Tag: shoes

  • Art to Stand On

    Art to Stand On

    The past few weeks with a newborn have been a bit of a snooze, sartorially speaking. Luckily I have a cute baby to distract from what I’m wearing, but I’ve been rotating through the same few pairs of pants (these were fantastic until near the end of my pregnancy, and now they’re great again post-baby) and mostly rocking the early nursing days standard of a tank and cardigan. It works, but it’s nice to have a fun new pair of shoes from BucketFeet to switch things up a bit!

    Cute Shoes from BucketFeet

    The patterns on each of their shoes are designed by artists (painters, graffiti artists, writers, illustrators, tattoo artists, and so on) from all over the world, bringing a little wearable art to your wardrobe. Eleanor is learning how to tie her shoes, so we picked out a lace up pair for her, too.

    Cute Shoes from BucketFeet

    BucketFeet was launched in 2011 by two strangers who met by chance in Argentina while backpacking. The artists that they collaborate with are based all over the world, but my shoes were designed by Erin Burke, a graphic designer based right here in Chicago! Such a cool connection. Now they have just launched dozens of new styles for the season including mid tops, and brand new holiday low top styles. You can see some of my favorites, below.

    BucketFeet Shoes
    Shoes, Clockwise: DotsRicher Poorer SunCarnivalePindouJason AtienzaDelta

    Cute, right? They’re super comfy, and they have shoes for men, women, and kids. If you’d like a pair for yourself, BucketFeet is offering 25% off your purchase using the code LOVELY25 for the first 25 buyers.

    Cute Shoes from BucketFeet

  • ShoeMint Giveaway

    ShoeMint Giveaway

    I’m working with ShoeMint again today to bring you another fun giveaway. One lucky reader will win the pair of shoes of their choice!

    ShoeMint Sandals

    You remember ShoeMint, yes? It’s a collaboration between Rachel Bilson and stylist Nicole Chavez, manufactured by Steve Madden. The members-only site continually rolls out new styles, so they’re always on-trend, and the site even makes personalized style recommendations for you. Styles start at $79.98 whether you choose fabric, leather, or suede, and they offer free shipping and returns. I’m pretty well set in the flats and heels department but I did need some new sandals for the upcoming warm weather, so I picked the cuties above. I’m gonna rock them with shorts and that loose, white sweater, and the orange necklace I picked it up years ago at a local shop.

    Which pair would you choose? Visit ShoeMint to register for free (no obligation to buy), then pick your favorite pair and leave a comment below with your choice for a chance to win!

    One entry per person, open to US and Canada residents only. Entries will be accepted until midnight CST, April 23. One winner will be chosen at random and notified via email, and they will be noted in this post once confirmed. Good luck!

    p.s. New members save 20% on their first purchase.

  • ShoeMint Giveaway

    ShoeMint Giveaway

    I’m working with ShoeMint today to bring you a fun giveaway. Five lucky readers will each win a pair of shoes of their choice!

    ShoeMint is a members-only site, borne of the collaboration between Rachel Bilson and Steve Madden. They design stylish, high-quality leather and suede shoes (or in various fabrics, if that’s more your thing), and each style is $79.98. Below are the shoes I picked. I’m a flats kind of girl most days and I’ve been wearing those cute gray ones a whole lot, but they have some great heels and boots too.

    ShotMint Shoes

    They’re on top of trends, adding new styles each month, and you get free shipping and returns with each order. Which pair would you choose? Visit ShoeMint to register for free, then pick your favorite pair and leave a comment below with your choice for a chance to win!

    p.s. You can save 20% right now with the promo code 20LUVUS.

    One entry per person, open to US and Canada residents only. Entries will be accepted until midnight CST, January 17. Five winners will be chosen at random and notified va email, and they will be noted in this post once confirmed. Good luck!

    * Congratulations to the winners: Mel, Cora, Barb, Sarah, and Teresa.

  • Shine Bright

    Shine Bright

    Sequin Shoes

    OK, these sequined shoes (seen above on Cupcakes & Cashmere) are amazing. I picked up a pair when J. Crew kept having their “everything is 30% off today only… just kidding — tomorrow too, and probably all of next week” sales before Christmas. I wore them on Christmas Eve, I’ll wear them again on New Year’s Eve, and they’ll be coming with me to Alt Summit. They’re probably a bit much for the grocery store though, yes?

    And speaking of Alt Summit, I’m teaching my online class again for them about What to Wear to Alt. It’s free for Alt attendees, and it’s a fun one! A bunch of people were bummed about not getting in the first time around, so we’re offering it again on January 8. Hear all about the design blogger look (haha) and more.

    p.s. In case you missed it, I put together a post on Babble with five looks for New Year’s Eve, each under $100. That includes the clothes, shoes, bag… everything.

  • Style: January ’12

    Style: January ’12

    I’m squeaking in at the end here with this month’s style post! I had put together two fashion posts earlier in the month, but a few people have been asking for the official January outfit, so here it is. It’s one of my favorites ever, I think.

    p.s. Is it helpful to have the prices listed, or is it distracting? I try to pick from a good range, and I don’t include anything I wouldn’t consider spending my own pennies on.

  • A Little Bench Goes Better With…

    A Little Bench Goes Better With…

    This little bench (which comes in larger size and in three colors) would make the perfect perch to sit and take off your shoes. Bonus points for designating the spot with a cute sign!