Making my old Saucony Jazz shoes wearable again with Dr. Scholl's® Active Series® insoles (plus DRAMATIC and SHOCKING before and after photos!)

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Shoe makeover: Before (with the insoles already inside)

Shoe makeover: After (Did you just gasp in amazement? You did, right?)

I was sent these Dr. Scholl's Active Series Insoles to to test out, because I am such an athlete. Um, what? Well, I don't have a car, so I do walk, sometimes at a brisk pace, depending on how late I am for something. Sometimes I also bounce around my apartment to questionable dance music. Or awesome dance music. Or both. So when I got these things, I wasn't sure what use they would be to me and what I would say about them, or if I would even bother blogging about them.

First I tried putting them in a pair of ballet flats that have got so stretched out that they are too loose. The insoles were too bulky for them, and I worried they'd just stretch the shoes out even more. But then I remembered my beloved pair of Saucony Jazz sneakers with the neon coral and blue, shoved in the back of the closet because I've worn them to death and they've lost their once delightful support and cushioning. Really, when these shoes are new, and for the first 6 months-year of wear (depending how much use they get), they are really the most comfortable things I've ever put on my feet. I'm actually on my third pair.

Cheap, cute shoes with good reviews: does it get any better than that?

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I meant to post this tip that was sent to me by vomohiper on Tumblr ages ago (thanks!), but it slipped my mind. Ollio Shoes on Amazon has a ton of really nice shoes styles ranging from $14-$25. The reviews are actually quite good too. Flats, heels, and sandals. The flats are my favorites:

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Exciting! ASOS has 20% off everything today until May 29 (plus they always have free shipping and free returns)

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ASOS rarely has sales, so this is pretty cool. Use code TAKE20. It includes their outlet section. Look at purses, belts, and shoes in particular, as well as their "curve" (i.e. plus size) line.

I really like ASOS, because they adhere to strict ethical practices in the sourcing of their merchandise, and yet their shit is still very affordable. It can be done! You can read about it here.

Cat shoes! Pinup heels! Wheeeee! (T.U.K. shoes on HauteLook)

I have a pair of their heels in a peacock design that are super-comfy and fucking gorgeous. They're not on sale here, but there are some other really cool things that range in price from $18-$65. Like these:

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$28

So . . . does anyone need $20 unicorn glitter shoes?

They're on sale at Beyond the Rack right now. This is one of those sites where you need an account to browse, so if you don't already have on, here is my invite link. Scroll down to "Iron Fist pumps" near the end.

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Meow’s the Time Heel is half price! $29. Buy it, because I cannot. I have a pair of T.U.K. heels (same brand) with a peacock design, and they are super-comfy. Even for me, who never wears heels.

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Dress Yourself: ASOS Clearance/Sale Accessories

Almost all of the clothing ASOS sells is a little too … let’s go with “young”, for me. They do, however, have awesome and crazy shoes, bags, and other accessories. They also have really great clearance/sale prices. 

Here is a photo of a purse I bought from them last year for $35, to match my cat:

Okay, it was a coincidence, but it’s a nice fucking purse, right?

They also have free shipping both ways, which is great. Worth checking out.

Here’s a link to a Pinterest board I made with a few cool things under $15.