I'm currently obsessed with Theyskens' Theory wedges. (shown below). I'm a huge fan of the ombre, but would love the style in a solid as well. However, the price tag for these is pretty steep, so if you could find an affordable version of them, I would be overcome with gratitude! —Elizabeth H.



I've loved these wedges ever since I saw my girl Nitrolicious wearing them (here). I'm surprised no one has done a DIY version of the ombre yet with some black spray paint - or maybe they have and I just haven't seen it! Anyway, here are some looks for less:

I just purchased these great Mossimo "Vilda" turquoise smoker flats from Target (shown below). I fell in love with them when I saw them but now I'm having the hardest time trying to find something to wear with them. Help! —DM

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These colorful flats are just begging to be styled in all sorts of creative ways. The smoker flat or slip-on loafer has this great, timeless silhouette that will add a little sophistication to even the simplest looks. I just bought a pair from Sole Society (The Capri in gray) and I can't wait for warmer weather so I can wear them.

Here are three outfits to help give you some styling ideas for your new shoes:

I've been on a quest for some leather (or leather-looking) leggings or skinny jeans/pants forever. Most of the ones I've found are too shiny, or look like black trash bags turned into clothing (Project Runway challenge, anyone?). Ideally I would like some with pockets and a fly so they look more real, but anything will do. H&M had some decent ones but they had elastic side panels that cheapened the whole look. Can you help me out? —Samantha K.

I was going to say H&M because that's where I found my faux leather skinny pants on sale for $20-ish. Granted they're not perfect - they do sag and they will cause you to sweat if it's over 50 degrees out, but at least you can belt them and at least they look good.

I have a second pair of mixed leather/knit leggings from Target's Mossimo line, which was a rare gem of a find (seen here). They're sold out now but you can find a few pairs on eBay.com (or something similar).

If you're shopping online, check Urban Outfitters, they have a couple pairs of vegan leather leggings/skinny pants right now under $90. Piperlime.com also has a pair for $128, a little steep and I can't speak to the quality but they look good in the pic:

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For genuine leather pants, I'd keep my eye on yoox.com, theoutnet.com and eBay. Here are a few finds currently at Yoox:

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Shown above: Leather/pleather pants are a wardrobe staple for celebs like Rihanna, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Gwyneth Paltrow.