Category: Sandals

Trend alert: Zipped down the back

4/29/2014

Do you have any sandals or shoes that zip down the back? I saw this trend last spring, but it's really taking off now.

Do you like the trend? I haven't decided if I like it or not, but I did read one review that said the zip makes the shoe easier to take on & off.

One thing to take into account: the zippers have a quality all of their own. A cheap zipper will make the shoe seem cheap.

Here are zippered shoes & sandals at all prices. Most come in several colors...

From Anthropologie...
This is just a few of the Anthropologie sandals & shoes that zip down the back. For more click here.

Anthropologie Abbey Lasercut Sandals, $188

Anthropologie Abbey Lasercut Sandals $188

Anthropologie Harrison Heels, $288

Anthropologie Courtyard Heels, $158

Anthropologie Koi Strappy Wedges, $168

Anthropologie Baila Sandals, $68

Anthropologie Unwrapped Wedges, $100

From Online Shoes...

Onlineshoes.com Women's Oh! Kassandra, $224.95 minus 20%

Onlineshoes.com Women's Earthies Campora, $158.99 minus 20%

This shoe looks like it would span seasons well...

Onlineshoes.com Seychelles Unlock the Door, $129.95 minus 20%

Onlineshoes.com Splendid Congo, $69.95

Onlineshoes.com Carlos by Carlos Santana Maiko, $78.95

From Target...
Comes in four colors. Chambray available in store. 

Target Women's Merona® Tori Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal, $21.99

From Zappos...

Zappos BC Footwear Prepare For Landing, $60.99

From 6 p.m.com...

6 p.m.com Steve Madden Figo, $39.99

From Amazon...

Amazon Libby Sandal, $19.99

From Sole Society...

Sole Society Linn, $69.95

Sole Society Eleni, $79.95

Sole Society Teresa, $59.95

From Nine West...

9 West Fichel Open Toe Sandals, $89

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Jelly sandals: Reinvented!

4/14/2014

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Jelly sandals! Did you once wear them? What about sandals with a lug sole? Bring back any memories? I'm crushing on these funky recreations of the trend from Boohoo. With free shipping to the U.S. & 25% off with the code TAKE25, they'd only be around $20. Do I try them? Or are they just too funky? I'm leaning toward the white--or the clear!

Boohoo Frances Block Jelly Sandal, $26 minus 25%, free ship

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Two trends walk into a bar

2/17/2014

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Two trends are hitting the stores: the side-stripe pant & the high-ankle cuff sandal.

The side-stripe or piped pant

Ann Taylor Petite Side Striped Straight Leg Pants, $79.99 minus 50%

J. Crew Piped Andie Chino, $78

The Limited Exact Stretch Side Inset Pants, $49.99, also in red, $69.95

GAP True straight piped pants, $59.95 minus 35%, also in black

The high-ankle cuff sandal

Piperlime Chinese Laundry Time Flies, $89

Sundance Catalog Skye Belt Sandals, $228, from Frye, also in black & camel

Piperlime Chinese Laundry Cosmos, $89

6 p.m.com Steve Madden Figo, $54.99

LOFT Alissa Colorblocked Ankle Strap Heels $89.50 minus 50%, also in animal-print

Victoria's Secret Cut-out Sandal, $78

Who's buying?

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Coral wedge sandals under $50

7/26/2013

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Who doesn't love a wedge?

Blah blah blah wedges blah blah blah wedges. Seems all I can talk about lately is wedge sandals. I'd like some in coral please. 3 under $50...

Rakuten.com Etienne Aigner Women's Kaleb in bright coral, $30.99

6pm.com Christin Michaels Zofia in persimmon, $44.99

Belk.com Adrienne Vittadini Cissy Wedge Sandal in coral, $49.99

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Side-by-side: mini-wedge espadrille sandals

7/16/2013

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Well, here's some frightening proof that you must research every shoe online before purchasing.
Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters are sister companies, I believe. They are selling the exact same sandal, but it's on sale at half price and in more colors at Urban Outfitters and not at Anthropologie. The sandal is also available at Maraisusa.com. I rather like the sandal myself and would prefer to pay half the price by walking across the hall or surfing just down the internet dial one click :-)

$54.99
at Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters Marais USA Espadrille Mini-Wedge Sandal, 3 colors, $54.99 (was $110), free shipping

While we're at it, here's the J. Crew version of almost the same sandal.

J. Crew Marina Mini-wedge espadrilles, $79.99. Extra 30% off with the code EXTRA30

$110
at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Espadrille Wedges By Marais USA, only in coral, $110

Maraisusa.com Jitney Wedge, 4 colors, $110

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for stretching
that dollar

More Side-by-side

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Take me away: to the French Riviera

6/22/2013

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The truth is I've never been to the French Riviera. But I've always loved French nautical clothing, especially the breton stripes in the French Navy uniform.

Beaulieu et les montagnes. Promenade Maurice Rouvier entre Beaulieu et Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

This season, stripes are everywhere--on swimsuits, tops, dresses, even sandals. If we can't get to France this summer, at least we can dress with French flair. Salut!

ModCloth Riviera Romance Dress, $53.99

Old Navy Women's Mix & Match Boy-Short Bottoms, $19

Urban Outfitters BDG 3/4 Sleeve Striped Boatneck Tee, $18.00 •2 for $24

A couple classic French military bags...

Amnesty Int. Musette Bag, $12.50

Amazon OD Musette Bag, $16

Nordstrom Tom's University Stripe Sandal, $68.95

Peltz Sperry Women's Aurora High Wedge Sandals, $107.99

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Go to the source for
official Navy peacoats

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Summer goal: learn how to wear high heels

5/29/2013

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Cat Woman

Question:
Dear Fashion Feline,
I came across your site while scanning the internet for advice on how to wear high heels. I'm graduating from high school next week, and my one summer goal before heading to college in August is to learn how to wear high heels--lol! I've already read your post on the topic, and I'm ready to work my way up incrementally. But I'm having trouble locating attractive shoes for the middle phase--sandals with about a 2-inch heel. Any specific suggestions for me? --Emma

Answer:
Hi Emma,
Thank you so much for writing to me! What a great summer mission! Start with kitty heels (mew!) and climb up the tree from there. While famous felines like Cat Woman wear spikes,
I suggest a stacked heel for greater stability, no matter how high. Once you've mastered a high stacked heel, you'll be able to wear anything, and boots this fall will be a breeze. MeOW! Congratulations on your graduation and cheers! --FF >^.^<

High-heel wearing felines: what's your best tip for Emma?? How did you learn to wear high heels?

Phase 1--about a 1-inch heel

Last Call by Neiman Marcus Seychelles Stargazer Low-Heel Sandal, 3 colors, $47.40

6pm.com Seychelles Iris, $58.21

Phase 2--about a 2-inch heel

ModCloth Seychelles Bound to Happen, $89.99

Seychelles (think "she sells seashells by the seashore") has great mid-height sandals. They have leather uppers for comfort but manmade heels--keeps price down.

ModCloth Seychelles Bound to Happen Heel, $89.99

6pm.com Seychelles Sweet Pea, 2 colors, $58.21 as shown

Red sandals are really in right now...

Phase 3--about a 3-inch heel

DSW Bandolino Kalgan Sandal, $54.95

Last Call by Neiman Marcus Kelse Dagger Calico Mid-Heel Sandal, $59.40

Phase 4--the sky's the limit!

6pm.com Sam Edelman Yelena, $82.52

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Side by side--which would you buy?

4/24/2013

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I checked out the Target pair in the store yesterday (also available online). The design is amazingly similar, though the Target pair is not made of leather like the Sundance ones. But both pairs have rubber soles.

Sundance catalog Beau Soleil Sandals, $75

Target Women's Mossimo Supply Co. Strappy Flat Sandal - Cognac, $22.99

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Side by side

4/11/2013

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The Alexi sandal below is all leather while the Alloy one isn't. But I wear flat sandals like these into the ground, and I've found that rubber (vs. leather) soles last longer, and the man-made uppers are just as comfortable. I ordered the Alloy ones. They're backordered till June 6th, but that's ok--they'll show up right when I need them for summer. :-)

Neiman Marcus Michael Kors Alexi Studded Flat Sandal, $135

Alloy Stunner Sandal, $14.90 ($9.90 if you buy 3 or more)

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Practicing what I preach

12/15/2012

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I've had it in my head since Labor Day: I will will will wear these blue suede sandals, and I will wear sandals with tights.

So here's what I'll be wearing to a holiday concert tonight:

Nothing drives me more crazy than owning an article of clothing--especially one somewhat expensive--that I haven't worn yet. Those of you that followed the dilemma of the ruffle that used to grace these Anthropologie blue sandals will see I did take a knife to them, and I've been much happier. Here's what they used to look like:

And here's the post about them: Too blue

Still, I hadn't found a way to wear them until now.

Anthropologie Gem Chroma T-Straps, no longer available

Outfit and photo from Garnet Hill

Readers had mixed reactions about whether or not we might look like old ladies or little girls wearing sandals with tights. Here's the post about this topic:
Sandals + Tights = :-)

I'm excited to say that tights make bright sandals easier to wear. I tried the sandals with a variety of outfits--from dressy black pants to maroon cords--and the outfit above was the only one that felt right.

The skirt (Athleta Strata Skirt), if you're interested, is a go-to item for me. It's one of the 5 Solid Seasonless Staples I posted here.

The tights were a splurge--they cost about $20 from J. Crew. I typically buy $5 Target tights, but it's hard to find light heather gray (charcoal is everywhere). These tights are called urban gray, and they're super soft and very hardy.

Here are some additional looks to try with them:

J. Crew urban gray tights, $20

Athleta Printed Hot When You're Not Dress, $74, with light heather gray tights

Aerosoles Tintessential boots, $79.99, with ribbed heather gray tights

Are you taking any risks this holiday season? What's one item in your closet that you can't seem to wear? Maybe I can help you come up with ideas on how to style it...

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Trend alert: Zipped down the back

Jelly sandals: Reinvented!

Two trends walk into a bar

Coral wedge sandals under $50

Side-by-side: mini-wedge espadrille sandals

Take me away: to the French Riviera

Summer goal: learn how to wear high heels

Side by side--which would you buy?

Side by side

Practicing what I preach

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