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Ugg Classic Tall Crochet: Oprah's Favorite Things '07

Update 1/8/08: Check out Zappos, I just noticed they had a few of the Classic Crochet in chestnut and bijou blue.

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We all know Oprah has the midas touch, turning basic items such as melamine bowls and panini presses into can't-live-without treasures. And once again, an Ugg boot that has been out for over a year, makes the list.  The Classic Tall Crochet can be worn slouchy or pulled over skinny jeans, if you're into that look. I'm not, so I'd just wear them over my fat jeans.

Get 'em while they're hot...along with your panini press. $120 at UggAustralia.com.

Free shipping on all orders over $125 at UGG Australia. No code necessary.

Nike Capri Ballerina: For Your Non Black Tie Holiday Occasions

While I wait for my invitation to a black tie Christmas party (reference previous post), I will plod along cheerfully in these festive tartan and gold ballerina flats by Nike. Oh, the places I will go in my Nike Capris:

• Target to by wrapping paper...and diapers.
• Cookie exchanges with other 30-40 something stay-at-home moms.
• White Elephant parties.
• My son's chess club meetings.
• Dunkin' Donuts for coffee only.

Where's that invitation???

Dansko Nena Short Boot: Guaranteed to Make You Feel Pretty

Update November 2008: One year later, this boot is virtually non-existent online. I just found the Dansko Nena at Amazon. Hopefully you're lucky enough to pick up a pair before they sell out for good.

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The color of the top boot is butterscotch. The color of the pair below is chocolate. And these two colors remind me of my favorite cookie. You can tell I'm feeling better after the evil stomach flu exacted its vengeance on me earlier this week.

The Nena boot is from Dansko's Nolita line. I can't decide if it's an ankle boot or mid-calf boot; I guess it just depends on whether you're tall or petite. Wondering how to wear this boot?  Dansko says, "The Nolita Collection can be dressed up with a flowing skirt or down with your favorite jeans, and either way you a€™re guaranteed to feel pretty and feminine in this fashionable wedge."

Guaranteed to feel pretty? And how do they guarantee that? Do I get my money back if I take a picture of myself in these boots at this very moment? I'll guarantee you that wouldn't be pretty. The day after stomach flu is never pretty.

All joking aside, I think this is a really cute boot. I like the supportive wedge heel even if it is 3" high. I mean, look at the platform--it has to be at least an inch high! Customers at OnlineShoes.com and Zappos have only accolades for the Nena.

Price Points:

• OnlineShoes.com: $174.95, free shipping and returns.
• Zappos: $178.95, free shipping and returns.
• Shoes.com: $174.99 larger sizes only, free shipping and returns.

Clarks Metti Pump: Best Deal $79.95

This classic pump verges on boring, but somehow rescues itself from the slippery slope with the subtle crossover styling on the forefoot. The Clarks Metti pump has a cushioned EVA footbed, thick 1 3/4" heel for support, and flexible polyurethane sole.

Price Points:

• Best Deal: $79.95 at Shoebuy, narrow and medium widths;  free shipping and returns
• Footsmart offers the Metti for $84.99 (Footsmart is a wonderful online shoe store for those with complicated feet); comes in medium and WIDE wide. Does not offer free shipping but see coupon code at left.
• OnlineShoes.com has the Metti in three widths available for $84.95, free shipping and returns.

Today Only Sale on Aerosoles at OnlineShoes.com

OnlineShoes.com has some incredible deals on Aerosoles today. Hurry on over, it's a one day sale. You can save between 10-40% on current styles.