I see the point of having everyday shoes, which you slip on with your nothing-to-wear outfit and which look decent enough to get you through the day. Although I much rather wear gorgeous, attention seeking shoes, there's a time a gal has to downgrade her style and make it a bit less, well, colorful. Like meeting with uber-conservative clients or perhaps having lunch with your darling's grandmother.

I've found that Carlos Santana Women's Presume Shoe is just the thing for special, aforementioned occasions. These are a bit retro, with the pointed-rounded front, but also fashionable because of the slight platform.

Available at Shoes.com for $99.99 these shoes come in matte, metallic and shiny finish, in black, silver, rouge, bronze and brown.