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Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Straw + Shoes = GENIUS..... A love for Espadrilles

"At the beach, life is different. Time doesn't move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides and follow the sun."

An oldie, but such a sweet gooodie, I LOVE SUMMER because it's ESPADRILLE SEASON!






Of course, I wear these delightfully comfy shoes year-round (who can blame me???), but they are THE especially divine and coveted shoe of the sun and the sand:)

Here's some of my personal favs and sheer lusts....a girl can dream right? :)

xoxo

Ballet Espadrilles- Tory Burch c/o Saks Fifth Avenue

(I can't help but crave crisp white shorts, a red striped 3/4 sleeve top and a cocktail aboard some fantastic yacht! Ahoy! Perfect for 4th of July! These Sailor-Inspired shoes are a Luxurious Lust! )


Classic Tory Burch Espadrille (Black or Orange) c/o ToryBurch.com
(Tribal twist on the conventional and ever popular Tory Burch espadrille. Still true to form with the thickened jute toe and braided sole..I love the bright tangerine and white color..super juicy with a bright white dress! The black is a stunning contrast to a simple cotton black dress or a linen black romper (stay tuned for the "Romper Room" page coming soon!). Tribal is a must-try this season!
HENTSCH MAN Hemp Espadrille Flats c/o farfetch.com
(The Official Preppy Handbook would be proud, these are just right with a khaki skirt and polo..or jazz up dark jeans and top in a punchy color!)

Mantaray Grey Espadrilles Pumps c/o Debenhams UK
(Incredibly inexpensive, this UK shop features the most fabulously affordable finds. This precious pink and cream shoe would dress up any denim skirt and tank combo. The closed toe is perfect for a casual day at the office.) 
Nautical Stripe Espadrilles c/o Forever 21
(Perfect, preppy and not-so-pricey! Simple and comfy, these cute flats are guaranteed to help get you in the summer mood and dreaming of sailboats! I own the red and white! CAPTivating aren't they?)


Hollywould Callie Wedge c/o shoes.com
                   (The wedge is genius! What girl doesn't love a little height? Gold metallic lizard print + heel = perfect shoe for any occasion...dinner, drinks, walks on the beach, day at the desk...the color matches just about everything!) 
Dainty Floral Espadrilles c/o Forever 21 
Vera Floral Espadrilles c/o Topshop
(This shop basd out of the UK (and now in the States!) always has fab and in-vogue items for a great price! I love the pops of yellow and red against the inky background. Perfect to add to a buttercup yellow dress (check out the Eye for Eyelet page!) or add a bit of flair to a monochromatic navy ensemble!)

Tory Burch Ballet Espadrilles c/o Saks Fifth Avenue
(Ever the lover of sequins and sparkle, these are fabulous with just about anything! They also come in a navy stripe pattern which channels the nautical lover in all of us. I would dress up a plain Jane dress, add glam to denim shorts or increase the glitz factor of gold satin slouchy shorts (think Express circa summer 2009!)



Tory Burch Reva Leather Espadrille Flats c/o Nordstroms
(I was pumped to see the innovative twist on the classic espadrille! I am loving the "toughness-factor" of leather. Demure enough to add to jeans or a dress..creates an edgy-refined look..slip under wide-leg pants showing off the shimmering medallion. Perfection!)

Florentine Espadrilles c/o Forever 21
(Flowers make everyone happy! Slip into these fun flats while feeling shopper-saavy with the low price!$14! I love the extra detail of the navy toe and contrast stitching around the sole)
Stella McCartney Cloud-Print Espadrilles c/o net-a-porter.com
(Using Sir Peter Blake's cloud-print and adding metallic gold straps, Stella never fails to assign perfection to her fashion lines. The "sky's the limit" for your precious tootsies!)

Pink Studio Addy Canvas Ballet Flats
(Classic flat takes a fun turn with the jute sole, while keeping true to it's preppy personality with the rounded-toe and muted-tone striped canvas!)
MYMU Lonian Canvas Espadrilles c/o net-a-porter

(I cannot get enough of the metallic zigzags and jute soles! Slightly addicted to the overall thickness of the shoe. I would love to pair these with cuffed denim skinnies and a classic white linen tank! Of course brown linen never hurt anyone either...)

John Lewis Isabel Classic Espadrilles in Stone c/o johnlewis.com
(Added stability with the low subtle ankle strap and the multi-layered flower is a gorgeous addition! Love the wedge! Also comes in a light denim!)


Espadrille Moccasins c/o yoox.com
(Big fan of the prominent jute toe and the thick olive bow! Casual, but with the right amount of detail, and the olive color takes you right into fall!)

BDG Printed Espadrille Flats c/o Urban Outfitters
(Floral is fab, and the white piping around the sole is a contrasting addition to these adorably fun flats!)


Linen Espadrilles c/o Old Navy  
(An alternating-color braided sole adds a little extra to these linen flats, and of course, the price is insanely fantastic! $16!)
Cracked Lamé Espadrilles c/o Forever 21
(I love these! So yacht-worthy, but you can dress up jeans, khakis, high-waisted shorts. Try with classic red and navy for a pop on the all-American look, or be adventurous and pair with a hot rasperry pink strapless dress, gold bangles and long drapey chains!)


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