Spring in your step
Is this not what we want: To be able to walk, even trot, stand for awhile, not think, "I wish I hadn't worn these shoes"?
I desire spring shoes that don't summon the dreaded phrase, "comfort shoe", but that I'll wear all day. Time to consider choices while the selection is good.
A heel that handles a walk
"Guy" herringbone heels from Accessoire Diffusion, €185. (No sales through web site; see shops on web site.)
Early spring: blueblooded boot
A boot will still serve, but not the clunky winter kind. Belstaff "Agnes" boots, with substantial heel and cushioned sole. $595 from Net-a-porter. Which I will pronounce not-afford-er.
Spring, definitely
One day, "l'hiver, c'est bien fini". These can only be spring shoes! Anyi Lu "Tulip" mid heel is $365 from Arthur Beren and other shoe retailers. Shown in lilac, (see the snakeskin heel and trim on buckle); also comes in a vibrant royal patent and black patent.
The Stuart W
eitzman "Reflex" sandal is going to make that first wearing of blouse, no sweater required, feel even more blissful.
Enough coverage to stay on my foot, bare enough to enjoy the pedicure. Also in black, $275 from Zappos.
Arche "Perina" nubuck sandals in amarante. Worth $350 because you can wash these (they wear wonderfully) and my feet purr. And look at this delectable colour.
Loafers, but not too tough
Cole Haan Air Penny driver
s have that rescue-me Nike Air technology and come in ethereal lemonade, $178 from Cole Haan. Also in flirty nailpolish-pink patent which is not "me" but
captivating on the right woman.
Ballerinas to dance in
Also from Cole Haan (the Maria
Sharapova Collection) comes an intelligent ballet flat. I loved the rich blue metallic, the built-up sole and the Nike Air cushioning and support. Price, $138; also in both silver and gold metallics.
Walk like a woman
Joie's "Louie Lo
uie" borrows from boys' brogues but slips on. Slightly transgressive when worn with a dress, and immeasurably more style than sneakers when paired with pants. At Neiman Marcus, $198.
Shown in elephant grey (isn't this a marvelous shade?); also available in cognac. International shipping (call Customer Service outside N. America).
Nothing against sneakers. Go sneak.
I do know Jack: I want my sneakers unadorned. Converse Jack Purcells, from J. Crew.
White. Navy. Black. $65.
Good for the sole
Tom's are
like espadrilles: easy, unpretentious and cool in a not-trying way. And may I add, blissfully unpointy, with arch and heel support.
With every pair you buy, Tom's gives a pair to a child in need. Shown, the $54 Novia Classic. Tons of patterns and styles on their web site, even shoes for little feet and vegans.
I desire spring shoes that don't summon the dreaded phrase, "comfort shoe", but that I'll wear all day. Time to consider choices while the selection is good.
A heel that handles a walk
"Guy" herringbone heels from Accessoire Diffusion, €185. (No sales through web site; see shops on web site.)
Early spring: blueblooded boot
A boot will still serve, but not the clunky winter kind. Belstaff "Agnes" boots, with substantial heel and cushioned sole. $595 from Net-a-porter. Which I will pronounce not-afford-er.
Spring, definitely
One day, "l'hiver, c'est bien fini". These can only be spring shoes! Anyi Lu "Tulip" mid heel is $365 from Arthur Beren and other shoe retailers. Shown in lilac, (see the snakeskin heel and trim on buckle); also comes in a vibrant royal patent and black patent.The Stuart W
eitzman "Reflex" sandal is going to make that first wearing of blouse, no sweater required, feel even more blissful.Enough coverage to stay on my foot, bare enough to enjoy the pedicure. Also in black, $275 from Zappos.
Arche "Perina" nubuck sandals in amarante. Worth $350 because you can wash these (they wear wonderfully) and my feet purr. And look at this delectable colour. Loafers, but not too tough
Cole Haan Air Penny driver
s have that rescue-me Nike Air technology and come in ethereal lemonade, $178 from Cole Haan. Also in flirty nailpolish-pink patent which is not "me" butcaptivating on the right woman.
Ballerinas to dance in
Also from Cole Haan (the Maria
Sharapova Collection) comes an intelligent ballet flat. I loved the rich blue metallic, the built-up sole and the Nike Air cushioning and support. Price, $138; also in both silver and gold metallics.Walk like a woman
Joie's "Louie Lo
uie" borrows from boys' brogues but slips on. Slightly transgressive when worn with a dress, and immeasurably more style than sneakers when paired with pants. At Neiman Marcus, $198.Shown in elephant grey (isn't this a marvelous shade?); also available in cognac. International shipping (call Customer Service outside N. America).
Nothing against sneakers. Go sneak.
I do know Jack: I want my sneakers unadorned. Converse Jack Purcells, from J. Crew.White. Navy. Black. $65.
Good for the sole
Tom's are
like espadrilles: easy, unpretentious and cool in a not-trying way. And may I add, blissfully unpointy, with arch and heel support.With every pair you buy, Tom's gives a pair to a child in need. Shown, the $54 Novia Classic. Tons of patterns and styles on their web site, even shoes for little feet and vegans.
Comments
OK, I'll take the following: boots, red wedge, loafer (but in a darker color because I have big feet) and the ballerina.
You are so right about tottering in uncomfortable shoes. It makes one look old, ridiculous and we might break something.
I was so very pleased to see you chez moi. I have a particularly affection for Canadians having lived on the American side of your border from birth to age 16.
Best regards,
Tish
Tish: Love your blog, would have been there earlier but limit my online time. Reshuffled my reading so will see you there!
hostess: Yes, perfect with your new Gap pants, which I admire!
Pseu: I'll only show walkable shoes- regard the other kind as gorgeous oppressors.
materfamilias: Not only are you weay ahead re spring, you can also wear cute shoes earlier! Still stuck in my Blunnies for many weeks.
sisty: That colour is so refined and special!
While I rarely wear anything with a heel, I love the elephant gray slip-ons and the ballet flats. Excellent choices.
Frugal: Rare to find ballerinas with any support! Cole Haan is dedicated to relieving our foot problems without us looking like our grandmothers.
metscan: In Canada there are shoes-on and shoes-off houses. Generally the more 'upscale' the house, the more likely you are to be allowed to wear your shoes, but there are suprises each way. In my house I wear shoes or slipppers, my guests wear shoes. If weather is inclement they arrive in boots, carrying their shoes. That's a very Canadian thing, we carry shoes, half the year!