I just bought this boot recommended by Angie in brown:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/aq.....46-0-0-1-1

I am visiting my folks and decided to check my old favorite shoe store, which just so happens to have 40% off everything for new year's. I wanted to look for a brown boot that actually fits my petite calf. I fell in love with at least three boots, a plain flat mid-calf style from Aquatalia, a funky buckled mid-calf style from Cordani, and the Frye Jane cuff/otk style worked surprisingly well on little me. I finally decided that Angie's pick was the most comfortable and would work the best with my collection of dresses missing brown boots. Even at 40% off though they are an investment piece for me, so I really hope they earn their keep. Unfortunately I am traveling and separated from my wardrobe, but I promise to post pictures later.

Big gulp.