Monday, July 22, 2013

Shoe Addiction



What is it about shoes that makes people (like my mom and me) find the need to leave a store with six pairs each? Why do we as women find it necessary to try on three wedges, four black flats, two pumps, and two sandals when in reality, we really do not actually need any more shoes? As we change our closets from winter to summer, the amount of shoes which cover the entire bedroom floor, has recently begun to flow out into the hallway as well.

As stated in a classic example of sisterly love/hate relationships and family rivals, In Her Shoes, women own so many shoes because "they always fit." Whether you eat a carton of Ben & Jerry's ice cream on a Monday night or Italian food while out on a date, your shoes will always fit! Women take pride in their shoe collection because shoes are a prime example of style and more so, personality.  No matter how frumpy you may feel, shoes can bring your outfit from feeling mediocre to fabulous in no time.

The first thing I look at when I meet a person is the type of shoes they are wearing.  The rules apply as much for males as they do for females. While men like to see women dressed up with a nice pair of heels or boots on, women enjoy seeing men in anything besides sneakers (loafers and oxfords do exist!) A persons shoes can tell a story about their mood, sensitivity, creativity and versatility. So, before heading to the bar or lounge this week, look down at your feet and make sure you are wearing a pair of either fun, funky, fancy, or fabulous shoes that describe who you are.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Red White and Blue










With the 4th of July right around the corner, everyone is making their last minute grocery store pick-ups (blueberries and strawberries) and finalizing their festive outfits. The 4th of July is one of the only days it is entirely acceptable to deck out from head to toe in red, white, and blue. 
Outfits that incorporate a combination of stars and stripes would be frowned upon on any other day, so pull out everything you have and find something that works for a beach-chic, backyard classy, or couture cocktail outing!