Good early afternoon, Tuesday. It's shite outside again today but I'm enjoying the gloom because I can't help but feel snuggled somehow by the gloom. Plus I'm checking out the newest from The Virgins, who, forgive me if I'm wrong, sound an awful lot like Dire Straits when Dire Straits were awesome. Digging on them, although music critics less than thrilled with this quiet little record.
So back to fashion as per usual. I'm still in recovery from "Girls" but trying to get beyond it. What better way to deal with PTGD (Post Traumatic Girls Disorder) than shopping? And since Spring is in the air, one can't help but think of footwear that feels lighter and less boot like.
I have for a few seasons now been an enormous fan of these Valentino lace espadrilles above. I love how feminine and pretty they are - they would look great with shorts and a white button down, cropped pants, and dressess of all kinds, though I really envision them with a loose type of retroish short sleeved shirt dress, belted at the waist and buttoned up the front, with enough tan leg showing to make the men turn their heads. So very 40s and fab. But guess what? These little beauties don't come cheap. We're talking a push towards the 500 dollar mark. Out of reach. Over.
But enter Bettye Muller, whose version above retail for a way more digestable 150 dollars. This is what I love- finding accessible pieces that still are somehow aspirational and inspired. I'm not saying 150 buckaroos is cheapy cheaps, but still way more tolerable for a totally seasonal shoe. Ya the lace on the Val pair is a bit more delicate and transparent, but for real. I love them both but you can guess which one I'd be buying. (The Vals come in some lovely colors other than black too, ps. If you're feeling flush).
Just wanted to show you a little cost comparison on this poopy day in New York.Both available at Neiman Marcus- links below. Saving a few bucks on a rainy day is just what the doctor ordered, no? Cause that's what's up this racy lacy Tuesday in the 212. Just passing some savings along to you, though you gotta spend a little to save a little. XO
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/Bettye-Muller-Flat-Lace-Espadrille-Black/prod15...
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/Valentino-Flat-Lace-Espadrille-Black/prod151520...