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In honor of our first 80 degree day, we’re kicking off another new series here at The Shoe Diaries! Now that summer is officially making an appearance, we’re here to help you choose the best sandals for 2010. Keep an eye out for our top choices in many trendy styles – from Toning to Espadrilles to Wedges. We will also be taking a look at some of the hottest colors and brands of the season. Let’s hop right in and take a look at our 10 Must-Have Roxy Sandals, compliments of our very own shoe expert Anna.

Roxy Twilight Sandal	I came across this picture of Audrina Patridge in Las Vegas and had to include it. She’s wearing a flip flop that closely matches the Roxy Twilight Sandal. This sandal includes Roxy’s standard EVA sole, which really boosts the comfort level of any shoe. I’m also liking the rhinestone accents on this shoe – it really helps to make this style stand out! If you’re looking for more of a color pop, don’t despair! It’s also available in purple or silver.
Anna’s second selection is another Roxy sandal featuring an EVA sole. The Roxy Juanita Sandal offers a casual, fun look that I’m told is a perfect match for your favorite pair of jeans. I don’t know about you, but the cork sole on this wedge really makes it a standout for me. I especially like the slight retro look of this type of heel.	Roxy Juanita Sandal
Roxy Hi Light Sandal	Next up is the Roxy Hi Light Sandal. This versatile nautical style sandal would go well with the sundresses, skirts and shorts that are sure to start popping up as the temperature rises. Don’t let the height of this 3 inch heel scare you off! The wedge heel and ankle wrap provide extra support, while the EVA sole adds comfort.
I love pink, especially the shade on this Roxy Tahiti Sandal. As a bonus, this shoe is only $13.95! That’s one of the things I like best about the Roxy brand – their shoes are not only casually fashionable, but affordable as well. This particular flip flop would look great paired with your swimsuit for a day at the beach.	Roxy Tahiti Sandal - Pink
Roxy Amaya Sandal	Anna’s next choice is the Roxy Amaya Sandal. This shoe can be dressed up or down, depending on your outfit. She suggests showing this sandal off on a shopping trip with friends. As with all of the Roxy sandals on this list, the EVA sole will help keep you on your feet all day long. This sandal also offers arch support, with a backstrap for added stability. Plus, my personal favorite touch, a textured finish in one of this year’s hot colors – gray!
If you’re looking for a shoe with a pop of color, this next selection just might be the shoe for you! The Roxy Hi Strung Sandal offers a rainbow of colors on its 3 inch wedge heel. Anna recommends pairing this with a sundress or skirt for one of my favorite summertime events – a barbeque!
Roxy Tahiti Sandal - Black	Up next is another version of the Roxy Tahiti Sandal – this time in black! Anna wanted me to be sure to call out the edgier look brought out by the print on the sole of this shoe. I can’t resist calling attention to the low price of this sandal again. At $13.95, this is a great style to buy in multiple colors. If you have children, you may be interested in the Roxy Tahiti Sandal in kid’s sizes!
I’m excited to see a second pink selection this list! The Roxy Jett Sandal offers another trend for Summer 2010 – metallic studding and details. Anna recommends this as a great go-to sandal for many popular summer activities, from shopping, to a night on the town, to simply hanging out with friends.	Roxy Jett Sandal
Roxy Pagoda Sandal	The next recommendation from Anna is the Roxy Pagoda Sandal. This basic wedge is a fun and flirty style that I personally think would go with pretty much any style this summer. I could see it matching especially well with a pair of cute capris for a day of errands or a semi-casual dress for an afternoon wedding. This style is available in black as well, but this color is selling fast! At $32.95, this versatile sandal would give you a lot of bang for your buck! This is another Roxy style this is also available in youth sizing.

Roxy Bangles Bag

Our last selection isn’t a sandal, but Anna couldn’t resist including it! The Roxy Bangles Bag is a great choice for the long summer days to come. The size of this bag provides the space you need to store all of your must-haves for a day in the sun. It even offers a great place to stash your shoes while enjoying the sand between your toes on the beach!

And there you have it! Our 10 Must-Have Roxy Sandals for Summer 2010 list is complete! Did we miss a style that should be included? Do you have any suggestions for future Top 10 lists? Let us know in the comments below!

Teva Ventura Sandal

Our week one winner, Pamela M. from Oregon, kicked things off by selecting the Teva Ventura Sandal. Flip flops are definitely my casual sandal of choice. These are great because they will go great with virtually any color. Plus, the brown leather makes it easy to dress this pair up or down, depending on your mood or agenda.  If you’re going to get a free pair of sandals, it doesn’t hurt to find one you can wear all the time! 

Nicole Pleasant Sandal

Week two brought about two very different sandal choices. Jennifer P. from Indiana chose the Nicole Pleasant Sandal. Again, this shoe is very versatile. A neutral color coupled with leather straps is super easy to adapt to different outfits. Plus, the platform on this shoe can really help you gain some height while not having to sacrifice comfort. The backstrap should also help to provide you with more stability – a plus when wearing a higher heel. 

Teva Omnium Sandal

Our second winner selected a more athletic, outdoor sandal. Cynthia S. from Pennsylvania picked out the Teva Omnium Sandal. This shoe would be great for days when you’re on your feet a lot. I also think they would be a stylish choice for outdoor activities that might involve getting your feet wet. They are much cuter than some other water-safe shoes out there – I really like the lime green accents! On a more practical note, they would also help to protect your feet from sharp rocks and other water hazards. 

David Tate Rosette Sandal

Week three saw another three winners selected. Again, the styles each one chose were very different. Rea P. from Pennsylvania definitely had dress sandals in mind! She selected the David Tate Rosette Sandal. This shoe is a classic. With the low heel and understated and elegant jewel, Rea should be able to get a lot of use out of this choice. I can’t imagine it going out of style anytime soon. 

ROBeeZ Chubby Car

I can honestly say that when I have babies, they will be rocking ROBeeZ pretty much from birth. While in college, one of my friends’ children had the cutest pair with an ‘I Heart Mom’ tattoo design. With just that one display of cuteness, I was hooked. They are, hands-down, one of the cutest baby shoe brands out there. It doesn’t hurt that they are also made of soft, flexible material perfect for your little one’s delicate feet.

ROBeeZ Lil Man

It appears the Super Bowl MVP and his wife Brittany just might agree with me on this one. It looks like the adorable Baylen Brees (son of Drew Brees) may have made his post Super Bowl appearance in a pair of ROBeeZ. Although I wasn’t able to find a photo showing the front of Baylen’s shoes, I think the ROBeeZ Chubby Car would be a good choice for parents looking for a similar shoe for their son. The ROBeeZ Lil Man would be very cute as well!

Congrats to the New Orleans Saints on their first Super Bowl win!

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I have to admit that ABC’s The Bachelorette is one of my favorite shows.  I love getting together with friends each week to watch the drama unfold.  This season was no exception, and truthfully included “the most dramatic rose ceremony EVER.”  (For those of you who don’t watch, this is something the host Chris Harrison seems to say every week!)

This season Jillian Harris chose IT consultant Ed as her perfect match.  I have to say Jillian had some of the best guys ever competing for her heart on the show.  It was hard for me to pick a favorite, and I usually have a strong opinion regarding who should ‘win.’

Report Women's Tayla Pump

Another topic I have a strong opinion about is Jillian’s outfit for her appearance at the Los Angeles premier of The Proposal. I usually love mixing bold, bright colors on the red carpet but Jillian took this style a little too far.  She included one too many hues in this outfit.  Between the lime green dress, brown belt, metallic purse and yellow shoes something has to go!

One option would have been to swap out the yellow shoes for another color.  A brown pump would have been a great choice.  Since her belt is also brown, this would have really pulled the outfit together.  My choice would be the Report Women’s Tayla Pump – classic and beautiful.  Jillian normally seems to have a wonderful style sense – I’m sure this is a mistake that won’t be repeated!