A follow-up on jumpsuits

I recently tried on an all black jumpsuit from White House Black Market for the first time - and fell in love. With a pair of hot red high heels (of course!), I felt tall, slim and chic. However, I realized that it was really the heels that "made" the jumpsuit. 

(Left) Black knit jumpsuit by White House Black Market, (Right) Red wedges by Christian Louboutin

While walking around this weekend, my mother-in-law and I spotted a woman wearing a zebra-patterned jumpsuit. Wow! I was impressed by her bold move of wearing such a flamboyant outfit. But...she was wearing moccasins.  As a result, the whole look came off as rather "short", for lack of a better word. 

I searched online for zebra and bright floral jumpsuits and decided that these jumpsuits are truly fabulous, but only when worn with a truly fabulous shoe. Check out some fantastic jumpsuit/heel combinations!

(Left) Tropic zebra jumpsuit by Joyrich, (Middle-Left) Zebra-print jumpsuit at H&M, (Middle-Right) Floral fusion jumpsuit by ASOS, (Right) Floral jumpsuit by ASOS

Wild Wednesday: Disco fever is back!

In the United States, the 1970s were characterized by an overall shift in social progressive values, heightened political awareness, advocacy for world peace, a prominent feminist movement and an incredible change in fashion. Both men and women wore wide-legged jeans and trousers and most importantly, platform shoes.  Platform shoes (aka disco boots) had soles at least 4 inches thick, thus adding to an individual's height without adding to the discomfort of his or her feet. 

In case you thought that platform shoes were only for the '70s, think again! Jeffrey Campbell Shoes, a family-owned company based in Los Angeles, features a new women's collection centered around platform shoes with unique, funky designs. I was initially shocked, and I am embarrassed to admit, a bit horrified by the brightly flowered, chunky motif of the 'Lita' bootie. No outfit could possibly work with that shoe. Wrong again! Think '70s - think jumpsuits! 

(Left) Jamie strapless jumpsuit by Guess, (Middle) Lita bootie by Jeffrey Campbell, (Right) Yellow jumpsuit by Paul & Joe

These looks are a decidedly fresh, summery twist on the jumpsuits and platforms favored in the '70s.

Jumpsuits from the 1970s

All I can say is - Can you dig it??

The Flora of Seychelles

The year-round tropical climate of the Seychelles islands gives rise to more than 700 species of unique plants and beautiful flowers. True to their namesake, Seychelles footwear also seems to produce an abundance of unique vintage-inspired and romantic footwear. These unusually comfortable heels and wedges, which are evocative of lush, brightly colored equatorial flowers, also come with unusually comfortable price tags!

(Left) All Dressed Up, $95,  (Middle) Tropical flower in Seychelles, (Right) Jumpin' the Broom, $90 (part of my personal collection!)

If blues and teals are not the colors for you, not to worry. Seychelles provides other summer island colors for you!

(Left) Blue Skies, $100, (Middle) Plumeria ruba, (Right) Memories of You, $90

Wild Wednesday: Cruella de Vil

Maybe you can guess the theme of this week's Wild Wednesday shoes. That's right - Dalmatians! At least that was the very first thought that jumped into my head when I spotted (haha, sorry!) Molly by Bionda Castana. Although Bionda Castana sounds distinctly Italian, the two designers for this shoe line, Jennifer Portman and Natalia Barbieri, are decidedly British. According to these hip London women: "We design and create shoes that when a woman sees them she says, 'I have to have them.' "

Molly by Bionda Castana

In choosing outfits for these unusual crepe satin booties, there is one important rule - NO SPOTS. In fact, monochromatic or colorblock dresses are probably the best bet in order to prevent oneself from mimicking an actual dalmatian. 

(Left) Claire Colorblock Dress by Milly, (Right) Jersey Button-Down Dress by Burberry Brit

Still, I am unable to help myself. Maybe just one faux fur coat? 

(Left) Woman dressed as Cruella, (Middle) Cropped Faux-Fur Jacket by Lauren Hansen, (Right) Cruella by Disney

And a familiar refrain drifts through my head.

"Cruella de Vil, Cruella de Vil, If she doesn't scare you, no evil thing will. To see her is to take a sudden chill. Cruella, Cruella de Vil."

In Honor of "Ginja"

Inspired by Ginger Rogers and countless other women who have made dancing, walking, pivoting and any other actions in high heels look effortlessly graceful, this blog is devoted to all things involving heels: beautiful, unusual, fun and even wild styles.

Born Virginia Katherine McMath and nicknamed "Ginja" by a cousin, Ginger Rogers epitomizes class, vivacity and of course, dancing. Ann Richards was quoted as saying: "After all, Ginger Rogers did everything that Fred Astaire did. She just did it backwards and in high heels." So, in honor of Ginger Rogers, the debut post of this blog is featuring four beautiful pairs of heels named after the lovely dancing queen.

Fabulous "Ginger" Finds: Elegant and affordable. The Ginger peep-toe platform pumps by Gianni Bini embody vintage glamor (Dillard's, $59.99). The classically refined Ginger pump by Ivanka Trump is reminiscent of "Ginja's" own dancing heels (Nordstrom, $134.95).

(Left) Ginger by Gianni Bini, (Middle) Ginger by Ivanka Trump, (Right) Ginger Rogers in Follow Me

Designer "Ginger" Digs: Unique and luxurious. The Ginger sandals by Kate Spade have a playful sophistication and coloring that is nostalgic of ballroom dancing (endless, $345.00). And nothing is more evocative of Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire in a black-and-white film than the delicate black-and-white Ginger slingbacks by Stuart Weitzman (Nordstrom, $285.00), which showcase a peep-toe and petite bow.

(Left) Ginger by Kate Spade, (Middle) Professional ballroom dancers, (Right) Ginger by Stuart Weitzman