Studded Soles

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Since I'm kind of a lace and frills kind of girl, even I was surprised by my recent infatuation with studded shoes. They're the perfect complement to my uniform of knit tights and swingy skirts and I love how all of these stunners boast four inch heels. I first fell for the Steve Maddens, but have since found seven other options that are making my decision all the more difficult. 1. Newport News,

Buckle-Trim Shoe-Boot

,

$39

$29. 2. Steve Madden,

Marrvel

, $129.95. 3. Stuart Weitzman,

Bulletin

,

$280

$166.70. 4. Gucci,

Babouska

,

$995

$796. 5. BCBGirls,

Dana Bootie

, $129.95. 6. Oh Deer!,

Sweetie

,

$165

$119.95. 7. Marni,

Black Peep Toe Ankle Boots

, $759. 8. Bakers,

Studs

, $249.95. Update: All my thanks goes out to Mimi over at

La Mimi

for featuring me as the first Fashion Idol for 2009. Check out my interview

here

!

la-mimi

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