BOOTIE-LICIOUS

Posted by Sam & Carly

Miss Meers Bridgeport

Fall is officially alive and well here in Oregon! While we're likely to have one or two golden days of sunshine left, it's only a matter of time before those gorgeous cloudy skies settle in for good. This time of year calls for a huge shift in seasonal outfitting- which, for us shoe lovers, means all new trends to fall in love with!

This years most popular style? The bootie. These beauties are popping up everywhere, and hopefully will never go out of style. Yet, despite their popularity, here at Miss Meers we still get quite a few questions about them. "What could I wear them with?"/"What about when the seasons change?" /"Are these too young for me?" are the ones that come up the most often. So, I thought what better way to help all you ladies out with your outfitting questions than to give you a few examples of just how versatile this amazing style can be?

When it comes to outfitting a bootie, the possibilities are endless. Classically, you can't go past teaming them with a pair of skinny jeans, cuffed just above the top of the boot. For a more polished look, style them with a cigarette pant that finishes just at the ankle. Or, to make them a little more feminine, pair them with your favorite dress or skirt combination. Any length looks absolutely darling, and when the weather gets colder, just throw a pair of warm tights underneath. As for next year when the weather starts to heat back up again, this style lends itself so nicely to shorter skirts and rompers, light layers & classic denim styles. Regardless of what age you are, there's an outfit combination that can make this style work for you. To give you some inspiration, here are a few of our favorite booties from our shelves at Miss Meers and ways to wear them no matter what season of life you're in.

1. Jeffrey Campbell "Oriley"

2. Matisse "Galveston"

3. Frye "Sacha Moto"

4. Dolce Vita "Juneau"

Hopefully this gives you all kinds of inspiration for how to outfit your own pair of booties! No matter how you wear them, booties are a guarantee that you'll always be stepping out in style. Got a pair of your own from one of our stores? Show us how you outfit them! We'd love to see your take on things. 

SAY "I DO" TO THE SHOE!

Posted by Carly

Miss Meers Bridgeport

The first time I ever came into a Miss Meers was with my best friend to help her pick out a pair of shoes for her wedding day. Now as an employee, I have helped countless brides find that perfect pair to walk down the aisle in. Summer is wedding season in Oregon (because it is the only time of year you can ALMOST count on it not to rain) so now is the perfect time to start looking for that perfect shoe for your dream wedding!

Every bride has her own unique bridal style. The trick to picking out the perfect wedding shoe is finding something that isn't just pretty, but that fits into your whole wedding vision. Not engaged? Me neither. Just play pretend! Here are some of my favorite summer wedding shoes, and I included the rings I would wear them with because who can resist a little sparkle?



The Vintage Bride - Seychelles "Quiz Show"
Is your favorite book The Great Gatsby? Do you often find yourself wearing long strands of pearls and swing dancing? This is definitely the shoe for you. The low heel and t-strap give it a little vintage flare and the rose gold keeps it dressy. It would look PERFECT with this vintage engagement ring on your finger and a birdcage veil.

The Beach Bride - Tkees Highlighters

You live in a bikini and feel as if you belong in the water. You didn't wear high heels to your senior prom, so why start now? Tkees are dressier than your average flip flop, and the silver on this pair will sparkle beautifully in the sunset. An engagement ring with a pop of blue will make you stand out, and coordinate with the ocean!

The "Bling" Bride - Jeffrey Campbell "Gaby Jewell"
Who says glitter isn't a color? A bling bride is all about one thing: sparkle. If this giant ring isn't enough for you, complete your bridal look with the Jeffrey Campbell Gaby Jewell. This shoe could only be more bedazzled if you dipped it in glue and rolled it in glitter.

The Nontraditional Bride - Dolce Vita "Henlie"
Who says a bride has to wear white on her wedding day? Its your day. Don't be afraid to be yourself. This Dolce Vita is perfect for the edgy bride who wants to dress up but not look too traditional. Oh, but being nontraditional doesn't mean you don't get a diamond. How gorgeous is this black ring?

The Shabby Chic Bride - All Black "Fish Pump"
The Shabby Chic bride, (also known as the "Pinterest" bride) loves to DIY and is looking for that perfect balance of polished feminine pieces and vintage distressed details for her day. At her wedding, you'll find as many mason jars as flowers, and all the lace will be contrasted by burlap. No shoe says shabby chic to me like the All Black "Fish Pump". It has a classically feminine shape, but the fish scale treatment of the leather makes it completely unique. Oh, and ivory will look beautiful with the blush pink on this ring!

BONUS: The Maid of Honor - Seychelles "Like You Mean It"
Don't forget that your bridal party needs cute footwear too! Treat your MOH to something classy and comfortable like they Seychelles "Like You Mean It". The wedge will keep her feet feeling great as she dotes on you all day, and the metallic will help her stand out (without overshadowing the bride of course). A simple heart shaped necklace will remind her how much you love her even if you go a little bridezilla.

DRESS IT UP, DRESS IT DOWN

Posted by Carly

Miss Meers Eugene

At some point in her life, every woman has faced the same problem. Can I justify buying a shoe for a special occasion that I might only wear once? Whether you're looking for a shoe for your wedding or just for a night out, it can be hard to talk yourself into spending money on a fancy shoe that you know will probably end up spending more time in the closet than on your feet.

Now I don't think it has to be that way. The great thing about a fancy shoe is that it can add interest to an otherwise boring outfit. Don't leave those special heels waiting in a box for a worthy occasion, make any day an occasion! Here's some of my favorite fancy shoes and ideas for dressing them up and dressing them down. 

1. Jeffrey Campbell "Gaby Jewel"
This shoe adds just the right amount of sparkle to make any outfit feel special. The jewels are just as at home with a formal dress as they are dressed down with a sweater and skinny jeans.

2. Sam Edelman "Opal"
Leopard print is basically a neutral. The kitten heel on this shoe is comfy enough to wear all night with a cocktail dress or all day with trendy track pants and a dressed down t shirt.

3. Jeffrey Campbell "Brea"
I can never get enough Jeffrey Campbell and the Brea is the perfect example why. I love how it adds sparkle AND color to an otherwise monotone outfit. Here I show peplums two ways. Dress it up with these skinny coated J Brand pants, or go casual with the Current/Elliot boyfriend jean.

4. Dolce Vita "Leka"
Who says a night out on the town requires a pair of pumps? The Dolce Vita "Leka" bootie is sleek enough to wear with a cocktail dress, and casual enough to throw on with your favorite summer dress and go to denim jacket.