Simple or Swank: Mary Janes

LilSugar — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 11:36:02 PST

Nothing reminds me more of classic childhood attire than patent-leather mary janes. The sturdy and stylish shoes have put a skip in many a lil girl's step once she's been decked out in fancy duds. While black and white are Winter and Spring staples, red remains the classy way to go sassy.

Simple: Azale Red-Patent Mary Jane by Primigi ($66) has a patent-leather upper, removable and washable, soft insole and hook-and-loop closure.

Swank: Prada Linea Rossa Toddler's Patent Mary Jane ($175) in red has a patent upper, rubber sole, and Velcro closure.

Get a Leg Up on Winter With the Warmest Snow Boots Around

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:33:42 PDT

An earthquake, hurricane, and out-of-season snowstorm over a 10-week period have many East Coasters wondering what could possibly come next. While a pounding of flaky, white stuff had the kids jumping for joy, it had many mamas trying to shove their lil ones' feet into last year's snow boots before heading out to play. With Winter just a few weeks away, now's the perfect time to stock up on cold-weather essentials before they're picked over. From high-end designers to kids' favorite warm-weather shoe maker, everyone's trying their hand at creating fashionable snow boots this year. Check out this wide-ranging selection and snatch up a pair so you aren't caught by surprise by the next storm!

Clockwise from top left: Timberland Kids Nor'Easter Waterproof Snow Boot ($75), The North Face Nuptse Boot ($50), Sorel Snow Commander Boot ($50), Crocs Kids' Crocband Gust ($50), Polo Whistler Snow Boots ($55), Tundra Snow Kids ($30), Kamik Snowbootie ($25), Primigi Otylia-E Boot ($114), Gucci Snowflake Pull-On Snow Boot ($350).