Can I See the Sunshine

I'm a big fan of color but there are two colors that I tend to shy away from.  The first is orange, which I love for accessories but the other is yellow. 

But I'm trying to encourage a love of yellow.  I used to have a yellow bedroom growing up so I'm still a bit traumatized.  I got my Lemonade Converse, on pale end of the yellow spectrum. And today, I'm embracing the sunny side.

I'm smitten with these Manolo Blahnik Uliepe golden pumps ($575 at Barneys).  Such a pretty color and classic shape.  I want to wear them as an unexpected element paired with colors or patterns you wouldn't expect.

But... they are pricey and selling out fast, so I'm searching out other options too.  I started with the sunny pumps but there's lots in the color to choose from.

Like these Stuart Weitzman "Naughty" pump - $295

Cole Haan Air Talia - $195

Francesco Morichetti Platform pumps - $130

I love these, but they are not quite as versatile. Patricia Rosales d'Orsay - $240

These are simple and bright too. Sebastian slingbacks - $155

And to get more summery and sandal-y, you can get these Sigerson Morrison Birdcage sandals - on sale for $435

Vicini kitten heels - $294

And these are my favorites of the options actually. I just got these in taupe because I needed a nude low heel. They're really comfortable and it's more yellow and grey.  Sam Edelman Orly - $104

If I have to tolerate the summer trying to avoid the sun, I can at least wear some sun on my feet.  Any sunny favorites of yours?

Inspired by Nature

In honor of the new addition to the family, Mr. Jake the Turkey, I thought we needed another Inspired by Nature segment. Isn't he just the most gorgeous thing ever? His plumage is unbelievable. Dusky blacks, soft browns, bright reds and blues and striking white accents. Gorgeous!



These whipstitched Jimmy Choo sandals are a total match for the colors and accents.



I love the chunky black straps of these Gucci Iman platform sandals with the banding and gold accents.



The black and white of these Sergio Rossi sandals remind me of the white feather stripes in Jake's tail and wings.



And these Sigerson Morrison huarache boots on bare legs would give the same graphic stripe-y effect as his plumage and be just as attention-grabbing and striking.

But my favorites are the Louboutin 123 double platform sandals. Not only are they just as graphic but you get that same pop of red! Perfect.

Sigerson Morrison for Target

Lately I haven't been too impressed with the designer collections coming through Target. Botkier was a joke and most of the Go International collections just haven't seemed like a good style for me, so I've let them pass by with no regret.

So I really wasn't sure if I should get any of the Anya Hindmarch bags. They looked good online, but it so hard to tell unless you are in person. But when I heard that they were being sold on her website, and sold out in something like 2 minutes, I thought I would give them a shot. I'm hoping I can use them to carry some of my work stuff around since my current bag's handles are falling apart.

I'm not a fan of the clutches or most of the styles, but I did think the two satchels looked pretty good. I bought the black patent and "python" and the chocolate, gold and black.





But the collection that is intriguing me now is Sigerson Morrison for Target. Does this pairing surprise you at all? I feel like it didn't get that much attention or promotion leading up the launch. And is Sigerson Morrison that well known for the average Target shopper? Not that that matters because I know that a few of the collections flew right over the heads of most people.



Again, it's hard to tell the quality of the embellishments and the material, but looks like they have the design and styling pretty spot on.



These little flats are very cute and a great shiny color. They come in the aqua but also silver and purple



These boots, studded with crystals, are glam and rock and roll. They come in the black and silver, but also black and blue. There's a peep-toe heel version too.




But I think I prefer the flats in black and purple. These come in black and silver, black and gold, and black and blue.



If you liked the flats at the top there is this cool heel style (which also comes in silver) in a vibrant shade of blue... one of my favorite colors for heels these days.



But I think my favorite pair are these D'Orsay pumps in pink and black. They're just so 80's, so glam that I love them. They have such a fun quirky style that they'd be great with all black or to spice up jeans. To me they have a very "Tess" quality about them. I think they are just fun.




There are a number of other styles in the line available so far, including some cute booties in bright colors and black patent.

I have these in my shopping cart right now. There's a lot of glam to this line. I think they'll be great to perk up Winter clothes and to shine during holiday parties.

Of course, the fact that they are affordable makes them even better.