Shopping in different ways is always fun. Sometimes you may feel like running to the store to pick something up, other days you may feel like taking a long day trip to the mall. Other days, it may be a long trip on the couch to different websites to find the perfect outfit. But, sometimes you just have no idea how to find the perfect item! Of course you can always “google” it, but a lot of times “black tie affair” dress isn’t going to pop up in your search results unless a designer named the dress “black tie affair.”  What a dilemma!

ShopBop 

ShopBop has come up with great solutions. Like some other online locations (think theoutnet.net) you can now shop by occasion. They have some great occassions to choose from, ranging from “the black tie affair” to the “weekend essentials.” My favorite, by far is the “Office” look. The office look includes great finds ranging from large shoulder bags to chic ankle boots, all of which will be great pieces to add to your Office wardrobe.

However, if you haven’t quite decided what occasion you are shopping for (just shopping!) then shopping by style (a la thecoveted.com) may also be a good choice. ShopBop now has five mini boutiques. These styles include, Bohemian, Edgy, Casual Chic, Classic, and Girly. Of course you never have to stick to one style, but starting off on one boutique may give you a sense of direction in your shopping endeavours.

And just for shopping with ShopBop and their new design you can take 20% off your purchase until midnight eastern time (3 more hours! Hurry!) Just use SALE20 at checkout.

Ashley Shute spends eight hours a day working as a blue jean and t-shirt wearing community organizer in San Antonio. The other 16 hours are dedicated to dreaming about and shopping for the latest luxury fashions. Her style icon is Jacqueline Kennedy; classic, clean, and always professional. You will never find a fake bag in her closet and she wants a collection of Manolo Blahnik shoes before she turns 30

I stil haven’t fallen in love with the ankle boot. They remind me of something I would wear when I was in second grade. However, I could definitely fall in love with the trend if I could wear the Christian Louboutin Paola 100 Ankle Boots.

Net-A-Porter 

Look at that fabulous pattern. It’s a black demi-sheer lace-effect with the signature red soles and 4inch heels. With the sheer material of the boot you’ll have to get some awesome boot socks (yet another reason to buy boots…more fun socks!).

These are one of a kind boots, for sure. They aren’t the run of the mill luxury fashion boots that will cost $300-500. These are a major splurge for even those of you that live and die by the designer label at $1,155 from Net-A-Porter. but, if you have to have them, then… they’re worth it!

Ashley Shute spends eight hours a day working as a blue jean and t-shirt wearing community organizer in San Antonio. The other 16 hours are dedicated to dreaming about and shopping for the latest luxury fashions. Her style icon is Jacqueline Kennedy; classic, clean, and always professional. You will never find a fake bag in her closet and she wants a collection of Manolo Blahnik shoes before she turns 30.

I love showing off my feet. When everyone in the office leaves I turn up my music really loud, take off my shoes, dance around badly and sing even worse. So, fall is almost a mourning period for me. But, I’ve decided, this fall, to look on the bright side of things. Boots can also be fun!

Think of all the ridiculously tacky socks you can buy..the possibilities are endless! And the styles of boots number almost as high as the the number of tacky socks you can wear with boots.

 But, as the luxury fashion writer, I am going to urge all of you to please be careful in your boot purchases! Buying 5-6 pairs of $30 ankle boots and only wearing 2 because the other 4 give you horrible blisters or they just don’t match is just not right. Shoes are meant to be seen not hidden! Walk in them. Run in them. Dance in them. Get blisters. And do this all before going to work or going out on the town.

Instead of buying 5-6 ill fitting boots, buy 2 expensive boots that fit perfectly. Let me show you some that would be a good choice in a variety of styles.

Ankle Boots

Alexander McQueen

Donald J Pliner Michi

Thigh High Boots

Stuart Weitzman

Sam Edelman

Just Fun Boots

Oh Deer…

Cole Haan

Gabriella Rocha Jordenna

All Photos from Zappos.com