Is it a map of my lungs and arteries, or is it a butterfly?
Though I have to say Zappos is my god, every once in a while I give Piperlime a try – hey, more reward points at the Gap to spend on my son's wardrobes, right? It always annoys me, though, that a stylist to the stars gets to say what's what in shoe wear – are we celebrities? Are our shoe wear needs the same ? No! So here are some of Emily Neill's picks!
So first, I have to say I bought these lovely shoes in teal from Zappos (they have more colors than Piperlime) and they are as fabulous as they look— AND comfortable! (if you are used to wearing heels, that is) – the 1 inch stack on the footbed really lowers the feel of the heel – they make your feet look great!
That said, I have not seen boots this season that made me feel that feeling. But here are some basic good ones, to start up your boot wardrobe.
Can you tell I love reds shoes? Wine red mary jane, can't be beat! It's the little style details that count, like rouching! By Tahiri. And next: The adorable t-strap for those of you who love to wear skirts and tights in the fall and winter and don't default to the uniform..aren't these edible? And then there's….
Stop gawking and get shopping!
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For a very versatile pencil skirt, check out this khaki version by Cheap Monday. A pencil skirt emphasizes curves, so it's actually good for the hips, but doesn't work so well if you've got thicker thighs or a lot in the trunk. With the thicker banded top and just a bit of elasten, this will do well to mask some tummy as it sculpts you into an hour glass. Wear it to work with a fitted jacket, or pair it with a tank and flipflops!
I always say there's nothing like a great coat to pick up an otherwise hum drum winterized wardrobe, so while it's still chilly but not quite winter anymore, take the opportunity to build your coat wardrobe with a classic trench. The Spring trenches are in and ripe for the picking, so go get yourself one before the season's picks are picked over and gone! My rules of thumb, keep it simple: a single button placket will work for most (rather than double breasted), self-cinching belt is always best, if you can get contouring through the waist with darts, all the better for creating that desirable silhouette, watch out for extra (bulking)flaps and ill-placed and fussy pockets, and by all means, take the opportunity to import some fun color into your wardrobe!
Now take cover and get thee to the trenches!