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How to Style a Jeweled Sandal by dinafierro featuring a cuff bracelet

Summer's just around the corner and, in anticipation, I spent hours yesterday cleaning out my closet. It's always fun to be reminded of what out-of-season goodies were tucked away, and I now have clarity on exactly what I need to round out my wardrobe for the season. Always on the list are SHOES, and in particular, fresh sandals for warm weather (maybe the chic jeweled version from Giuseppe Zanotti above, for one)- I'm sure you can relate. If you're in the market, I've got good news for you - I've partnered with DSW to offer one lucky reader a $250 DSW Bonus Card! Here's how to enter:

1. If you're not already following DSW Shoe Lovers and Eye4Style (that's me!) on Pinterest, get on it!

2. Create a DSW Summer Lovin' Wish List board.

3. Check out the DSW Summer Lovin' Wish List board or DSW.com and pin at least 5 of your fave summer looks! Be sure to include hashtags #PintoWin and #DSWShoeHookup.

4. Fill out this Entry Form, cross your fingers and check back around May 19—I'll announce my winner then! As a bonus, you can enter to win through each of these bloggers as well!

While all opinions, as always, are my own, this post was produced in partnership with DSW.

I always laugh when I read "averages" as they relate to shoes. I mean, studies show that most women own around 20 pairs. Meanwhile, I have at least 20 pairs of boots alone. It's a rare season in which I don't cave on 5-10 new pairs - I know, I know, I have issues! - but this season, my move to minimalism has me focused on the perfect capsule. So, when DSW tasked me to participate in their Summer Lovin' Shoe Hook Up, I couldn't resist. With a $250 gift card in hand, I visited the Union Square store and picked up the three pairs seen above, which could take me through, conceivably, every day of spring and summer, yes? Clockwise, from the top:

Dolce Vita's stacked heel gladiator ($124.95) dresses up (and sexes up) everything from denim (I'm rocking them with a boyfriend cut jean and white Theory blazer today) to a floaty floral dress.
A summer flip flop is a must, and I'm sorry to say that you've gotta invest in new every year - rubber flip flops harbor crazy bacteria! These Havaianas ($29.95) are just a notch more special than your classic style, lending versatility.
While a classic Birkenstock-style sandal can inspire passionate feelings that range from flat-out disgust to absolute adoration, I lean closer to the latter. I invested in the cult classic two-strap Arizona style ($89.95) to complement the white patent Gizeh already in my closet, and fully expect to wear them into the ground.

If you're itching for more summer shoe trends, consider a bright trainer, the perfect peep toe bootie (I can live without but would rather not) or a perfectly of-the-moment block heel.

Stay tuned for a special opportunity to win a $250 gift card of your own to DSW next week, and in the meantime, join DSW Rewards for perks on perks on perks, including a $10 Rewards Certificate for every 1,500 points earned. You can also shop online now at DSW with promo code HEATUP to receive $5 off 1 pair, $10 off 2 or $20 off 3 pairs (valid through May 5th!)

While all opinions, as always, are my own, this post was produced in partnership with DSW.

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Your Summer Shoe Capsule Wardrobe Has Arrived