Celia-- thanks for the input. I had actually written NYC off my list because nothing from them is ever really fab.. but decided to give them a whirl again this season. These MM sandals are really comfy... definitely give them a try once the ground thaws Celia. They have enough of a platform that I get the heel without the foot pain and they are nice and stable.
Cileena... definitely suggest a dinner out for you bookclub for a change of pace. It was funny, I had told my husband that we were meeting for dinner that night instead of our usual afternoon, and when I was getting ready to leave he said "oh, you look really nice.... aren't you taking anything? (meaning food)" LOL... umm, just my credit card....
KP... I haven't hammered down my royal wedding day outfit yet. I'll have work on that