It's workout time! Try Dick's Sporting Goods

I need some incentive to go to the gym - maybe some shopping will indulge my New Year's Resolution? These Under Armour Micro G Split Coldgear Running Shoe is made for women's feet. The footwear is only $89.99 at Dick's Sporting Goods, and they are so comfortable with their sleekness! I don't run outside, but they're built for all weather, with excellent shock absorption, fleece lining, and great traction for speed on all surfaces. I love the cushioning for my time on the elliptical, and they're only 8.5 oz (see title link).

Hot Heels

There are few shoes out there that are unique and wearable at the same time. Well, I found the Rampage Women's Nicki shoe in Houndstooth at Famous Footwear and it is just that. For just $44.99, you can feel like an uptown princess, keeping your individual style with the patterned print and keeping your flawless style (see title link)! You'll feel graceful AND sexy.

New twist to the classic

Converse Chuck Taylor has been around for decades, but they are reinventing themselves with the new All Star Double Tongue Plaid Ox Sneaker (see title link), which costs $49.99 at Famous Footwear. The Beluga/Chuck Pink shoe is perfect for preppy girls or grunge styles. The canvas upper features plaid, along with the usual rubber toe cap, and vulcanized midsole/outsole.

MK+A shoes

The Olsenboye Maddie shoe is good for back-to-school, but I like it now during the summer. You know, on a Monday morning where it's hard to get yourself in the mood to be all business. It's just $35 and looks completely vintage for that cover-of-Vogue feel. JCPenney calls it a "lace-up love affair." The fabric lining is practical and light. Make sure to get it in Black, though!

Take a Journey with Converse

I was at Journeys the other day to escape studying for exams, and I came across this Chuck Taylor All Star Print Sneaker. It's the Converse Lo Emo Dog Athletic Shoe in White and is just $49.99 (see title link), although I remember a time not too long ago when Converses were just $30. Amazing how these shoes are still cool after all these years. They've updated without changing and still have a great fan following. The canvas upper is classic.

Nike

Nike Zoom Trainer Essential II Women's Shoe in Black/Black--Metallic Silver--New Magenta is a great workout shoe. Plenty of support and cushioning for your feet, and lightweight upper with adjustable midfoot support strap, intended for better stability. There's also a Nike zoom unit at heel for cushioning, and a non-marking rubber outsole for traction (see title link). Retailing at $78.