OK I can't write too much since I'm at work, but I just had to report back on my lunchtime shoe shopping.
I went to DSW and tried:
-A pair of Blowfish booties that are nearly identical to the Willises but a bit taller. They had them in fawn too. Just as comfortable if not more so. The style is "whence." They are a little more cowgirlish though, so I'm not too sure about them. Maybe if they weren't $70.
-Me Too Element pumps. These were the ones Kari recommended. The toe is too pointy for me though and that was in a size 7, so there is no hope of sizing up any further. They were falling off my feet already. Very pretty though and probably great for most people.
-Born Kelsey flats. I am ALL OVER these flats! They're not going to be everyone's cup of tea and probably not that dressy due to the fabric strap. I wish they had a "self" strap instead, but oh well. I can't ask for the world. I sized up to a 7 which would normally fall off my foot, but they stayed secure, the padding was generous, and the leather was very soft. Imagine me shoegasming in plain view of the public.
Also tried on these Sam Edelman oxfords and they were awful. So painful and narrow.
