Shoe In Review: The Summer Wedge

Since Fall is just around the corner I thought I'd do a review on the summer wedge. Sort of an ode to this summer shoe that will be locked away over the upcoming cold winter months. The shoe that will be missed but not forgotten. The shoe that is oh so comfortable to wear when standing for a long period of time. The shoe that isn't best for walking down steep hills.  The shoe that doesn't always look quite right with tights.

 

Here are some of my favorite summer wedeges that call my closet home...

 

Elle - Kohl's - My newest babies. Just 7 bucks on the clearance rack!! I'm thinking I could pull tights off with these bad boys.

 



Payless - One of my favs!

 



Target - You've seen these shoes a lot since last summer!

 



Target - Worn in our engagement photos!

 

Madden Girl- DSW - Just saw these on the clearance rack!

 

Minx - Burlington Coat Factory - My 28th B-day shoe!

 



Michael Antonio - Burlington Coat Factory



Unknown Brand - DSW - Thinking these will also work with tights.

 

Goodness, I have a lot of shoes.



Shoe In Review: Current Obsessions

For my first "Shoe In Review" post I thought I'd share a couple shoe styles I'm currently obsessing over. While I'm on a sort of shopping hiatus, it doesn't hurt to browse around and plan my next shopping attack. Macy's has a great buy 2 get one free sale right now. So great it might just put my hiatus on hiatus.

Obsession #1: The Pointy Toe

Jessica Simpson Shoes, Jaide Pumps

GUESS Shoes, Myrick Single Sole Cap Toe Pumps

Both pairs are buy 2 get one free. The blue pump also comes in leopard with a camel color bow on the back. CUTE! You know, for a woman who loves shoes as much as I do,  you'd think a classic pointy toes would be in my collection. I need to fix this. I am literally drooling over theses pairs of shoes right now.  Seriously. It's gross.

Obsession # 2: The T-Strap Sandals

Jessica Simpson Shoes, Bansi Platform Sandals

Look at these! Jessica Simpson can do no wrong when it comes to shoes. I love the glitter detail on the heal and platform. Great pair of shoes for a girls night out!

Jessica Simpson Shoes, Shama Platform Wedge Sandals

These shoes would go with anything. Dress them up or down, I love them!  They're the best type of shoe to wear out when you know you're going to be on your feet for a long period of time. 

Maybe I should make my shopping hiatus begin next week?

Colorful

Top & Shoes: Target / Skirt: Kohl's / Necklace & Clutch: Charming Charlie

This is an outfit from last weekend. One of my favorite party skirts!   My necklace and top don't really match the colors in the skirt. But hey, it works! I don't have to be matchy matchy all the time.

I had another successful work event last week in good old Cincinnati!  It was a one day retail design event focused on Millennials. I loved lisetening to what all the GenX and Baby Boomers had to say about us Millenials. All of it so true (creepy).  Event #4...SUCCESS!

Drew and I had our engagement photos taken this weekend. They were so much fun and I can't wait to see the finished product.  I wasn't as camera shy as I thought I would be.  Maybe I'll venture outside someday soon for blog pics.

I'll be sure to share the photos as soon as we get them back!

Shorts and Wedges

Top: Loft

Shots: Forever21

Necklace: Charming Charlie

Bracelet: Kohl's

Shoes: Target

Bag: Burlington Coat Factory

This was an oufit I wore over the weekend.  I wore it to dinner and made Drew take me home  so I could change immediately after. I just wasn't comfortable.  I love the idea of this outfit but I need shorts that fit better. Dark denim with a little more length, I'm thinking.  Any suggestions on where I should shop? I'm thinking Gap.

Red & Polka Dots

Top & Necklace: Forever21

Pants: Gap

Wedges: Target

I have a serious crush on these cropped pants! Gap calls the color Vermilion. Their a cross between red and orange.  I have to admit, I didn't put as much effort in my debut of these pants as I wanted. Monday's aren't always my best days.  I'll try something a bit edgier next time you see these.    

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend! 

New Boots!

Tunic - NY & Co.

Sweater - Old Navy

Leggings - Forever21

Boots - Steve Madden Luxe - DSW

Necklace: Avon

By the time you read this post I will be in Vail running around like a mad woman.  I decided since I will be so busy with no access to my camera, I'd schedule a few posts for you this week.

I went shopping over the weekend to pick up a few sweaters and cold weather pieces to wear while in Vail. End of season shopping is the best! I found some really amazing sales!  Like these boots, 70% off! I fell in love with them the second I saw them.  I'm sure you'll be seeing a lot of them before the season ends.  

Outfit Rut

Top: Forever21

Scarf, Cardigan & Wedges: Target

Jeans: Guess

I was in an outfit rut this morning.  You know, kind where you stand in your closet and stare forever as if it's completely empty.  Ever have that happen? After trying on a ridiculous amount of outfits for 6:30am, I settled with this one. My room now looks like a garbage pit.  Once I got to work I quickly decided I hated it.  Okay, maybe not hate but pretty close.   I think it was just the cuffed jeans with these wedges. It could be that I'm not used to dressing down for work.

Too Much Food

 Dress: Forever 21

Jacket: Kohl's

Shoes: Old Navy

Scarf: H&M

Hope everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving.  Drew and I had 4 Thanksgiving meals that day. Yes, four. We weighed ourselves when we got home just for giggles.  It wasn't so funny when I saw the results.  3lbs for me and 4 for him.  Combined that's the size of a baby.  Phew.  Good thing I wore this comfy dress all day. Plenty of room for stuffing and turkey.

On top of all the Thanksgiving hooplah, we went cupcake tasting this weekend.  I'll let the picture do the talking.

  

Copycat (meow)

Dress & Top: Target

Shoes: Old Navy

Bracelet: Kohl's

Charm Necklace: Charming Charlie

Bead Necklace & Belt: Thrifted

Between blowing my nose, coughing, and medicine head, I've had no energy to come up with outfit ideas. Have you ever had a NyQuil hangover?  Trust me, it's bad.  And no, I don't take NyQuil for recreational purposes.  

Anyway,  when I came across this little number by Molly at Urban Nester,  I had to recreate it!  Of course I wish I had the leather dress she's rocking, but I had to work with what was in my closet.  I like how it turned out. Dress turned jumper, I guess you could say.

Outside

Top: Target

Pants: Forever21

Shoes: Old Navy

Scarf: H&M

My first official outside shot. Drew and I went on an adventure yesterday trying to find a site for our wedding ceremony.  I think we found it.  I decided that the coast was clear enough to snap a few pics.  

I think this top and these shoes were the best purchases I've ever made.  Both less then $20, can't beat it.  I think I've worn them both about a dozen times this week.  So easy, comfy, and they go with anything.  

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.  I'll be back in blog-action this week for sure.  I have my very fist giveaway I'll be posting tomorrow.  Make sure you check back!

Great Outfit and a Birthday!

Top: Loft

Shorts: Forever21

Scarf: Macy's

Shoes: Old Navy

Bracelets: Charming Charlie

Tights: Kohl's

What a great night! Nothing like great music, great friends, and a great outfit! I love everything about this little get-up.  I can't wait to wear it again soon!

Happy Birthday to you DREW!!!! I love you!

(One of my favorite pics...hehehehe)

We are going to a fancy 5 course dinner tonight.  I'll fill you in on it tomorrow!

Hope you're have a fab weekend!