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Shoe designers love women, and they love designing women's shoes. They know - like you and I - that many women love shoes. We "ooh" and "ahh" over the latest trends, and will spend too much on shoes that look great, but aren't practical.

While women's shoes come in all styles, shapes, and colors (and we seem to buy them all), it never fails, something comes up, and the perfect shoes are nowhere to be found. This list will help solve that problem. Here are the essential women's shoes.

1. The "Little Black Dress" of Women's Shoes - A Low Heeled Black Pump

For those times when a strappy sandal is inappropriate, or "too dressy" - like an early dinner, impromptu business meeting, or even a funeral, a low heeled, comfortable black pump is essential to every woman's shoe collection.
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2. The "New Black" - A Neutral Pump

Even with as versatile as black pumps are, they simply will not go with everything. Add a neutral colored (not white!), low-heeled pump to your collection, and you'll have the the "basic pump" category of women's shoes covered.
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3. The "Bread and Butter" of Women's Shoes - A Semi-Casual Flat

You'll want a shoe that can look cute with jeans, but not so casual that you couldn't wear nicer slacks with it too. This suede "Playwright" loafer from Born is a great example of a semi-casual shoe.
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4. The "Must-Have" of Women's Shoes - A Black High Heeled Dress Shoe

Nothing too strappy, nothing too clunky - remember these are the basics - but a black, dressy high heel is definitely an essential, and this "Tillie" sandal from Cole Haan is a prime example of a multi-purpose women's dress shoe.
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5. The "Show Stopper" - A Metallic High Heeled Dress Shoe

There are some dress outfits that a black shoe just won't work with. For those, try a metallic, basic-but-killer dress shoe, such as this "Women's Burstt" pewter pump from Steve Madden.
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6. The "Comfort Food" of Women's Shoes - Your Everyday Shoe

Only you can be the judge of what will work best as your "every day" shoe, but whether it's a sneaker, a loafer or a cross-trainer; comfort, fit and style should be key in choosing the right shoes for your everyday wear. This "Solar" flat from Earth (in red, of course) is one of my personal favorites.
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7. The "Walk in the Park" of Women's Shoes - A Sneaker

Again, the choice is yours, but whether it's a little white pointy sneaker, or an edgy, retro high top, every women's shoe collection needs a sneaker. This canvas high top from PF Flyers (unisex sizing) is a great example of a sneaker that is perfect for days in the park, or late weekend breakfasts at the local diner.
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8. The "Instant Make-Over" - Heeled Casual Shoe

Nothing can dress up a casual outfit, and make you feel better about yourself, like adding a bit of height. Look for a casual shoe with a bit of a heel for times when you want to be comfortable and chic. Check out this "Hanzila" shoe from Moda Spana as an example.
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9. The Alternative to Women's Shoes - A Boot

Whether it's a high-heeled fashion boot, or a warm and comfy ugg boot, colder weather screams for boots. Plus, short skirts and jeans look fantastic with them, so every woman's wardrobe should have at least one pair. These "Daisy" boots from RSVP would be a great choice.
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10. The "Warm Cup of Cocoa" - Slippers

I'm not talking about "glamourous" slippers here. I'm talking about, after a shower, sitting around in your bathrobe, talking on the phone kind of slippers. These scuffs from Daniel Green are exactly the kind of slippers I'm talking about. After all, whatever shoes you wear during the day, you're feet will appreciate being pampered at night.
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