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8/10/2015

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It is easy to find yourself wearing the same pair of shoes every day solely (pun intended) because they coordinate (or at the very least, don't clash) with many of your outfits. Chances are that your default shoes are not your favorite shoes and they may not even be your most comfortable shoes. Instead you wear them because when you slip them on as you rush out the door you can be reasonably confident that they work with your overall look. But there is a big difference between your shoes complementing your outfit and just being passable. Instead of a default shoe, you need to find a signature shoe. Signature shoes should reflect a bit of your style personality, whether through the color or style, and be comfortable enough to take you through all the events and errands that the day can throw at you. 

A shoe with personality is not going to be a good match to everything in your closet, but that is actually a good thing. First, it can inspire you to put together pieces in new combinations which is great for getting out of a style rut. Second, it forces you to wear some of the other footwear that has been collecting dust in the back of your closet. If your signature shoe doesn't work with a particular dress, then perhaps that will give you an excuse to wear the pumps you bought for a wedding and only wore once. Third, interesting shoes make for a more interesting outfit which is an easy way to give yourself a style boost. A pair of black pumps everyday may be appropriate at work, but that doesn't mean they are the only appropriate option and they certainly aren't the most exciting option.

The pointy flats in the photo are simple and sleek, with an appealing pop of bright blue contrasted against the navy. I like them because they are a modern and stylish twist on a sensible shoe that can be worn to the office or with jeans and a blazer for a casual dinner with friends. They are slightly less versatile than a pair of completely navy shoes because the lighter blue clashes with some colors, but a signature shoe should improve an outfit, not merely be an okay addition to the outfit. This doesn't mean that you will need to buy a new pair of shoes for every clothing combination you can dream up. If there are certain colors that you like to wear a lot, look for a shoe that works with that palette. Just because something isn't neutral doesn't mean that it won't be a good fit in your wardrobe.

Looking for some inspiration for your own pair of signature shoes? Check out these links for some of my favorite options that are available now:

Boden Darcie Point in tan leather with rose gold accents $138

Pikolinos Lille Bootie in black $180

Lands' End Blaine Open Toe Flats $34.99

Banana Republic Avila Pump with tassel in gunmental $128
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