Your Feet Will Thank Me: Wedges the "It" Shoe for Spring 2010

Finally, a shoe that is wearable on a regular basis that won't make you walk like a cripple the morning after. Yes, those "I Am Woman Hear Me Roar" shoes are still around, think combat boot-spikes-gladiator-I'm-gonna-stab-you-with-my-stiletto shoes, but the wedge is "it" for spring and thankfully it  is both feminine and comfortable- not to mention available in just about every style/color/price point.

I love a good wedge, but I caution you to stay away from anything that is too outdated. Outdated to me is anything that is too chunky, think those wedges/clogs you bought at the Buckle in the year 2000 (insert Conan O'Brian melody here: I'm with COCO)- that includes Chanel's Spring 2010 clogs.  There I said it, it feels better once you get it out.

To make sure you get a handle on the modern use of the wedge think sleek, open toe booties or lace up/buckle up sandals (left Vera Wang, Intermix, $350 & right TopShop, $145) . Both look great right now with a skinny jean and an over sized sweater or I adore them with any sort of tailored menswear (personal preference perhaps? Tis the season to steal from your boyfriends ladies!), because they are utilitarian enough that they can be worn in these awkward winter-to-spring months with out looking downright silly (hello stilettos in bad weather aka sprained-ankle-town). 

Enough about shoes (is my potential to be on Hoarders showing yet???). I've pulled some of my favorites from the Spring 2010 (Givenchy right) shows as well as some mortal choices. Happy shopping.

P.S. Please don't wear your wedges with socks (Dior Spring 2010) unless you can pull it off because you are a Japanese tourist... 

P.P.S. Please spend your money wisely and buy a nice neutral pair (right TopShop wedge, $170) in either cognac brown or camel. You'll be able to wear them throughout the entire year and really get more for your cost-per-wear.