Waterproof and Insulated! Hi-Tec is Here

Thanks to Hi-Tec, you can be warm, waterproof, and stylish! Fully waterproof suede leather uppers with warm faux fur lining and Thinsulate insulation. Lightweight construction and durable non-slip outsole. *Fits a wide foot very well. Whole sizes only.Available now at village-shoes....

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The Soft Glow of the Season

Full of sparkle and glee, the season is upon thee.Houses that twinkle from a thousand white lights.Shoppers that scurry before Christmas Night.Now that it's over, what do we do?Ring in the New Year, Hope our dreams all come true.Inspiration might finds us,in a million small ways.Let our eyes be wide openand our hearts always g...

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Holiday Wishes To One and All!

Wishing Everyone a Happy Holiday and even better New Year! Wherever you are, whatever you do...-photo by Stacey LarnerdMay it be filled with love and light.-from all of us at Village Sh...

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Something New: Archmolds

We'd like to introduce you to a new product we're carrying in our store: Archmolds. Heat mold-able insoles that help alleviate many of the aches and pains we all can experience in our daily lives.Archmolds aid in the relief and the prevention of many common problems including...Heel and arch pain due to Plantar FasciitisHeel SpursRunner's KneeOver PronationKnee and Back PainArchmolds Topsheet includes Advanced Ag which has been proven to kill over...

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And The Winner Is...

Congratulations to our winner Diana L. ! Her quote won her our Winter Prize Package Giveaway."I don’t understand how a woman can leave the house without fixing herself up a little – if only out of politeness. And then, you never know, maybe that’s the day she has a date with destiny. And it’s best to be as pretty as possible for destiny." ~Coco ChanelMay we all meet our destiny with grace, humility and style Diana.Wishing you a Happy Holiday and a prosperous New Year!- from all of us at Village Sh...

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Pretty Darn Cute.

I cleaned out my sock drawer recently, and was surprised to discover how many of my old favorites have gotten a little too much love. Mostly in the big toe area. Too bad I can't even sew a button! A little research proves that darning your own socks isn't quite as difficult as I thought, and once you know how, your reinforced favorite argyles are back in rotation!The other night, while crafting away with VS employee Kerry Alonzo, we got to talking...

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There's Still Time ! Holiday Shipping Schedule

There's still time to shop online and receive Holiday Gifts by Christmas.3 Day Rush Delivery - Order by 9am PST December 18th. Must click Express Shipping at checkout.Call 1-866-482-1321 if you need more details.Holiday Hours and Winter HoursThe store will be closed Christmas Day and News Years Day. We will be closing at 4pm on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.Winter Hours will start January 3rd. We will be openMonday - Saturday 11 - 5pm and Sunday...

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The Best Way to Spend that Holiday Bonus...

The babysitter arrived late, the baby was screaming, and the three day old leftovers you wolfed down standing over the kitchen sink tasted a little funky... Wearing your favorite black sweater dress and your brand new 'guilty-purchase' ruffled satin platform heels, you madly chip away at the ice on your windshield before surging across town to arrive at your boss' holiday party just as she's completing a warbly rendition of Shania Twain's "Honey...

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Ugly Sweater Cookies....

Want to make something different for the Holidays?Check out these Ugly Sweater Cookies!Sugar cookies made to look like ugly sweaters will surely give your friend's something to talk about.- photo by Risa...

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Quotes Entries From Our Fans...

"Stretch pants - the garment that made skiing a spectator sport." ~Author Unknown"I don't know who invented the high heel, but all men owe him a lot." ~Marilyn Monroe“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, wine in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" - Anonymous"Never attempt to teach a pig to sing. It's a waste of your time, andannoys the pig." - Robert...

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Win Our Winter Prize Package Give-A-Way!

Enter for a chance to win our:Winter Prize Package Give-A Way!Simply send us your favorite quote, and one lucky winner will receive our Prize Package worth over $100!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~"If most of us are ashamed of shabby clothes and shoddy furniture, let us be more ashamed of shabby ideas and shoddy philosophies.... It would be a sad situation if the wrapper were better than the meat wrapped inside it."~Albert Einstein~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Please...

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Belle's in Boots!

The Village Shoe's ladies just love their boots! Send us some pictures of you in your favorite pair of boots. We'll post them on our blog over the next few weeks. Risa is decking the halls in her Frye Carmen Harness boots with jean leggings under a vintage romper and a white silk blouse.Halle is wearing her brown Fluevog Heidi boots with an XCVI skirt and a hand knit cowl made by Village Shoe's Employee Kerry Alon...

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A special goodbye from Sigrid...

It’s Been A Great Ride -by Sigrid StrebeDear Friends and Sole Mates,It’s been a great ride and now I’m at the station for my next destination.It is with a mixture of sadness and joy that I am passing the Village Shoes torch to Stacey. She recently purchased Village Shoes and is well prepared to bring the same great service, shoes and accessories you have come to love over the years.Stacey has been with me from the beginning and loves the store as much as I do. She has been tending to it’s every need for awhile now. She is a strong, beautiful...

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Art Shoes On News 10!

Our very own Halle Riddlebarger was in the news! Sunday KTVL News 10 showed up at the store and interviewed Halle about her custom art shoes. If you missed the spot, which aired on the Monday night news, you can view it now.Contact Halle if you are dreaming of your very own pair or want to gift a pair to a special someo...

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15% Off Now-Sunday and Free Shipping

100% Cashmere Scarves for Him or Her! They make a luxurious gift for anyone. Made in England. Reg: $44 On Sale: $37.40Put something special in her stocking this season. Grab a design from local Jewelry Designer Kate Jack. she blends her eye for detail into wearable pieces of art. Reg: $69 On Sale: $58.65Killer Kushionz are on every girls wish list! Seriously created to help make shoes more comfortable, and stop annoying, painful issues.Reg: $13 On...

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What we do...

Today we are introducing you to our featured Artist Kerry Alonzo..."My name is Kerry. I live in the lovely town of Ashland, Oregon. I happily work at Village Shoes, but I also make jewelry. My pieces are pure fun! I make mostly bracelets and some necklaces. They are put together on stretchable clear elastic with a wide array of beads that I hand pick myself. I use it all - from Vintage to Plastic, as well as semi-precious stones, wood and crystals....

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Village Find: A Diva Divided

"Which one to choose? Crystals or pearls? Why not wear both? This piece is almost in two distinct sections that merge to create a beautiful whole.One half is Swarovski crystal rivolis and round crystals, surrounded by seed beads, the other side is dyed crazy lace agate cabochons, seed beads and multiple strands of freshwater pearls, and 14 kt. gold-filled beads, terminating in a gold cone and handcrafted clasp, both 14 kt. gold-filled. This connects...

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Fall Recipe #2 - Zucchini Bread

Another easy recipe that is purely divine is an all time favorite of mine is Zucchini Bread.I made this bread the other night and the intoxicating smell wafting through the house was amazing. Justin, my partner looked at me funny when he saw me grating zucchini to put in the bread, but an hour later when the warm bread from the oven was melting in his mouth and his eyes were rolling in the back of his head he understood completely. It's the best sweet bread!Recipe # 2 - Zucchini Breadby Stacey Larnerd3 cups flour1/2 tsp baking soda1 tsp baking...

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Pleasure and Meaning: Joan Hornig Jewelry

At this time of the year, we are reminded of the importance of giving back. We are encouraged to be thankful for the things we have and to share our good fortune. I recently discovered an article about a jewelry designer named Joan Hornig that really drove this message home."In 2003, Joan developed a way to encourage others to join her in support of educational and other philanthropic initiatives. Her model of giving 100% of the profits on each piece...

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Holiday Wrapping - Simple and Affordable

One day I was shopping at Michael's which is always dangerous for me. Aisles and aisles of endless possibilties just staring me in the face. I'm not a scrap-book junkie but I love beautiful paper and I found a gorgeous book of paper I couldn't refuse.Once I had this thousand sheets home with me I had no idea what to do with it. My first creative project was making fancy hand made business cards for an artist friend of mine. She loved them. My second...

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Staff Favorites- Fall Recipes- Pumpkin Cake

We decided not everything in life revolves around your shoes... although we do love fabulous shoes! We'd like to take this time to get to know you and let you know those of us here at Village Shoes. As the daylight gets shorter and it begins to get colder outside we'll warm you up with some of our favorite recipes as well as other interesting and delicious tid-bits of information we think you'd love to know.Recipe #1: Pumpkin Cake by Stacey Larnerd3 cup flour2 cup sugar1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp cinnamon2 tsp baking soda2 tsp baking powder2 cup pumpkin...

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Sexy and Tough: Frye Harness Boots in Red

Be tough and sexy in this motorcycle boot from Frye! With the definitive O-ring, straps and studs, Frye's classic Harness Boot holds a treasured spot in American culture. The timeless design features stunning burnt red leather uppers, cushioned shock-absorbing memory insoles, a pitched heel with rubber heel lift, durable Goodyear welt construction, and Neoprene oil resistant sole. Antique brass hardware. Made in the USA.Only $218 at village-shoe...

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Have an Eco-Friendly Halloween...

Halloween evokes images of ghosts, goblins, and witches. The smell of fall leaves and the brisk night air on your face. Eco- shopping is on the tip of everyone's lips these days. How about a green Halloween this year? Here are a few tips to help you do just that:Make your own costume from recycled materialTrick or Treat with a Chico Bag, then use it for grocery shoppingGive out trinkets instead of candyFor more information visit Green HalloweenPhoto...

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It's Snowing In Ashland Today!

It snowed in the mountains today in Ashland while the rain poured down in town. The dark grey sky was eerie and set a beautiful backdrop for the colorful trees all around. Halloween is just around the corner... are you ready? Maybe not.Never fear... Village Shoes is here. Whether you need tights, socks, legwarmers or god forbid: Boots... we are standing by to help you with all your wardrobe needs. Stop by the store or shop online and please feel...

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Two Trees for Donivee!

"Two Trees for Donivee" is a custom pair of art shoes illustrated by pen and ink artist Halle Riddlebarger for a wonderful Village Shoes customer from Arcadia, California. Drawn in black india ink on a white leather pump, this pair features trees reaching up from the base of the heel and the branches wrapping down around onto the toe.Want your own art shoes? The artist can draw on any light colored, smooth leather shoe. Contact the artist at halle@village-shoes.com...

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Village Find: Giddyspinster

Check out this Clear Succulent Planter made from an exotic dancer's recycled platform stiletto! Recycling at it's best.This is a size six repurposed stiletto heel. It used to belong to an exotic dancer friend of mine (thanks Jamison!) I removed the top of the shoe, sanded it, drilled holes for drainage, and then planted it with a purple-tinged succulent (an echeveria hybrid) with a tiny thorn at the tip of each "petal".The succulent plant will need...

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Bestey Johnson For Fall Has Arrived!

Accessories for fall are huge this year! A must have on every girls shopping list this season are Button Ups. A silky soft cable knit legwarmer with a classic xox BETSEY signature on adorable heart shaped buttons.Shop Now !$38Who can resist this sexy cotton blend knee high sock? The Peek A Boo is flirtatiously delicious with it's open front detail going all the way up your leg. 75% Cotton, 20% Nylon and 5% Spandex.Shop Now! $15Every girl needs a...

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All Women and Men Should See This!

I posted this video on my personal facebook page this morning, and I thought it was so powerful and necessary that I should post it here as well. This is for all of the women who never feel beautiful enough and the men who don't understand. It's not real! Let's start to recognize this truth.-Post by Sta...

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The Magic Of The Season!

Come by and see our Halloween window this season. We're bringing you the magic of the season with a re-creation of Diagon Allyfrom the Harry Potter series.Our first installation: Ollivanders Wand sh...

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We Have Something Special Up Our Sleeves!

The Village Shoes Crew is preparing our bestHalloween window yet!Can you guess what it's going to be ?Stay tuned for more clues...

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Punk Rock Girls Unite!

If you're a punk rock girl then the Black Hole by Volatile is for you! Metallic bluish purple upper with full lace-up and double buckle details on shaft. Full inside zipper for easy on and off. Chunky lug rubber outsole. All man made materials. Only $49 at village-shoes....

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Custom Art Fluevogs!

As if John Fluevog shoes aren't unique enough, these beauties are genuinely a one-of-a-kind Fluevog! From Fluevog's Mini family, meet the Lily Darling in ivory, illustrated in pen and ink by Village Shoes' own Halle Riddlebarger. This one-of-a-kind pair was drawn for a lovely lady from South Lake Tahoe, California.Have a pair of old light-colored leather shoes just hanging out in the back of your closet? Give them new life with a little ink embellishment!...

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Last Days Of Summer - Enjoy 10% Off Sale!

"Tonight I raise a glass to the last days of Summer. Fall has suddenly appeared. There is a familiar crispness to the air. Those hot summer nights seem to have disappeared and the need for snuggling up beneath a blanket has begun.As the season takes hold I begin to want to cook soups and bake amazing food in the kitchen. I'll stay in my pajamas all Sunday morning curled up with a good book, great coffee in hand and a sense of peace in my heart. It's the simple things in life that matter most.Soon the trees will turn color and the smell of pumpkins,...

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Employee Pick of the Week: Nannette

The employee pick of the week is John Fluevog's Nannette! The Nannette is a tall equestrian boot from Fluevog's Adrian family. Stylish three buckle detail and nine eyelet laces adjust for a secure fit around the foot. Full zipper up the back of the calf for easy on and off. Gorgeous brown leather uppers and full leather lining. Tunite soles bear the message "A thankful person is a happy person." Made in Portugal. Only $319 at village-shoes.com!Wondering...

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Trees and Birds - Custom Art Shoes

An old Chinese Proverb reads: "Keep a green tree in your heart and perhaps a singing bird will come." Put these one-of-a-kind art shoes on your feet and you'll have both trees and birds!Trees and Birds is another unbelievable pair by Pen-and-ink artist Halle Riddlebarger who proves that a little ink goes a long way. Beautifully hand drawn in India Ink on a smooth white leather pump by a local Ashland artist, each pair is one of a kind.Size 7 only...

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