But for heeled boots, I've been bereft, since my Nine West ones completely died. I've been waiting to find boot perfection and this season, it's happened twice.
It's a patent mary jane, one of my favorite styles.
It's got an adorable bow. I can't resist a cute bow.
But it's the combination that makes it irresistible!
Manolo has taken his power shoe - the urban shoe legend, no less - the Campari, and evolved it. The heel is not as overtly sexy. It's a bit lower and more walkable.
And adding the peek-a-boo window and a sweet bow... now you have sweet and sexy.
I get tons of hits and questions regarding finding the Joules Posh Bow Wellies shown above and shared here last year. I don't blame you! They are adorable and I love wearing the pairs that I got.
Sadly this exact style was for last year, but you are in luck! I do have some options and ideas to share with you if you are dying for a pair with the saucy bows.
First up is a beribboned style from Joules called the Evedon. This comes in the red with navy you see below, a purple with purple and a navy with gold. They're $105, which is pricey I know but I know you ladies want them!. Joules also does tons of other cute wellies, so check out their selection.
From Next in the UK is this similar to the original option. They're only $31 which is pretty on par for most wellies. These are listed in the Girls section, so make sure to confirm the sizing first!
If you can't find what you w
ant, one option is to make them. Here's a quick video tutorial to help you out. -
Of the DIYs that I saw, I liked the results from Style Your Life the best. She did a great job and even added grommets too! Very professional. I'll take a pair!
I know the Shoe Hunt can be frustrating, so persevere!
I adore cute wellies but these have to be my favorites so far. They weren't referenced so I had to do a bit of sleuthing but I finally found them... and on sale too!
The red pair are shiny and striking.
But I love the navy with the blush bows.
But the Meadow green pair are my favorites. They all have the classic wellie shape and would look just adorable with dresses and tights in winter as well as cute summer shorts.
Wellies have become one of those "must have" shoes that every girl needs. These are a bit high for rainboots but not too crazy pricey, especially at the sale price. And if you wear them as fashion boots (not yard work boots) they will last a long time and add a fun, fanciful element to a dreary rainy day.
I was surprised when I was doing my outfit post the other day that the shoes I referenced were not anywhere to be found on Polyvore or the web.
They're so cute, I can't imagine why they are so "secret"!
I got these "Bella Brown" Louboutins in May after falling in love with their color, snub toes and pink ribbons. They're like less costume-y ballerina shoes.
One of my favorite details is how ribbon wraps up the back of the heel too.
Now I will be the #1 search for Bella Brown Louboutins on the web. I got these in person at Saks but haven't seen them for sale anywhere else.
I almost forgot to mention the other pair of shoes I bought while I was in NYC.
I was walking down the street back to my hotel and saw this huge picture of these really pretty shoes in the window. Peep-toe heels that looked like they were made of wide black and white grosgrain ribbons with red edging. They were fresh and pretty and, since I wear those colors all year round, pretty much perfect for Summer.
I've actually really liked the other Lela Rose heels I've bought, so I'm hoping these will be good as well. I probably won't be walking all over town in them so, I think I'll be fine.
These are very pretty in person, so if you like the style, I would say check them out.
I ended up having to order mine online because the stores in NY were all out of my size. Don't forget, you can have them ship it to a store near you for free.
I know we are as far opposite the ideal time for wearing these Dolce & Gabbana heels as possible but I simply adore them, regardless.
I love everything about them - from the blush pink suede to the grosgrain ribbon, the adorable round toe and smart silver heel - every element is just as if this shoe was made for me.
These are shoes I would coo over and stand and stare at in the mirror for ages.
I'd buy them now, tuck them away in their cocoon-like box and wait until the blossoms of spring to then them out in all their glory.
I actually felt like I could pull out items that are suited for warmer weather. Finally.
I've been rummaging in the back of my closets the past few days. We're planning on having a Clothing Swap at work, so I've been going through all my stuff for clothes and shoes to give away. Have you ever done a clothing swap? It's great. What were doing is - all of the ladies in the office are going through their stuff as well. We'll bring it all in one day and it's just a big free for all. Everyone just sifts through all the stuff and you take what you want. Then anything that's left over will go for donation. Since most people are just bored with their stuff, it's a great way to "recycle". We're going to have cupcakes and make an event out of it.
Anyways, I've been going though all my shoes too and have been evaluating those shoes that haven't received much wear and attention. Some are vintage but some are new ones that were great in concept but then not-so-great in reality - either because of fit or some style detail. I'm trying to be ruthless!
Anyway, there were a few pairs of shoes that are in the "maybe" pile right now. Today's pair being one of them.
The shoes in question are black satin ballet style heels. I wanted to give them a shot so I paired them up with an outfit in black and white with a flippy graphic skirt from Target and a new cross-bodice jersey top I got on sale at Ann Taylor. The skirt hits me above the knee so it goes well with the ankle ties on the shoes.
Okay, here they are.
They're not a fancy brand or anything. They're Colin Stuart and I probably ordered them from Victoria's Secret (before they got totally trashy) about a million years ago.
The "ribbons" are not actually satin ribbons but actually made of fabric so the bows are a little stiff. The reason these are up for debate is bacause of the shape of the shoe. What I look at them by themselves I'm not sure they thrill me. But when I see them on I kind of dig them.
The heel is pretty awesome and they are easy to wear. I don't get a ton of use out of them but when has that ever been a concern. They already have a home in the closet so that isn't an issue.
I do like them with this skirt.
I'm pretty sure they were inspired by of a pair of Chanel or Gucci heels if my memory serves. The remind me of the shoes that Carrie wore for the cover of her book in SATC (I need to find a picture of those to compare.)
I would just like to send out a big smooch to Daniela, my new fairly godmother! She sent me an adorable scarf and I had to immediately build my outfit around it!
The Outfit It's really warm so I'm wearing my black jersey dress from Old Navy. Totally comfy! I paired it with my new two-tone green scarf and a Banana Republic bracelet.
I actually loved this bracelet so much I got one for a friend as a gift. It's resin but looks like malachite. Very easy to wear and the green has a lot of depth.
The Focal Point Of course it's my lovely new scarf. The colors are a dark and a minty green. It's crinkly and the ends are capped with pleated rosettes and fuzzy green fur.
Fuzzy pom-poms... yeah!!!!
As soon as I saw it, I knew I had the perfect shoes to wear it with. These d'Orsay heels are Nicole Miller's Murray and they are in a medium green satin with very lush darker green ribbons which tie around your ankles. There is also a darker green strip of fabric down the toe. These shoes are sooo me it's not even funny.
You have to enlarge these pictures so you can really see the colors and fabrics. They are just di-vine!
Thank you again, so much Daniela! You are such a sweetie and totally made my day!
