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Think about it. Shoes can tell you a lot about the person wearing them. More than clothes, more than their dog, and more than their car. Shoes are the ultimate personality give away. I mean, you probably wouldn’t see me walking around in Nikes (unless of course it is a costume party in which case it would be completely normal). Rather, I might be seen wearing a pair of Tory Burch flats, Havianna flip flops, or depending on the location some very high heels. If someone were to look at my feet before they continued up my body to look at my clothes and my face, they would probably have already guessed I would be dressed nicely and might have a cute face. But maybe I’m a bad example..
Let’s talk about a larger, clearly unfashionable girl grinding on Bobby Bottle Service at a Les Deux, you might expect her shoes to be classless: clearly inexpensive “leather” material, probably WAY too bright a color, and slightly trashed due to “going out” excessively at these yucky, totally last week clubs. Since we are confident it’s not Kelly Osbourne (she has more class than to be at Les Deux and she wouldn’t be considered the “larger” girl .. way to go with the weight loss Kelly), the shoes clearly define the girl wearing them.
Classifications:
Birkenstocks, etc. = hippy or someone who thinks fashion <>
Premier Designer shoes that don’t have designer logos all over them = classy, rich people
Premier Designer shoes that DO have logos all over them = want to seem classy but don’t but are probably rich
Converse = could be anyone. Around 60% of Americans have owned (or claimed to own) a pair of converse in their lifetime and you really can’t classify 60% of Americans into one category..
Designer shoes =girls who are working on finding funds for designer but are probably young so doing alright.
“Designer” shoes that have logos EVERYWHERE= people I can’t stand.. It’s like, instead of buying Coach shoes with C’s all over them for 150 dollars, buy two pairs of cute flats that aren’t awkward.. We know you’re not buying logo shoes because you think they’re comfortable. You don’t look cool. And stop pretending G and C stand for premium designers because they don’t, Thanks.. and sorry for that rant.
Tennis shoes = sports players or (obviously) people who work out (or want to seem like they work out)
Flip Flops = beachy people, lazy people, or not morning people (just throw them on and go, hoping they look ok with your outfit).. Haviannas are the best for that.
Wedges = girls who want to wear heels but need a sturdier “base” when they’re drunk. Please leave the wedges in their boxes until April, thanks.
Honestly, guys are exactly the same way but a tiny bit more difficult to distinguish. If you have ugly shoes guys, don’t wear them please. It is so unattractive and SUCH a reflection of who you are as a person. Sneakers you’ve had for 3 years and continue to wear need to go buh-bye. Dress shoes with too square a toe are not flattering (YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE). Inside a dress shoe, your foot does not look like a slab of meat. So stop shoving them in these giant shoes because you think that's what it's supposed to look like.A shoe should be narrower in the front than the back. Plan your shoe shopping accordingly.
Nikes are a different story.. Basketball players can wear whatever they want. Skateboarders, go for some 6.0s. But it’s when you get into the obnoxious colors, patterns and super high-tops that you seem a little ridiculous. And everyone can tell. Ew.
Anyways, this turned into Me just talking about everything I hate. Sorry I’m not sorry.
Don't be fooled by appearances.. This blog is about sunglasses.
That's Paul (read about him in my Later Days post). Those are his abs---I mean new Marc Jacobs Aviators. They're great, right? A pair like this will put you back over $200 dollars, but our Paulie Wally is a bargainister and bought them off of someone's face. Literally.
As the days get sunnier and sunnier, it is obviously more comfortable to block out some of the light. Sunglasses protect the eyes from UV rays that can cause cataracts and other eye damage. Although this depends on how much time you spend in direct sunlight, it's a GREAT excuse to buy a pair of shades!
So, more on Paulie Dub.. As he explains, "my glasses are classic and sporty because they're smaller than the average aviator but still have the original style frame." I think he is exactly right. AND, unlike some aviators whose lenses are barely a shade darker than an eyeglass lens, these provide more protection to his eyes! If you see him around the streets of Calabadass in his Z4 convertible, he'll for sure be cruisin' in style with these puppies! You just can't go wrong with MJ.
Random fact: did you know that Marc Jacobs is Creative Director of Louis Vuitton? Phenomenal.
My favorite sunglass designer is Tom Ford. Although the glasses are getting slightly more chic every year, the Tom Ford classic shape remains the same and (I swear) looks good on any face shape. I mean, take a look at Timmy (yes, a grown man named Timmy, not Tim).. He looks fabulous in my last season Tom Fords, and if he can pull them off, girls, you can pull them off. And check out their sexy new ad campaign! Loves it.
Well, I'm waiting for Cielo's Boyfie Tayo to come drink Skinny Bitch margaritas at the pool with me, so I'd better go put my swimsuit on! I'll be sure to wear my sunglasses ;)
Just a reminder, Don't forget to wear sunscreen every day! Skin cancer is a huge trend right now (ha) and I know you've seen those crazy 30 year old women who look like they're 65 after forgetting SPF their whole life. I recommend spray tanning if you want a sun kissed glow. DON'T go to Desert Sun.. they are SO expensive and Mystic tan makes you orange and streaky. I go to Jordan Reghetti for my spray tans.. She's amazing and it's only $35 dollars! One mystic at Desert Sun can be $45+... You might as well get a personalized spray tan for less money that lasts longer and is much better for your skin. So there.
At the moment, I'm enjoying a GREAT lecture on the difference between generic and brand name food. Huhhh? It has only been 31 minutes since class started and I'm falling asleep. I want to be outside but, even though I'm aware this degree I'm getting is only an expensive accessory and not a necessity, I HAVE TO STAY IN CLASS. Dilemma? I think so.
Here's what I think: the gorgeous sunny day I'm being forced to miss out on is only a great excuse to figure out my summer wardrobe! I get a glare on my computer screen when the sun shines on it anyway.. I'm SO smart.
First off, my Siwy cutoff shorts and Tory tie-dye-ish shorts are going to be well worn by the time fall rolls around. I'm loving this for my Siwys (they're grey and pink and sound ugly but are TOTALLY cute). I don't know if it's the 15 lbs I gained freshman year or what, but I'm totally into loose sweaters. I like this because A. it's baggy (we've already gone over this), B. it's holey so you can wear it over your b-suit (Zuma beach is always pretty windy), C. a long sleeve underneath + leggings + boots = HOT!
Did I say bathing suit? Let's chat. Last summer I got this great Maya swimsuit thinking I would get skinny again and wear it (it's a Brazilian bottom.. oh no). Weight loss did not happen and this pretty pink suit has barely been worn. So, I'm hanging it up in a very obvious location at Cielo and every time I see it will force myself to do 100 crunches. Seriously.. I WILL be able to wear this bathing suit by May 1st. Speaking of bathing suits, gimme gimme (both the suit and the body, please).
It's kind of nice interning at a showroom because while I steam things I become familiar with certain styles I will be seeing in stores in the future season. Before we got in fall styles a few weeks ago, summer consisted of a lot of studs, some hippie looking items (cutoff shorts and some flowy dresses with floral prints), STRIPES, burnout (my fav were some Bobi burnout leggings with a scrunched bottom-way cute), and very romantic/sexy/tight dresses and skirts. While dressing the mannequins one day I put together a pair of Costa Blanca dark grey cutoff shorts with studs on the pockets with a sheer floral print peasant top and it was really cute.. you never expect different "genres" to go well together but I focused on it and have to admit, my mannequins were hot.
OMG. If you're ever in downtown LA, you HAVE to get a salmon burger from Market Cafe. Sorry, I swear I have ADD..
Anyways, what I absolutely had to have for summer (and bought already, whoopsies) is a red purse. I got this cute hobo from Tory Burch (who would've thought??) that has a huge fringe tassel. SO soft, SO adorable, and reasonably priced. I originally wanted the Rebecca Minkoff Mini Rikki because it can be worn cross body (so great right now) but fell in love (mine doesn't have the tan) when I went to visit my mom at Tory. I guess I'll have to wait on my cross body.. :/
Another thing I want right now is a jean jacket. I haven't had one since my freshman year in high school, but I like this one. Not that this thought is relevant, but I'm so NOT in love with military-theme clothing that is coming around.. Noooo thank you.
I have successfully been avoiding listening to my professor for an hour and 28 minutes now.. I'm so good at what I do :)
Well, see yah.
PS.. April 2nd = LATER DAYS at Canyon Club. I have tickets so let me know if anyone wants them!
As most of you know, I am on spring break. Yes, it is barely March and yes, it has basically been raining since I was finished with class last week, but regardless, I am on Spring Break and (complete with spray tan) living it up.
My travels thus far have been to SLO with the girls >> LA >> Davis with my best, and I'm off to NJ in the morning!!!
I'm from San Luis Obispo. I loved growing up there and appreciate it so much every time I come home. With such a slower pace than LA, it's fun to take a break every few months and see my favorite people and my favorite places.
Here are just a few of them..
Coverings. If you've been there, you know that it's amazing. If you haven't, it sucks to be you. Being my first employer at the ripe age of 17, I have a special connection to the Cov Girls and I LOVE visiting. There is always the perfect assortment of dressier clothes, casual clothes, jeans, loungewear, accessories, and shoes. Seriously, it's like being at disneyland for the fashionable (but maybe a little more expensive).
Ellie, Heather, and I went in (on Heather's day off nonetheless) and I made some fabulous purchases with help from my personal shopper Miss Brooke Franklin:
Ella Moss Racerback with a hot knitted front
Hero Crane Gauze Vest
J Brand Denim leggings (yeah I know, I'm obsessed)
Vince Long Sleeve ADORRRRABLE top
Blank Denim skirt that I've wanted for at least 2 weeks (I saw it in a picture and forced Ellie to help me find it)
Siwy shorts that are tie dye gray and pink!
Later, Heather and I prepared for a night on the town at our gorgeous Dolphin Bay Villa. Since it IS Spring Break, I/Mark's CC felt it was necessary to have a room on the beach. Not only is the restaurant (Lido) one of the best brunches I have had on the cliffs at Shell Beach, but the Resort was beautiful and I will definitely be going back when the sun comes out. Continuing my amazing day, Heath and I headed to Novo for dinner on the creek IN THE POURING RAIN (my favorites on the menu are the calamari and spring rolls.. NUMMMMS)and then to DTB for music and drinks.
And there you have it, a few of my favorite places in beautiful SLO. But there's one more thing Elise and Ellie would KILL me if I didn't mention in my list of favs: The Madonna Inn. Without fail, the three of us always manage to find our hungover way to Madonna after a night out for a delicious breakfast in the Copper Cafe. I don't know what it is, the pink sugar or multicolored goblets that just make a hangover go buh-bye, but something just does the trick. Also, our birthdays are simply incomplete without a Madonna Inn Cake (Ellie's signature is Black Forest and mine is Pink Champagne.. Definitely a must-try if you're in the area).
Well, I'm off get some beauty rest for my big day in the air tomorrow. More to come on Spring Break in a few days!
