Q. I am a confessed shoe-addict who adores heels (especially because they elevate my 5'5" frame) and can't pass up a pair of stilleto pumps. Unfortunately, I will soon be starting a job where I will be doing a LOT of walking, and also spend a good deal of time in scrubs. Do you have any suggestions for cute but comfortable heels for the office (not too high) as well as shoes to wear with scrubs that AREN'T Crocs?

A. Congrats on the new job! We're always in search of cute but comfortable heels for the office. Generally, a round toe and a stacked 2 or 2 1/2 inch heel will be your most comfortable. Also, look for shoes that have added cushioning, like our favorite Cole Haans with Nike Air technology. Here are some stylish, comfortable, cushioned office picks:

1. Cole Haan 'Jena Air' Mary Jane, $295 at nordstrom.com
2. Taryn by Taryn Rose Devour, $225 at piperlime.com
3. Gentle Souls Instant Hit, $265 at piperlime.com
4. Aerosoles Role Play, $89 at piperlime.com

As for what to wear with scrubs, I'm not really sure what the rules are here, but I assume you can't wear sneakers. Though not the best looking, I've seen many medical staffers wearing Merrells. Here are a few comfortable options that may work for you, depending on the dress code at your workplace:

1. Naturalizer Cresson, $65 at piperlime.com
2. Cole Haan 'Air Bria' Mary Jane, $165 at nordstrom.com
3. Leather Comfort Ballet, $21.99 at landsend.com
4. MERRELL Women's Plaza MJ, $89.99 at shoes.com
5. MERRELL Women's Encore Groove, $74.99 at shoes.com

Q. I hope you can help me with what seems like a simple quest. I have been in search of some great versatile brown heels for at least a year now. I was originally looking for brown croc heels but am open to other options. Maybe I'll have better luck in the fall but I have a bunch of skirts & outfits that really need a basic brown shoe now. I'd probably wear them mostly to work so need a closed toe & everything right now is sandals, open toed etc. Also on the wish list - heel about 2-2 1/2 inches high or less, dark brown in color. Most flat leather brown heels seem to look cheap to me so I've been avoided those. Or, the brown is a strange shade. Black is so much easier - black is black!

A. We found some truly beautiful brown shoes with moderate heels, including a couple of croc pumps. These are classic shoes you can wear year round. And all but one are under $100!
1. Nine West Nuncio 13, $69 at piperlime.com
2. Franco Sarto 'Fall' Pump, $84.95 at nordstrom.com
3. Circa Joan & David Reginah 7, $99 at piperlime.com
4. Kenneth Cole Reaction Bell-issma, $89 at piperlime.com
5. LAUREN Ralph Lauren Tamia, $99 at zappos.com
6. Terza Corsia, $79 at yoox.com
7. Cour Carre, $138 at yoox.com

Q. I saw a great brown motorcycle jacket by Dear by Amanda Bynes which I love, but there are no Steve and Barrys near me, and I can't find any of the jackets online. Where can I find a similar brown vintage-looking motorcycle jacket to this one that is very affordable?

A. Found! Here are some super affordable brown moto jackets:

1. Epaulette Detail Jacket, $36.50 at wetseal.com
2. Autumn Cargo Jacket, $29.80 at forever21.com
3. FULL TILT Womens Venus Moto Jacket, $39.99 at tillys.com
4. Silence & Noise Wyatt Moto Jacket, $128 at urbanoutfitters.com

Q. Layered necklaces are so hot right now....I've seen both Lauren Conrad & Heidi Klum sporting them lately. I'm dying to replicate this look in gold but not sure where to start. Can you offer some suggestions?

A. Layered necklaces can look chic and studied or effortlessly "thrown together" depending on which look you are going for. There are no strict rules as this is all about personal style and having fun. It's also a great way to give new life to some pieces you may already own. Here are some guidelines:

1. If you prefer a neat look, try layering delicate necklaces of varying lengths. The chains should be the same metal (gold with gold) and approximately the same thickness (delicate with delicate; thicker chains with thicker chains). This is, perhaps, the easiest way to layer necklaces.

2. For a more bohemian-inspired look, try layering beaded necklaces of varying lengths and materials together.

3. Try layering a simple chain or beaded strand with a longer pendant style necklace for a look that is easy to accomplish.

Get inspiration from these layered necklaces below, or better yet, buy one that's already layered if you don't trust your own layering skills!

1. Juicy Couture 'Admiral's Daughter' Long Layered Necklace, $128 at nordstrom.com
2. tuleste market Layered Ball & Chain Necklace, $140 at shopbop.com
3. Lucky Brand Love Layer Necklace, $95 at luckybrandjeans.com
4. Kenneth Cole New York Double-Layer Necklace, $40 at dillards.com
5. Bead Multi-Strand Necklace, $29.99 at target.com
6. Merona® Multi-Strand Faceted Pendant Necklace, $9.99 at target.com
7. Square stations necklace, $49 at bananarepublic.com
8. Moroccan Haze Layered Illusion Necklace, $35 at lizclaiborne.com