BLOG CRUSH: part 2 - MEET CATHERINE

Catherine hooked me by describing herself as an "English bird waving the fashion flag for non-twenty somethings".

Her fashion blog is www.notdressedaslamb.com

Then I began admiring how she brilliantly put together outfits using such a wide range of pieces from her wardrobe. Honestly, *I* would leave the house looking like a homeless person if I tried to do what Catherine can do! She has such a unique skill.

Finally, she of course finishes her ensembles with creative shoe choices!

(photos supplied by and published with permission from notdressedaslamb.com)

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BLOG CRUSH: part 1 - TEASE

I'm totally crushing on the style of a certain UK fashion blogger. These photos, of just some of her shoes, are a bit of a tease... I'll introduce you to her tomorrow!

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LAST CUBA POSTING

And finally from Cuba, some local footwear I spotted: In the first photo, two Cuban women attending an outdoor festival in their trendy sandals. The second photo is the front window of a shoe store in Havana.

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BRIDESMAIDS WITH GREAT TASTE

For Laurel's Cuba wedding, she asked her bridesmaids to find a pair of white shoes, to complete their outfit. What great choices!

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BUT WHAT DID THE GROOM WEAR?

Andrew went for cool and comfortable at his Cuba wedding. I'm not familiar with this brand, but just by looking at these sandals I can feel the squishy goodnesss :)

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HOT PINK IN HOT CUBA

I just knew Laurel wouldn't disappoint with her choice of wedding shoes! Bling and hot pink!

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HI YA, STUD!

I was an 80's punk wannabe. I think that's where my love of studs comes from. Over at solestruck.com there is tons of fabulous footwear adorned with pointy, shiny studs! All of these below are by To Be Announced. "Add to basket"?

Yes, please!

(photos supplied by and published with permission from Solestruck)

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SLINGBACKS

Sling-back season has returned! Tip: If you are finding that you cant get the strap tight enough around your ankle anymore (ie: the strap has stretched) just take it to a shoe repair shop and have them properly add a new buckle hole for you. It costs peanuts, and you can have it put exactly where you need it ;)

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BEST OF 2 WORLDS

This was an especially fun image to make during a wedding; the heels of some glamourous shoes, with the brides garter, which happened to have a shoe on it!

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THE SHOE GAME

The 'shoe game' is popular at wedding receptions and always good for some laughs! Basically, the bride and groom sit with their backs to each other. They hold one of thier own shoes and one of the spouses. The emcee asks some telling questions, such as 'who is the better driver between the two of you?' or 'when you met, who made the first move?' The bride and groom answer by holding up the shoe of the person they thinks best fits the answer. :)

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SPRING COLOURS

Feeling a little springy today! I've never been big on pastels, but these from solestruck.com have me re-thinking my stance ;)

(photos supplied by and published with permission from Solestruck)

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BASIC BLACK

I was on the verge of giving away these NINE WEST boots. But then decided to give myself permission to stash them at the back of the closet, because they once served a purpose for a specific event. Unfortunately, that event was a funeral. I realized that if I once again needed something that was simple, respectable, comfortable and non-descript, these will fit the bill.

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SHOEPERWOMAN part 2

As promised, details on the SAVE OUR SHOES challenge. The website www.shoeperwoman.com is the place to register and chat to others about the challenge :)

Amber explains:

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Do you have too many shoes?

Do you buy shoes and then never (or rarely) wear them, leaving them to gather dust?

Do you find yourself wearing the same shoes over and over, no matter how many other pairs are available?

Then this challenge is for you.

Shoeperwoman challenges you to wear every pair of shoes you own within the space of a year – or lose them.

You’re also invited to join our community of fellow Shoe Saviours, and document your process on Shoeperwoman.com.

Up for the challenge? Here’s how it works:

1. Count your shoes.

2. Sign up for a Shoeper Profile.

3. Begin your challenge! Shoes are “saved” simply by wearing them: you can prove that you’ve worn each pair by snapping a quick photo of yourself wearing them (or just of the shoes themselves, if you prefer) and posting it on your profile. You can also use your profile area to chat to other Shoe Saviours and swap advice and encouragement.

4. Any shoes which remain unworn at the end of your year must be donated to charity, or otherwise disposed of: use ‘em or lose ‘em!

(photos and information supplied by and published with permission from Shoeperwoman)

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SHOEPERWOMAN part 1

Amber is so awesome on so many levels! She is a writer in Scotland, and my favourite blog of hers, is www.shoeperwoman.com! Amber has the BEST taste in shoes (both her own purchases and those that she shows on her site.) Below a pair that she recently bought (the red gingham from Head Over Heels), her covetable shoe closet, and her fabulous self.

Stay tuned, tomorrow, I'll have details on Amber's SAVE OUR SHOES CHALLENGE!

(photos supplied by and published with permission from Shoeperwoman)

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APPEAL OF A HEEL

Usually a prominent part of why I'll find a shoe attractive, is a unique heel. These brown suede boots have a wide chunk of a heel, but from the side, you can see it's actually quite thin. Different is always good! (Another one of my lucky finds on a quick browse through a Payless Store!)

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