I Love Casual Sneakers

As those who follow my blog know, I really love wedges, Tory Burch flip flops, espadrilles and Jimmy Choo.  Another style that is a favorite is the casual sneaker.  But I'm kind of picky - nothing too trendy - so I usually go with the Puma California, Adidas Stan Smith, or my very favorite, the Adidas Rod Laver! I haven't been able to find a Rod Laver in years - never see them at Nordies or Macy's (yes, I know I can look online...just meant I never see them in stores).  Recently, an independent sneaker store called The Sneakery opened up in West Seattle, so I had high hopes they would have the styles I love.  And sure enough, while out yesterday doing some shopping, I decided to pop into The Sneakery and found my Rod Laver's in green and one pair left in my size. SCORE!  So happy!  This is a men's shoe, so ladies, you need to know the conversion.  For me, I'm a size 7, so that is a 5 1/2 men's size. Being that is a small size for men, this is probably why they're hard to find.

 

RANT!! This is WAY overdue

I've been too nice lately.... pretty much keeping my posts to shoes and boots that I love and am currently wearing.  But along comes a certain special pair of shoes (?), or dare we even call them shoes, that deserve some commentary.  And these offenders are the ugly duck foot-scuba shoe-kitten heel combo. 


Really.  Could there be anything more unattractive and un-user friendly? I honestly thought the Birkenstock took then cake.  Then came the wearing-a-smartwool-sock-with-a-Teva-combo, then the Croc that wouldn't go away, and finally the shoe that is a looks like your damn foot.  See my previous POST on that topic.  I hate that damn shoe....

Anyhoo, this scuba flipper really tops the all time ugly list.  Who green lit this design?  And why?  Was there a need in the demographic of women who scuba and then need a heel?  Maybe in the St. Tropez or Monaco area....I'm just speculating here...go with it.  You're snorkling or scuba diving around like 4pm..... oh, but hey, it's now 5pm, you gotta get to the shore, or your yacht, or that rocky outcropping and slip into a cocktail dress and hit the casino/nightclub/trendy outdoor cafe for a nice warm night?  Is that the scene where this creation fits?

I guess so.... as I can not come up with ANY OTHER OPTION for this shoe-hybrid. 

Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale did me a solid!

Thank god I got the Nordstrom debit card, b/c I am racking up the reward points.  Found this
Nine West wedge at a great price.  It's so comfy and perfect for fall/winter and can do double duty as a work and casual shoe.  And those who know me, know I love a wedge.

Loving Ivanka Trump's line!!

I wore her "Dermani" evening shoe in black for my brother's wedding and was sold on this line.  Love!!  This fall, I was looking for a round toe black pump that could be good for work and good for evening too.
So, I saunter into Nordies and the nice sales guy helps me find this little gem, the "Pinkish" in like a 5 inch heel!!  Woa!  More nighttime than daytime, but with a hidden platform, it works.  And even better, about 3 days after I bought them, they go on sale for the Half-Yearly Women's sale, so back I go for a price adjustment.  Score!

Fall is here in the NW! Time for boots! UPDATE!

With the return of fall/winter, comes 6 months of drizzle, storms, grey days, dark nights and chilly/crisp air.  This is the time of year I live in boots, sweaters, cozy scarves and puffy vests.  This year I got a new pair of equestrian boots that I'm LOVING!!  Great fit and at $149, a great price - find them at Nordstrom, both in black and brown (I have the black, but now want the brown as well).  Currently unavailable online via http://www.nordstrom.com/.  UPDATE!!  Finally got the dark brown version of this boot about 2 weeks ago.  Love, Love, Love!!!

My love of espadrilles continues....

......As does my love of hot pink this spring/summer.  It goes SO well with navy blue, or white, or a neutral.  I wandered into Nine West about two months ago looking for something else and came across these amazing really high espadrilles at 40% off.  Well, a discount, now you are speaking my language.  Of course they had only one pair of size 7 left, and I loved them so much, but then found a tiny stain on one strap.  I got another 10% for a total of 50%.  At that price, they were a must have.

Shoes at Zara for Spring!!

I shopped at Zara in San Francisco this past weekend.  I love this store, and try to always go to it when in Van BC (we don't have one here in Seattle).  For some reason, I haven't bought anything at the Van BC location, but this time around, I loved SO many things at the San Fran location.  Got these fun, bright wedges!!  Only $49 - can't beat it!!  YAY SPRING

Spring in Seattle!!! FINALLY!

Well, it only took until April 23rd for us to have the first day of upper 60's since September! On Saturday, I managed to sit on my deck in the sun from 3:30pm-7:00pm, and even had to switch to a tank top.  GASP!
I was also finally able to break out the latest in my Tory Burch flip flop collection!  So excited to bring them on my trip to CA later this week and finally put them to use in the sun.  LOL!!

Thinking of Sping Shoes....

As it's about 20 degrees tonight in Seattle, I am thinking of Spring..... and Spring shoes!!  I am ready for spring/summer for sure.  I likely see a new pair of my favorite flip flops, the Tory Burch.  But also am looking at new wedges, esp the espardille, another fav of mine. 
These Chinese Laundry ones, at Nordies, are a great inexpensive neutral:

There is also a Calvin Klein wood/rope heel that was featured in the newest Marie Claire mag that I must have.  I can't find it anywhere, so I am guessing it just isn't out yet. Hmmmm..... Will have to blog about it later.

I got these for my bro's wedding in June from the new Ivanka Trump line at Nordies. They are AWESOME!  I couldn't be more pleased!! 

RAVE!!!! Tory Burch espradille?!! I think I just went to Heaven....

I totally stumbled onto this tonight on nordstrom.com looking for something else Tory Burch.  I MUST have this shoe and I will, in about a week!!  The colors, blue, white and orange?!  To die for!  Go with sooo much that I own!  Only $95!
As most of you know, I love me an espradille, and better yet if it is Tory Burch.  The trifecta here would be if it were a wedge!!  But hey, it's not and that is ok....

RAVE!!! My New rainboots from Target!!

Amazing that I've lived in the Northwest my entire life, and have never owned rain boots....until now!
Over the holiday's, it became apparent that with a dog back in our lives, rain boots are a must for any park, off-leash dog park and walks around my neighborhood.  Rob got me these super cute ones at Target.  $25!  Not too shabby.  Lots more colors and styles online.  They fit great, look cute and my feet stay dry!  A win-win-win!!