Wedge Shoes / Sandals from Zara

I'm always comfortable wearing flat shoes over heels. However, there are times that I need to wear heels and even wedge shoes to pair with whatever outfit that I will wear for the day of for a particular occasion. Every woman should really have high heeled shoes in her closet. These days, I like to wear wedge shoes for it can add some height on me. Being a flat 5' tall petite lady, I need to have some height as well and I can only achieve that by wearing shoes with heels or wedge.

Just love these wedges from ZARA and hoping to get one soon for I am itching to wear one this summer.


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Open-toe Platform Wedges for Modern Women

Women can never have too many shoes and these days, wedge shoes are one of the favorite type of shoes that women buy. Wedge shoes have thick heels that gives more support and comfort when worn. They often come in different styles and height that can match any outfit. Materials can be made of pure genuine or synthetic leather, canvas, cloth, velvet and more.

Some styles include patterns like floral, stripes or camouflage for women who loves a bolder style. Solid colored wedges will always be available for more classic look but combination of colors or color blocking can also been seen on some styles. If you have some money to spend,why not splurge on a branded or signature platform wedges but get ready to pay for extra $ on the prices. However, if you're budget kinda gal who always love to find good and quality wedge shoes, then there are more affordable open-toe platform wedge sandals that will not break your bank.

These open-toe platform wedge sandals not only can make you look chic and fab but they also can give added height to those women who want few inches more in their height. Wedge sandals can be worn on casual or formal attire depending on the style and can be a great alternative to stilettos and high heeled shoes.

Here's how you can wear your wedge shoes

~~Images from Polyvore.com~~~
To semi formal

Trending Types of Pump Shoes

Pump shoes are among the most common and popular types of shoes worn by many women. They are also the most difficult types of shoes to define. They can be described as closed back shoes, with their front being low-cut hitting close to the toes that at the top of the foot. Classic pump shoes have a vamp, which is seamless, are unlaced, unbuckled, and also unstrapped. However, there are other silhouettes that have ankle straps, Mary Jane straps, or t-straps. These shoes can also have the toes open, pointy, round, almond, and square or peep. Their heels can be of any height. There are a number of types, which include the following:

The Classic Pump
These are usually made from patent or natural leather material and normally are available in many colors and are an ideal type of shoe for everyday duties. Classic pump shoes are usually worn for various occasions including work, a night out in the town, or in casual gatherings, which require that the participants wear semi casual clothes. Their heels are usually between three and five inches high and the front design is a closed toe.

Open-Toe Pump

Open-Toe pumps usually are open at the front where the toes are exposed. Similar to the classic pumps, their heels measure between 3 inches and five inches. Some also have open sides. This is not an ideal type of shoe to be worn casual events. They are most suitable for the places of work where the type of attire required is semi-professional.

Sling-Back Pump
One characteristic that identifies the sling-back pumps is the leather straps, which are usually located around the back and the top of the ankle. These pumps are usually worn in semi casual gatherings and also in places of work. The sling-back pump can be designed with open sides or open toes. Again, the height of the sling-back heels usually measure from three inches to five inches.

Kitten Heel Pump
A kitten heel is usually slender and is commonly found on sandals. However, these heels can also be made on pumps. The size of these heels is slightly smaller than the previously mentioned pumps. They measure between one and a half inches to two inches. These heels were invented in the mid twentieth century and their popularity was attributed to their usage by actress Audrey Hepburn.

High-Heel Pump

This is the most common and also the most worn type of pump worn. Their heels are the highest of all the pumps type of shoes with the height measuring from four inches to eight inches. They are the ideal type of shoes for a night out or dinner dates. They are usually designed with various types of jewelry or they may be etched. They are of the open toe type and the heels may be thick or thin. High-heeled pumps are usually suitable with dresses but they are not appropriate for the place of work.

The different types of pumps can also be worn with different types of socks such as the knee-high socks, ankle socks, lace socks, and thigh-high socks. It is important to consider the size of heels one is comfortable with before wearing pumps to avoid tripping over.

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Hip and Fashionable Rainboots that are Ready for the Rain

This rainy season is making me crazy! The non-stop rain coupled with floods are keeping me confined at home most of the times. Rainy days are gloomy and sometimes depressing for many but it's also a great time to stay at the house to rest, read your fave book, sip a warm chocolate or coffee, play Candy Crush, update your blog, sleep, or even think about what to wear the next day.

Some fashionistas are unstoppable even if it's raining and muddy outside. I believe some are even excited to go out so that they can show off their new coat and fashionable rainboots with different colors and patterns. It's also practical to wear plastic sandals/shoes and rainboots because they are waterproof and can easily be washed with water. I'm sure you don't want your pumps or fave shoes drained in flood waters or mud.

Found these cute rainboots at ReadyforRain.com

Savanna Php2,250.00 / Alexis Php2,250.00

Puppy Love Php2,399.00 / Berry Stripey Php1,200.00

7 Printed Ballet Flats Under $100

I know a lot of women who love to wear pumps or high heels shoes for they feel so stylish and fashionable. It's true, those killer shoes with 3-5 inches of heels can make any women feel sexy and tall especially those that need a boost in their height. However, wearing those high heels shoes all the time or everyday can hurt your feet and legs for your weight can really get  into your feet when you are wearing one for long period of time.

Anyway,  nothing beats a shoe that can make you feel comfortable when walking for long periods of time and flat shoes are always my bet. I love flat shoes that I normally buy them from time to time.

Any woman should own flat shoes in her closet, not only it can easily be paired with jeans, skirt, shorts, and dress, flat shoes can also make your outfit fab. Don't just settle wearing only one neutral block colors for you can always experiment with different colors and patterns.

Here are ballet flats under $100 that I found via Polyvore, a drab outfit can make it fab when you wear a splash of colors and patterns. Check out these cuties.

 

C Wonder ballet flat
3,095 PHP - cwonder.com

TOMS ballet flat
3,490 PHP - toms.com

Sperry Top Sider ballet flat
4,330 PHP - sperrytopsider.com

French Follies ballet flat
840 PHP - bluefly.com

Iron Fist ballet flat
2,210 PHP -  $50.00 heels.com

Ann Taylor ballet flat
3,445 PHP - $78.00  - anntaylor.com

Puma shoes
3,975 PHP - puma.com

Finding Shoes For Narrow Feet

There are many shapes and sizes of women. From clothes to shoes, getting the right fit will provide more comfort, giving you a better experience on both your body and your feet.

Why is it important to find the right fit? Finding the right fit for shoes is essential. Shoes that are too wide are going to slip off of the feet and create uncomfortable pressure on the toes, or blisters on the heels. Getting the right fit ensures a comfortable and healthy walk.

What are some of the tips you should use when shopping for women’s narrow shoes?

Be Cautious of Shopping Online
Despite the fact that there are online shoe stores that specialize in types of shoes, like narrow shoes for women's feet -- it's important to try on the shoes in person.

Get Familiar with Brands
Get familiar with certain brands of shoes, as it's going to ease the shopping trip. Finding versatile brands with shoes that go from day to night and shoes for casual and special occasions make it easy to go shopping, and even order online (as long as you are familiar with the sizing and the brand of shoes).

Shop Sales
Since narrow shoes limit the selection available to you while shopping, it's going to be more important than ever to shop through the sales. Shop at the end of the season and sign up for communication from your favorite stores and brands that stock specialty shoes for women; helping to stay within budget.

Try Them On


Instead of visiting the store to try on a pair of shoes for size, give yourself a chance to walk around the store a few times in the shoes. Most women try on their shoes while sitting down, basing their opinion on foot using the appearance and feeling of the shoes without ever walking around. Spend a few minutes walking around the store in the shoes to determine not only how they fit, but also how they feel while they're actually being worn.

Check the Return Policy
What is the return policy of the store where the shoes are being purchased? You're going to want to choose a store that allows you the chance to return the shoes in the case they don't work or are the wrong fit once they've been worn. Most stores require the tags to be attached to the shoes and the shoes to be unworn outside. Keep this in mind and try on the shoes again, walking around at home, to make sure that you've found the right fit.

Don't Forget About Support
Narrow feet require support throughout the arches -- especially in the case that the shoes are going to be used for sports. Choose high quality shoes with support throughout to reduce the chance of injury and ensure comfort while the shoes are being worn.

Shopping for women's narrow shoes doesn't have to be difficult. Finding the right store, the right brand and the right type of shoe that works for your fit is half the battle.

The Perfect Summer Sandals from Aldo

Summer is the time to wear sandals for a more comfy walk and travel. I personally love wearing sandals and flip flops for my feet can really relax when I shop or walk for a long time.

It's also fun to wear shorts with cute tank tops and dresses and paired it with a nice colorful sandals that can readily match our outfits.  You can never go wear with sandals as they can give comfort and can be fashionable as well. With your toes being exposed while wearing sandals, try to do some nail cleaning all the time as it can easily become dirty. A nice nail polish that can make your nails look pretty clean is also a sign that you care not just your fashion but also your hygiene.

I've been browsing the net all the time hoping to find some good finds and I found myself browsing through ALDO's online catalgoue this morning. While looking at the various styles and colors of their sandals, my eyes feasted on them.

Here are some perfect summer sandals from aldo that are so versatile. They can easily paired with your favorite maxi skirt or dress or a cute pair of shorts.

FitFlop Philippines Branches / Stores

I’ve seen a lot of people wearing FitFlop sandals and I think it looks chic and comfy. It’s just sad to note that there are imitations or fake ones being sold everywhere: Greenhills, tiangge and even in markets for as low as P350 only yay, where in fact a genuine costs P3K up. Honestly I was once tempted to buy an imitation but when I fitted it, it looks like it would not last and might even hurt my feet in the long run.

I will just save so I can buy my very first FiFlop sandals soon. I browsed their FB page www.facebook.com/FitFlopPhilippines and found these beautiful styles. I hope one day I can own even just one pair.






You can buy FitFlop at various FitFlop Philippines Branches

FitFlop SM Mall of Asia	+63(2) 576-9182
FitFlop Kiosk Alabang Town Center
FitFlop Kiosk Robinson's Ermita
FitFlop Kiosk TriNoma
Jump TriNoma
Jump Greenbelt 5
Jump Bonifacio High Street
Shoe Salon TriNoma	+63(2) 916-6852
Shoe Salon Podium	+63(2) 687-4244
Shoe Salon Shangri-La	+63(2) 633-5204
Shoe Salon Alabang Town Center	+63(2) 850-5145
Shoe Salon Glorietta	+63(2) 894-3567
Shoe Salon Rockwell	+63(2) 898-1298
Shoe Salon Robinsons Ermita	+63(2) 404-0225
Shoe Salon Mall of Asia	+63(2) 556-0155
Juego
Duty Free Philippines	+63(2) 879-4222
PHILIPPINES: PROVINCIAL
FitFlop Kiosk Ilo-ilo
FitFlop SM City Cebu	+63(32) 268-0087
Chimes Specialty store Davao
Bettina's Boutique Cagayan de Oro
Mix Boutique Bacolod	+63(34) 441-1488
Lonely Planet Boracay
Sports Hub Sta. Rosa
Lee Plaza Mall Dumaguete
Lee Plaza Mall Dipolog
Gaisano Mall General Santos
Signature Brands SBMA
City Beach SBMA
Stand and Stride
Pop Tags Palawan
also available at Bratpack and R.O.X.stores

Trending: Ballet / Ballerina Flats with Straps

Ballet flats never go out of style, but designers are refreshing the footwear classic with a charming new twist: straps! Whether they’re grosgrain, chain link or studded, Polyvore members are in love with these updated pieces and we think you will be, too. Check out a few of the pairs that the community is wrapped up in right now. Accdg. to Polyvore Editorial.

I love wearing flats anytime and anywhere so I can see myself wearing one of this soon. Love that Zara nude flats made of goat leather and that Valentino Rockstud ballerina with swarovski rhinestones is to die for! The snake skin print from Milly add some interest on your flats and I bet these are all comfy to wear too.

Jeans & Shoes Guide - Perfectly Paired Up

Have you experienced that you already have your outfit but you don't know what shoes to wear? They say that shoes can make or break any outfit so you must know what to pair.

Well, here's a great guide that we can all use to match our jeans to our shoes.

Source: style-n-naina.com via Marie on Pinterest

House Slippers in Style

At home, I always see to it that I wear house slippers for I just hate the feeling of walking barefoot. Our flooring is made of marble tiles so it’s kinda cold when you have no slippers on. Slippers can also protect us from dust, wet floor if you spill any and it’s just like walking outside I feel naked without it at home. And with the cool weather creeping in it would be nice to have comfy house slippers that can warm my feet.

I was more than happy to find Dear Foams for they have wide array of house slipper not just for women and kids but also house slippers for men. It varies from open toe, mary jane, clog, bootie, ballerina, boater moc, file cuff, thong and peep toe. There are just too many colors, designs  and styles to choose from.

Here are some of their super comfy house slippers in style. Don’t you just love wearing slippers when if it is soft, comfortable and stylish? I don’t mind wearing them all day at the house.

 With many years in bsiness in selling original foam cushioned slippers and other footwear, Dear Foams has mastered the art of providing comfort through their footwear that only provides the best cushioning to their customer’s feet. Apart from that, they also offer sleepwear and accessories.

Now that the temperature is dropping everyday on many parts of the world, don’t forget to keep your feet warm and cozy!

My Great Finds at Blue Fly

Lately, I’m in my shopping mode once again and I have to say that  I’ve been buying lots of stuff for the house and for myself this year and it’s not even Christmas yet. One of the online shopping stores that I frequent is Blue Fly. Why not? Aside from having wide assortment of products that are affordable, it is also the home for designer products like Prada, Gucci, Fendi, Cole Haan, Marc Jacobs just to name a few.

My eyes are literally feasting will all the items that I see there such as bags, shoes, accessories, clothing and more. It’s also very helpful for me to browse around the store even if I’m not going to shop for I can see the latest trends and find another item that I can put on my wish list. I know that sale will come by so it’s also great for all shopaholics like me to grab that steal.

Here are just some of the items that caught my attention and if my budget will be right on track once again; these items definitely will go on my shopping cart. For now, they are just on my wish list.

1. Gucci canvas 'Sukey' shoulder bag for $636. Now, I’m drooling, this will be perfect on my shoulders for sure! Hehe.


2. Cassia thong sandals by Michael Kors for $357. Perfect for summer and for my quick errands. Love the turquoise color and the python leather.

3. Raleigh small tote by Cole Haan It’s only sale for $209 right now. The raspberry color is definitely an eye-catcher and the pebbled leather is to die for. Just love Cole Haan for their bags are very durable.



4. Studded T-Strap Sandals for $195. The 3 1/2 “ heels will give the extra height that I need.

Actually, I still found more items that I love but I’m keeping them next time for my new list. Now, I better start saving, but knowing the shopping diva in me, I know I can’t resist buying one of them before Christmas. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Cole Haan Aimee Ballet Espadrilles are Here

When I go shopping, do quick errands or go to places where I need to do a lot of walking, I have to make sure that I’ll wear comfortable shoes. I’ll regret wearing an ill-fitting or not so comfy shoes when I’ll do those tasks. I love wearing flats, sandals or sometimes rubber shoes when needed. Espadrilles are also comfortable to wear and lately I have seen them back in fashion.

Summer is the perfect time to wear them and I have to say that these Aimee Ballet Espadrilles by Cole Haan looks comfortable. I might have to try it one day. It is sold for $98 at colehaan.com and available in 5 bright colors.