This week, ShoeDazzle teamed up with the beautiful and talented Kristen Bell to create magic with The Art of Elysium organization for some deserving kids at Shriners Hospital in Los Angeles. Kristen and the kids decorated shoes and Kristen worked with our designer. What were they designing? Hmm… Could it be a shoe? Be on the lookout for Kristen’s exclusive design for ShoeDazzle this summer!

Ali wanted me to pass along this heartfelt goodbye message. She couldn’t type it herself because she’s entered the witness protection program and has been relocated to a place with no internet…in Arizona—gosh I hope that doesn’t narrow it down for anyone who’s hunting her for revenge. Anyway:

“Ladies, it’s been a blast! I’ve enjoyed sharing style and shoes with you, and I’ll definitely miss all the ShoeDazzle excitement! I’ve gained invaluable experience here, and made some great friends like Kyle. Now, I’m excited to see where I go next. Wish me luck!” – Ali

Whatever, Ali. Kyle likes me better anyway. I’ll make sure Kyle remembers you every now and then when we’re hanging out, doing tons of fun stuff without you. See ya later Ali-gator!

Love,

Richy T. & Kyle: BFF.

Who is Richy T.? Since our early days, Richy T. has been making us laugh hard and dress well, and we’re excited to present his debut video blog to our lovely clients! Many of you have read his entries at The Corner . We’re beyond excited to introduce a visual counterpart to his colorful commentary. We hope you enjoy! You can look forward to another installment of “Wear It! with Richy T.” next month!

From left to right: Nicole, Romanetta, Friend, Shauna.

Every shoe fanatic knows that the best things in life come in pairs! After careful consideration, these lucky ladies--and a few supplemental gentlemen--have made our stylist's top picks this week. If you'd like to complement your beau's casually sleek look, you should follow Nicole's example and aspire asymmetrically; he's leaning toward the conservative and you can get away with the opposite in a one-shoulder dress and a stunning shoe like Lark! If that's not your vibe, take a cue from Shauna and embrace the conservative with Wynn and a gorgeous, boldly-printed dress; her look is playful and yet totally sophisticated! When you want to match your partner in crime, a monochromatic look is sleek, easy, and gorgeous! Romanetta and her friend prove that coordinated style can be totally original in Tribute and Marchesa. Stunning!

In the spirit of stylish duos, ShoeDazzle is proud to announce its first Mother's Day contest! ShoeDazzle is looking to give one lucky mom a year of ShoeDazzle for Mother’s Day! Send us a photo of your mom and her shoes--for better or for worse--and she could win a year of ShoeDazzle and a a feature for you both on our blog! If you read our blog, you're hearing it first; so, submit your pics by May 3rd! You and your mom just might be our next dazzling stars!

The title is misleading.

You thought I was going to tell you how skipping the gym would make you super cool and nifty—not to mention slim, trim, and Heidi Klum. Nope. Basically, I’m sick; and I blame the creepy, sweaty guy who feigned friendliness by relinquishing the Stairmaster when he was actually and deliberately spreading the bubonic plague. Yes: that guy was the monkey from Outbreak, starring Dustin Hoffman, and he was really sweaty. Now, I’m really sick.

With that in mind, this Fitness Friday is dedicated to staying healthy while getting fit.

Step 1: Treasure your towel. If the world’s grossest person just got off the elliptical, don’t use your own towel to sanitize the handles (P.S. don’t use the handles, they don’t do anything). Wipe those things down with paper towels and disinfectant spray. If you use your own towel, you’re extra likely to wipe your face 10 minutes in and inadvertently put someone else’s sweat directly into your eye sockets. Just saying.

Step 2: Eye your pod. You can meticulously wipe down the machinery, but if your ear buds are dangling in a pool of sweat as you prep or your nano is resting in a nest of gum, you’re basically licking the person who was there before you. Wash your hands as often as possible and avoid lifting your music player to change songs or check the time. My advice: create a playlist that’ll not only keep you entertained but also help you keep track of time. (For example: Britney Spears’ 3 is exactly 3 minutes and 33 seconds long; so if it plays thrice it’s been about 10 minutes)

Step 3: Lay down the law—or at least your towel. Those yoga mats may look all comfy and friendly, but they’re not. Think about it; you’re sweating, the person before you was sweating, your pores are all open, and now you’re downward dogging all up in their perspiration. This towel isn’t big enough for the both of us.

Step 4: Don’t lick the water fountain. That one’s pretty self-explanatory.

I’m about to chug some Nyquil; but I hope those of you who don’t feel like they were hit by a truck have a good night!

Sincerely,

Richy T. –I’m too cranky for an icon, but I’ll have something fun for you on Monday; I promise.