The best thing about the day after Thanksgiving isn’t the left-overs. Black Friday, the day after the gastronomic turkey feast, marks the official start of the holiday shopping season. What better way to work off all those calories than with some intense cardio-shopping in the malls of America? And reach for that 30%-off item. Double time; Barney’s shoe department is about to open.

Time to kick -off the high heels and hit the aisles in a pair of sale-seeking, bargain-bustin’ flats. A lower center of gravity will help you spring ahead of the masses to be the first in line when the doors open at midnight. You’ll be nimble and quick-footed with a cushioned arched as you load up on deals galore. And the non-skid sole will allow you to turn on a dime when the only register in the store without a snaking line opens.

The Poetic License ‘Desert Stars’ flat from dsw.com ($29.95) fits every shoe lovers wish list for chic and sporty footwear. Now you can dash in style and comfort as you get gifts for everyone on your list from Grandpa Joe to your office secret Santa.

Don’t forget to treat yourself. Get ready for the big shopping day and check out these early-bird shoe savings, exclusively from Fantastic Toe:

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