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Summer Shoes for Women

This guide to summer shoes will help you find the latest styles, hottest trends, and top picks in women's summer shoes and sandals.
Splurge on Glamorous Shoes
Within each line from every brand or designer of dress shoes, there are likely to be some glamorous styles. But there are a few labels that consistently stand out as leaders in the production of glamorous shoes. Here are a few of my current favorites.
Buy Spring and Summer Shoes
This Spring and Summer shoes guide includes all the hottest styles for 2008, and the latest trends in women's, men's and kids' shoes -- including photo galleries, how-to-wear tips, and information on wear to buy.
Summer Shoes and Sandals
This look at Summer shoes and sandals for 2008 will help you put your best foot forward by giving you an advanced look at the top trends and hottest styles in women's shoes for the upcoming season.
Shoes in Bright Colors
Brightly colored shoes are hot this season, and you're going to be seeing a lot of pink pumps, salmon sling-backs and fuschia flip-flops. For some of the season's hottest footwear in bright colors, check out these top picks.
Orange Shoes
Orange shoes are hot this season, and if you love fiery footwear, you'll be happy to know, there are several great styles to choose from. Here are a few of my top picks in orange shoes for women.
Sexy Shoes
Sure, you think those strappy new stilettos are hot, but how does your man feel about them? Here's one's man's tips for choosing sexy shoes, and a few of his top picks in hot footwear.
Glamorous Shoes
Within each line from every brand or designer of dress shoes, there are likely to be some glamorous styles. But there are a few labels that consistently stand out as leaders in the production of glamorous shoes. Here are a few of my current favorites.
Patent Leather Shoes
I must admit, I've been a lifelong fan of patent leather. Hence, it's an especially good time to be me, since patent leather shoes have become so popular once again. Here are a few of my favorite styles for women.
Nike Shoes - Top Picks
Who knew there were so many Nike shoes to choose from? Including everything from sneakers to casual styles, here are my top picks in Nike shoes for women.
Spring Shoes - Top Trends for Women
Here's a detailed look at what's hot in women's shoes for the Spring and Summer 2008 season, including top picks and how-to-wear tips in all the top trends and latest styles.
Blue Shoes
Blue shoes are a great choice for any season and depending on the shade, can be very versatile as well. From sky blue to dark blue, and navy to teal, here are a few of my top picks in this season's blue shoes for women.
Green Shoes
Green shoes are hot this season, and these styles are among the hottest. And whether it's citrus green, olive green, lime green, or army green you prefer, there's sure to be something you'll love among my top picks in green shoes for women.
Yellow Shoes
Yellow is the color of the season when it comes to footwear, and there is no shortage of sunny sandals and and citrusy sling-backs to choose from. Here are a few of my favorites.
Gladiator Sandals
My dislike for gladiator sandals has been well-documented over the years. In fact, when I named my least favorite shoe trends of all time, I stopped just short of calling them one of the signs of the Apocalypse.

But now that they've become a full-fledged trend, and there are so many Roman-inspired shoes to choose from, I've actually found a few styles that I don't totally hate.

Here…
Spring and Summer Shoes Guide 2008
In the world of Spring and Summer shoes for women, there are several big trends to be excited about this year. But topping the list is shoes in bright colors and patent finishes. For more on what's hot in women's shoes, plus warm-weather trends for the whole family, be sure to check out this complete guide.
Flat Sandals - Low on Heel, But High on Style
Several sexy and stylish choices in flat and low-heeled sandals.
Summer Shoes - Hottest Trends for 2006
Want to know what the hottest trends in shoes are for Spring and Summer, 2006? Check out this photo gallery, so you'll be in step with all the latest fashion trends.
High Heel Sandals - The Highest & Hottest
I didn't hold back here. I'm pretty sure I didn't pick a shoe with a heel less than three inches. So if you're shy or faint of heart, you might want to head over to the carousel and sit this one out.
Top Picks in Espadrilles - Top Espdadrilles in Styles for Every Taste
If you love espadrilles, this list is for you. From funky and colorful to tastefully subtle, there are esapdrilles for everyone among these top picks. Be sure to check out these top espadrille shoes and compare prices before you buy.
Flip Flops - Women's Casual Flip Flops and Thong Sandals
Whether you call them flip flops, thongs or beach shoes; these top picks in women's flip-flops and casual thongs range from sporty to classy - and will keep you comfortable and stylish all spring and summer.
Summer Shoe Guide
A complete guide to this season's hottest shoes and styles, with top picks, shopping, and fashion tips.
Women's Sandals - How to Wear the Latest Styles
This image gallery shows the latest styles of women's sandals, and offers tips and advice on how to wear them, as well as how not to wear them. Includes shopping information.
Flip Flops - Women's Casual Flip Flops and Thong Sandals
Whether you call them flip flops, thongs or beach shoes; these top picks in women's flip-flops and casual thongs range from sporty to classy - and will keep you comfortable and stylish all spring and summer.
Top Picks in Espadrilles - Top Espdadrilles in Styles for Every Taste
If you love espadrilles, this list is for you. From funky and colorful to tastefully subtle, there are esapdrilles for everyone among these top picks. Be sure to check out these top espadrille shoes and compare prices before you buy.
Metallic Shoes - Top Picks in Casual Metallic Shoes
From gold thongs and silver skimmers, to bronze flip-flops and copper slides, metallic shoes are hot this season - and the shoes on this top picks list are some of the best. If you're shopping for casual metallic sandals, this list is a great place to start.
Espadrille Retailers - Online Shopping for Espadrilles
If you're shopping for Espadrilles, this list will help. From bargain basics to designer espadrilles, this list features several online retailers that carry espadrille shoes.
Sassy Tootsies Flip Flops
These rhinestone-embellished flip flop sandals are absolutely the cutest. Available for women and girls.
High Heel Sandals - The Highest & Hottest
I didn't hold back here. I'm pretty sure I didn't pick a shoe with a heel less than three inches. So if you're shy or faint of heart, you might want to head over to the carousel and sit this one out.
Flat Sandals - Low on Heel, But High on Style
Several sexy and stylish choices in flat and low-heeled sandals.

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