I ride a hybrid Trek FX 7.3 (has platform pedals currently) and live in the suburbs near Portland, OR. Mostly bike to the store, library, Zoo, regional multi use trails, etc. I currently wear my running shoes to ride my bike. I've read that cycling shoes are better at distributing the power from the legs onto the pedals, etc., so I want to buy some cycling shoes. I'm not sure that I'll ever go to clipless pedals, although I saw one today at a LBS made by Shimano where it's platform on one side and clipless on the other! Anyway, I need shoes that I can walk around in and not have them obviously be bike shoes.

I tried on several pairs and LOVED the Specialized Women's Tahoe (charcoal grey/crimson). They fit well and at $79 are affordable. Now that I'm home I've looked at some online reviews and, given that they fit really well, plan to likely buy them. I know function should come first, but it's important to me that they look good. I'll be cycling often with "street clothes" like sporty dresses, etc.

Any thoughts? Advice? Are there shoes that might fit my needs that you love?

At this point my focus is on gloves, shoes, shorts (don't worry, I'll be asking things about shorts when I get to that point).
Thanks in advance.