The loafer is the trendy flat right now, and I have to say, I hadn’t gotten on board, until I saw these on Gilt yesterday. The Delphi by DV by Dolce Vita, is the right about of sass paired with polish. Plus the price is right.
Delphi Loafer by DV by Dolce Vita – $39 on Gilt, $79 Regular
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-h
Several years ago, UGG was notorious for their “Classic Boot”. Companies around the world were creating knockoffs and everyone I know probably still has a pair, real or fake. The real UGGs are made sturdy, with soft shearling insides and last an awful long time. For me, the classic UGG boot is more of a large house slipper than a fashion statement, but to each their own.
UGG Australia “Classic Tall” Boot in Chestnut
Photo from: Nordstrom.com
While many variations of the classic UGG are still in the market and selling like hotcakes (my personal favorite: the ones with sequins), I have been pleased to see UGG branch out in the last few years. They have been creating some really great, high-quality boots and shoes made of more than just shearling, but fine leathers. One of my personal favorites that is out now is the UGG “Foxley”- made with leather and genuine lamb fur. Is there really any other boot that better fits the “boots with the fur” description? I think not.
UGG Australia “Foxley” Boot
Found at Nordstrom for $499.95
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-s
Ever since I saw this photo of Gwyneth Paltrow rocking relaxed jeans, a grey sweater, and red booties I’ve been obsessed with tracking down a pair of my own and copying her outfit. Here is what I found – don’t be surprised if next time you see me, I’m wearing those little red boots.
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.
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-s
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.
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-s
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
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-s
When I was 17, I went to Spain on a trip with my high school. I was obsessed with the effortless and gorgeous European style that my host family pulled off. I purchased a pair of Espadrille shoes, and wore them the entire time I was there. When I got back, I stopped wearing them. They sat in my closest for years, they might even still be there. Anywhoosie, I love that the espadrille is coming to us for this summer. This Ralph Lauren Damian ombre style is really bringing me back to those Spain memories but with a fresh twist on the color.
photo: Piperlime
photo: Piperlime
What do you think? Will you be picking up a pair of espadrilles?
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-h
Okay, I’ll be honest, this was supposed to happen yesterday because Shoesday is more like Tuesday then Wednesday. Anywhosie – what do you guys think about these bootskis?
Photo: Nordstrom
I’m thinking that I love the orange. Totally out of the ordinary for me, but I’m interested.
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-h
