In the fetish-inspiring shoe departments at Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, finding glamorous, sexy, trendy or investment-worthy shoes is a breeze. But finding shoes you don't want to fling off your aching tootsies into a corner the moment you get home ain't easy. At this tiny shop tucked into the backside of Inwood Village, you'll find the biggest selection of women's Birkenstocks and Danskos in the city. Classic Birkenstocks--open-toed sandals and clunky clogs--are comfy. But this store proves that the earth-mama look has changed. In addition to the perennials, Heart & Sole has Birkenstock sandals with colors, patterns and trims that look positively trendy, in a quiet, let's-not-get-all-excited kind of way. You won't find any high heels, but some Dansko pumps and boots provide a lift without leading to foot cramps by 3 p.m. And the red patent clogs? Get in line.
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DSW Shoe Warehouse Multiple locations