Everywhere we look right now, booties are getting credit for being this fall’s shoe of choice. We’ve already discussed those, so I think today we’ll let the smoking slipper shine today. Perfect for the transition of fall to summer, I mean who are we kidding it seems like it’s hot through September these days. Here are the ones I’m deciding between.
Vince Camuto ‘Lilliana 2’ – $97
I’m digging the prints, sparkles and studs for this style to add a little pop to your outfit.
xx
-h
It’s no secret that S and I have an affinity for shopping at Nordstrom. So, when the anniversary sale comes around every summer, we do our best not to get too carried away. This year, I’ve been scoping out booties. I mean, I already have my fair share of tall boots. But these would truly round out my collection. Plus, they are totally spring/summer wearable, right?
Aldo ‘Fastrost’ Boot – $86.90 during sale, $129.95 after
Indigo by Clarks ‘Heath Harrier’ Bootie – $89.90 during sale, $139.95 after
Sam Edelman ‘Petty’ Bootie – $104.90 during sale, $159.95 after
Check out my other anniversary sale picks on my Pinterest board.
xx
-h
You know that song, Pumped up Kicks by Foster the People? I thought the lyrics were “run faster then your grandma” for the longest time. Apparently, that isn’t true. Anyways, when you want to make a pumped up statement reach for those platforms that are sky high. No, you can’t walk in them for more then 10 minutes. Yes, they look hot as hell.
At 5″ these Ann Taylor Dana Leather Platform Sandals are a force to be reckoned with. I’m picturing these babies with a pair of white jeans, a flowy top, and a smoky eye for a night out.
Gimme.
xx.
-h
Last week I was dinking around downtown waiting for a friend to get off work before we heading to the stadium for a ballgame. I popped into Nordstrom to peruse for 20 minutes or so. After a pass through the shoe department, I decided to try on a pair of $59.95 bp. flats. The kind sales person brought back a pair of $149.95 Frye Carson flats, explaining that they didn’t have my size in the shoe I originally requested. I know we have all been there, the sales person brings out a shoe more than twice your budget and you cringe, try it on and politely say that it doesn’t fit (aka: I can’t afford these).
Lucky for the sales person, this tactic typically works on me and this time they got me again. They were comfortable, cute, versatile and are Frye, so they will last (see me justifying…). If you are in the market for some expensive, but very well made, leather flats – these are the ones. I went for the “silver multi”, but they come in black, cognac, violet, green, orange, white and bronze leather.
xoxo
-s
Love, love birthday surprises like these!
Is it so wrong that I’ve been celebrating all week?
xx
-h
I know I already professed my love for boat shoes, but I’m back to profess it again to the new style of Toms. Called the Nautical Bimini, these babies have a non-slip sole, cute eyelets laced with a piece of rope, and are made of ripstop canvas. We all know it rains around here, and the classic Tom isn’t exactly meant for wet weather, but with the rubber sole on these, you won’t have to worry about soaking through the bottom.
I can’t help but love the striped interior as well. I think my favorite is the orange, simply because I have nothing like it in my closet.
Another win from Toms. If you don’t know their mantra, find out more here.
One for One.
xx – h
A couple of weeks ago I woke up and performed my morning ritual – checking flash sale sites. I’ve learned through the years that checking these sites in the morning, right after you wake up, is the worst time. You’re disoriented, tired and capable of making really compulsive online purchases. Okay I admit, I’m no stranger to online compulsive shopping, but this particular time takes the cake. I found the Matisse Hendrix sandal on Hautelook.com for $34. A shoe that sold for $140 when it first came out. Unfortunately, the 8.5 was sold out. In my delusional online shopping frantic state I put the 8 in my cart, and decided that the leather straps will maybe stretch. The truth is, the only shoe I own in an 8 is an UGG Boot and any other size 8 shoe is a thing of my fifth grade past. Still, I crossed my fingers with hope. I could tell the second I pulled them from the box that I was pushing my limits. Sure enough, too small. Aren’t half sizes funny?
Lucky for H, they fit her and I didn’t have to deal with returning.
Matisse Hendrix Sandal
The Matisse Hendrix Sandal can currently be picked up in Black, Tobacco and Beige at endless.com for $89.05. Endless offers free shipping and returns, so if you jump on these babies and order a half size wrong, Endless has you covered.
xoxo
-s
The Sperry Top-Sider is said to have been invented after Paul Sperry wanted to create a shoe that mimicked the pads of his dog, who was adept at walking on wet surfaces without slipping. Now, although I don’t spend much time sailing myself, I can’t help but find myself slipping into my own pair of Topsider’s throughout the spring, summer, and fall when I want something that is a little more casual then the ballet flat and offers the comfort of a tennis shoe. This navy/plaid version is prepster, which I find myself embracing for my work look this summer.
Photo: Nordstrom
The bonus of being on sale due to Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is tempting me even more. Are you wearing boat shoes this summer?
xx.
-h
This 5-day blurb in the weather has got us Washingtonians remembering where we are from. Same as the population quadruples when the sun comes out, people skulk back into their homes at the first sight of rain. I for one, have not forgotten my roots. This morning I slipped on my Hunter Rainboots and wore them out of the house like I was walking the runway. Although Hunter makes a variety of styles, my favorite is the Original Tall, which comes in a variety of colors, both matte and glossy. I have the glossy black, which are perfect with almost any rainy day outfit. I’ve seen them worn many ways, and a bright color with a dress for the summer’s warm rain is adorable. They even sell Welly socks to go inside to keep your feet extra warm on cold days. Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer these designer rain boots are a must for anyone living in the Northwest! The Original Tall can be found at Nordstrom for $125, and the Welly sock inserts can also be found at Nordstrom for $30.
Hunter Original Tall Rain Boots
xoxo
-s
Steve Madden ‘Chaufur’ – $89
BCBGeneration ‘Dashi’ – $88
