shoe shopping

Shoe Shopping: The Perfect Black Pump

January 15, 2024

Not that I need any more shoes, but I could definitely use another go-to black pump (or two) in my closet. Here are the styles I’m lusting over as of late — I honestly can’t pick a favorite! Help a girl out, which are you loving? Let’s shop! [clockwise from top]: Zara, Christian Louboutin, Aldo [...]

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Shoe Shopping: Winter Weather Footwear

January 15, 2024

I had today’s shoe shopping post finished and queued up awhile ago, but when Mother Nature finally slammed Chicago with a snowstorm this past week, I was inspired to round-up and share my favorite winter weather footwear instead. Here’s how I’m planning to bundle up my feet and still look chic this winter: Top [from [...]

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Holiday Wishes (and Wants) from corals + cognacs

December 25, 2023

Merry, merry, fashion fiends! I wanted to first take a moment to wish you a very happy holiday, and then another to reiterate how grateful I have been for your support. In lieu of Sunday’s shoe post, I decided to share my style-saturated Christmas wish list, instead — which is essentially a designer dossier of [...]

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Shoe Shopping: Buckled Booties

December 18, 2023

Concealed platforms, side-zipper placklets and brass-buckled straps ensure these fashion-forward booties will remain a comfortable classic in your closet. I’m obsessed! [let's shop!]: J.Crew, Alexander McQueen, ASOS, Cole Haan, Tory Burch (want these!),  Rachel Comey, Bebe, Jeffrey Campbell, Blowfish (have these! styled here), Forever 21

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Shoe Shopping: Military-Inspired Work Boots

December 11, 2023

It took me awhile to warm up this trend, but I’ve grown to love the tough and subtle detail (and weather-resistent’ness) of these military-inspired statement-makers this season. If you’re wary about incorporating them into your wardrobe, try pairing them with super-feminine frocks to diminish their masculine look. 1. Betsey Johnson, 2. All Saints, 3. Jeffrey [...]

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