I like them. I have also been looking for a lighter bootie to replace my Reports. They aren't worn out -- and I will probably just keep them this season -- but the toe is round so I'm looking at pointy ones.

I find Fryes a bit heavy as well as a rule.

These look great for casual wear (jeans, etc.) Not sure how they would work with skirts/ dresses.

I like Claire's thinking. If the shoe issue is hard, move up. ; ). Handbag or a scarf or a hat. I also thing that fabrics are really important in these situations ( says the woman in the woods who only sees wild turkeys on a daily basis ).

This discussion has made me realize how grateful I ought to be to have easy fitting feet. I don't think I can ever remember having problems with a shoe, unless it was just trying to squeeze into a size that was too small, or wishing I fit a larger size because it was in the right color, or on a good sale, or some such! Shoe shopping is actually one of my favorite diversions.

I've usually chosen more slim-lined shoes, but this season I discovered boots and booties. I am having to be very careful not to go mad snapping up styles that I like. It's the first season I've had a small wardrobe of boot looks.

Looks like my DD#2, home from college this weekend, and finally awake, is itching to do some mall shopping today, so I will go there first, before committing to another Zappo's order. She wants to hit H&M, which is near the Club Monaco, so I'm going to check that out in person as well. And maybe I can even talk her into taking some photos of some of my recent purchases later tonight!

Fun, Jennifer. And as Suz said, the Okalas heels are below 2.75 inches (site info is wrong), and VERY lightweight. I have two pairs - and with Body Glide - they are a 10 hour walking shoe. UNBELIEVABLE. You know my feet are fussy and I don't wear high heels.

Suz, is your head spinning? Keep an eye on Zara too. xo

Thanks to Tanya's links, I'm beginning to shop here, Suz; she picked out some excellent ones.

I love this one, but it's got a three-inch wedge. I want my toes covered and that why I like this one. http://www.shopbop.com/minot-a.....eviewsArea

ETA: Oh, these are more grey than I realized. The Okalas are terrific, but my size is gone.

Suz, I like the Vince's you posted and I find the inverted triangle heel (that's how I describe it) to be a much more walkable heel. I hope they work for you!!

I admit that I don't have terribly picky feet and I don't entirely understand your foot issues but I strongly recommend bass flats. They have some elastic which might help with the heel issue and are SOOOOO comfortable. http://ghbass.com/shop/womens/.....;langId=-1

I have similar issues, and even 2 inch heels are too high for me. I've found that ever since I started refining my shoe style, I haven't found a comfortable all-day shoe. Yesterday I wore what I thought were my comfiest flats for an evening trip to the mall for required (that is, not fun) power shopping, and came home two hours later with unbearably aching feet. I'm starting to panic about shoes for Boston! I don't often power-walk for a couple of hours, and certainly not half a day in a city.

OTOH, my summer shoes are awesome and I walked 17K steps in Montreal last summer...

Coming late to this, but I've had my eye on these D'Orsays. But I'm thinking they are probably too flat for you? I'm waiting for someone to review them and let me know how comfortable they are.

Just one more specimen to add to the collection, black patent wing tip oxfords:

http://www.amazon.com/Womens-A.....TF8&q

I've just received these and they are wonderful. Of course they are flat, so probably not the ticket for you, Suz. However, it was fun looking at some of the links and ideas on this thread, and I plan to come back and check out the rest of the post responses when I have more time.

I've been hunting for affordable (to me) black patent oxfords for months. They are the shoes that call to me from any photo, fashion shot or ad they appear in. To me they are dressed-up casual, feminine due to the patent finish and match just about everything I wear from October through April. I'm so happy.

I have nothing to add, but what a great thread, I am marking for later so I can digest all the tips in this one, thanks for starting it Suz.