Pumps I can (almost) live with at a price I can (almost) afford

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Ive been admiring these bitonal suede "Pessy Sue" Ashley Dearborn pumps for quite a while, but only toda is the Bluefly slashing the price to almost bearable territory: $152, down 60% from $375.

The heel is only 2 1/4", which is still high for me--in a stiletto, no less--but I would imagine quite acceptable for most fashionistas. What is striking about these pumps is, of course, the unexpected taupe-purple combination, which is at once daring and subtle. I love that the shoe doesnt fall into the yawn category but makes a statement with those purple suede covered heels and ultra-elegant lines. Chic, sophisticated, and slightly edgy--in other words, deliciously perfect.