos.

We absolutely adore Kate Spade shoes. They're playful yet ladylike, always with a touch of glamour and sparkle tossed in -- a magical combination that makes us weak in the knees.

And we've been lusting over her party flats for what seems like an eternity. But $395 can be a hard pill to swallow.

Luckily, we now have an alternative.

Whether you feel like blowing the rent or are on a tight budget, you, too, can have twinkle toes.

Chic Thrill: Kate Spade 'Party' flat, $395 at Kate Spade

Cheap Thrill: Tribeca by Kenneth Cole 'Hot Cakes' flat, $47.50 at Piperlime

Fall Break: Get free shipping and free return shipping too. Plus, shop The Sweet Deal Event -- enjoy 20% off select shoes at Piperlime. Shop now.

What shoes are on your wishlist for fall?

We literally spend our days (and nights) scoping out pretty, clever things to share with our readers. And we're often asked which things are our favorites.

So it only made sense for us to share them in our new feature: Favorite Things.

First up, the only shoes we've ever had a love affair with, the Dolce Vita Ludlow. Le sigh.

To find a pair of shoes that go with nearly everything (dresses, pants, shorts) and that are so comfy from the get-go (there's literally no break-in period, we've walked miles all over Manhattan and San Francisco in these), is no east feat. Feet. You get le drift.

But we found it all in the Ludlow.

Like flats, but with a little lift, these Audrey-esque skimmers are for picky feet and for the girl on the go.

We have them in putty (they go with everything and the nude hue helps elongate your gams), but we'll be scooping them up in black, too. And perhaps crimson. And chocolate.

Buy them, and get free overnight shipping and free return shipping, at
Zappos.

Secret Scoop: The Dolce Vita Ludlow runs about a half size big and the leather stretches a little, so if you're normally an 8, go for the 7.5.

Like your boyfriend's cozy cableknit sweater for your feet, these darling ballet flats add a touch of Ali MacGraw chic to your style.

Paired with your latest wide-legged trousers, skinnies or skirts, we love the prep-school vibe, not to mention those dangling pompons.

Bonus: They also make great slippers (yes, it may be time to retire the bunnies).

Snag them in heather gray, dark chocolate, polar bear, crimson red or black here at
Old Navy.

Our eyeballs usually glaze over fashion ads in glossies, but the Miu Miu Vernice Pop Pump kept popping up on pretty pages everywhere and we couldn't deny its oh-la-lust appeal.

Seriously glossy patent. Deelish candy colors. What's not to love? The $525 pah-rice tag, that's what. Which is why we appreciate a cheap-chic alternative.

Nab the original, style lover, or opt for a cheap thrill in our newest feature: Chic Thrill ** Cheap Thrill. Whatever pretty poison you pick, expect oodles of compliments this autumn.

Chic Thrill: Miu Miu Vernice Pop Pump, $525 @ Saks (1 & 2); FALL BREAK: Get free standard shipping on orders of $150+ with code WANTIT through September 30, 2007.

Cheap Thrill: Pauletta, $59.99 (on sale from $69.95) @ Bakers (3 & 4)

Cheap Thrill: Casita, $99.95 @ Steve Madden (5); FALL BREAK: Get free standard shipping when you spend $150 or more -- automatically applied at checkout, plus get a 20% discount code when you sign up for the Steve Madden mailing list before September 30, 2007.

Louboutins? So last season. Also so mass fashionista. Searching for something truly one of a kind, under the radar, comfy and much more affordable, especially when you realize how many pairs of shoes you get in just one?

Look no further than Mohop.

Custom-made by designer Annie Mohaupt in her Chicago studio, Mohop is that rare experience where fabulous customer service, fabulous packaging and fabulous product create an online shopping trifecta.

Composed of rubber soling made from recycled tires (very eco-chic), a Finnish birch plywood core, and topped with various select veneers, what really makes Mohop shoes unique is the patent-pending strapping system, where you can customize your shoes by changing the ribbons that tie the shoes on (it's super easy and fun!).

How does it work? Once at Mohop, select your heel height. Then choose your fave base style. Next, find your exact size by printing out a paper cutout (so much more fun than checking Perez for the latest H'wood scoop -- trust us). Then, select the ribbons you want.

Different lengths and styles of ribbons can be used to achieve a virtually infinite number of looks with just one pair of wooden bottoms (we heart versatility). As Annie says: "Now anybody can play Imelda Marcos without requiring the budget and storage space for 5,000 shoes."

Before checking out, be sure to use coupon code BUSSMO25 for a lovely 25% off exclusively for BussBuss readers (expires September 30, 2007 so do not delay).

Prepare to fall in love at Mohop.

Grommets and studs. Jewel tones. Grey is the new black. Patents and metallics continue to shine.

These are just a few of the trends that are hot for fall. And you can get in on the trends with just your shoes alone.

We're loving nearly everything Nine West is dishing out this season.

They may not be coveted Manolos or Louboutins, but we also won't be weeping when we get caught in the rain or scuff them on the city pavement.

Sizzle in some fatty t-straps this fall or prance about town like the gamine you are in embellished flats.

Get right with jewel tones (so romantic and chic) or toughen up with grommet-adorned flats.

And don’t forget to have a grey day (the new neutral for fall).

Spy your next pair here at Nine West.

We loved the original Zappos, the shoe site that also sold some handbags and became popular for their fab shipping and return policy: free shipping and free return shipping for 365 days.

But now we're over the moon. Why? Zappos now sells clothing too, including swimsuits. And yes, that same shipping and return policy applies. In fact, they now offer free overnight shipping on everything (seriously).

You know how we feel about instant gratification and it doesn't get more instant in the world of online shopping than free overnight shipping.

But we're most grateful that we never again have to face those horrid dressing room lights. There is a shopping god.

We're also loving Zappos Couture, which offers higher-end bags, shoes, accessories and clothing from Goldenbleu, Hollywould, Kate Spade, Cole Haan, Marc Jacobs, Sigerson Morrison, Costume National y muchas mas.

Indulge in free overnight shipping, and the fabulousness that is the future of online shopping, right here at Zappos.

We love entrepreneurs, especially ones who fill a niche and are passionate about what they're doing, whether it's the salacious Perez Hilton or the clever Sarah Blakely of Spanx fame.

Which is exactly what chic entrepreneuress Natalie Massenet did (see her write-up in this month's Vogue July issue). As the founder of Net-a-porter (a cheeky play on pret-a-porter), she serves up delicious doses of luxury designer goodies that you can't find anywhere else online.

Think clothing, bags, shoes and accessories by Chloe, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs, Fendi, Oscar de la Renta, 3.1. Phillip Lim, Christian Louboutin, Alexander McQueen, Michael Kors and Stella McCartney, to namedrop a few.

We love scouring the sale section, where we're currently drooling over these glam Miu Miu ballerina flats and pintuck dress (both half off!).

If you're a luxe-loving designer darling, find your faves by shopping Net-a-porter.

P.S. Wonder what happened to Girlshop? They closed their doors last month, but never fear, Net-a-porter purchased Girlshops's customer list and is offering their higher-end wares to Girlshop refugees.

On a recent jaunt to Mannyhatty, we frantically popped into Steve Madden in SoHo, desperately seeking shoes to perfect a new dress we just scored at Calvin Tran on Mulberry Street. Despite there being more people inside the store than on the streets of bustling Broadway, we managed to find the perfect pair of pumps without going postal (barely), though we did nickname the shop Steve Maddening.

But why face-off with the fashionista crowds when you can click, shop and ship instead? We let our fingers do the shopping once back at home, only to discover many more shoe lovelies we'd rather not live without. The best part? Shoes channeling Chloe, Christian Loubitan and Tory Burch, but made for a working girl's wallet. Plus, you can even create a custom pair of shoes online. Simply choose your style, heel, colors and size and you'll never fear rocking the same pair as anyone else ever again.

Find (or make) your perfect pair right here at Steve Madden, where you'll always conveniently be first in line.

High heels only work in our new town of San Francisco when we're walking uphill (hello insta-flats!), which means that when we're girl-about-towning (and our personal driver is unavailable), true flats are key.

But now that it's spring, we wanna wiggle our toes some and have an alternative to our trusty ballet flats, which is why these Cocobelle city sandals are looking ultra appealing. The glam antique brass studs give them edge, plus they'll pair well with all the babydoll frocks and mod shifts we'll be rocking this season.

Slide into gladiator-glam style right here at Shopbop.

p.s. Shipping is free!

We're a bit shoe obsessed these days and though our champagne and lollypops lifestyle (re: sophisticated but playful, glamorous yet girly, luxe-loving yet aware that we weren't born with a trust fund) often prevents us from overindulging in designer goodies, this time we don't have to choose between shoes and, um, rent.

Nanette Lepore's new line for Keds gives us the playfulness and style of Nanette's higher-end designer line but with more of a Keds (plus a little extra) price tag.

We heart the script-print and leopard sandals the most, but the Mischa Barton-starring ads make us contemplate the skimmers as well for our upcoming poolside rendezvous (re: much-needed vacay). Pick your poison right here at Keds.

P.S. Nab free standard shipping with orders of $75+ with code FREESHIP07 at checkout.

We'll take any excuse to treat ourselves to a new pair of shoes, so when we recalled that Easter's just around the corner, we exhaled 'thank you, Jesus.'

Perfect to pair with a springy frock (um, time for a new Easter dress, too, we suppose), these bright tropical floral-print slingback espadrilles are pure happiness. Pick up a pair right here at Anthropologie.

Be warned: There are a kazillion shoe lovelies to choose from right now at Anthro, so proceed with caution -- or reckless abandon -- we won't judge.

While we thought it was quite preposterous that Oprah once said how affordable Tory Burch's $300+ tunics were (um, they are a steal for a billionairess we suppose), we have been contemplating a pair of Tory Burch 'Reva' ballerina flats ever since we first laid lustful eyes on them many months ago.

Now that we've seen a near identical version, the Libby Flat by Wanted, at Delia's though (for $160 less), we're reconsidering. Pick your favorite version at either Tory Burch or right here at Delia's.

P.S. Enjoy FREE SHIPPING on orders over $75 at Delias with code DTCAFF through 4/1/07.

Shoes go sky-high as heavy, chunky and sculptural platforms and wedges become the higher standard.

Also reaching new heights: hemlines. Get those legs ready (self tanner should be your new BFF), as mod minis are a must and short shorts become the new {click here to read more...}

We clearly love a brilliant idea and this inside-of-the-box thinking had us at 'Manolo.' Shoe Stor boxes were created by a husband for his wife (and his sanity) because she never could find her shoes. His solution? Clear, ventilated, stackable boxes that fold away when not in use. It's that folding away part that has space-starved fashionistas and the organizationally challenged alike all abuzz.

And, unlike other boxes, these open at the end, so you don't have to pull out the entire box and remove the lid to retrieve your treasured shoes – or handbags or belts or ribbons or love notes or, well, you get the idea. Get it together and score your slice of sanity right here at Shoe Stor.

BONUS: BussBuss readers score 15% off with code BussBuss at checkout through 2/28/07.

What happens when two childhood friends, one a former jewelry designer and the other a shoe maven, get together? Shewlery, that's what. Yup, jewelry for your shoes, Shewlery kicks your boots up a notch with drapey chains, velvet ribbons, funky beads and sweet charms. We dig the Rich Girl, a chain with velvet ribbon that resembles the very trendy CC SKYE bracelets that were such a hit last year (Nicole Richie rawked hers more than once).

Find your own faves and give your shoes a makeover right here at Shewlery.

Plus, BussBuss readers score an exclusive 20% off with code Buss20 at checkout through 2/28/07.

Valentine's Day is all about love and we love showing ours with thoughtful and uncommonly fabulous gifts. Okay, maybe that's how we like to receive love too (big shockaroo, we know).

Let your special someone know you care -- and take the stress out of shopping for the big red, white and pink holiday -- with our lovely Valentine's Day Gift Guide.

Today's DailyBuss is a new installment of our style and shopping advice column Kelly's Klicks. A very lucky but perplexed reader, Shari W., wrote in asking what coats would look best with her new Michael Kors Harness Slouch Boots.

To nab the answer or just to see some great sites where you can score fabulous shoes and coats, head here to Kelly's Klicks.

Shoe-lubbers and bag ladies rejoice, there's yet another site vying for our affection. Amazon has just unveiled Endless, an entire site dedicated to shoes and accessories. Find BCBG Max Azria, Charles David, Bronx, farylrobin, Steve Madden, Two Lips, Betsey Johnson, HOBO International and loads more, even Nahui Ollin's handmade candy-wrapper bags.

The huge selling point? Free overnight shipping (no joke), plus free return shipping, 365-day returns and a 110% price guarantee. That means you can order it, pay zilch for shipping, try it out at home and if you don't quite love it or need a different color or size or decide you don't want it at all, you can ship it right back for free. Scope out all of your stylish options right here at Endless.

In pursuit of even more darling holiday party dresses, we came across these amazing embossed leather flats at Anthropologie here. We are in love and want them in every yummy shade: tangerine, eggplant and graphite blue.

Plus, the tangerines would look really fresh with this sparkling satin dress and the eggplants paired with this ivory shift would be very unexpected at a holiday bash – in a good way.

P.S. Need a fab gift for that hostess with the mostest, a coworker, pet, lil one, grandparents or fave family? Check out tomorrow's Holiday Gift Guide for Everyone Else, including great stocking stuffers too!

It's not as if you don't realize it's nearly the season to be jolly. It's just that you don't exactly have all the time and energy in the world to go fight the masses at the oh-so-boringly mainstream mall. After all, you have champagne to sip and lollypops to lick. Well sit back, uncork and relax as we present our gift to you this holiday season - fabulous gifts for everybody on your list (with exclusive coupon codes too!). Amazing things for all the ladies you love - and in every price range (with no long lines or snotty salespeople in sight). So go on, give the gift of originality and style this year. They deserve it - and so do you.

Click here to shop the Gift Guide For Her!

It recently came to our attention that many of our (awesome) subscribers had no idea about the other great content that BussBuss has on our site. So we gave ourselves a little makeover! Check out BussBuss, which now is a lot easier to navigate. We're still updating and improving, but already you can:

- Browse The DailyBuss archives from the front page and shop by category (bags, clothing, indie, etc.)

- Access all of our trend, shopping and gift guides (be on the lookout next week for our Annual Holiday Gift Guides!)

- Email in any of your style and shopping questions to our Kelly's Klicks column – it's like having your own personal shopper, for free! (Check out this week's Q&A on what shoes to wear with skinny jeans and where to get them.)

- Also, check in with our blog where you'll find shopping and fashion party listings and invites and sales listings too (not everything fits in The DailyBuss so we put it here; hint: score Myna Bags at up to 75% off!).

Click here to get style advice on how to wear the new skinny jeans in Kelly's Klicks!

And scope out the revamped site here at BussBuss.com!

P.S. If you have any tips, suggestions or things you'd like to see more of, email us at editor@bussbuss.com - we love hearing from YOU!

Even with Oprah's endorsement yesterday of Cole Haan heels with Nike Air technology, we know in our hearts (and toes) that flats will always be comfier. Which is really important to grasp in a city where you constantly walk everywhere. Plus, ballet flats are chic and timeless in an Audrey Hepburn kind of way, and she is our all-time style crush, after all.

Right now we're loving these spotted Jeffrey Campbell flats at the amazing shoe, handbag and accessories shop Plaza Too. We're also swooning over the cute leopard headband, Murval wallpaper tote and fabulous riding boots, not to mention the Viv & Ingrid and Alexis Bittar jewels.

Discover your own favorites to complete your fall look right here at Plaza Too. Plus, score free shipping on orders of $200+ to anywhere in the U.S.

We've just returned from a trip to the Austrian countryside and these boots couldn't be more appropriate. Luckily, they'll also come in handy here in New York this autumn. Because we all know before the beautiful first blanket of winter snow comes pesky fall rain -- and even some sleet. Hard to imagine on a gorgeous sunny day like today, but forward-thinking stylistas know to always be prepared. Plus, the preppy equestrian style is irresistible.

Sport these with tucked-in denim and a crisp white button-down and you'll be ready to ride. Even if what you're riding is just the 6 train. Pick up your pair of wellies right here at J.Crew.

By now, we're certain you've noticed all the rage over the patent pumps trend. It started with Christian Louboutin, then trickled down to those of us not quite up for spending $500+ on shoes that will undoubtedly hurt with knockoffs by Jessica Simpson and Steve Madden -- in the $80 range -- to name a few. But why spend $80 when you can throw down less than $30?

Mossimo pumps and slingbacks look nearly identical, minus that famous red sole of course, and won't break the bank. Score a pair or two right here at the always-reliable Target. Then take your extra $500 and buy yourself a brand new shiny plane ticket to Europe – where BussBuss will be later this week (check the blog for stylish adventures abroad!) – perhaps sightseeing in these very same shoes. Auf Wiedersehen!

Vintage glam and lady-like looks are big this season. But we like our lady-likeness in small doses and figured you might, too. The perfect RX? This smashing pair of velvet pumps, available in black velvet, chocolate velvet and green velvet, as well as grape, bronze and black. A subtle rhinestone accent puts this pair over the edge. Pick up a pair in your fave hue at Nordy's website. Plus, get free shipping on your entire order when you buy a pair of shoes! Get all of the details here.

Sometimes, when the world seems so ugly, it helps to surround yourself with pretty things. And since most of us won't be hanging out with any of the Kates any time soon (Hudson, Bosworth, Moss, Holmes, just to name a few), may we suggest starting with your footsies? These deliciously dark chocolate heels are perfect for fall (yes, it really is right around the corner already!). In sexy suede and patent leather, with rich velvet and gold metallic accents, we're head over heels for these, um, well, heels. Add a little pretty to your life with the Franco Sarto Proud (top) or the Franco Sarto Cirio (bottom), each $88.95, at shoebuy.com. And as a pretty perk, get free shipping and free return shipping too. Plus, with this link, get $5 off your order of $50 or more -- just enter code 'BUY5' at checkout!

A girl needs something with a lil shimmer to bottom off her summer goddess look and these golden thong sandals fit the bill. Simple, sexy and incredibly versatile, they're also a steal at just $14.99. Who knew you could get such fab kicks so inexpensively? Slide into your own cheap-chic pair of Kupid Strippy Thongs at Payless.

Like most things Isaac Mizrahi, these sweet and stylish slides are simply darling. And like most things Isaac Mizrahi for Target, they'll be snatched up faster than an easy girl on prom night, so if you snooze you lose cute shoes! Scoop up a pair for yourself, in green, pink or navy, before they're all gone, for just $19.99 at Target.

Slide into two of spring's hottest trends (wedges and turquoise) without breaking the piggy. These polka dot and cherry espadrilles are fruity and fun and even have cute ribbon ankle ties. Best of all, they're just $25 at flipfloptrunkshow.com. Yum!

Finding cute shoes that you can walk around in all day is perhaps one of the biggest challenges facing urban fashionistas today. It's an epidemic, really. So when BussBuss slid into these pillowy soft slides yesterday, she was hooked. Perfect with summer dresses, skirts, pants and shorts, these Born slides are so soft you'll find yourself wearing them all day, and night, long. We're partial to the bright pink with lime green accents, but the black, camel and oyster are equally divine. Pick up a pair for $74.95 at
nordstrom.com.

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Punch up your standard routine with fun colors and prints. Cute and cheap-chic? These canvas slip on flats bursting with hearts, stars and funky fruit. Slide into a sweet pair for just $24 each at delias.com.

Looking to add a little funk and whimsy to your wardrobe? Look no further. These Seychelles hi-tops are embroidered with monkeys, hot air balloons, and hummingbirds, each featuring their own pretty print on the inside, and will perk up any outfit instantly. BussBuss went bananas over the yellow kicks with monkeys! Scoop up your fave style for $85 at oliveandbettes.com. Not your cup of cocoa? Check out the green 'Walk in the park' mocs instead!

Baby, it's cold outside. Which means it's time for toasty slippers inside. But that doesn't mean you have to look like a frumpy grandmama. Oh no, you can still do the slipper thing in chic Audrey style with a pair of Eileen Slippers from Anthropologie. These darling herringbone slippers, available in brown with pink grosgrain ribbon or black with blue grosgrain ribbon, have cushioned leather insoles and suede soles, making them as comfy as they are cute. Scoop up a pair for just $32. They'd also make a sweet Valentine's Day gift for any lucky lady.

After the big ol' blizzard we had this weekend, I learned a very important lesson: cowboy boots are not adequate as snow boots. Who knew! Not this chick from Texas. Anywho, on my quest to find boots that would keep the footsies from freezing, I found these faux fur lace-ups. To me, they're like a pug puppy – so ugly they're cute. I also think they're very Eskimo chic and love that they're $69.99, a reasonable price tag for keeping toes frostbite-free. Pick up a pair in tan or bubblegum pink at shoes.com. The only question now: to tuck or not to tuck? Weigh in on the BussBuss Style Boards!

For 2005, let's all agree to add a little color and sweetness to our daily lives. Why drown ourselves in safe and basic black when we can sparkle in brights and funky prints and patterns instead? Kick off the New Year with something fun, like a pair of these Jeffrey Campbell leopard mini-fur flats. Slide into the New Year in style for $78 at zappos.com.

The long hunt for the perfect pair of everyday boots is over, at least here in BussBussland. These Rockports satisfy all of our needs: low heel for comfort but just the right amount of heel to boost our um, rear assets, thick enough sole for walking around all day without being clunky, the right height for jeans and skirts, not too skinny or wide at the top so our calves aren't swimming in them or being suffocated, plus that added Western edge for kicks. And, as always, we love that shipping is free and, if for some reason we have to return them, return shipping is on the house as well. Thanks, Zappos, thanks. Your boots await for $143 at zappos.com.

As you know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and rather than just sporting your pink ribbon, now you can put your shopping talents to good use. QVC, the Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation (FFCF), and the Fashion Footwear Association of New York (FFANY) have joined forces to raise money for breast cancer research and education. Tonight, from 7-10pm EST, QVC will offer more than 100,000 pairs of designer shoes at half the suggested retail prices. Net proceeds will benefit breast cancer research and education. In addition, throughout October, QVC will carry a Shoe of the Day each weekday – until it sells out. Here's your chance to shop stylish designer shoes, save money, and help in the fight against breast cancer all month long. So tune in and head to qvc.com to scoop up the featured Shoe of the Day. Your mother would be proud.

Summer's over, which means it's time to hang up the flip flops and time to slip into something warmer. The perfect choice: Bonjour Fleurette's faux mink slides. With loungewear around the house, or heck, even out in the real world, these will glam up your day in a snap. Scoop up a pair for $35 at the yummy shop purplepeach.us.

There's no place like home, there's no place like home. And there's nothing quite like adding some razzle-dazzle to your kicks. These metallic bronze sequin clip-on bows will do just that. Snag a pair for $16 at alizadarik.com.

Give your footsies a much-needed break by ditching those painful heels for a pair of charming flats instead. We love these sparkly gold sequin flats by Mystique, available for $68 at LA's shopkitson.com. Wanna check out more Audrey-esque flats? Browse Kelly's Klicks!

101 reasons we're lurvin' this shoe: 1) The straps make it so easy to stay on, so fools like moi don't trip! 2) Hello -- bright pink! 3) Umm, tweed! 4) Did you really think I could count past 4? Snag a pair for $69 at macys.com.

The rain in Spain might fall mainly on the plane, but who cares when you can splash about in cute rain boots like these! Undoubtedly the bee's knees, these bright yellow wellies will have everyone a buzz and smiling on grey rainy days. Step into rainy-day style, for $48, at jcrew.com. Check out more rawkin' rain boots in Kelly's Klicks!

Cherry is so very very…cute! We at the big double Buss believe a girl can never have enough flip flops, and we think these are just delightful. With a red-and-white striped dishtowel footbed and cherry ribbon thong, you'll never get dishpan feet again. Marked down from $38 to $22 a pair, you can scoop 'em up at flipfloptrunkshow.com.

Step into fall in style and comfort with flower-adorned tweed ballet flats. Feminine and oh-so very Audrey, choose from black, red or camel for just $19.50 at oldnavy.com. Not yet ready to say bubye to summer? Ease into the transition with these hot pink bow-accented flats. On sale for just $12 at oldnavy.com.

Ah, city life. A girl yearns to wear cute heels, but has to weigh in the walkability factor. On the hunt for a nice compromise, we came across these sporty slingbacks with a wedge heel and turned-up toe. Snag a fun and funky pair in yellow, lime or black for $39.95 at zappos.com.

Pucci-inspired slippers with candy-colored swirls and larger-than-life fabric flowers are a sweet treat for the feet. Wear 'em indoors and out, you can slip into them for $19.99 (originally $49.95) at fields.com.

Further proof that flats need not be boring. Shoes by Irregular Choice are always anything but. These slip-ons are accented by fun pink bows and silver studs and are great for a day of milling about town. Score a pair for $71 at the fabulously fashion-forward houseofstyle.com.

Kick it in style this summer in these sexy cowgirl boots, as recommended by a faithful DailyBuss reader who first saw these babies in person at an Austin, Texas shop for $400. And Austin knows boots. Whether you rock them with jeans, cutoffs, skirts or dresses, you'll revel in the fact that you scored $435 handmade tan and pink boots for just $149.99! Pick 'em up at marshallfields.com.

Having fun feet doesn't mean having to wear heels -- thank gawd. Since flip-flops have gone from floppy to flippy over the past few years, you have a lovely variety of fun and comfy options. We love these Kate Spade Bella flops. Available in blueberry, pink and white, a huge fabric flower makes these too fun to pass up. Sport them with just about anything except an evening gown for $65 at nordstrom.com.

These Mella owl flips flops are a hoot. Ha! I kill me. They're also pink and brown and make me wanna stuff my face with chocolate and strawberry ice cream. That's normal, right? The deelish pair is $38 at mella.com. There, you can also find a coordinating owl-adorned tote, as well as lobster-embellished flops, terry-cloth flops, pencil cases and belts. We suggest kicking off spring with any one of the adorable options at mella.com - bon appefeet! Cheesy, we know.

Show your funky side this spring with these bright, sunny orange Spitfire heels at Chinese Laundry. Since color is the new black, as if you hadn't heard, whether you chose orange, turquoise or bright red, you'll be making the world a much more interesting place to look at. Color yourself vivid for just $50 at chineselaundry.com.

When it rains, it pours. And when it pours, sometimes all you can do is kick back and have a chuckle. These frog rain boots are the perfect pair of rain boots to do that in. Keep your feet happy, warm, dry and laughing for just $39.50 at let-it-rain.com. Free flies not included.

Once you've recovered from all your New Year's Eve carousing, it'll hit you that there is something good, nay, wonderful, about January, after all. That's right friends, sales. Huge markdowns galore. Sure this means you got screwed buying all those Christmas presents, but now you can make up for it by treating yourself to some deals. Like these kicky boots at dELiAs, marked down from $48 to just $16.99. Happy New Year and happy shopping in 2004!

Slouchy. Rockin'. Very "O.C." Oddly enough, these Bronx Shoes are from Holland. Guess they got tired of those clogs. Thank goodness. Very fashion-forward in an '80s kinda way, you can score a pair of pleated-toe Reinas for yourself for $69 in Black, Sole Brushed, Fuxia Patent or Melon Brushed at bronx-shoes.com.

In honor of Columbus Day, I present to you these badass kicks by Royal Elastics. Perhaps you don't see the correlation, but here's what I was thinking: Columbus was British, right? Which is like royal. Then he discovered America, hence our celebration of Columbus Day. That might slightly make sense in someone's world, if only he really were British. But, alas, he was not. He was born in Genoa (that's Italy for all you geography geeks out there). And his famous voyage was funded by Spain. So back to the point. These shoes have nothing to do with Columbus, but aren't they just the coolest? Available in lots of funky color combos, like bumble gum and powder pink, they're a cool $60 at royalelastics.com. And if you've seen the latest copy of Lucky mag, you know you can enter the code "luckymag" at checkout and get 25% off any online purchase, making them an even cooler $45. Now ain't that a royal kick in the pants? Here's to new discoveries -- fashion and otherwise.

Sassy and classy, these super cute heels are great for fall. Closed-toe (re: perfect for work), with a fab flower and great ankle strap, you can toss on some tights and a mini and be on the express train to fashionhalloffamedom. Once in these shoes, you'll inherit superpowers such as making up absurd words like fashionhalloffamedom and many, many more. Marked down from $79 to $59.25 on macys.com. Superpowers subject to availability.

That's no typo. These trainers really are marked down from $68 to $14.95. It's all part of J. Crew's final summer clearance sale. I'd expound but listen to me folks -- this stuff goes fast, so to get in on the mega-cheap markdowns you gotta act fast. Nuff said.

Give your precious peds a break from those stilettos and step into these slides instead. Because these slides were made for walking, and that's just what they'll do... Oh wait -- I'm wrong! Sure they're made for walking and will get you around town, but they're also so totally cute and cool that they're clearly made for upping your fashion savvy, too. Available in Cream and Red or Black and Sand, these fun leather slides are a cross between ballet slippers and Mary Janes. And with elasticized leather straps, comfy padded insoles and rubber traction-grip soles, these babies should be ripe for walking around in all day long. Get a pair for $59.95 at marshallfields.com.

Summer is the one season when color is a free-for-all. You can wear a hot pink top with hot pink pants and it's just okay, if not smashing. These strappy rainbow-hued heels are festive and sexy -- the perfect combination for summer. And they're on sale for just $39 at victoriassecret.com. Color me happy.

There's been this resurgence of Dr. Scholl's shoes lately. Have you noticed? Well I have and I'm intrigued by the thought that these shoes might actually be good for your feet. But I don't know this to be true at all. Are they comfy and medically better for your footsies? Does anyone have a clue? If so, lemme know. But for $19.99 I'll probably just find out for myself. Marked down from $48.99 to $19.99 on shoes.com, these kicky wonders come in bright orange, black, pink, red and blue denim.

So many great things to say about these slides. First, I saw a near identical (if not exactly the same) pair at Nine West for nearly twice the price. Second, look at the cute bow accents! Third, they're Aerosoles, which means they should actually be comfortable, and with a rubber bottom they should be super easy to walk in. Choose from black, aqua, pink or white. Marked down from $49 to $29.99 on aerosoles.com. Happy Saturday.

Knock knock. Who's there? Orange. Orange who? Orange ya goin' ask me where I found these great flops? Okay, the joke may be lame, but these thongs certainly are not. If you're a slide/thong/mule junkie, flipfloptrunkshow is your ultimate fix. Find hundreds of flops -- like these Fozzy & Co. Fruit Cocktail in Orange for $25 -- at flipfloptrunkshow.com. It's like candy for the feet – now isn't that yummy?

With wedding season quickly approaching, chances are you have a few invitations laying around somewhere...if you only knew where...well, that's not important! What is important is what you'll wear to said shindigs. A pretty spring dress paired with these ultra-feminine butterfly stilettos will make you the belle of the ball -- sorry bride! In pink, white or black, you can spread your fashion wings for just $58 at victoriassecret.com.

Who doesn't need another new pair of shoes? Exactly. I just bought these yesterday at Kohl's. Super cute, super sporty, super cushy. I'm super in lurrrve. I especially like the fact that I could walk around NYC all day in these and not cry. Maybe I can test that out for sure sometime soon. But enough about me, back to the shoes. They come in black, blue and red, but I recommend the black or red. They're on sale now for $26.99 at kohls.com.

I'm always on the lookout for comfy shoes that you can wear with shorts, skirts and pants and these seem to fit the bill. They're casual, but not too casual --dressier than flops and edgier than Birkenstocks, but nice enough to pair with a skirt and still feel like a hot mama – a hot mama with comfortable feet that is. You can get 'em in red, white, brown or tan for just $9.95 at ae.com.

Let me see that thong...um, we're talking about feet here. Get your mind out of the...well, whatever. What's black and white and (should be) worn all over? These foxy numbers at Victoria's Secret, of course! Slip 'em on for work or play -- flops go with everything. Dress 'em up, dress' em down, we don't care. Snatch up these animal thongs now for a mere 10-spot at victoriassecret.com. Rrrrreeeow!