[jodi]

I buy a lot of shoes (especially dressy ones that I will only wear a few times) at thrift stores. I buy sneakers at Payless or Wal-Mart since I don't need anything fancy (not a runner or anything). I have had some great pairs from Payless that have lasted a long time, despite being only $15 or $20. My last pair of sneakers were brand-name from my SIL because I asked for a new pair for Christmas! She bought me better sneaks than I would ever buy myself.
I have to buy a pair of Dyeables for my brother's wedding in August...the cheapest pair at David's Bridal was $40 and I just could not do it. I am going to check out the Dyeables at Payless, or just hope I can find a pair of sandals in celadon sometime in the next few months. It's a color that I know I will never wear again in my life and I just cannot bring myself to spend $40 on a pair of shoes.