Patricia Field for Payless Summer 08

I can't (*wait*) to see "Sex and the City!" My friends and I have been waiting on a girlfriend who's been out of town, but are making an event of it this weekend. I've heard rave reviews from everyone I know who's seen it!

Now, on to Patricia Field for Payless. I must admit, I'm a little disappointed. I checked out the line in my local Payless last week, and while the colors are trendy, it just seems a little ... well ... cheap-looking; and while I'm all for spending less to look like more, I'm not sure this line makes the cut. I suppose I just like metallics that are a bit more understated. For example, I recently purchased these gold open-toed pumps at Target and love how the more muted gold color (though it is a bit more gold in person than in the online photo) elongates my legs (I'm tres petite) and the open toe shows off my summer pedicures: http://www.target.com/Merona-Alycia-Peep-Toe-Pumps-Gold/dp/B000WSJ09W/qid=1212424660/ref=br_1_5/602-5980207-3687060?ie=UTF8&node=13621961&frombrowse=1&pricerange=&index=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse=13621961&rank=-product%5Fsite%5Flaunch%5Fdate&rh=&page=2.

I do, however, like Patricia's "Princess Ballet Flat." While they're sparkly, they're not flashy; and I think they would add the perfect punch to dark jeans or a cute mini-dress. My local store didn't have her clutches, but online they look like a great basic. Overall, though, I'd have to say that I was much more impressed with the quality and selection of alice + olivia for Payless.

Also, I'd recommend checking out Payless' patent collection. My favorites: the Krime Exotic Print Platform Sandal, the Kailey Pump, and the Lance Flex Point Patent Pump. The Candy Glam Sandal and Hollis Peep Toe are adorable as well, but I can't wear shoes with ankle-straps - They cut off my gams! They look great in person, too! (It's hard to screw up patent leather, even on the cheap.)

Sorry for the extra-long post. I obviously had some time on my hands this morning - Haha.

If you're not familiar with LuLu*s, you should become so! I'm proud to say that LuLu*s one and only physical store is in my hometown and I've literally spent hours browsing their clothes. Lucky for Midwest and East Coast fashionistas, they have an online store; and, lucky for you, they have a few turquoise options (and other metallics if you choose to go with a different color). Also, their footwear tends to stay within the $20-40 range and is always of good quality, although they also carry high-end designer brands from time to time. Here's a link to the full selection of their heels and wedges: http://www.lulus.com/categories/view-all/heels%20and%20wedges/179_42.html. Hope this helps!