Asked and Answered: Defining 'smokin' hot' summer shoes

An anonymous poster posed this question:
"I would like to know what is best for the some heels or sandals for the summer as you said a smoking pair of shoes."

Answer:
Thick straps are everywhere this year, like the picture below suggests.



If you prefer sandals to pumps, think Russell Crowe in Gladiator. If you are a stiletto queen, the higher the better. For those of you in between, let us rejoice that the wedge is still fashionable.

5 tips to spring your wardrobe forward

A pal and I spent last Saturday in deck chairs reading gossip magazines and pretending we were somehow trapped in a beach-front Corona commercial.

It was heaven!

But like all good things, the sun, drinks and good conversation eventually came to an end. To carry that warm feeling into the work week, I tried to wear spring essentials that remind me there is a sun outside the four walls of the office.

Here are 6 tips to spring your wardrobe forward:
1. Wear blush colored clothing. Glamour magazine reports the warm hues will flatter your face and sun-kissed skin.

2. Score a flirty ruffle dress you can rock at a barbecue or out for drinks with friends. Reserve this dress for weekends. Ruffles have no place in the office.

3. Go Bohemian. Cool hippy prints are back, but be careful not to overpower the look with accessories. You don't want to channel your inner flower child!

4. Cool oversized earrings can perk up even the most demure outfit. Look for tiered pieces and throw those old tired hoops away. ATTENTION LADIES: Giant hoops have been out for the past decade! Take notice.

5. Mix and match fun flirty looks. Glamour is reporting it's OK to put patterns together, as long as they colors are from the same family. It takes a pro to really pull the mix and match off. Best of luck to those who attempt it.