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bless our soles…a foot fetish friday friend-1-1

01 Friday Aug 2014

Posted by theRAREbelle in fashion forward, friday friend 1-1, what's ringin' our belle

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foot fetish, heels, shoes, Sole Society

Thank you sole society!! The Portia is the best new shoe on the block!! Not only is it a wearable a height (3 inches) for long days and longer nights, but it’s also on trend with its strappy caged sexiness. And then…the icing on the cake is that the whole foot is padded!!! It’s like wearing mattresses on your feet!!

One belle chose black…

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while the other belle chose the natural….

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y’all better choose yours quick before they’re gone!!!

And…sole society gets huge bonus points for only charging $79.95 (with FREE shipping) for these hoof-friendly finds.

Happy shopping!
a&a

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Smitten for kittens…kitten heels that is…feline foot candy

26 Thursday Jun 2014

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Diane von Furstenberg, fashion, kitten heels, Michael Kors, Muse Shoe Studio, shoes, Sole Society, Vince Camuto

The latest kitten heel trend has us belles positively giddy. This low, dainty heel is such a wonderful feminine option and a nice change from the sky high stilts that have been in the forefront recently. While we love a good stiletto, a kitten heel works so easily with almost every outfit imaginable, is practical but pretty, and is the perfect option for long-term wear. These heels are flattering to the ankle and lengthen the calf. We have selected a few that piqued our interest and caused us to make a little extra room in the closet.

Now, because we’ve hit the warmer months, finally(!!), we are leaning toward sandals (the tootsies need a little vitamin D too!!), and we have been mighty partial to Vince Camuto lately. The selection of styles has been really on-trend and they are actually comfortable to boot!

The Hilarie is a darling strappy kitten that is subtle enough to wear day or night. Flattering, feminine, flirty…fabulous!
Find it here, here and our favorite local shoe boutique, Muse Shoe Studio.

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The next is also a Vince Camuto . This pair is frisky, fresh and just a touch edgy. Adore the snake skin heel. And the metallic strap seems to change from silver to gold based on what you are wearing. Available at Nordstrom, and they are 40% off so scurry along and get a pair!!! We also think they can be day-to-night and the suede front strap makes them cross over into cooler weather with ease.

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Now we know some of you are timid about your tootsies and prefer a covered toe option. Not to fear, we are here to please all of our belles!

Sole Society is a great site for shoes, and we have had great luck with fashionable options at awesome price points! The Jenn is one such shoe. Available in a wide array of colors including a divine gunmetal grey. For now, though we decided our wardrobes just need a lil’ pop and the coral was just calling our names. Our tootsies did a happy dance when they slipped into the soft suede and couldn’t wait to prance around town.

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Couldn’t you just eat ’em up?!?!

The next pump is a basic in our ever-so-humble opinion. We firmly believe that animal print is neutral and these kittens are ready to roar. Thank you Diane Von Furstenberg. These are timeless and every belle needs at least one pair of animal print pumps in her wardrobe. Get these wild critters here.

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And we would be remiss if we didn’t show you this last pair by Michael Michael Kors. A t-strap (we are quite fond of t-strap) adds interest and style…and keeps your feet from looking gargantuan.  Dare we say that they also VERY much resemble a certain shoe that is made by Valentino??? Classy, chic, and elegant, these would be a great addition to any of our closets. Order them from Nordstrom .

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So go on now, treat your tootsies…they’ve earned it!

a&a

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teen jeans (and other organizational ah-ha’s)…your friday friend-1-1

23 Friday May 2014

Posted by theRAREbelle in the organized belle

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Jeans, organization, sandals, shoes, storage, t-shirts

Being moms to a few teen-belles, we are always trying to come up with ways to help the little darlings organize their ever-expanding wardrobes.  (not an easy task as the precious apples have not fallen far from the shop-a-holic-in-denial trees)  Add to those expanding wardrobes the typical dis-organization of the typical teen and the fact that both of our homes were built in the early 1900’s (as in the pre-ready-to-wear-why-would-anyone-need-more-than-a-cubby-as-a-clothes-closet days!!)

So…when an organizational idea strikes, we implement with abandon!  Take for instance the idea of using pretty coordinating baskets to store certain items in full view, freeing up some very valuable closet real estate.  Take a look at these images for some inspiration…

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Jeans work well in baskets because they are somewhat uniform in size and color, and can be folded in a way that allows the impatient prospective wearer to find what she needs at a moments notice

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Sandals can be paired up in baskets…again, making it easier for the prospective wearer to find what she needs (much better than the pile in the dark closet)…

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and Toms and other cute slip-ons work beautifully as well!

Bonus…if the teen happens to empty the jean basket as she tosses pair-after-pair aside in the getting-ready frenzy, (what…does it sound as though we speak from experience??), it is quite obvious to her upon her return to her chambre exactly where the jeans are to be re-placed (and the sooner the better…just sayin’)

Now, let’s not forget that these little organizational ah-ha’s don’t apply only to baskets and teen-belles.  We can all take advantage of some of these ideas.  Take, for example, one husband’s t-shirt drawer…

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This particular husband tended to wear the same 2-3 t-shirts over and over while insisting that “someone” was “stealing” his favorites.  Well, enter this brilliant idea (must give credit to a Pinterest pinner).  Storing the shirts in the drawer with the shirt-front visible allows the husband to do a quick inventory…as often as he pleases…to be sure all of his beloved shirts are present and accounted for.  Now everyone can rest peacefully 😉

We will share other organizational ideas in time…we need to give you belles time to implement these before we bombard you with more!!

a&a

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ankle “cuffs”…more summer foot candy

15 Thursday May 2014

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ankle cuffs, fashion, shoes

As y’all might have gathered by now, we adore shoes. We covet, desire, crave and collect them as much as possible. It’s an addiction we both fully intend to continue and embrace wholeheartedly. Now you know where we stand…firmly on our stilettos. And wedges. And platforms. And kitten heels..

Our latest obsession is over the ankle cuff shoe, a real trend for spring. It’s a great option for both your boyfriend jeans and the white denim that we are all sporting. Cropped jeans, obvi. City shorts, shirt dresses, sundresses…all benefit from a little ankle candy. And, truly, the ankle is one of the sexiest parts of the body at any age. Show. Them. Off!

Drum roll please….
DVF kinder sandal

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No words. Absolute perfection. At shopbop.

And then..
Louise et Cie
Kaliope sandal

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This has a great heel height and the details are amazing. Get it at Nordstrom. Also in an awesome tobacco color.

Let’s not forget to mention that these look an awful lot like a Givenchy sandal we have salivated over…at a fraction of the price. Here’s a pic of the Givenchy.
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Stop the madness right?!?!

As for you petite belles who feel an ankle straps cut you off, here’s a daintier option that comes in a great blue if you want to add a little zing to your step. It also comes in black which we think is most elegant. And the scalloping?!?! Shut the front door!!

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These beauties are available at Shopbop. They are by Loeffler Randall and the style is Lillit.

There are so many styles, surely one will fit the bill for you. Do y’all have a favorite? Please share…we are always on the hunt!

a&a

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