1. Comfortable attire for maximum endurance.
2. Credit card. Cash will do in a pinch but can be limiting.
Note: Be sure to check card balances before leaving home. You wouldn't want to be caught at the counter trying to explain why your Mastercard won't go through.
3. Best girlfriend. A boyfriend will do in a pinch, and may even carry your packages, but may end up surly and dejected with the potential to ruin your shopping excursion. Please see below for further explanation.
4. Water bottle and snack. What if those Christian Louboutin Lady Peep 150mm hot pink patent-leather pumps aren't there when you get back?!
Another note: Coffee is great and we are all tempted by the Starbucks macchiato, but you aren't going to want to excuse yourself a second and third time to "powder you nose" in the middle of your outing.
Directions:
I must first say that proper readiness is imperative. We are of course, not Boy Scouts but none the less it would behoove us all to adhere to their charming aphorism and as they say, always be prepared. Remember, you are shoe shopping, this is not a quick jot to the corner epicerie and should not be treated as such.
Comfort is a must but you don't want to be charging out the door in sweat pants and a jumper. Remember, if you're leaving the house in pajama bottoms, you are saying to the world "I am giving up". Wear something that will allow you an idea of what your new Christian Louboutin Highness 160mm Platform Pump, Black Leather will look like with your existing wardrobe. Something you can both sit and strut in is imperative. I recommend a well tailored pants suit or a simple, monochromatic A-line skirt and complimentary sweater combo. If your butt looks good, so will your Christian Louboutin pumps. It will also serve you to note that, while accessories are often tempting, unless your destination supplies a coat check, then scarves, gloves, shawls and other fashion accouterments may prove cumbersome and ill suited for this particular excursion.
Be sure your undergarments are appropriate for the occasion. Any magasin de chaussures worth their calf skin won't permit un-stocking clad feet anywhere near their Jimmy Choos. So wear a pair of thin wool socks or knee length stockings. If the Christian Louboutin pumps you plan to begin your purchasing adventure in don't require the use of such sous-vtements be sure to drop some into your purse or hand bag. There are few things in this life as degrading as having to use the sock bin at your favorite boutique.
Presuming you are using credit, it is imperative that you check the balance of your chosen card to avoid any potentially embarrassing moments. As I said earlier, you won't want to be on queue when you find out from the register girl, in that very loud whisper she will inevitably use, that you have forgotten to pay your Visa bill again. I will assume for the sake of brevity, that we are all connected and making use of the internet; but if not, I am sure you can request a text message be sent to your phone with the available balance. Be mindful also of credit card spending. It is often tempting to reconcile oneself to the commonly held belief that if you don't have money in the bank, you don't have money at all. In regards to this onerous notion I must proffer the question: Then why did God create Platinum Spending? I will leave you at the mercy of your own common sense to resolve this query.
Depending on the impulsiveness of this excursion, you may not have had time to ring your favorite girlfriend. By favorite of course, I mean the girlfriend who shares your shoe size and preferably your taste. This is the time to do it. Shopping for Christian Louboutin Bibi 140mm Beige Leather Platform Pumps is a palatable solo exercise but much more rewarding if shared with the right companion. When you phone, let her know where you intend to spend the bulk of your time. My suggestion is to propose two or three shops that are of interest to you and be open to her suggestions as to where the remaining time should be spent. It is not imperative but choosing a caf for tea or lunch at this time is not a bad idea and will save you from the "where should we go today" debate that crops up just before the lunching hour and to which attendance may be difficult if you are weakened by hunger. Having a backup companion is not a bad idea either. However, if you are forced to use plan B, be careful to keep from mentioning that she was your second choice. There is no guarantee that she will take it poorly but it is better to be safe than sorry and there is no fun to be had trying on Christian Louboutin pumps while your compain, even the second string, is pouting somewhere in the handbag department.
A quick address on the issue of boyfriend assisted shopping. I do not by any means presume to know the intricacies of most relationships. I will however, say that the subject is a tender one indeed and needs to be approached as such. Speaking with the boyfriend to properly discern his feelings and preferences is imperative. Knowing not only if he is willing to assist in the first place but also for how long and in what capacity will aid in your decision to include or reject him as your commis aux commandes personnelles.
Last, but certainly not least, ensure that you are fully equipped with the proper parcelles. I do not believe it is possible to stress the importance of proper snack preparedness. Nothing short of fisticuffs over the last pair of Christian Louboutin - 150mm Splash Fur Fox Sandals will ruin a shoe shopping excursion faster than blood sugar induced fatigue. There are several packaged goodies that can be easily slipped into one's purse including bite sized cookies (look for low cal), small packs of almonds, or a piece of fruit. Water is also a good idea, and if you don't carry a bottle with you at all times already, I suggest stopping by your local market and picking up several small bottles of your favorite water to toss in your handbag and favorite vehicle.
With all of these items checked and double checked, you should be ready to hit the proverbial pavement.
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