7 Summer Shoe Trends
April 30, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Sandals, Shopping for Shoes
As expected every year, this summer is all about sandals — high heeled strappy sandals, flat thong sandals and everything in between. So get your pedicure done and let’s go shopping! If you are looking to add some new shoes to your wardrobe, here are a some of the hottest summer trends.
Neutral Shoes
I have touched on it here in recent weeks, but neutral shoes in cream, beige and off-white are really trendy for spring and summer. They are a fabulous way to extend your wardrobe because you can wear them with almost anything.
Snakeskin Sandals
The exotic skins are in. Python sandals …read more
Hippie-Chic Wedge Espadrilles
April 15, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Wedges
Wedge espadrilles have a hippie-chic vibe that fits right in with the Bohemian fashions that are popular this season. If you are looking for a cute pair of espadrilles, you have many options to choose from right now. Here are just a few of my favorites available now at Neiman Marcus.
Stuart Weitzman Suede Espadrilles
These suede sandals feature a strappy upper in neutral brown or an iris purple shade. The jeweled ornaments along the center strap are a nice touch. You can get these Stuart Weitzman sandals for $395.
Cole Haan Air Genevieve Wedge
These ivory patent leather sandals feature a woven wedge …read more
J. Renee Ella Sandal
February 26, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Sandals
Time to break out your sandals, ladies. Spring is almost here. If you are searching for a cute pair of low heeled sandals, look for those with beads and other embellishments for a little extra flair.
The J. Renee Ella sandal features a wooden footbed and a colorful beaded medallion with a Native-American flavor. The tribal trend will be strong again this spring, and these shoes can take you there.
Priced at under $100 at Nordstrom, these sandals come in black, natural cork, or the white/turquoise combination pictured here. These cute sandals would look great with the Boho-chic fashions that are hip …read more
Hippie-Chic Platform Sandals
February 24, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Platforms, Sandals
This spring, get into the hippie-chic trend with flared jeans, peasant tops, flowing skirts and fringed bags. Another essential for this look is a great pair of platform sandals.
Yves Saint Laurent offers a variety of fabulous shoes for spring and one of my favorites is their patent leather Obi platform sandal. These sandals feature an open toe with a pleated bow across the vamp. With a 4-inch heel and a buckled ankle strap, these will definitely dress up anything you are wearing.
You can get these sandals right now at Bergdorf Goodman. Priced at $895, they are definitely a splurge but …read more
Tribal-Inspired Wedges
February 20, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Sandals, Wedges
Last spring, the tribal trend was red hot with tribal-inspired jewelry, handbags, shoes and apparel popping up everywhere. This season it’s back again, particularly in beaded and embellished shoes. Check out these three tribal-inspired wedges that are available now at Nordstrom. Pair these shoes with peasant tops or boho skirts for a trendy, tribal, hippie-chic look.
Diane von Furstenberg Wedge Slide
These platform slides feature tri-colored leather and wide straps with a tribal design. You can’t be scared of heights with these shoes. They have a 5-inch wedge heel and a 1 1/2-inch platform.
Linea Paolo Destini Slide
Pink printed satin dresses up this …read more






