VACATION SHOES

I just came back from vacation where I took two pairs of brand new, unworn shoes. I never do this.

In fact I always tell customers to break-in a new pair before leaving. I usually suggest wearing them just like a pair of sneakers: do errands in them, vacuum the house, do dishes, clean the living room. The point being, if you wear them while being active they'll get broken-in and your feet will adjust, thus making walking through an airport and standing in a taxi line feel like a breeze.

I've been selling shoes and preaching my "break-in before vacation" mantra for a long-time. And then I broke my own rule...

It was the day before I left for Palm Springs and I realized I didn't have the right shoes. I wanted a wedge I could dress-up with jeans or wear with shorts. I also needed a basic sandal for heading to the pool. Could I possibly bring two unworn shoes on vacation?

I planed on flying in an airplane, drinking cocktails, sitting in the sun, walking to dinner (think MAJOR swelling), could I find a wedge and sandal that could stand the test?

This ended up working out so well I had to blog about it.

Splendid
Madrid

For my sandal I got the Splendid “Madrid." It was my perfect pool, shorts, rolled up jeans, tanks, and t’s shoe. There is something very sophisticated and chic about this flip-flop. I'm actually getting a backup pair. I am seriously SMITTEN. Some of you might recognize the name Splendid and think of the dreamy T-shirt line? Yes, it's the same one - this is their first season with shoes and they are just as dreamy!

Sixty Seven
Moka Love

For the wedge I picked a new brand for Miss Meers called Sixty Seven. The wedge I chose is called "Moka Love" (Where the heck do they come up with these names?). It's made in Spain of Italian leathers, those same luxurious leathers line the inside. Its simple, but elegant, which for me a wedge hasn’t quite ever been able to be. It has a perfect platform, so while it's tall, my foot isn't at an unreasonable pitch. The color is dark and rich, but also very easy to wear with spring colors. I loved it with shorts, but also was comfortable in a wide-leg jean and flowy tank.

While I can’t say that my “break-in before vacation” mantra has totally changed, I can tell you that there are SOME shoes that can be worn for the first time without any issues!


Posted by Meera
MissMeer Eugene

READY FOR SPRING

There's nothing like a great platform wedge to catapult my wardrobe from winter to spring. The second my eyes catch a glimpse of sunlight, the message seems to run through me, and immediately my toes demand to be released from their hibernation in a sea of leather-boots and wool socks.

Jessica Simpson Cocoa

The Jessica Simpson "Cocoa" provides the perfect new home for them. Come in yourself and see how if your toes love 'em as much. Be warned though, at $99 I have a feeling they're going to go fast.

I always love a peep toe to reveal the season's first pedicure (check out Essie's "Cute As a Button").

Nanette Lepore Blazer

Cocoa's trio of colors is the perfect compliment to all the bright shades of garments I plan on pulling out; first and foremost, a great green blazer, such as this one by Nanette Lepore...

The soft leather and linen are a perfect contrast to strong materials and bold colors, as provided by these warm-tone accessories (see below).

Easy to dress up or down, the Cocoa is a great choice for both a picnic in the park or dinner on the patio of a quaint new restaurant you're trying (provided they have heat lamps :) ).


Accessories:

Essie Polish

Cara Bangles

Kate Spade
Sunglasses

Kendra Scott
Earrings

Robert Rodriquez
Waist Belt

Milly Satchel

Posted By Kaelee
Miss Meers Eugene