Shoesday Tuesday: Perfect Bridal Wedges

At Madeleine's, one of my jobs is to "finish" the bride's overall wedding day look. She'll set up an appointment to pick out accessories and I'll help her create the head-to-toe look, starting with undergarments and shoes and working our way through veils, jewelry, headpieces, purses, everything. It's a blast. And if you remember, my stellar selling hair makes it that much more enjoyable for me lately.

Anyway, one of the tricky parts can be shoes. We carry a decent variety of shoes at Madeleine's, but it's impossible to please everyone. One thing we can't seem to find for our store is the perfect pair of wedges. In New England, tons and tons of brides get married outdoors- golf courses, country clubs, beaches, barn yards, backyards- you name it. It's pretty picturesque here, so it makes sense to make the most of the natural beauty around you for such a special day. Anyway, as you all know, formal shoes and high heels in particular are the WORST when you're outside. Whether it's gravel walkways, cobblestones, grass or sand, there is no faster route to a sprained ankle than high heels outside in New England.

So often a bride will say, "I'm probably going to have to wear wedges." See, the thing is, she wants a pair of dressy shoes, but wedges are typically a very casual shoe. It's a conundrum, for sure. Even at Madeleine's, we only have a handful of options and while I think they're pretty fabulous, they don't cover every style for every bride.

Why the rant about wedges? Well, ladies and gents, I happened to hop on over to Shoe Dazzle a few days ago, just out of curiosity. And what to my wondering eyes should appear, but the most fabulous, lovely pair of wedges fit for a bride. They're called "Lucie" and I think they are flawless:

Can I get a little love for finding these precious little darlings? The pale nude color is practically ivory and would look amazing next to just about any bridal gown. And the lace! What better detail could you possibly hope for? The peep toe and delicate ankle strap are so feminine and flattering, too! I kind of want to get married outside just so I can wear these gorgeous wedges! I'm so in love! They do look pretty high, but I've always said that beauty hurts and anyone who tells you otherwise is lying.

I don't know where else you could find these, other than Shoe Dazzle, but they have dropped their monthly membership price. Plus, you could always join just for these bad boys and then cancel afterwards.

So, what do you think? Am I right about how amazing these wedges are? Did you get married outside? What was your footwear choice? Leave comments, friends! And Happy Shoesday Tuesday!

Shoesday Tuesday- Amazing Louboutins

Christian Louboutin Maggie Cap-Toe Pumps, Neiman Marcus, $995

At least now I understand my attraction to the Shoe Dazzle "Amour" shoe from a couple of weeks ago. They are a pretty blatant knock-off of these amazing Louboutins. 

Happy Shoesday Tuesday! 

More Confessing...

Yesterday I came clean and admitted that I never actually deleted my Shoe Dazzle and Just Fabulous accounts. I had to confess to all of you because I couldn't go on living a lie. This is partly because of the shoes I get to see every month, but it is also because of the bags. Like this one:

Honestly, can you give me a reason why I should NOT own this bag? You can't think of one, can you? I can't either. This is a difficult life I lead, I know. That's why I had to come clean- it's too hard to drool over bags like this all on my own. I need a support group. 

(P.S. It's available in three other colors AND it comes with the leopard print scarf.) 

Shoesday Tuesday- Amour

Maybe it's my obsession with two-tone oxfords and spectators that has me swooning over these shoes, but there is just something about them that is drawing me in:

They are also available in a black and white combination, but I prefer the beige- it's a more modern mix. The studs on the toe are just icing on the cake. 

FULL DISCLOSURE: I saw these shoes in my Shoe Dazzle Showroom. This month. I threatened to drop both Shoe Dazzle and Just Fabulous a few months ago. Rather than drop them from my life, I just stopped dedicated posts on my blog to them. The truth is that I never dropped them because they send me emails full of pretty shoes! Yes, it got tiresome blogging about them, so that's why I stopped that. But shoes sent straight to my inbox? How could I ever say "no" to that? Don't judge me. 

Please tell me what you think of these shoes- leave a comment or tweet with our special hashtag #ShoesdayTuesday- I can't wait to see what you have to say! 

Shoesday Tuesday- Shoe Dazzle Might Have Won Me Over...

... with these:

It's not as if I could wear these to work, but are they amazing or what? I feel like I need to have them! Why is it that just when I'm about to delete my account, Shoe Dazzle manages to keep stringing me along?!?! I just think these shoes are so unique and super fun. They would be ideal for a night out. They'd work with jeans, or a sexy LBD, or any number of things! What do I do?!?!? Give me advice on twitter and don't forget the hashtag #ShoesdayTuesday or I won't be able to find your tweet. Tell me if you think these shoes should be a part of my collection. 

Shoesday Tuesday- The Showroom Showdown

Can I get some props for the fabulous alliteration in that title? I mean, come on, folks- that is some decent work if I do say so myself. And I thought writing titles for these blog posts was my WEAKNESS. I should have known better.

Anyway, as you know, I'm a member of the two rival online shoe "stylist" companies- Shoe Dazzle and Just Fabulous. It occurred to me the other day that I had neglected to show you my February Showroom selections from each company, but lucky for me, there was a Tuesday remaining in the month. Hence, the title of this post. But I digress. So without further ado, I present Just Fabulous February Showroom:

My first reaction? "Meh." I am underwhelmed. Or am I? Could it be that I've seen so many shoes and have so many shoes and am constantly on the look-out for new and exciting shoes that I've just OD'd a bit on shoes? Because upon closer inspection, there are some lovely choices up there. After all, Ynez is pretty rockin' and you should see her in red! Pascale is an awesome shade of purple and that ruffle detail is pretty awesome. And I'm kind of in love with Darcy- she's available in some neutral options, too, but the red is kind of fierce, actually. So, after calmly progressing from underwhelmed to vaguely interested, I decided to check out Shoe Dazzle's February Showroom: 

Ok, now I'm overwhelmed. Especially with the four ADDITIONAL shoes in my showroom that are currently "Sold Out" and therefore I can't get a good picture to show you. (And don't think I didn't notice they have the exact same shoe in there, but in a different color option. You're not fooling anyone, Shoe Dazzle! I'm on to you!) But seriously, what happened to the unique personalization of my shoe selections? Lately is seems as though Shoe Dazzle is getting less and less personal and more and more interested in just shoving as many shoes in my direction as my inbox will take. 

Which brings me to another point: BOTH of these companies bombarded my email account with Valentine's Day specials to the point where I stopped reading the emails and simply clicked "delete" as soon as one arrived in my inbox. And while their special Valentine's shoes were cute, they were mostly red and we all know I have plenty of red shoes in my life. Plenty. So, in conclusion, I have to say, I might be canceling my accounts with both companies. Mostly the emails just annoy me and I have yet to be so in love with a shoe that I simply HAD to buy it. I think I gave it a decent run, though. Sorry, Kim Kardashian, it looks like your fancy shoe company just might not be for me. And for whomever owns Just Fabulous, congrats on a better execution of the same idea as KK's Shoe Dazzle, but in the end, I just don't think our relationship is working out. It's not you. It's me. Oh, wait, no- it IS you. 

Like shoes as much as (or more than) me? Then tweet about it with my hashtag #ShoesdayTuesday and let's get talking! 

Shoesday Tuesday: Shoe Dazzle VS. Just Fabulous

A new year has dawned and I STILL have not purchased a single pair of shoes from either "personal stylist" shoe services- Shoe Dazzle and Just Fabulous. I've been signed up with Shoe Dazzle for a lot longer than Just Fabulous, but as far as I can tell, they are nearly identical services. So why not pit them against each other? I will show you the shoes in each of my "showrooms" and we will decide which ones are better!

First up, Shoe Dazzle:

Other than "Kylie," I love them all. LOVE. THEM. ALL. "Lalit" is available in a black version, which I definitely prefer. "York" is remarkably similar to the Kelsi Dagger boot that seems to want to haunt my life. And haunt it FOREVER.

And now for Just Fabulous:

I'm 50/50 on this selection- I really love "Alice," "Kelly" and "Morgan," but I'm not a huge fan of "Joan," "Dakota" or "Casey." However, I really love "Alice" nearly enough to actually buy it. And since it is available in the nude color show as well as black and grey, it almost makes me want to buy all three colors. So while more shoes in the Shoe Dazzle showroom caught my eye, the one I'm actually most likely to purchase is from Just Fabulous.

My life is so hard.

Shoesday Tuesday- Lots o' shoes!

The start of the month always means new selections in my Shoe Dazzle Showroom, but now that I've joined Just Fabulous, it means even more shoes for me to check out! First up, my Shoe Dazzle Shoes:

I really like "Gracia" and "Natiri" but the rest aren't that appealing to me. Next up, Just Fabulous' selections for me:

"Lily" reminds me of a pair of shoes I already own, my taupe-suede cut-out heels that I got over the summer. I also really like "Felicia," but I don't have much need for high heels these days. If you remember my post from the end of December about shopping with Beth, you may recall I bought a pair of teal faux-suede heels that are simply gorgeous. I finally managed to snap a picture for you:

So pretty! And they look even better on than they do on their own. Trust me that they are a brighter teal in life than they are in the photo, too. What do you think of my Shoe Dazzle and Just Fabulous showroom selections? And what do you think of my teal heels? Leave a comment!

And don't forget that since it's Shoesday Tuesday, I'll be looking for your shoe-related tweets with the hashtag #ShoesdayTuesday. Tweet as many times as you like! 

Shoe Dazzle: Now offering... Hats?

Yes, you read the title correctly- Shoe Dazzle offered me a set of three hats as an option last month. They were pretty cute:

I'm not sure what is prompting them to expand their repertoire from shoes to bags to jewelry to hats- they should call themselves "Accessory Dazzle." What I liked about Shoe Dazzle in the early days was the fact that the selections for my showroom felt personalized and pared down. In an effort to provide more options to their customers, the Shoe Dazzle executives have ended up creating an experience that is not particularly focused or personalized. The monthly specials they offer seem to be randomly selected and while there's nothing I love more than a sequin beret, I had to choose to pass on these hats as well as the shoes, bags and jewelry in my showroom. When I first joined Shoe Dazzle, I received 5, 6 at most, shoe selections in my showroom. Now I have nearly a dozen pair of shoes plus a dozen handbags plus the six or seven jewelry options and now I add a set of hats to the mix? It's overwhelming and as I said above, it feels far less personalized. It feels like they aren't selling enough shoes, so they're breaking their own rules and parameters in order to entice me. Do you think I'm being cynical? Would you be more appreciative of the options or be frustrated with the company? I'd be happy to hear your opinions in the comments. Happy Friday, everyone! 

UPDATE: Just Fabulous Shoesday Tuesday

UPDATE: 

Just Fabulous is pretty fast. Within hours of registering and completing their fashion personality quiz, there was a "boutique" ready for me. And here's a look at what is in it:

First, the shoes: 

I am a fan of just about all of these. "Daphne" has an open-weave lace-up back which I do not like AT ALL. Other than that, I think they're all pretty fabulous shoes. "Polly" is very similar to the Kelsi Dagger boot that I obsessed over last year. And obsessed. And obsessed. And obsessed. I never actually bought the Kelsi Dagger shoes. Maybe I should scour the internet and see if I can find them at a heavily discounted rate. If I can't find them, I might go for the "Polly." Too bad it's only available in grey and black. One of the things I love so much about the Kelsi Dagger booties is the rich aubergine color. Other than the color, "Polly" possesses many of the same qualities that make the Kelsi Dagger boot so great- the platform helps ease the heel height, the flower embellishment makes them more of a special, unique shoe, and the "v" in the front at the ankle makes them very flattering. They certainly are tempting, but if I can find the Kelsi Dagger ones at a bargain price, I'd rather have them. As for the rest of the shoes in my "Boutique," "Alicia," "Bronwyn" and "Daphne" all get high marks. I'd consider purchasing any of them. Daphne appears to come in a nude version as well as a rich tan. Unfortunately, at this time, black is the only option. You all know how I feel about a nude shoe and a nude peep-toe platform shoe is about as good as it gets. 

And now for the bags: 

Ok, friends, I'm going to need "Bliss," "Halo" and "Joy" under my tree this Christmas. Start saving your pennies and get on it. 

For a true side-by-side comparison, let me show you (again) the selections that were in my November showroom from Shoe Dazzle.

Between the two services, there doesn't seem to be any great difference so far. I prefer Just Fabulous right now because of the added features like the "Haute List," and the "video" and "celebrity" tabs. Although, Shoe Dazzle has an essential feature with the photos and stats of their bags- they show a picture of the interior and list the number and types of pockets in the extended description. Also, with shoes, Shoe Dazzle is careful to tell you about the fit- whether it fits true to size, or runs small or large. These are important features when shopping online, features that, in my opinion, are more important than a brief video showing the shoes in action. 

Any thoughts or feedback is welcome. I'm likely going to ask for another set of shoes- I might as well put them through the paces just like I did with Shoe Dazzle. It's only fair. 

Shoesday Tuesday- Just Fab

I received a comment from Tiara Joy on my most recent Shoe Dazzle post. She recommended I try Just Fabulous, which is another site with a similar concept to Shoe Dazzle. After an initial "fashion personality quiz," their stylists will select shoes for me to purchase. The price is the same as Shoe Dazzle- $39.95- and also like S.D., shipping is included in the cost. They offer handbags as well as shoes, but so far I have not seen any jewelry. (But if you read my blog, you know I'm not impressed with S.D.'s jewelry selections.) One thing I already like better about Just Fabulous is a section called "The Haute List." The "Haute List" is the top three picks of bags and shoes from their stylists.

Currently in their "Haute List" are these adorable boots:

"Trisha"

And this fabulous bag: 

"Enthrall"

One of my issues with Shoe Dazzle has been that their items don't "wow" me enough. Maybe I'm just a tough customer, but I've felt like there isn't enough variety, so I often feel like I'm seeing the same shoe selections over and over- not the exact same, but just variations of each other. I also often feel like while the shoes are nice, they're just not "me." I hope that Just Fabulous has a selection that is more in line with my personal style. Time will tell. Tiara Joy recommended this site versus Shoe Dazzle because she felt the shoes were more in line with her personal style, so I hope the same proves true for me. Since it's the exact same concept and the exact same price, I feel this could be a great comparison experience. 

I've already noticed a few things about Just Fabulous that I like. For example, when you view an item, there is not only a brief description of the shoe with a few pictures from various angles, but there are also two interesting tabs with even more fun information. The first is the "Celebrity" tab which shows- you guessed it- a celebrity wearing a similar style shoe or carrying a similar bag. For example, take a look at this bag (also in the "Haute List"):

"Dream"

If you click on the "celebrity" tab, you'll see these pictures of Whitney Port and Jessica Szohr, respectively: 

While neither celebrity is carrying the actual bag, these photos offer evidence of current trends as well as possible looks that will work with this particular accessory. Another feature I enjoy is the "Video" tab on the shoe pages. It's exactly what you might think- a video of the shoes being walked in. Personally, this helps me understand the proportion of the shoe as well as get an idea of how comfortable the shoes might be if I purchase them. In any case, it's an additional feature that I appreciate. 

But while we're on the subject, I may as well show you the Shoe Dazzle "Alternate Styles" for the month of November:

I asked for neutrals and colors in flats in mid-heels. I suppose they gave me what I asked for, but I'm a tad underwhelmed (again). The two flat options are fine- I definitely prefer "Aurora," and the heels are far from "mid" height, if you ask me. I think that "Hazel" is a gorgeous shoe- perfect for a holiday party or date night, but I also told them I was looking for shoes to wear to work. "Hazel" is definitely more of a festive "party" shoe. Do you think I'm being too hard on Shoe Dazzle? After several months as a member, but not ever purchasing a single pair, do you think they're sick of selecting shoes for me? Or do they think of that as par for the course with this type of business? I suppose I'll never know. What I will know (soon, anyway), is whether or not I prefer Just Fabulous to Shoe Dazzle or the other way around. You'll be sure to read about it here, so check back frequently! 

Also, don't forget to participate in my weekly #ShoesdayTuesday Twitter posting game. Right now, it's pretty simple- post anything you like about shoes in a tweet along with the hashtag #ShoesdayTuesday. If you don't post the hashtag, I'll never see your tweet. You don't have to follow me in order to participate. Some of you may want to post a picture of your favorite shoes. Others might want to share a link to a great shoe sale or website. There are no rules except that the tweet be about shoes and that you include the hashtag. Simple, right? I'll post a round-up of my favorite tweets, so get to twittering or tweeting or whatever the kids are calling it these days! Happy Shoesday Tuesday! 

Shoesday Tuesday: Boots, boots and more boots...

I am obsessed with shopping for boots right now. Maybe it's the sudden change in weather, maybe it's the fact that I've moved north where boots are a necessity, not merely a fashion statement. Whatever the reason, I'm dying over so many boots right now. And I will admit that now that I'm back in the colder climate, I understand the reasoning behind Ugg boots. I still don't think they're attractive- I still think they are appropriately named- but I GET them. These, on the other hand are very pretty:

Madden Girl Luciee, Zappos, $39.95

I adore the button detail on these- it's very steampunk, which seems to be becoming a bit of a trend these days. You won't be seeing me in full Victorian garb unless I somehow end up in the cast of "A Christmas Carol" at a local community theatre, though. And that's highly unlikely. However, a hint of Victorian like these boots? Now that's much more likely! 

I'm also in love with "Houston" which is in my October Showroom from Shoe Dazzle this month. It's available in black as well as this rich tan: 

Houston, Shoe Dazzle, $39.95 (Membership required) 

The heel on "Houston" is a tad high, especially for everyday, but I like how the calf looks wider than your average pair of knee-high boots. If you're anything like me, finding boots wide enough for your calves is a challenge. I discovered there are actually "wide calf" boots available, though. Obviously, you can find them on plus-size sites like Avenue, Lane Bryant and OneStopPlus, but Zappos also carries an impressive selection. For example, I'm digging these gorgeous ones by Fitzwell available in black, brown and grey, although I'm partial to the latter two: 

Fitzwell Kyoti Wide Calf Boot, Zappos, $125

I also like these:

Type Z Worth Wide Calf Boot, Zappos, $93

Based on these choices, I seem to be drawn to lighter shades of tan and dove grey, which is new for me. I have a couple pair of black boots, so I'm sure it's just that I'm drawn to ones that aren't similar to what I already own. That's definitely a good thing! At least I'm not being redundant! 

As the weather gets colder, don't you feel like there's something comforting about boots? Even a pair of Uggs, I can understand. It's not currently part of my plan to purchase any new boots, but if the perfect pair just happen to present themselves for a remarkable price, I might just have to change my plans!

Shoesday Tuesday- Shoe Dazzle October Showroom

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Shoe Dazzle has selected several pink items in honor of that. In addition, if you purchase any of these items, 10% of the sale will go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. I must admit, I'm a fan of all three pink options- the shoes, the bag, the accessory, but I'm also a fan of EVERY shoe in my showroom this month:

"Beth" is obviously the "pink" option, but as much as I love it, I am also dying for "Matinee," "Veata" and especially "Bebe." My closet NEEDS "Bebe." My feet NEED "Bebe." I am still currently unemployed, so shoe shopping is not allowed until I find gainful employment. In fact, shopping beyond the necessities is not allowed until I find gainful employment. Let's hope I'm working before the end of the month so I can satisfy the NEED.

And now, for the rest of my showroom- the bags and the accessories/jewelry:

I love how the "pink" options in both bags and accessories are also zebra print- it's much more fun than just standard pink. In addition to "Beth" and "Bebe," I'm going to need "Hope" and "Baila" if for no other reason than to support breast cancer research (but also because they're fabulous). It's not shopping- it's do-gooder-ing. Also, "Kolkata" is a gorgeous bag. It reminds me of my faux "Dolce & Gabbana" because it is the same rich brown color. I guess I need to find not only a job, but a high-paying one, too.

Happy Shoesday Tuesday!

Shoesday Tuesday- Encore

Shoe Dazzle you guys are killing me! You know I'm on a self-imposed shoe-buying ban until AFTER I find a new job! And yet you put this in my showroom:

How can I resist the blue faux-snakeskin and the oversized Mary Jane strap in lovely contrasting chocolate brown faux-suede? The wide heel makes it great for trekking along a snowy walkway in New England, while the rest is just simply beautiful. Practical AND pretty? It is SO hard to resist! But resist I must! If I buy anything before finding gainful employment, it will be a handbag. A perfect handbag and nothing less. After resisting all these amazing shoes this week, I deserve nothing less.

More Shoesday Tuesday

I just realized that I never showed you all my September showroom from Shoe Dazzle. Well, here it is:

First of all, $39.95 is a GREAT price for a pair of knee-high boots, so I'm kind of excited about the prospect of a nice pair like "Melrose." Although, do you think it's odd that Shoe Dazzle put both colors of "Melrose" in my showroom even though when I click on one for a closer look, it clearly states the shoe is available in 2 color choices? Either way, I really love that boot, but I think the black version would be the most practical for my lifestyle. I'm drawn to the nude version as well, so I'll have to think on it before I make any major decisions. I'm also in love with the Anise short boot and the Anslea pump. I don't know if I can choose just one! I'm also loving the Sevilla and Park handbags. And you all know how much I need a new bag!

The other thing I've noticed about my September showroom is that there isn't a single item in it that's not a neutral! Not a single pop of color in the entire mix! I may have to ask for a second set of items just to see if they give me something colorful. In the meantime, Shoe Dazzle has added a new feature where you can see the shoes your stylists ALMOST selected for you, but that didn't quite make the "top 5" cut. Of all the shoes not selected for me, my favorite was Sabine:

I love the color- you all know how much I prefer colorful shoes. I wonder if I ask for a second set of shoes, how many of them will be colorful? We'll find out! Happy Shoesday Tuesday bonus, everyone!

ShoeDazzle Saturday

I got my new August selections from Shoe Dazzle:

I've noticed a couple of things about these selections:

1.) "Claudette" was in a previous showroom of mine, but in nude. If you don't remember, you can see it again here. Hmmm...

2.) "Twilight" was the Team Edward shoe from Shoe Dazzle's promotion back when "Eclipse" came out in theatres. Remember how they marked me as Team Jacob? Well, apparently now they think I'm Team Edward. Is that because I didn't purchase their Team Jacob shoe? Could be.... And while I totally am Team Edward (yes, I've read the books and watched the movies- I admit it!), I am not a fan of the Team Edward shoe choice. It's way too goth for my wardrobe.

"Agyness" and "Tess" are certainly interesting shoes, and "Agyness" is probably the most likely to work in my wardrobe. Unfortunately, since I have a high instep, any bootie-style shoe has to be tried on before purchasing. As for Tess, it's more suited to a woman with mile-long gams. The thick ankle detail has the potential to be very unflattering on the wrong legs. But I admit, I'm even tempted by "Aline." Some might look at it next to all the others in my showroom and sigh, "boooo-ring." But the truth of the matter is that it's an ideal spring and summer nude shoe. And you know how I feel about nude shoes!

Once again, I'm going to pass on my Shoe Dazzle showroom. As I've said before, they are going to have to really "wow" me in order to get me to officially join and start paying the $39.95 monthly fee. On another note, here's something else that's kind of interesting that I've noticed as of late: when I post about Shoe Dazzle, I almost always elicit a comment or two from an "anonymous" commenter. They always explain how great Shoe Dazzle is and how all I need to do is X,Y and Z to get what I want, etc. It almost reads like a Shoe Dazzle PR Rep or something. I'm not trying to call my readers comments into question, but it does seem a tad suspect that Shoe Dazzle gets anonymous rave reviews on my blog posts and yet that "Anonymous" commenter doesn't really have much to say about any other post I write. Have I become too cynical and jaded for suspecting these comments are anything but sincere? If you are reading this and you happen to be the anonymous Shoe Dazzle fan, please let me know and I'll stop being so suspicious. And if you are Mr. or Miss Shoe Dazzle PR Rep, shame on you!

Happy Saturday, everyone! Enjoy the sunshine!

It's August 1st?!?!?!

When did my summer start flying by so fast? It's August 1st? Already?!?!? I need to go drop off my rent check! But first, I'll take a look a this month's Shoe Dazzle selections. If you've been following the Shoe Dazzle Saga, you know that it's been a bit up and down, but I have yet to purchase anything and officially become a "member." My roommate has- she receives her monthly packages and shows them off. Last month she ordered a bag, but I haven't seen it yet. Anyway, if you haven't been following the saga, you may be confused by that last statement- why is she getting a bag if it's called "Shoe Dazzle?" Well, recently, the monthly showrooms were expanded to include both handbags and jewelry sets. There's a lot more to look at now, that's for sure. Anyway, here is my August showroom, which is fine, but once again, nothing says, "Spend $40 on me!" At least not urgently, anyway.

My favorites are Reese and Madera, but I don't think I'll be going for either. Looking ahead, I think Madera would be the best choice since it would be appropriate for fall. I am in need of a new handbag, so it's a tad tempting. As for the jewelry, I kind of like Perfectly Pave, but as is the case with all Shoe Dazzle jewelry, I'm not really a fan of sets. It seems a little outdated for a company that claims to be so fashion forward.

Anyway, the shoes are fairly typical of what Shoe Dazzle tends to select for me. I think I'll ask for an alternative set of selections again this month. Maybe one of these days they'll blow me away.  

Team Jacob?

Shoe Dazzle just cracks me up- their latest promotion rides on the tailcoat of the multi-billion-dollar franchise known as the Twilight Saga. Just to set the record straight, I HAVE read the books and seen the movies. In fact, just last night I went to see Eclipse. I'm Team Edward all the way and proud of it. Why on earth Kristen Stewart would want to keep that relationship a secret, I'll never know. If I was dating Edward Cullen, I'd be all, "That's right! Look at me!" And make fun all you like of the Twi-hards, but Stephanie Meyer is laughing all the way to the bank. I wouldn't mind cashing in on something THAT successful, you know what I mean?

But enough about that, back to Shoe Dazzle. They asked Twilight celebrity Stylist Melis Kuris to select two shoes and two sets of jewelry, inspired by Team Edward and Team Jacob. Each Shoe Dazzle member is then offered one in her showroom. Apparently Shoe Dazzle and Melis think I'm Team Jacob. Patrice is the shoe that showed up in my showroom:

Along with Call of the Wild:

I don't mind Patrice, but there's no way I'm spending $39.95 on a cheap set of bracelets with matching earrings. Honestly, WHO matches their jewelry anymore except 6-year-old girls and women over the age of 60? And what about faux rhinestones reminds you of a boho, earthy style? I'm puzzled. Perhaps the most entertaining aspect of this selection was the first sentence of the description of Patrice:

"Woodsy and wild, Patrice is feral in faux snakeskin and raffia."

I don't know about you, but somehow "feral" isn't how I want my shoes to be described. Images of dirty, wild cats come to mind. It's unfortunate because the shoes are actually pretty fierce, but I was turned off by those five little letters. I didn't get a close look at the Team Edward options, but the original email I received notifying me of this additional selection in my showroom had a picture of a black faux-leather cut-out bootie with a black rhinestone and pewter necklace and earring set. They seemed to be the standard gothic vampire cliche, which isn't really my style (nor is it the Cullen's, which is odd). Not that the Team Jacob options had me swooning, either.

Anyway, I think this might be another month of opting out of Shoe Dazzle's selections. They must be sick me by now, constantly rejecting their shoes. Sorry, Kim Kardashian- I'm just not feeling it right now. You were closer with your SATC2-inspired selections.

Shoesday Tuesday (and a handbag)

Hello all! I trust you all had a fabulous Fourth of July holiday weekend. I know I did! I took a break from posting because I was busy enjoying the backyard barbeques my friends were having. It was a fun weekend and one where I meant to post an outfit picture (from a Saturday night party), but I didn't manage to get a photo of the whole outfit. I'll have to wear it again sometime this summer and post it then. My actual 4th of July outfit was fine, but not so exciting I felt the need to post it on the blog. And since this is Shoesday Tuesday, I figured I'd post my most recent selections from Shoe Dazzle. Unfortunately, I don't like ANY of the shoes they selected for me this month- they just weren't my style. The best option was "Carolina," but I already own a pair of grey pumps. Granted, they don't have the snakeskin detail or platform of this shoe, but they work for my wardrobe. The rest of the shoes were just not that cute, in my opinion. Not even worth posting to be honest. Maybe I'll ask for a second round of shoes.

"Carolina"

Despite not being impressed with the shoes, there was a handbag that caught my eye and I will likely drool over it for the rest of the month. Take a look:

"Antigua"

First of all, it's one of my all-time favorite colors. Second, the cut-out of the faux-leather is simply stunning and it stands out even more against the creamy interior fabric. I absolutely adore it. I may have to own it before the end of this month. We'll see. I'm actually in the market for a new bag. Most of mine are starting to feel worn out or I just don't love how they function. Maybe Antigua will be my new every day bag. Time will tell....

Breaking News: Shoe Dazzle has HANDBAGS!!!

I wish I could have that fast beeping sound that heralds the arrival of some type of incredible breaking news. You know what I'm talking about, right?

Well, my breaking news is that Shoe Dazzle has added handbags and jewelry to their product lines. No joke. In my showroom this month:

I'm not sure I think any of the jewelry options are worth the $39.95, but the bags- I could get into some of those bags.