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!
Celebrate Warmer Weather With Turquoise!
by Anna Yu
Mar 26, 2010 12:17 PM PDT
When Pantone announced that turquoise (Pantone 15-5519 TCX to be exact) was to be the color of 2010, I was more than excited. Turquoise has always reminded me of vacationing in laid back destinations such as Morocco or the American South West. Best of all, turquoise is a flattering color for all skin tones! You can go for a bold look by choosing something like the BDG Basic Knit Tank Dress from Urban Outfitters with a stylish black leather jacket and boots. If you're looking to use turquoise as a pop of color, check out the Ribbon Chain Bag from Topshop as a source of inspiration. Of course, you can also look slightly outside the box to turquoise beauty products too. I'm in love with the Shu Uemura Painting Eye Liner in Vivid Blue that will make your peepers stand out in the crowd. Click on the slideshow to see more turquoise looks!
