10 Basket Weave Shoes That Are Made For Summer!
by Alex Gambardella
May 28, 2010 12:52 PM PDT
I know Easter was like, over a month ago, but hear me out! Basket-inspired shoes are totally fashion-forward for the summer months ahead! A looser basket weave boasts chic cut-outs for maximum breathability for the hot weather to come, like these super-high wedges by Sam Edelman, while tighter-woven patterns like in these Cole Haan metallic pumps provide more texture than your typical solid heels. Woven shoes, whether in the form of casual flat sandals or a summer take on edgy peeptoe booties, seem to have a sort of automatic earthy vibe and give an extra dose of effortlessness to a meticulously-planned outfit. There's a laidback, sort of "homemade" feel about them, in a cool way that you'd never be able to pull off if you actually tried to weave your own sandals! For further inspiration on how to get your weave on this summer, scope out my slideshow for my 10 favorite woven flats, sandals, and booties!
Spring Trenches For Lightweight Yet Stylish Coverage
by Alex Gambardella
Apr 19, 2010 10:37 AM PDT
Ah, April. Aside from being known as dreaded tax season (thank God that's over!), it's also a time of unexpected in-between weather that seemingly can't decide between leftover winter cold and premature heat waves. And then we have the April showers, of course. So instead of attempting to predict the unpredictable (my Macbook weather widget is almost as useless as Karen from "Mean Girls" when it comes to accurate forecasts) and either lugging a heavy coat around or risking freezing to death by bringing no jacket all, opt for a happy medium by rocking a spring trench! Think cropped versions, fresh prints, or lightweight linen -- styles that still allow you to embrace the season at hand, but still provide practical coverage and warmth for when you need it! Take a look at the slideshow for my 10 favorite spring-friendly trench coats!
