Marilyn Monroe once said, “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world”.  To which we say amen. And conquering the world takes a lot of shoes! Here are some of our shoe finds today that include wonderful handmade (and affordable) shoe crafters from Italy to Vermont, very fun 70s style mules, and just because we love looking at them (not that we can afford them) a couple of to die for boots from the fall collections of Louboutin and Jimmy Choo.

Bellisimo

M Gemi is a Boston based e-commerce company with roots in Florence. They’ve partnered with the top family-owned shoe factories to bring these beautiful handmade shoes here.  They can only be purchased online, and the prices are considerably lower than what you would typically pay for high-end handmade Italian shoes.  The shoes featured above range from $198 to $248.  Belissimo!

Get your ‘70s on

Sole Society has a fun selection of shoes and boots, like these 70s inspired mules. most under $100.  Check out their handbags and accessories too.  Fun stuff and inexpensive.

Sole of Vermont

Tucked away in charming Vermont, is a delightful studio where Nancy Benoit designs and hand makes every pair of shoes.  We just love these!!  And you can buy them online.  You’ll find detailed instructions on measuring your feet.  We just love these styles which will definitely get your feet noticed.  They range from about $179 (for her sandals) to around $355 for the shoes featured here.  Sole of Vermont. Check it out.

For Christian Louboutin Fans

Okay Louboutin fans.  Check these babies out. The “Olyaboota” is a colorful collage of seasonal suedes, topped with a super soft and luxurious accent of dyed mink. This ankle boot will enliven your Fall/Winter wardrobe for seasons to come.   And they’re all yours for just $1995.  Now we just have the win the lottery.

Lusting After Jimmy Choo

The “Dayton 100” are Navy Suede and Violet Blue Painted Python Ankle Booties.  Pre-order and they’re all yours for $1499.