Loud and proud is a must for summer shoes. Floral patterns used to be reserved for the gray-hairs, but remember: ultra-kitsch can also be ultra-chic. It’s all in how you handle them. Wear these sandals wisely, and don’t mix prints unless you know what you’re doing (stripes and florals always work well). And don’t force … Continue reading “Top 5 Floral Prints: Blooms That Go Boom!”
Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean it’s time for nothing but strappy bright sandals, all day, everyday. But if you’re a boots-and-jeans kind of girl, full-coverage ankle boots are a bit heavy, not to mention hot (although the right ones can look cool and relaxed with shorts). A bootie that’s been aired out with a … Continue reading “Top 5 Slingback Peep-Toe Booties: Get In the Sling of Things”
The theme of exotics has always played a major roll in my shoe collection, but it is particularly on-trend this season. With a mere touch of exotic embellishment, simplicity becomes exciting. The downside of luxe lizards and pythons is how precious they can feel (after you’ve spent the cash, how can you help it?). Not … Continue reading “Frugal Friday: Trending Now, An Exotic Touch”
Wedges like these are summer staples. There is nothing easier to slide into on a warm night then a pair of nude suede wedges. Soft, supple and leg-elongating, these are the perfect pumps to party all night in. Heels like these can be worn to a fancy dinner out paired with a Shoshanna dress for … Continue reading “Pedro Garcia Cutout Suede Slingback Sandal: Nice and Nude”
Nothing says summer like Nautical stripes. Typically, espadrilles are the season’s usual but there are plenty of surprises this summer when it comes to stripes. Here’s five examples of stripes taken to the next level: 1) Soludos Woven Striped Flat Espadrilles: Add summery stripes to an espadrille flat, and you’re headed straight for the sun and … Continue reading “Top 5 Nautical Stripes: Espadrilles and Heels and Wedges Oh My!”
Ready to rev your engines? These heels are crazy, cool, and wickedly creative, but wearable? Not so much. Miuccia was inspired by the auto-shop for spring, and these shoes are way hotter than anything burning up under the hood of your car. To say Prada is on fire is accurate in the most literal sense … Continue reading “Prada Spring Shoes: Prada Builds Hot Rods”