Op-Ed: The Heel Never Left

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So yesterday I read a piece on Vogue.com about the resurgence of the heel for Fall 2016, and it made me beg the question - well did the heel ever leave? With the rise in acceptance of 'sneakers as fashion statement', which for most of us wasn't a new phenomenon even as its popularity climbed the fashion charts, I can see where this sentiment stemmed from. 

But ladies and gents, lets be real, heels serve confidence, class and in some instances, sex, depending on your agenda. Every collection since the dawn of man in fashion has included heels to some degree. 

Flats, Skater Sneakers, Nikes, Adidas, and Pumas have popped up off and on the runways for the past 2 years, but the heel, the heel has remained the epicenter of style. And every true fashionista knows it. 

Check out some of my fav heels from past and present for proof and name that shoe!

P.S. A flat slipped in because they're just great!

P.P.S. It slipped in because I do love a good flat though, really and truly. 

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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.