"Barnes did shop a little. A day after she got the check, she spent about $280 on three pairs of sandals at Macy's and a purse."
"Sandals are an open type of footwear, consisting of a sole held to the wearer's foot by straps or thongs. While the distinction between sandals and other types of footwear can sometimes be blurry (as in the case of huaraches—the woven leather footwear seen in Mexico), the common understanding is that a sandal reveals most or all of the foot (especially the toes) to view. People may choose to wear sandals for several reasons, among them economy (sandals tend to require less material than shoes), comfort in warm weather, and (especially for women) for reasons of fashion and attractiveness."
"Here she is trying to convince us that she’s no longer a pop star but a serious country musician. You know what? I’m convinced! And no, not by her rodeo cowboy boyfriend but by the way she’s pulling a very good Dolly Parton impersonation!"