F Is for Favorite

I have a growing obsession with the shoe brand F-Troupe. I've seen lots of different styles, and everything I've encountered is wear-them-every-day simple but with a downtown twist. What's especially great is that the prices seem refreshingly fair. The most recent crop that's tempting me includes these modified motorcycle boots ($233), cut from a mix of leather and washed canvas. And these $188 round-toe almost-flats (there's a little wedge concealed under that gorgeous peacock blue suede) would be perfect for getting a boost in height without sacrificing comfort.

And, though they're on sale with very limited sizing, I think it's worth mentioning these sexed-up ballet shoes (now $123, down from $176) with elastic straps that crisscross around the tops of your feet.