Showing posts with label patent flats. Show all posts
Showing posts with label patent flats. Show all posts

Monday, January 18, 2010

Let's Keep it Simple and Clean




Bloch London Women's Savoy Bow Ballet Flat

available on http://wwww.amazon.com/ for $131.88.

Most of the reviews for Bloch flats have been incredibly favorable and the only complaint has been that some of rolled up flats are smaller sized than expected (its been recommended to get 2 sizes up from your normal shoe size).

This particularly pair really captured my attention on a Monday (i've got  a case on the munday blues) because of its simplicity. There is a mix of both patent and matte leather and the bow is a nice detail on a very clean looking shoe.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Mulberry Flats

Been seeing lots of posts around different blogs about Marais USA. The creators: Catherine Chen and Hayley Boyd founded the company based on simple, versatile and essential styles that won't bankrupt you. I wholely supoprt this! :)

I'm now obsessed with their mulberry flats. They had me a strap! I am a huge huge huge fan of maryjanes. Ever since my first pair (doc martens!) in middle school when I started caring about shoes again.


I've got my eyes set on the cobalt colored ones, since these are still available in my size and its a nice break from black (which I have a lot of anyways hehe).

For $58 it's not bad, not bad at all.




Aren't they a beauty? Now if I only new whether they hurt your feet or not....

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Jcrew Joley patent-leather peep-toe flats


I am loving this shoe for the spring and summer time. Pair it with cropped pants, khakis, skinny jeans, skirts, capris and dresses. Available on the Jcrew website for $128. I'd also love to buy it in black and sour lemon (above image is stone colored). Will definitely be stalking these shoes till they go on sale!!!

Monday, January 12, 2009

Fiona Ballet Flat

Looking for an inexpensive patent flat? Look no further than the Fiona ballet flat from Payless. Right now it's on sale for a whopping $12.99!! I picked one up on Saturday from the Target in Columbia Heights have yet to wear it out. But in crazy wet dc weather I'm sure I'll be wearing these soon enough.





In the project of cleaning out my closet, I'm progressing quite well and am making sure to get rid of shoes that I no longer wear, haven't worn for a long long time, or haven't worn ever. I have shoes that my mom bought me awhile back that when I look at now seem very old lady to me. It was the phase I went through when I first got a job after college and pointy shoes were very much the rage. Now, I've gone back to more round-toe exploits.


Anyways I do have a number of very gently used shoes. I should make some kind of trip to sell these off...in this economy I might as well make some $$$ off it.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

who says you can only wear heels for a night out?

Heels or not to heels, that is the question....


There are the advantages --- being taller (especially for us vertically challenged gals), elongating legs, long pants not dragging, possibly walking with better posture, and did I mention it makes our legs look good?


Disadvantages --- pain! Feet, ankles, shins, and calves are potential pain areas. It also takes practice to walk in heels and so potentially difficult to go long distances with. But as a comfortable alternative, there are many fantastic flats that can be worn on a night out on the town! It's all about the right shapes, fabrics, and embellishments.


If you are going to go with a closed toe shoe, stick to narrower shapes. Also stay away from flats that are too rounded. A pointy, square, or more oval rounded shoe will work with skirts, dresses, capris, minis, and pants.


Look for flats with patent, metallic, satin, and velvet fabrics. The idea is to give a little luxury to your feet! Going out at night calls usually calls for more glam in an outfit and that is also included in your choice of shoes.


Lastly flats with embellishment are a great option as well. Whether it be jeweled, ruffles, bows, or chains these add an extra glimmer to your feet that say hey, I don't wear this everyday! The trick is to not go overboard or else it can look tacky. In this case, less is more.

Friday, January 18, 2008

Façade 'Nadia' Patent Leather Mary Jane





available from Nordstroms for $89.95

product description:

Glossy patent leather flat has a thin mary jane strap for a delicate touch.
Adjustable buckle strap with elastic inset.
Patent leather upper/leather lining and sole.
By Façade; imported.
BP. Shoes.

over the past few months ive really grown to adore patent flats. it just makes a lot of sense to me living in an area where it rains frequently. while the shininess was off-putting at first, now it just strikes me as something a lil' extra in an outfit.

and i dont think i will ever get sick of maryjanes. from my first pair, which were DOC MARTENS when I was in the 8th grade, I still love them now. I'm so happy that they've made such a big come back and now we see them in so many fun and feminine shapes!

Monday, October 22, 2007

this weekend's satisfying buys


my LBD from esprit arrived! i was a little uncertain of how this dress would fit me. i ordered the size zero and miraculously it FITS PERFECTLY! normally dresses similar to this that i've tried on at H&M and other stores run big on the top part. it fits fine from the waist down, but it looks a size too big on my shoulders. this though fits just right and isn't too tight or too loose.

i love it because i can wear both for work and for play. =) in heels and in flats!


i was not intending to buy this but im glad i finally did! this is the sam edelman carrie 2 flat here seen in BLUE SNAKE, i have it in camaflouge (which is a color that i haven't seen around too much). i bought i in a 6 1/2 and the 7 fit as well but i figured the shoe will stretch (as it's an eensy bit snug). this gorgeous flat i got for $48.99 at DSW! they are having a great great sale right now and so many shoes are on sale!!!! you have to love it.

i had lunch with a girlfriend today and afterwards we decided to walk off the calories by heading over to metro center to H&M and Zara. after much thought i had returned the dress i bought last week yesterday and wasn't intending to buy anything today. but lo and behold the shoes that i had wanted last week suddenly appears in my size!!! it is the 2 toned (black and cream) pointy patent flat that is a steal at $35. so yes i bought that sucker!

all in all, very satisfying purchases. being on a shoe binge i may return to DSW tomorrow, there are afterall more shoes in the sea!

Saturday, August 18, 2007

weekend flats picks!

Steve Madden Cees Pleated Flat
$19.97 (available at smartbargains.com)
Fabric upper, genuine leather lining, trim and sole
Leather piping around top
Pleated vamp with leather toe cap
Lightly padded footbed
Round toe
Smooth leather flat sole with light tread
Imported


(THE FOLLOWING FLATS BELOW AVAILABLE AT MACYS!!!)
Soho Lab "Presh" Flat
Orig. $79.00
Was $23.70
Now $17.77
Leather upper with cutout design
Round toe
Adjustable strap
1/2 inch heel
Rubber sole
ImportedUnlisted "Main Attraction" Flat
Reg. $39.99
Sale $19.99
Patent leather upper
Round toe
Rubber flex sole
Imported




Marc Fisher "Nadie" Flat
Reg. $69.00
Sale $48.30
Satin upper (black and silver with leather upper)
Elastic mary jane straap
Man-made sole (black and silver with flex, rubber sole)
Imported
only@macy's



Saturday, June 23, 2007

Nine West Dabbler

Dabbler - ON SALE NOW!!!! $39.99

I tried these on yesterday and i've got to say that i'm loving it. I've been wanting a really smart pair of patent shoes and the kitten heels are adorable for just that little extra height. Because it rains a lot in DC having patent shoes is actually advisable because no matter how much it gets rained on, it doesn't get ruined and thats a great thing.

available in Nine West stores and online.

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my shoes from target finally arrived yesterday and i love these heels! it does look incredibly evening appropriate and i can't wait to wear it out!!!

Thursday, May 17, 2007

oh old navy!

I am head over heels gaga for these super cute shoes from old navy!!!!! And the best part is? They all cost a whopping $19.50!!! Thats right ladies! I'm intending to make away with at least one of these babies before the end of the weekend!!!!



zebra print - a nice patterned way to wear black and white which is incredibly versitile EVERY season. when is black and white not in? NEVER! plus it's just fun piece to wear.




i was so incredibly obsessed with silver flats this weekend. but i couldn't find one that i like enough to spend at least $40 on. and then VOILA! i find these!!! i love the quilted toe patteren that gives this shoe the extra oomph from just plain silver flats. i've been into the cap-toe for awhile now.


oh graciousness...i adore these flats to death. i am determined to purchase these this weekend. there's just no question. i love the patent raspberry color (i have a perfect shade of lipstick and necklace to go with it!) i can just imagine wearing these with black capris and jeans and it will make the whole look just pop!



these are such femenine looking shoes, i love them! not crazy about the beading ontop of the shoe, but can you imagine wearing a white summer dress with these? gorgeous!

Friday, April 27, 2007

Georgio Armani Bow d'Orsay Flat

so sorry i've been out for awhile. i just started a new job and i've been training these past couple of weeks! if there's one thing that i've learned at this new job is that comfortable shoes are such a must!!! whether it be flats or heels, if your on your feet all day you need comfort. but hey, comfort doesn't mean ugly shoes! there are tons of great shoes that are stylishly fabulous.



i'm current in love with these Georgio Armani flats available at neimanmarcus.com but at $630 it's a bit too much for my pockets. :) it is artfully made in italy with black patent leather, white leather piping and stiching, buckled ankle strap and a flat heel (best of all!)


for a more REALISTICLY priced shoe check out American Eagle Scoop Ballet flat in patent green available from payless.com. what i love best about this is the wonderful green color that's just screaming spring. and at $16.99 my wallet's loving it too!!!