they came home with me, october edition
January
- Margaret Howell shirt
March
- Orla Kiely for Uniqlo scarf
- Seafolly bikini
May/June
- Uniqlo linen shirt
- Massimo Dutti linen knit henley
- MHL by Margaret Howell cotton-linen sailor top
July
- Filippa K navy cotton twill shirtdress
- COS cream chunky cotton knit tank
- Pointer cream canvas sneakers
- Massimo Dutti low-heeled t-strap pumps
August
- Sam Edelman sandals
Shopping died down for me a bit in the last few months. I was distracted by other things that cost money - holidays (Bali this month, NZ in December) and so I wasn't inclined to spend on other things. And for the most part I hadn't fallen in love with things.
I had a serious moment with a navy Céline Phantom Cabas, but shall be content with borrowing my sister's black one from time to time. It's superbly made, - holds a laptop without losing its shape, discreet yet distinctive. If I didn't already have perfectly gorgeous day bags, I would buy it without a second thought.
Well, onto these Sam Edelman sandals. They were definitely a lemming moment. All year, various bloggers (you know who you are) raved about them and they looked great. I admired them but never for a moment thought they had a place in my life. Then one of my sisters bought a pair in beige and I tried them on and it was a "wow, this changes everything" moment. It took me 15 minutes to get online, locate a pair in tan on endless.com, and buy them.
I felt anxious immediately after. It felt impulsive and I was convinced it was a mistake. I felt embarrassed.
They arrived a couple weeks later. I tried them on, and felt better. They felt right. They are very comfortable (the soft cushioned soles!) and they add a different dimension to all my usual outfits. My eyes had gotten so used to my usual uniforms that it was refreshing to have shoes change the dynamic in a small way.
I don't wear them as often as say, my reliable ballet flats, but I think they're a pretty great variation in my shoe collection. When you stick pretty much to a uniform, it's great to find the right shoe that helps change the tone a little to keep things fresh.
Comments
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I remember eyeing these on Marlene's blog:)
Love the sandals, I had been eying them up myself but managed to locate the Chloe version on eBay for practically the same price, all I can say is that I hope they look as good and are as comfotable for me!
Lastly, where in NZ are you heading? xx
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You look great in yours, Lin!!
Maja H: I've always thought their designs were too flashy for me so was pleasantly surprised. And yes, they're better made than I thought too.
Sue: Haha, I hate to be an enabler. And you already have a few pairs of great looking sandals!
Alexandra and Prêt à Porter P: Thanks!
Lindsay K: I love the gold heel as well, which I have managed to scratch.
Amanda: If only they all work out so well. I probably wouldn't have taken a risk if I hadn't tried my sister's before (we are the same size).
jamie-lee: I've been trying to shop more carefully for years! Can't wait to see your Chloes on your blog.
I'm headed to South Island!
hannah-rose: These are great in a slight dressy way, you are right, I am wearing them with my most casual outfits to dress them up!
rachel: I was probably pushed towards buying them because I've seen them all over - it's great to see the different ways in which they can be worn..something a static image on a website couldn't have done.
Eileen: Yes I saw yours! I found mine on endless.com...maybe they'll still have your size left (shipping is quite cheap!).
Jeanne-Aurore
I enjoy this kind of little changes. It's nothing drastic but still brings that fresh factor to your looks!
Keeping a log is like keeping track of my daily expenses, it makes it really obvious what needs to go.
Marlene: Blogger reviews like yours really helped!
I really hope I have time to try all those eating places in NZ...the trip still feels rather far away at this point though.
Aissa: Like you said in your post about trying new things, I think we all need a balanced dose of that...it breathes new life into things we already have too.