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The start of spring shopping

kristen — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 02:45:27 +0000

I’m so excited spring is just about here! Today I went shopping for the warm weather that will hopefully be coming soon. My plan was to go to Loehmann’s, the only location here in MA. After a 30 minute drive, I found out that there is no longer a Loehmann’s in MA! I remember hearing about them going bankrupt, but then I thought it had been bought out and was saved. I just thought they would have sent me some kind of goodbye letter or something after all the other mailings I got from them, but understandable that’s not on their priority list!

So anyway, I was disappointed, but made the best of it and went to DSW, Marshall’s, Nordstrom Rack and Urban Outfitters. I didn’t have any luck with clothes, but bought these 2 pairs of shoes for a total of $94.90! Do you like them?

Black wedge Seychelles shoes. Seychelles is a brand I’ve been wearing for awhile because all their shoes have the two qualities I look for – style and comfort. I’ll probably wear these shoes to work a lot. I’m a big fan of a low heel, especially when it’s a wedge shoe.

I was looking for a casual neutral flat and am really happy I found these BCBG Paris shoes. They are a very pale pink and comfortable. I can’t wait to wear them!

this month in indie fashion magazine N.E.E.T.

kristen — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:33:58 +0000

the june issue of N.E.E.T. magazine just came out! here are my 2 favorite parts of this month’s issue:

1) this spread featuring “the summer top 10″ – 10 great pieces that all work together from dress to hat to necklace all from independent designers around the world.

2) this article about Australian shoe designers, tHe Horse. it’s tough finding independent shoe designers, so i was excited to learn about this collection. they also remind me of sienna miller and jude law’s shoes from their recent outing. yes? no?

shoe inspiration from 1958

kristen — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:27:13 +0000

i am not a shoe girl. i know, that’s blasphemy, but they just don’t do anything for me. i have collected a good amount of shoes in a variety of shapes and colors over the years and just realized today that i’ve gotten a little lazy with my shoes. i don’t wear high heels to work anymore. 1 1/2″ and flat boots are my staples. why be in pain by the end of a day of heels? it’s just not worth it to me.

but, because i love old fashion videos, i decided to try to get a little inspired by shoes from 1958. check out the flower shoes – very carrie bradshaw!

zip it.

kristen — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:53:26 +0000

zippers! they’re not just for holding up your dresses or pants – they are a fun detail that’s being added to clothes and accessories this season. i love the unexpected texture the zippers add to these pieces.

deadly ponies: mr. zipalot bag made by new zealand based designers.

Anne Michelle: very cute and only $29.50.

Kate Cusack: a whole line of jewelry made from zippers!

Megan Leone: Megan is an eco-conscious designer who uses vintage and recycled materials in her designs.

Katherine Nicole: love the purple color! this color works for every hair/skin tone.

leanne marshall: from the winner of last year’s project runway! one of her only designs up on etsy now that she’s selling clothes through bluefly.com.

25% discount to the clothing menu readers!

kristen — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:12:12 +0000

Terra Plana (featured here during my eco-friendly fashion week) is offering the clothing menu readers a 25% discount on their Terra Plana classics shoes. this is an amazing deal – thank you to Terra Plana!

just enter CLOTHINGMENU25 at checkout – expires august 15.

eco-friendly wardrobe essentials you didn't think you could find

kristen — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:50:12 +0000

on tuesday i posted some really cute ethical and sustainable clothing lines. and yesterday i posted an interview with Gaia Conceptions, a line of comfortable eco-friendly clothing in some really great colors. but what about wardrobe essentials besides everyday clothes? are there eco-friendly shoes, bags, and bathing suits? luckily, thanks to some really smart and passionate designers, the answer is yes!

Terra Plana makes shoes out of materials like recycled memory foam and natural latex. i was really pleasantly surprised by the large selection of super cute shoes! Deux FM makes “eco chic” clothes, like stylish bikinis made of recycled linen, organic cotton, and soy. and Pansy Maiden makes colorful bags out of organic cotton twill. so if you’re looking to finish off your wardrobe with eco-friendly items, these collections have you covered!

UPDATE: Terra Plana is offering the clothing menu readers a 25% discount on their Terra Plana classics shoes! just enter CLOTHINGMENU25 at checkout – expires august 15.

appetizer (fusion): studded ballet slippers by Capezio

kristen — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:41:27 +0000

these ballet slippers are super cute! i’m debating buying a pair for myself, but i’m worried i’d be channeling amy winehouse too much, although these shoes are way better than hers. they are made by Capezio, a dancewear brand (i have no rythym, so dancers – correct me if i’m wrong). they’re available for purchase at bonadrag.com, a site i recommend you visit if you haven’t already.