[fall shoes]

My favorite season is fall, because of the colors, the fashion, and the weather. Unfortunately, I live in a place where I get none of those things, so I have to create a faux fall to enjoy for myself. This fall, I'm looking forward to new shoes (shocker, I know.) Since I can't wear tall boots, I've chosen ankle boots and warmer materials to add texture and a more 'fall' feel. Here's a peek at what I have in my virtual shopping cart at one of my favorite shoe stores, Aldo.

[boots: grey | olive | beige]

[flats: leopard d'orsay | black d'orsay | leopard]

[heels: grey | leopard | red]

"if your hair is done properly and you're wearing good shoes, you can get away with anything."

- iris apfel

[small haul]

I was going through some cabin fever and had the craving to go out and buy new things. I'm aware this is normal for most women, but for me this only happens every few months. So this weekend, I did just that - I went out and bought new things. Here's a look at my fabulous finds!

These three books were all in the Bargain Priced section at Barnes & Noble. Being from authors I like, I had to buy them! 

[report sandals][leopard sneakers][similar phone case][similar necklace1][similar necklace2]

[similar necklace3][desirable residence][spring fever][last summer]

The black sandals are so comfy and versatile, I couldn't not get them! The leopard sneakers...oh those sneakers. They have teased me since they came out. I couldn't pay the original price for them, so when I saw them for $40 at Nordstrom Rack I just couldn't resist. [Note: you can't find them at Nordstrom Rack online but there were at least 2 pair in every size at my local store. Otherwise, follow the link above to get them at Macy's.] Jewelry is a love of mine and I love expanding my collection, so the gold one from 14th & Union was a keeper and the two from Aldo were 2 for 1! How could I not?

Hope you all have a great week!

"today is a multiple cups of coffee kind of day."

- anonymous

[heels in the real world]

I love shoes. I love shoe shopping. One of the perks of growing up and getting a 'real job,' I thought, would be wearing awesome clothes and beautiful shoes. Of course, that dream was shattered when I realized how uncomfortable walking about a mile every day in high heels really can be. So suddenly, shoe shopping became difficult. You try finding comfortable shoes with more than a kitten heel that actually look decently cute! Not the easiest task. So, while I'd rather buy those gorgeous stilettos I saw at the store, I'm really wearing 'comfort' heels. Here are some suggestions on comfortable, work appropriate, and pretty heels that'll pull you through.

I own these and they're pretty comfortable and walkable! And they also come in nude, navy and red!

 I own these too! They are super comfortable (Life Stride is a comfort brand) and also come in black.

A coworker of mine has these and finds these very comfortable. They're a bit out of my price range and run a bit narrow for my foot, but still worth a try!

Another coworker of mine has these. She really likes them and they also come in black! 

[first pair][second][third][fourth]

There's something incredibly powerful about wearing heels versus flats in the workplace, so I try not to sacrifice that for more comfort. But i'm also reasonable in knowing that I walk about a mile in my heels daily and my feet are not made of the gel material in insoles. So, I have to try a bit harder to find the right shoes.

Hope these helped!

Have a wonderful week!

"I did everything he did, but backwards and in high heels."

- ginger rogers

[summer fashion]

It may sound odd considering I live in Miami, but I'm so excited for summer to be here. Despite the year-round warmth, we try to still dress for the season here. So now that it's finally spring and summer is just around the corner, I can already feel the inner hippie coming out.

I don't go crazy Coachella style, but I'd like to think I become a little conservative boho. Here are a few picks I've either bought already or are on my to-do list.

beaded tank

grey tank

roll up shorts

slim boyfriend capris

tribal print dress

tank dress

green vest

booties

HOW I STYLE THE VEST AND BOOTIES

"people will stare. make it worth their while."

-harry winston

[springing for shoes]

So spring time means fresh pedicures, light clothing and sandals. The funny thing is that it's always hot here anyway, but we don't really wear sandals and wedges until spring comes around. In the spirit of the season [and of a new wardrobe!!!] I went shoe shopping the other day. I DIED with how many things I found [and couldn't afford]. But still. And of course, my forever faithful Nordstrom Rack had some great choices [that I will be back for].

I didn't take any home, but here are my top choices for spring and the beginning of summer!

What shoes will you be buying this spring???

"shoes are a girl's best friend."

-anonymous