Gap, circa 1995 Yes, really—the Gap! These leather Brazilian slides are an easy, minimal design…a perfect summer basic. (And the perfect basics are always the hardest to find—that’s why I still have these after a decade and a half!) [affmage source=”ebay” results=”2″]leather toe-ring sandals[/affmage]
Category Archives: Designer Shoes
Walter SteigerTubing-laced Gladiator Sandals
Walter Steiger, spring 2000 Finding these amazing Italian sandals at Loehmann’s was another of those serendipitous shopping moments… I had recently found the Charles Jourdan tote (07.20.2009) in Paris; the bag and sandals came together perfectly. These patent leather sandals use ordinary vinyl tubing in an uncommon way—very clever as the gladiator laces. Another witty …
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Anne KleinBead-filled Platform Sandals
Anne Klein, spring 1999 What a fun idea to fill the platforms of these champagne leather banded slides with sparkling faux crystals! Too bad the company didn’t take the time to test the durability of the vinyl shell of the platform…the first time I wore these, one platform split open and the tiny beads trickled …
Anne KleinGold Platform Slides
Anne Klein, spring 1998 I bought these Italian slides as a starting point for an outfit to wear to an elegant spring wedding. Yes, I often start with the shoes or bags, or even a belt or pair of gloves. I definitely would style a look around a unique piece of jewelry. My clothes are …
Puma”Popart” Sneakers
Puma, spring 2009 In the New Orleans tradition of lagniappe, here is a little something extra for your visual pleasure. Pictured are sneakers from the Roy Lichtenstein-inspired “Popart “line, as my son tried them on in the Philadelphia Puma store. They’re still available online ($50-$65)—happy shopping! Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997) himself described Pop art as “not …
PumaFunky Flip-flops
Puma, early 21st century You probably can’t moonwalk in these…they’re not too practical, but they are too funny! And they do work well as wall art! These funky flip-flops were another hilarious find at Marshall’s—I came home laughing! [affmage source=”ebay” results=”2″]puma flip flops[/affmage]
Anne KleinVintage Black and White Sandals
Anne Klein Couture, late 1980’s You can’t beat summer sandals! These vintage variegated black and white cord flats (amazingly) still look contemporary. They came from Bonwit Teller in Philadelphia shortly before its demise. [affmage source=”ebay” results=”2″]anne klein sandals[/affmage]
Charles JourdanVintage Black and White Pumps
Charles Jourdan, spring 1985 “Lucile”, noir/blanc (black/white) Not your mother’s spectators, these black and white kidskin pumps gave me a thrill! They went with ease from power presentations to dinner and dancing in the mid-eighties. Charles Jourdan (1883-1976) was born in the same year as Coco Chanel. By the time my shoes were created, the …
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Calvin KleinAsian Sandals
Calvin Klein Collection, summer 2006 These sandals define contemporary fusion fashion. The inspiration is the traditional Japanese Geta clog, but it’s made elegant with lacquered silver leaf and black suede, and very contemporary by the sexy wedge-shaped thong and gladiator laces. Shortly after finding these at Sak’s Off Fifth, I was given the Issey Miyake …