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Showing posts with label footwear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label footwear. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Lady Gaga Wedges

Lady Gaga Wedges

It's time for yet another first date. You already know what not to order and what not to drink to appear like the classy lady you are. But, what about footwear? Most guys pay no attention to what women are wearing in the sense of up-to-the-minute trends. But, many men will notice if you look polished and put together. Wearing overly suggestive garments or shoes could turn him off (and possibly make him question your day job). To play it safe, a simple pump always does the trick. But what shoes should be avoided all together? Don't wear these shoes on your next first date.STIPPER PLATFORMS. Hooker heels with a clear sole are just not a classy choice. A shoe with a sensible platform provides comfort and style, but remember that all platforms aren't created equal. Platforms that look more appropriate sliding down a pole lack the sophistication you'd hope to convey on a first date. THIGH-HIGH BOOTS. Rock your own edgy style, girl - but try to avoid sporting a boot that looks more like a Halloween costume than a trend. Opt for a boot that cuts just below or right above your knee for a stylish look without too much one-night-stand sass.COMBAT BOOTS. You may live in Bushwick, but a plaid shirt, Ray Bans and combat boots are more appropriate for a coffee run in the neighborhood than a date with a new potential love interest. Men don't understand masculine style on women, so avoid these on your first night out on the town together.LADY GAGA WEDGES. When you need height along with comfort, a wedge is a go-to choice in the form of a boot, bootie or shoe. But, please remember that an outrageously tall or overly decorated wedge may turn off a new guy. Men don't understand outlandish fashion. Save the risks for a girls night with your Man Repeller besties.ATHLETIC SNEAKERS. Unless your first date involves a run in Central Park or a rock climbing class, leave the sneakers at home, Sporty Spice. Sneaker-type shoes have come a long way - from glittery TOMS to hipster Converses - but you don't want your date to think you didn't put any thought or effort into your look. If you're going for a casual shoe, slip on embellished flats instead for a polished look with a sneaker feel.UGGS. Let's face it, your favorite sheepskin boots you've adored since college winters past are meant for running errands in the cold weather, not spending a night with a new sexy guy. Uggs, and any other similar brand, are just plain ugly.

What shoes do you avoid wearing on a first date? xo

(images via platforms, thigh-high boots, combat boots, wedges, sneakers, Uggs)

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Style Over 50 Making Flats Fun

Style Over 50 Making Flats Fun
Tuesday, while dining al fresco with my husband at a caf'e in Tribeca, I observed lots of women, mostly under age 35, parading by our little table. The overwhelming majority of young women were wearing 5-inch shoes or sandals--thick platforms, cork wedges, blue shoes with zebra-striped heels, laced-up bootie with cut-away toes and heels, and many other designs. (Just the thought of running around the city, climbing flights of stairs or maneuvering the potholes and subway grates in 5-inch heels terrifies me.) Occasionally, a woman walked by in flat sandals. As I watched the sandal parade, one thing seemed clear: 5-inch sandals are much cooler than flats. The elevated sandals were original, fun and eye-catching. The flat sandals--leather flip flops, thongs and simple criss-cross strap designs--were sensible, but, well, boring. And some of the flat sandals were worse than boring--in lieu of any design sense, they were piled high with ridiculous shiny bobbles or bursting leather flowers. (Embellishment is not synonymous with style.) What's the over 50 woman who wants fun footwear, but can't tolerate 5-inch heels to do? One solution: Paint your toes with unconventional colors and special designs.

START WITH A SIMPLE FLAT SANDAL


If, like me, you've bought simple, natural leather sandals without much style or personality for the summer, a splash of toe polish might brighten your feet and your spirits. Below are some of this season's simple flat sandals...

Tory Burch Abitha Patent Flip Flops (85)

(was 89.95, now 53.95)

Diane von Furstenberg Lush Love Knot Jelly Flip Flops (49, but only 1 size left)

FIONNAA COGNAC LE (was 79.95, now 55.95 in selected colors)

UGG Australia Anatina Flat Sandals (91)

NEXT, EXPERIMENT WITH TOE POLISHES

So far this summer, I've gravitated to the many hues of blue and green. Call me crazy, but I'm loving the metallic blues and foaming green polishes (see below).

Yesterday, I ran into a girlfriend who's clearly raised the bar on fun summer toes. For her 30th wedding anniversary, her pedicurist added little silver drops with a chopstick to the large toes (see below). If, like me, you live in an area with nail salons every 50 feet, you might want to give this look a try. Or grab some silver polish, a chopstick and try it yourself.

And today at the office, I noticed a work colleague's toe and asked her if I could snap this picture. It sure beats just a plain old coat of pink polish. Yes?

Credit: pickup-and-love.blogspot.com