Obsession: Ankle Strap

So I'm going to let you in on a little secret....ankle strapped heels are THE best. I've been obsessed with they style since I was a tot rummaging through my moms closet to find her black patent leather ankle strapped heels; I would pretend I was going somewhere fancy, the opera, a dance, shopping and the only heels suitable for the occasion were those ankle straps. 

And just so you're clear, here's a few reasons why ankle straps just can't be beat...

  1. It's versatile - you can have an ankle strap wedge, pump, sandal, bootie et al
  2. Straps can be hidden to tone day your day look and exposed for evening
  3. I believe they make your legs, all shapes and all sizes look great - just adds a level of chic and class that can't happen with any other style outside of a pump or slingback (my other obsession)
  4. They work with almost any outfit, shorts, pants, skirts, dresses; they look well with tights and socks 

Ok enough of that, you get the point. Check out some of my favs below....

Love these Gianvito Rossi Buckle Strap sandals. I'd rock these on the beach or at the club! 

Sleek, chic and sophisticated these red patent leather Casadei's will spice up any outfit. 

Chloe, Chloe, Chloe I can count on you for the rough, rugged and fierce all at the same damn time. I need these in my collection ASAP. Rain, snow or sunshine these leather ankle tie shoes will surely give you the case of happy feet!

My shoe designer crush, Sophia Webster hits the nail on the head every. single. time. Mama is definitely winning! I can close my eyes and see myself prancing down the street with these and some cute cutoffs and a white tshirt. aoww!

J'adore, J'adore, J'adore. Leave it up to, yup, Sophia again on her delicious shoe collaboration with J.Crew. I'm still on the hunt for these. Time to get on the phone with my crew connect. 

Another shoe designer crush, Charlotte Olympia creates masterpieces full of detail and shape perfection. I'd rock these with a denim on denim look, just because I can. 

Last, but most certainly not least, Tom Ford patent leather lock ankle straps. These look almost identical to my moms shoes from many moons ago. Need 'em. Want 'em. Gotta have 'em.

As always gyals click on the images for shoepping!

Ciao lovas. 

 

 

Feature: Magazine Monday

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Hey lovas, so its Monday and the weekend is now over, but the fun doesn't have to end! Today was the last day of my vacay so I spent time indulging in mags, drankin' my orange juice, and peering out the window. In the process, I spotted a few not to miss items {shoes of course} in some of my fav glossies and since I'm big on sharing here's a list of the mags & shoes you need to checkout now, inclusive of issue and page numbers, because these goodies are not to be missed. 

Lucky August Issue - Solange Cover

Page 34: Some green with envy platform Jil Sander boots. Shoe damage: $1,395. 

Page 42: Proving that flats are fabulous, a glittery/shimmery pair of Jimmy Choos. Shoe damage: $595

Page 66: Over-the-knee 'hotsexonaplatter' boots by Gianvito Rossi (quickly taking over my closet I already have 3 pair of shoes by this gem). Shoe damage: $1,785

 

Elle July Issue - Anna Kendrick Cover

Page 66: Brian Atwood fringe realness #thatisall. Shoe damage: $2,995

Page 88: Classics never die. Three pairs of pump perfection to choose from - Tabitha Simmons, Alejandro Ingelmo, and the indelible Manolo Blahnik. Shoe damage: $895, $995, and $595 - in that order!

Page 90: Chic basics for the #switchup - you know when you need a break from heels, but still want to look sexy and grown up. Casadei chain-link ankle boots, Jimmy Choo croc-printed flats, Marc Jacobs sequin moccasin and Marni 'Jesus be cool' sandals. Shoe damage: $990, $525, $2,785 and $600 - in that order again!

 

Harpers Bazaar August Issue - Cameron Diaz Cover

Page 72: You can never have enough great booties. Manolo Blahnik for Wes Gordon is so rockin' and in RED. Shoe damage: Baby by special order only #aooww

Page 74: Count on Monsieur A. Wang to have you stomping and shouting for shoe glory in a pair of shin-guard mule. Say whattttttt. Shoe damage: $995 

Page 87: I love a good Brogue and Stuart Weitzman has a winning pair. Shoe damage: $398

There are tons and tons of more goodies so read up!