Two designer challenges in one week. I know, I know, you are too, too lucky.
This time, we wrangled up a recent post to compare designer and affordable shoe options. One of these pretty thongs sandals is an affordable version of the fringed casual flop we’ll be seeing loads of this coming summer trend season, while the other is a more expensive (possibly more original) version of that same fringe-love design. Which pair do you prefer? Shoedish will gladly take them both; we’ll need both an orange and turquoise thong for our growing summer shoe collection. Get these Women's shoes by Wanted Frenge - Orange for just $35 or pick up the slightly more expensiveWomen's shoes from Cynthia Vincent Cree - Turquoise suede for $200.

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These Women: Ruffle sandals in true black from Gap.com look exactly like something that our friend, L, would totally buy. They’re not Payless, L, but they look like you and they’re still pretty cheap, especially considering the jump in prices currently wrangling that affordable shoe store. Pick up your ruffled t-strap flat thongs from Gap.com today for just $29.50 and get us a pair too.

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And the Celebrity Shoe Star is…Jennifer Hudson!!! Well done, H, someone actually beat Can to the punch. We must say, we’re impressed. Here’s a women who has survived adversity. What a whirlwind and bittersweet year this beautiful young starlet has had. Known as J Hud to the gossip bloggers, Jennifer Hudson has managed to keep it all together through a firestorm of ups and downs to become a superstar; a title which she so richly deserves. We can’t help but remember the preliminary days of her stint on American Idol; she’s certainly come a long way. As trite as it may seem, we must bring it back to the shoes, and this is one shoe collection that has mirrored its owner. Stepping into the limelight and taking it all in like a pro, Jennifer’s shoes are as delectable as her soulful voice. All shoedish wants to know is when will be famous so that we can have all those pretty shoes too. Oh yeah, we’re that selfish.

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It’s Tuesday again and you know what that means? It’s time for another fabulous Flat Tuesday brought to you exclusively by The Shoe Dish. This week, we were delighted to stumble upon these pretty color-blocked beauties from Chinese Laundry’s vintage subsidiary, Vintage Laundry. With a raffia body, patent cap toe, and matching piping, the Vintage Laundry - Thistle is a ballerina flat to make any outfit stand out. We’re especially keen on the strawberry cut-out embellishing the vamp, an element that completes the feminine Betty Boop look. Is it just us, or do these skimmers look like something Katy Perry would wear? They certainly match the vegetable/fruit and kitty cat theme of her stage setup…phallic symbols and all. Get yours today by visiting Chinese Laundry.

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Even though we’re very depressed about our poor toe - and didn’t receive any sweet get betters or well wishes for it, except for “gross” - we’re still going to take the high rode and share with you our love of sandals. You all are so lucky to have a friend in shoes like us. It’s almost that time of year again ya’ll, time for some skin baring shoes. Is your tan in order? Don’t worry, you still have time, but it might be something you should start thinking about. The
NEWKID ORANGE LEATHER studded t-strap sandal from Steve Madden is the perfect flat sandal for your summer of love. Available in orange (seen here) - the perfect compliment to bronzed-skin - and a gaggle of other summer colors, these will be the perfect addition to your summer 09 shoe collection. Shop at Steve Madden.com! This Valentine’s Day, give the gift of shoes with the Valentine’s Day Special from Steve Madden! Take an additional 40% OFF now thru 2/14 all Clearance items! Happy shopping!!

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