Sunday, February 22, 2009

Miss Me Demi Buckled Flat : Cute but scuff easily


These Miss Me shoes were delivered super fast. They are just as pictured and very cute. They are actually quite comfy for being brand new shoes. I wear a size 7 1/2 and that's what I ordered, but they fit a little bigger, I probably could have gotten a size 7, but you can just buy inserts to fix that. The only thing I am a little peaved about is that the shoes seem to scuff really easily. I barely tapped my desk and there is a scuff mark at the toe, not to mention I have a scuff mark up up around the ankle part of the shoe and I have no idea how it got there unless it rubbed against something...just seems to scuff very easily compared to other shoes I have bought. Anyhow...glad I only paid $15.00 for them...you get what you pay for...all in all decent shoe.

Primigi Phoebe-E Mesh 2 Mary Jane : My daughter loves them!


Althoug this Primigi shoe is a mesh shoe, you actually can't see the feet in them which I like a lot. If you get the white shoe, there is a silver lining, if you will, right underneath it, and it makes them look really sparkly, which my daughter loves. The inside of the shoe is lined with real leather and very comfortable for the foot. The shoe looks just like the picture so you won't be dissapointed.

Jump, jump-o-ray! This adorable Phoebe mary jane sneaker is a great shoe for cute, every day wear. It has a breezy mesh upper with shiny leather accents, giving it a sweet and sporty appeal. The smooth leather linings, ultra-cushy insole, and wraparound rubber outsole ensures that her step is safe, comfy, and confident, now that is something the both of you will love.

Umi Toddler/Little Kid Finn Sandal Review

I spent $220 on the Finn woman's shoe (size 34) only to discover they are WAY too big for me. Imagine my shock when I was able to order a kids shoe from the same company for $47 and have it be MORE COMFORTABLE with a great padding feature on the back strap. My only issue, I should have ordered a 2.5 instead of a 2 and amazon hasn't replenished their supply yet!

I highly recommend this Umi shoe for kids. It's very padded and easy to get on/off thanks to the velco top. (I also have a wide foot and had I been able to get a 2.5 it would have closed perfectly) As it is, I can still do it up and have it hold, even being on the small side.

The soft leather linings and thick padding inside--and cushiony rubber sole outside--umi's Finn sandal will keep your little mischief-maker comfortably on-the-go. Its leather upper and contrast topstitching will give him a ruggedly handsome look, just like Dad's.

Matisse riding boots Review


The Matisse boots are fantastic. They fit, they're sturdy (i.e. I can actually go riding in them if I want), but also fashionable. They require only basic maintenance to keep them looking great. The only downside which is not shown in the photos are the buckles at the top... the flaps tend to stick out, but I put in an invisible piece of velcro and that did the trick.

The details on this classic riding boot from Matisse really dresses up its basic look, making it more than perfect for just about anything in your wardrobe this season. It has a lightly tumbled leather upper with classically pointed toe, a just-right stacked heel, and a side zipper for easier on and off accessibility.

Matisse Scoop Ankle Open Toe Flat Review : Beautiful shoe, ok support,


I really liked Matisse shoes. They're a cute alternative to flip flops. I bought a half size bigger because I have wide feet but I didn't have to/ shouldn't haev. They're true to size and very comfy although I probably don't think it'll be a good idea to walk for prolonged periods of time in them because they don't offer much support. The only bad thing was that a few weeks after I bought them, they drop temporarily to $16 something. I missed a good deal and was really tempted to buy an extra pair at the sale price.

The flirty ankle strap, alluring open toe and easygoing design make the Scoop from Matisse an instant attention-grabber. Simply lovely, with an adorably feminine design that's somewhere between the comfort of a ballet slipper and the glamour of a dressy pump, this fun and sophisticated flat embodies the fresh and breezy attitude of the season. And it truly pairs well with everything--from jeans to wrap dresses to flippy skirts.

oh DEER! Women's Waldorf Pump reviews : World Class...Gold...Trump? Nah. Just "Waldorf."


I purchased the Waldorf in the Houndstooth pattern.
Named after one of New York's most famous hotels, the Waldorf is Oh Deer's newest innovation in pumps with wow factor! This pump features black and white (non-Granny~ish, non-glittery, shiney) sequins sewn in a houndstooth pattern, a hidden platform, a gold mirrored sole, and a black patent 4.25 inch heel. And let me not forget the almond toe the shoe has! I love it! The shoe isn't pointy and it's not round either, it's the perfect combo of both styles! A soft looking pump with edge!
Comfort?
I wore these with a pair of tights and my pinky toes were barking. I slid down thanks to the lack of traction in my tights, so if you're heavy...or not, know what you're in for. I'll have to wear some of those bandages exclusively for pinkies when I wear them with tights again. I haven't worn these out in my bare feet but I predict the same discomfort. I stood in them for awhile and had no pain on my heels or the balls of my feet, so that was amazing! To me the padding felt alittle better, maybe Oh Deer upgraded their comfort technology.

Size?
Right on as usual. I bought these pumps in 10M and they fit!

*Precaution*
Never rub these shoes together or against a surface that could possibly lift the sequins off.
After I wore these (with the tights) I saw a stray string and a sequin was about to fall off! Unlike the Jamocha or the Ribbon shoe, these sequins do over lap sometimes because they have to create the houndstooth pattern. And possibly because...well not really...the Jamocha and Ribbon both have woven cloth material for the base of their sequin parts. Each sequin on the Waldorf has been secured differently. The majority of sequins have either 2 loops of invisible string securing them to the fabric. Every time a new color of the houndstooth pattern meets, those sequins beginning the new color are looped 3-4 times. So, they're better secured. For this I give the shoes 4 stars. Maybe if there was a way to melt these sequins to each other they'd stay on better...

Still, this shoe is gonna be my fall fave! And if fate allows, I'll get this shoe in the Bandana pattern and/or the Smith "shootie" in both the Bandana and Houndstooth pattern! Wow Oh Deer--just wow! So genius this fall season! For more insight about this shoe, I suggest checking out a video of it and others at either HSN (dot) com or youtube.