Jenava, I am right there with you and *dying* to ask more dress code questions, but I don't want to seem over eager to push the rules. Since we are pushing colored denim right now, I'll ask about that first, then layering as it cools down. Oh yes, I have it all planned out, lol.
Jeanne, the shoes are Jessica Simpson "Janie" wedges. I looked and looked for a link to give you, but it looks like they aren't online anymore. If you happen to be a size 8.5, I have an extra pair I was going to return, as the 9 fit me better.
Denise, I found the *exact* same thing! Being at the desk all day was really depressing, and I didn't realize it fully until I left. I totally feel like Ron Livingston at the end of Office Space. My Frye boots were great for the long days at the mall during Shoptoberfest, though I only wore them for 4 hours at work today, so they haven't been retail tested yet.