Step Into Spring

Designers emphasize both comfort and style this season, so don’t sacrifice one for the other. Locally owned stores are your best bet for finding properly fitted, high-quality footwear that will keep you light on your feet all summer long.

AMBER is a 1920s-inspired, sturdy peep-toed shootie, by J Shoes, with leather upper, rubber sole, wooden heel and leather foot bed. Find it at She She Boutique, 2211 E. State St., Rockford
AMBER is a 1920s-inspired, sturdy peep-toed shootie, by J Shoes, with leather upper, rubber sole, wooden heel and leather foot bed. Find it at She She Boutique, 2211 E. State St., Rockford

Trulie, a versatile sandal by Taos, will take you from day to night and back again. Made in Spain, it has a durable, flexible rubber outsole; the upper is made of premium soft leather embellished by a woven strap and crafted medallions. A hook-and-loop instep and forefront straps allow for a perfect fit. The lightweight, padded contour cork foot bed will keep you moving comfortably all season long. Find Trulie at Akerman Shoes, 1613 N. Alpine Road, Rockford.
Trulie, a versatile sandal by Taos, will take you from day to night and back again. Made in Spain, it has a durable, flexible rubber outsole; the upper is made of premium soft leather embellished by a woven strap and crafted medallions. A hook-and-loop instep and forefront straps allow for a perfect fit. The lightweight, padded contour cork foot bed will keep you moving comfortably all season long. Find Trulie at Akerman Shoes, 1613 N. Alpine Road, Rockford.

Cutting-edge fashion and comfort come together beautifully in the Fly London Yito, a lace-up wedge made from a rich, supple leather. Influenced by a fusion of youth culture music and street fashion, Yito has cute tie details plus cutout designs on the sides and front. The leather and textile lining is designed for maximum breathability. A distinctive sawtooth wedge provides grip and stability for women on the go. Find Yito at the Foot Lodge, 6520 E. Riverside Blvd., Rockford.
Cutting-edge fashion and comfort come together beautifully in the Fly London Yito, a lace-up wedge made from a rich, supple leather. Influenced by a fusion of youth culture music and street fashion, Yito has cute tie details plus cutout designs on the sides and front. The leather and textile lining is designed for maximum breathability. A distinctive sawtooth wedge provides grip and stability for women on the go. Find Yito at the Foot Lodge, 6520 E. Riverside Blvd., Rockford.