It’s my birthday. *You* get the treat (Oh Shoes giveaway).

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Yes, Oh my readers, today is the day.

Im now FORTY TWO (& shouting HOORAY!!!).

The **fab** Oh Shoes! did send me a treat:

Because of the COLOR her approval did meet!

They matched my tattoo. The color *divine*.

(The Tornado did ask: Oh  Mama–they mine??)

I slipped them right on. By the comfort amazed!

The like-a-glove FIT? I could wear these all day(s)!

I wore them for work.


I wore them for play:

This misfit wore them on the treadmill one day**

The Alana? SO COMFY.  So sassy. SO PINK!!

The LOVE of my flip-flops they made me re-think.

At the child’s request I wear em all day.

She smiles when I start out my morning THIS WAY:

 (now for the serious part.)

What did I ADORE about my Alana shoes from Oh! Shoes?

  • The re-branding of me.  Pink? Heels? Patent leather inserts? What could be less me!?  And yet, to my delight, they were so OUTSIDE of my attire-box they ended up right back in.  The moment I opened the package and ripped them out of the Tornado’s hand held them I was smitten.  I say no to most giveaways/reviews these days—I could not resist the temptation of these shoes.  Which leads me to…
  • They are healthy heels.  And the company does NOT over promise.  I love my flip-flops.   I rarely rarely RARELY am seen in heels (my Bat Miztvah comes to mind. I was *married* in sneakers!).  I wore these all day and only remembered I had them on because of the barrage of complements.  They were BEYOND COMFORTABLE.  Im a frugal misfit and am going to buy myself the black pair.  Dont wanna take my word for it? Here’s why they are so comfortable:

  •  I. Felt. Sexy.  Sassy. I wont go into why—but I needed this right now.
  • They went with everything.  I am not known for my sense of style & had surmised the pink would match little and that the heels (no matter how healthy) would be limiting.  I was wrong.  From long shorts to short skirts the Alanas went with pretty much everything I owned!
  • I felt hip.  I was going to leave this one out—but feel compelled to share.  I was hosting a playgroup and as everyone left one of the mothers pulled me aside and said: I have to tell you I went in your room and I saw those shoes.  Im so impressed.  It took a few minutes but I finally put together she was talking about my Pink Confections.  I love the style, the cut the leather—you are so with it!  she continued.  And, as a misfit who is NEVER deemed stylistically “with it” —– I snickered (inside) I smiled (outside) & simply said thank you.

What did I not like about the Alana shoe?

  • Brace yourself people: it’s fall & there are only a few pink pairs left. Apparently Im slow to get to reviews (& I wanted to run this on my birthday) so you’re now mainly relegated to the brown and black both of which I completely covet.
  • Here’s where I’d say the cost—but Im not gonna and here’s why: you get what you pay for.  Honestly I might not have purchased these for myself initially (FTC MY SHOES WERE FREE) as Im Frugal McGee.  Now that Ive worn and worn them I understand why cheap shoes are not healthy heels.  These are so so so worth the money and even more so for us active women!!

(ok.ok. Ill get to the giveaway part even though it’s my birthday & Ill ramble if I want to ramble if I waaaant to…)

In honor of my birthday you may be entered to win a pair of Oh! Shoes for the low low price of a comment below.

What shoes would *you* choose were you to win & where would you wear them?

I never ask readers to ” go look at site and come back and comment.”

I turn down giveaways which require I do so.

That said, this is all my idea.  I ADORE MY ALANAS and long to know which ones you love.

Help me spend my birthday money and please to hit me up in the comments below.

Dont wanna wait to see if you won? use the coupon code juliejulie20 for 20% off

USA ONLY Winner announced 7.25.11

**This is a joke. Please to not try at home and sue me.

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Comments

  1. Loved these shoes when I saw Julie wear them at Fitbloggin’ … and you look great in them!

    While I’m sure the heels are comfy, I would pick one of the flats, because I don’t wear heels since being injured. I like the Felice … and if I had them, I assume I’d wear them everywhere, because that’s how I am with things I love.

  4. You are so so talented, Woman.
    Happy birthday.

    I start a real job next month and would wear the ones you have in grown-up black 🙂

  5. I love seeing you in those shoes!!

    I absolutely love wearing heels. I will most definitely look into these, because I teeter around on so many that are beyond uncomfortable – I’d LOVE to find some that actually feel good on my feet.

    And finally?

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I love you.

  6. SEXY MAMA at 42.
    I hope I will be like you!

    (That’s my rhyme, Mizzy)

    I would adore the Madelin for fall.

    You rock Carla.
    Have a fantastic day.

  7. No need to enter me (although I would look very snazzy in the leopard boots).
    I just wanted to thank you for what you do for us and wish you a very happy day.

  8. Happy Birthday! I NEED healthy shoes to baby my PF-prone feet while still looking kick-ass at work. I’d love to get the Tori (purple!) to jazz things up!

  9. Happy birthday, Friend I have never met 🙂
    Thank you for allowing me to start my day with you.

    If I could pick I would take any black heels.

    The one’s like yours!!!

  11. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!! You look great and you are rocking those shoes.
    I don’t wear heels because I’m flat footed and they just aren’t comfortable and I’m also frugal and won’t spend money on a good pair.
    I wear these everywhere work, grocery store, church, social functions etc

  12. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I love birthdays (tho you are 2 years younger)I find you such an inspiration! I love your pink skirt to match the FAB pink shoes! If I were to have a pair of Oh! Shoes I would choose the Oh! Shoes Tori in dark purple suede…..Lurve! Have a great time celebrating!!!

  13. LOVE the Millie shoes!!

    Have an amazing day Miz and welcome to the 42 club. ?. ???

  14. as a teacher, I need quality shoes -but spending money to find out they are duds – not cool!!

    I love the Playa and the Tori – OMG how sexy are those shoes!!

    Happy B’day my friend!

  16. You are so much fun and so generous Miz.
    I want leopard boots and I want you to get them, too, so we can match 🙂

    happy day!!

  18. Happiest of Birthdays to you! Look how generous you are, giving away gifts on your birthday. I’d love a new pair of shoes, I’m transitioning into grad student mode and need to start dressing the part.

  20. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I knew I liked you for a reason-we share a birthday week! Love the shoes on you! They are so fun!

    If I had to choose one pair-I love the sandals so I would choose the Ibiza sandals. They are adorable and a bit outside my comfort zone.

  21. Happy birthday! I hope you have a great one!
    Like you, I live in flip flops. My oldest daughter is now about 2 inches taller than me and my youngest is so close to catching up to me. I have told them I will have to start living in heels! I really liked the Ibiza’s. And the boots! If they are as comfortable as you say, they would definitely be worth it. Especially not to be the shortest in the family! 😉

  23. CARLA, I LOVE THAT PIC WITH TORNADO HUGGING YOUR LEG!!!

    Happy bday & what other way to spend it then wearing fun shoes!!!

    Don’t enter me cause I can only wear my Hokas right now & sneakers when me feet feel better so don’t want to take away from others…

    Have a wonderful & special day like you are!

  24. Your birthday?????? whooooop. Happy happy birthday! CUTE shoes! I want some of their boots- the talia in walnut. SO cute.

  25. I’d chose the Midora in black python. It’s something I could wear anywhere, from a job interview to a date to a night on the town. Basically I’d want a pair of heals that would go anywhere and with anything, since I’m likely to only have one pair.

  26. Canadian here who is going to buy those purple shoes because they do SHIP here right?!

    Happy birthday!!

  29. Happy happy birthday to you, Miz, and many many many more!
    Shoes? No shoes – just birthday hugs!
    No cake, either – I’m in training!

  34. Oooh – Talia purple boots! SOOOO cute! And Happy Birthday – it’s my kid brother’s birthday, too – must be a good one! 🙂

  36. Happy birthday!!

    I would love the ones you have in pink or brown.

    Awesomeness incarnate.

  38. First and most important – Happy Birthday!!!

    There are so many fantastic styles to choose from but I think I love the Playas.

  39. Love the shoes! (I already said it on Facebook but I still do!).

    And yes, when it comes to shoes I’d say you get what you pay for. It’s worth it to spend more on a good quality shoe.

  40. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

    So many cute shoes!! I love the boots and platforms…I love me some strapy shoes!

  41. Happy birthday! As a fellow 42yr old, I totally understand several of your reasons for loving those awesome pink heels.
    Such CUUUTTTEE shoes! Hope I win ’em!

  44. Oh my. So many cute shoes. Honestly though the Alana in black or brown would be fantastic for work. Happy Birthday!

  45. I have such a hard time with shoes for work because my feet are WIDE.

    I like the maroni and the Milli

    Love the free shipping return policy 🙂

  48. Happy happy birthday!!! If I won, I’d indulge in a pair that I wouldn’t spend the money on otherwise “not practical” –the Traci—LOVE the look of those shoes!!!

  50. dayum girl you look good in them shoes! one hot mama! happy birthday!!!
    I would love some pink heels..but since you took em.. I’d love the black silky napa heels.. or the purple kid suede heels.. I’d wear em wherever.. since I’m shorty n all.. I’d love to feel like a big girl 🙂
    heart ya!

  51. Oh my gosh, these are so adorable!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY AGAIN!

    As for what I would want – the Oh! Shoes Ibiza are calling my name. They’re beautiful!!

    What an amazing idea for the giveaway! You rock Miz!

  52. These are adorable! I’m torn between the same ones you chose (because when you’re getting something for free, where’s the fun in being practical!) or the Black/Walnut Traci shoes that look so multi-purpose. Nothing better than comfy heels!

  53. Oh my! I would wear my Alanas with my Hip Hostess Apron – alas – I haven’t worn it yet because I have nothing to wear it with!

    But these would be PERRRRRRRRRFECT! **I can see some muffin-baking and flattened souffles and pretty little canapes in my future for a little party**

  55. Happy happy birthday, Carla! I hope you have a fun and relaxing day:)

    It would be hard to choose a style, there are so many cute ones! But I would probably pick the Alana or the Franka and I would probably pick a shoe in brown – ever since my running injury when I learned I have special needs feet, I’ve been slowly replacing my shoes with high quality and a business shoe to go with my brown pants is next on the list. Thanks for doing this giveaway!

  56. I am in desperate need of the Traci Black Antiqued/Walnut. I need them because 1 – they are glorious 2 – I want them 3 – 90lbs ago I would’ve said I can’t wear heels cause I’m fat/out-of-shape/ugly and 90lbs later and the confidence I didn’t know I was missing – I KNOW I would look hot in those!
    And I would wear them everywhere. Every. Where.

  57. Happy Birthday, you young thang!

    I adore so many styles. The Alana in the natural python print jumped out at me – I think they would be so fun, and such a surprising statement with most of my “quiet” black skirts and dresses. I’d wear them at my seasonal job, where I’m on my feet for up to 5 hours at a time. Plus I’d wear them to HEB. Just, because. 😉

  59. Happy, happy birthday! And many more besides!

    You really expect us to visit a webiste with 1000 pairs of shoes and pick ONE pair? (I liked the Azurra and all the boots and am seriously hoping for a lottery win to fund the desire.)

  62. Happy Birthday!

    I loved these shoes when I saw Julie wearing them at FitBloggin – I even got to try them on! So cute. I am in love with the purple suade Tori. To die for.

  65. Happy Birthday Carla!

    Those are some seriously hot shoes, or perhaps it is the model? I would so love to strut around in the Talia boots. Reeooow.

  66. Oh, my…shoes! Gee, it’s tough to pick…I liked at least five pairs! My first pick was the Plato in gunmetal – I don’ thave any like that and yes, I’d wear them everywhere too! But I also liked Franka, Maxine, Cara and Andrea. Oh – happy birthday, oh inspirational one!

  70. Happy Happy Day Miz. Love the shoes love the rhyme. The Ibiza Sandals in Bronze for me. Love Sandals.

  71. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIZZZZZZZZ!!!!!! I just adore you so much, especially when you rhyme. You look awesome in those shoes. If I were to choose a pair of Oh! Shoes (PICK ME PICK ME) I would immediately buy the Pink Python Print Flats – adorable. I am toiling away trying to update to a more professional and yet still unique style, and they would fit in perfectly 😉

  72. I am starting a new job and would LOVE to have a pair of those adorable shoes to start it off with!

    Happy birthday to you dear Miz!

    Thanks for sharing your day with us 🙂

  73. Looking through their website I am so drawn to the

    Maxine healthy heels. They would look good with pants and skirts.

    and desperate yearn to try the

    Bronze metallic Ibiza sandals.

    Though, I admit, I’m not sure I could wear either one of these with my bad feet. (I should have tried Julie’s when I saw them at FitBloggin)…

  75. Those shoes would glam up my slightly sad work dresses and make me cry with laughter as my girls clomped around the house in them.

    I love the Alanas in black (or any color) or the very, very fancy Traci. Truely I heart them all.

  79. Hi Miz!
    Happy Birthday! I’m right behind you – 6 months till my 42nd. I don’t think we’ve hit middle age yet, don’t you agree?
    I would LOVE to win those shoes. I need a little sexy in my life, as right now, there is none. All I’m saying about that. If I got chosen, I would love the pink heels – cause they would not only help my feet, they would help me feel pretty! It’s been a long time since I felt that. Hugs, Leslie

  82. I never win anything like this but here it goes, mainly because I have been reading your blog for a long time and finally want to comment. 🙂

    I am with you. I would LOVE to wear the black Alanas! Anywhere and everywhere, haha. I live close to work and love to walk instead of driving but that means I can either walk to work or wear cute heels. Looks like this might be the solution to my problem!

  83. Love the Gails…in the metallic bronze Napa…would go dancing in those sexy strappy heels! Happy 42nd Birthday!

  85. Birthdays and sassy pink pumps seems like a winning combo to me. Happy Birthday to you!…and if I win 91/2 please of the very same ones you make look so good. I shall pretend I will look great in them 😀

  87. Happy birthday!

    As a teacher I have to look profession and “put together.” I rarely meet this standard (why, oh why, can’t I teach in Tevas?).

    That being said, I’m pretty sure I could rock the black Maronis and look appropriately professional, while still being – dare I say it? – comfortable.

  89. Happy Birthday! Those shoes are adorable AND sexy 🙂 I also like their Talia-Black Nappa and Traci-Black Antique Kid shoes too.

  92. happy birthday Carla –

    i would wear the felice in black – no heels for me!

    love you in your pink shoes!

  94. Happy happy bday! I’m all for the Oh! Shoes Cara – Aluminum Soft Patent sandals. The price is scccary. But my Momma seems convinced that only ugly shoes can be supportive and I might try to get her something here for her Bday/Xmas gift…

  95. I saw your shoes on FB and immediately started drooling! I love how retro-cute they are and you work them so well! Fun to see you get out of your box (and right back in again full circle)! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

  97. I’m so into this “healthy heels” idea. I adore heels, but rarely wear them cuz I know they aren’t good for me and most aren’t that comfortable. I’d wear the Alana or the Avery, but actually gasped when I saw the Tori in purple!!

  98. Happy belated birthday Miz!
    You look badass in the pink,
    I could not pull those off 🙂

  99. I love everything on that site MizFit.

    I think it was bad you introduced this Canadian to Oh Shoes.

    I can’t win but I want any of their brown boots 🙂

    Happy late birthday wishes.

  103. I LOVE these shoes. LOVE THEM. The pink ones are totally me, but I would be happy with the black as well. I am extremely envious of you.

    xoxo

  104. I never thought of myself as a pink heel wearing kinda girl UNTIL i saw the pics of you in yours! Those heels look so HAPPY…so happy birthday from a sneaker two different sock wearing mom 🙂

  105. Happy Birthday!!!
    I love the pics – so fabulous!

    shoes i’d pick..the gunmetal ones cuz they look that cool. but give up my flip flops for them..i dunno.

    enjoy your day!!
    xo

  107. I would LOVE the Madelin black pretty pretty please!

    Adored your poem in the post. So awesome!

    And of course…. Happy Birthday!!!!!

  108. Love the pink Alana’s – I’m usually in sneakers, but I’d make a point to get dressed up and go to dinner in these!

  111. Black Silky Nappa is the style I would choose.  The cutest little sling-back sandals with a one and a half inch heel to make my Queen Kong Size 11 feet feel feminine as I dress and make up every day to look and feel my best.  I like to have my housework and desk-work finished by 9 a.m. so that I am ready for the day.  Whatever surprises present themselves I am always ready to GO!  I like being made up from head to toe, feeling my best, even if I am 63 years old.  Linda Shirley 

  114. Excuse me while I wipe the drool off my chin. Awesome shoes always make me salivate. Slurp. Happy birthday and to answer your question, I would totally love to rock those Talia boots… in purple, no less. They would rock with a pair of skinny jeans!

  116. I love the Avery shoes! Or the Talia boots – I would wear those babies all Fall, Winter, and probably well into Spring! But the Averys are so preeety! I love em both. It’s times like these I wish I were independently wealthy because I would so totally blow most of it on this site! 🙂

  117. I’m just catching up in my reader and saw I missed your b-day so here is to YOU! Happy belated birthday to one of the most inspirational women I know!

  119. LOVE the shoes. WANT a pair! As much as I LOVE the pink ones, black or brown would probably get worn more often.
    You look so cute in those shoes…I don’t know if it’s the tattoo or the shoes, but DAMN….I want a pair of those shoes. I’m not going to get a tattoo though!
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY (a few days late)!!

  120. I LOVE the Alana in the pink, but I don’t see myself showing up to work (or grad school) in them, so I would probably choose the Alana in the brown instead. These are some gorgeous shoes, and if they’re that comfortable I would likely wear them to work quite a bit. It’s hard to find comfy heels!

  122. I’m not in the giveaway – I just wanted to say that those shoes absolutely rock! You rock! Hope you had a fabulous birthday.

  123. Oh how cute!! Love the shoes and, though I’m way late to the party (sorta… I see there’s another one comeing 🙂 thanks for paving the way to 42 for me! Or as I’m calling it this year – my 2nd 21st birthday, because this time around, I’m (we are) twice as awesome!

    So very right… 40’s rock!

    Hope you’re having the best year EVER!!!

  124. These look great! I like the Healthy Boots. I would love the “Oh! Shoes Talia – Walnut Nappa” and would wear them to work!
    Thanks MizFit!!

  125. I would go for the Alana or the Avery in black. I know, it doesn’t seem as crazy cute as the pink shoes (although I would consider the hot pink ones with the python print). And, I would wear them for good luck when I head off to interview for a new job (just got laid off) and I am a big believer in shoe mojo so I know they would be my lucky charm!

  126. Happy Belated Birthday!

    I would have to go with the Tori in dark purple! These would be perfect for my trip to Chicago!

  127. My hands have always shown that I am a working and artistic mom. So be it. I don’t wear rings but I love earrings ; ) By the way, I loved how your pink birthday shoes showed off your pink artwork on your leg!

  128. Oh lordy! You look fly in those shoes! (And wow I want delts like yours, holy cow) Happy Birthday!

    I am doing backflips over the Franka flats in the pink python print leather… I don’t need the height of the drool-worthy heels (I’m 6’2) but I could sure use the comfort and style! 🙂 Once I qualify as a PT I bet I’ll be pounding the pavements looking for my first fitness job, it’d be awesome to be doing it in such style.

  132. Ooooh! Lots of good ones – but I’d take the Talia in Walnut. I’m trying to class my Pacific NW act up a little bit, and most of the year, you’re in boots around here.

  133. Oooo, I love the Tessa! I’m gonna wear those sexy little babies to the grocery store, playgroup, gymnastics, and walking the pooch! Because I love’em! (And that’s pretty much everywhere I go) Yep, I think I’m ready to be Sexy Mom…and from what I read about Oh Shoes! I won’t even have to give up being Comfy Practical Mom, I’m just going to dress her up and give her some style. 🙂

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