Footwear Emergency

A pair of purple Parisian shoes on my feet, one size smaller than my actual size of 8, and then a hundred meters of walking.... The purple Parisian wedges disintegrated! The same thing that happened with my Primadonna shoes. Only this time, it was the outer side that got disarrayed.

Mighty Bond to the rescue.

Too bad I did not have the opportunity to take a photo of my shoes during that time. And fortunately, my boyfriend found a store selling mighty bond and he was able to fix my shoes in no time. Those Parisian shoes are now okay. But I don't think I'd be wearing it again in the near future. I could wear it though for home parties but not outside.

Do you buy shoes online?

I don't. Why? Because my shoe size changes with every brand.

I am not sure why. Maybe I change shoe sizes to achieve the level of comfort for my feet with every different style. My Nike rubber shoes are size 9. They are very comfortable for jogging. My black grendha flats are size 38 while my gold grendha pumps are size 37. When I bought those gold grendha pumps, I initially asked the salesperson for size 38 but when I tried it, the pair was very loose, they would literally fall off when I walk. I asked for the smaller size, instead.

My closed office shoes are size 4, kids size. =) My open toe pumps are generally size 8. Other fashion shoes are size 9.

I've ordered clothes and even swimsuits online but I don't want to risk ordering shoes which might turn out ill-fitting. Maybe one day I'd get over this fear. There are very nice footwear all over the globe and if I could just master the art of converting foot sizes then maybe I can start ordering shoes online.

Shoe size conversion chart was taken from Voodoo-Dolly.com

Disappointed by Primadonna

Got these shoes that I really really love from Primadonna: Open toe pumps in basic black. I was looking for exactly this kind of shoes when I stopped by SM City Davao and I swear it wasn't just bought on impulse: I had the exact design in my mind and these shoes fit perfectly!

However, after the second use, I noticed a slight deformation on the right shoe. It's sad that the shoes aren't sturdy. And sadder that this also comes in color grey which I actually planned of buying. Now I'm not so sure about Primadonna. I really like the style of their shoes and it's also not pricey. But I just hope that I could put some good use to what I bought, and that it the shoes wouldn't retire after only a few uses.

Shoes are designed for the feet and it is expected that it must be strong and sturdy enough for walking, not just for display.

I still love the shoes, though. The design, the heel, the comfort. But I guess I have to have it repaired first before I could use it again.

How I bought Florsheim Shoes for P800.00

It's  not a joke. I got a pair two pairs of Florsheim shoes for P800.00 each. How did I do it? Read on.

I was at Gaisano South this afternoon looking for a pair of sandals to be used by Grace for her First Communion tomorrow. I was, naturally, at the kids' section. I came across Florsheim Kids and they advertised their 50% off promotion.

I was shocked that the kids' section carry bigger sizes, big enough to fit my size 8 feet. I bought two pairs (with the same style). One for me and one for my mom who will be celebrating her birthday soon. It's an advanced birthday gift for her. Although there are lesser choices here than buying in the ladies' section, these styles for kids do well with me since I've switched to flat shoes and "low" heels.

Even with a tight budget, I hurriedly decided to buy the shoes. Florsheim is one of my dream shoes, not to mention that I've tried a pair at their branch in SM City Davao only to be dismayed at its P6,000+ price tag. Florsheim  shoes are really very comfortable to wear, I could let go my dream of having Crocs because I already have a pair of Florsheim shoes!

Who wouldn't want to own Florsheim for just P800.00? Now you know how to own one!

Medical Ensemble

My chiropractor specifically recommended Crocs Footwear. It has been over a year since he told me to buy a pair but I didn't. Not because I did not like crocs but because the style I wanted is no longer in stock. There were a few pieces left of the Alice ruby model but it did not carry my shoe size.

Anyway, Crocs was the craze in the footwear industry but I personally think that they are best worn by medical practitioners: nurses and doctors alike. Doctors in their wrinkle-free white medical lab coats might dismiss the idea of wearing Crocs but when they are in their scrub suits, Crocs are the best. Some hospitals provide unique scrubs for their medical team depending on which department they belong, while others base it on seniority. I have yet to see a member of the medical team wearing scrub hats but maybe it's because I have never been in the operating room before.

When you buy a set of scrubs, whether simple or not, bear in mind that it has to be soft and comfortable but sturdy enough to meet the demands of your work. And don't forget to match your scrub uniforms with comfortable shoes, preferably those with support.

Best foot socks

Can you tell that i'm wearing socks in that picture?

I was actually wearing "foot socks." That's how it is called in the Philippine market. Other names include "foot cover". They're made of light and thin but durable material, imagine a thicker version of stockings.

Below you can see how the foot sock was positioned so that it doesn't show off when I'm wearing my Grendha flats. I have spent four years in college with really bad foot socks (the ones they sell at NCCC Express in Ateneo) which sometimes have leopard designs. Four years after graduating from college, it was then that I discovered Burlington's foot socks and they're just great if you prefer wearing shoes which show toe cleavage. It's also a plus that this brand has innovated to put some anti-slip properties in the ankle part so that the foot cover would stay in place.

Good style, good attitude

Dressing for any occasion doesn't require you to have the skills of a rocket scientist. Just mix and match everything that's in your closet. Dressing is fun specially for girls. However, women sometimes get a little bit tired of dressing up. Do you notice that sometimes, even a high-fashion girl you know would sometimes play it down and don a lifeless casual ensemble?

Your clothing speaks of your personality. A sloppy attire could fail you at your job interview. That's how discriminating this world could be: judging people based on their looks. But that's not at all bad. I'm not telling you to get overdressed. You can still have your lax days but don't forget to add a little bit of spice in everything. A casual white t-shirt and short pants go well with bcbg shoes. You can opt for pink jelly flats that's not only good for your posture but also sends out an "i-can-be-simple-yet-gorgeous" vibe. If you want to send out an even stronger statement, they have suede or leather boots which are so good in keeping you warm while you stroll.

It's not unusual for girls to have night-outs or dinner dates after working hours. For days like these (think: Friday), go for pieces that can easily transform you from an office chick to a dazzling damsel. Go for pretty knee-length dresses and cover with a formal blazer. The blazer is for the office which you can take off later for dinner or parties. Invest in pieces which last a long time and could be paired with what you already have. Try bcbg. Their style is updated and fashionable without compromising quality and comfort. In an interview with a news anchor, it was mentioned that nowadays, open-toe high heels are acceptable in the corporate world. So, take this cue. Unless it is otherwise stated in your office manual, you should be able to wear these to zest your office aura.

Bcbg. "Bon chic, bon genre." It is a french phrase which translates in english as "good style, good attitude." Show the world the kind of person that you are. Send a message. Be what you want to be.

Goodbye Stilettos?

Visiting my chiropractor with my high-heeled boots was wrong. Well, wrong for my dozens of high heels but right for my back. I have invested with a lot of high heels and I don't even know how to walk on flat shoes but my chiropractor said that wearing high heels is bad for my back. I'm suffering from scoliosis and the best way to ease my back pain is to follow my doctor's advice.

So, I "donated" most of my high-heeled shoes, saving only a couple of pairs for formal occasions.

Then I discovered GRENDHA!

My chiropractor suggested Crocs but I'm not really a fan of that brand. I instead looked for another functional pair of flats that wouldn't hurt my back and wouldn't hurt my wallet as well. I used my first pair of Grendha shoes almost everyday but I was not disappointed. Unlike other shoes, Grendha did not lose its shape. And it's also very sturdy. It's such a great buy!

Colin Stuart Shoes at Victoria's Secret

Colin Stuart Over the knee stretch boots

Colin Stuart Tall Gladiator Boots

Colin Stuart Strappy Studded Boots

Undergoing MyBlogLog Verification

Victoria's Secret Shoes Update!

The most irresistable shoes and sandals can be found at Victoria's Secret.

City Girl

These leather boots are made for walking...

My own sexy red sandals

...And I own another pair in black...

Le Donne

Mine

Transit New York

amazing!

you can check out different angles of this sexie stiletto at shoes.com

Shoe Revolution

These are my top shoe picks for the week:


from Dorothy Slippers
This has got to be a must for that first date.....



from Aerosoles
And this one's perfect for strolling along highways and wherever... Wedges give you the comfort that you need.

aching feet

my calves are most abused these days...
i think i need sneakers!

SO I BETTER SHOP FOR SNEAKERS...

best buys would be from ADDIDAS, or NIKE...

Victoria's Secret Shoes on Sale!!!

For a sexy footwear on late night outs with your friends, check out Victoria's Secret Shoes!!! Sexy Stilettos are on sale right now at Victoria Website

A sneak peak:




yumyumyum shoes!!!

Stilettos

High-heeled stilettos are the sexiest footwear girls are drooling for. Long pointed heels make an impression! They are just sexy sexy sexy.