If shoes are your thing then you probably have dozens upon dozens of sandals, sneakers, loafers, flip-flops, boots, and other footwear. But how many of them do you love? Really love?

How many fit well, complement your fashion sense, and are versatile enough to serve multiple purposes? Moreover, how many of these shoes do you really need? You may be surprised to learn that the following nine must-haves are the only styles required to create a shoe wardrobe so all-encompassing, so perfect, that no matter what the occasion is, you will always have just the right shoe.

9 Shoes You Must Have

Two or three pairs of expensive-looking shoes for a work. Tip: Study what your boss is wearing then get yourself two great-looking pairs of similar shoes. You do have a the number for the cobbler programmed into your cell phone right? Need style suggestions? Go with pumps. Not only are pumps flattering and easy to wear, they are the quintessential woman’s work shoes.
One warm-weather work shoe. Your best bet is a two-part pump—or one with peep toes— in a light shade such as tan, beige or dove gray.
One pair of slingbacks in a neutral shade. This type of shoe looks chic with straight skirts and classic-cut trousers. Plus, they work well with formal and near-formal wear, add sophistication to jeans, and instantly dress up a denim skirt.
One pair of strappy dress sandals. Best colors: a mid-tone or pale neutral, including metallics such as silver or gold.
One pair of neutral-colored casual shoes for weekends. You can never go wrong with classics such as oxfords, moccasins, loafers, or clogs.
One pair of attractive athletic shoes. They’re good-enough-looking for your Juicy Couture tracksuit, yet hard-working enough to perform at the gym.

When it comes to shoes NEVER trade comfort for style and look

One pair of fashion boots in a medium or dark neutral. Top-of-the-calf boots with a flat heel are one of the cold weather season’s hottest looks, but are surprisingly in-demand even as the weather grows warmer.
Two or more pair of casual, warm weather shoes in a pale neutral or fashion color.</b> Think sandals, ballet slippers, or flip-flops done up in a dressy material like leather. Consider yourself a die-hard fashionista? Find a pair of espadrilles with a low to medium heel. Espadrilles are one of 2006′s most coveted warm-weather trends.
One pair of galoshes or other weather-protective footwear. If you spend a good amount of time outdoors, go with two pairs . Be sure one is a classic style, such as Hunter Wellingtons in navy, green, red, pink or pale blue.

So ladies, clean out your closets, and stop spending money on shoes you don’t absolutely love, do not fit well, complement your style, and are not versatile enough to serve multiple purposes. If you follow the above tips you will create a fashion footwear wardrobe, that no matter what the occasion is, you will have the perfect pair of shoes.