Carnivale of the Couture No. 22 - Your Favorite "Go-To" Shoes

While it's easy to get caught up in the latest trends and the newest offerings from the hottest designers, there are times when even the most devout fashionista will opt for function over fashion.

So ... it's not a big night out, there's nary a potential partner in sight, and there is no office dress code. Which shoes do you reach for when you're only dressing to impress yourself?

You can send your story or link via email -- if you don't have a blog, feel free to leave your comments here.

What is Carnivale of the Couture?

Maintained by Manolo the ShoeBlogger, Carnivale of the Couture is a weekly event.

Each week, a different member of the fashion blogging community hosts the carnivale. They choose a topic, and collect related posts.

If you have a fashion blog and would like to host a round, contact Manolo.

If you don't have a fashion-related blog, don't worry. You can still participate by leaving comments on one or more of the participating sites.

Many talented bloggers take part in Carnivale of the Couture, so even if you think you have nothing to add (and surely, you do!), it makes for a great weekly read.

If you want to learn more about hosting a round, check out this fabulous Carnivale of the Couture Tutorial from The Bargain Queen.