I know I may be getting ahead of myself, but it was 80 degrees and sunny in Southern California this past Saturday and it got me thinking.
Do you have a fashion image you have pinned on Pinterest and just keep coming back to, over and over again? This one’s mine. There’s something about this combination of cropped, slim army-green pants, tanned feet, and natural leather, gladiator sandals that says summer to me. And it’s what I’d like to be wearing come warmer days. Pretty please.
I think Gap and Jcrew have some pants that might fit the bill. The right sandals, however, can be more elusive. I’ve done some sleuthing…
[Clockwise from top left: Ancient Greek Korinna; Bamboo Warner Sandal
[Clockwise from top left: Jefferson Sandal by Rag & Bone; Gladiator by Giuseppe Zanottic; Freddie Studded Sandals by Top Shop; Ancient Greek Iphigenia Sandals; Crisscross Boardwalk Sandals by Madewell; Forward Vintage Woven Sandals by Top Shop]
And then there’s always the surprisingly comfortable, water-resistant (and totally affordable) classic, Salt-Water Sandal
What have I missed?
Or are you not quite ready for sandals? Here are some boots and some rain boots that are slightly more seasonally appropriate.
Note: Most of the above links are through my Luvocracy page. You can read more about the social shopping site in my post, here, but I want to point out that any recommendations made (by anyone–you or me) stand to earn a small commission. Aron and I have both made purchases through the site and have been really happy with it.
[Top image via Sorakeem]
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This could not be more me right now. I like in Charleston, where it should be warmer than it currently is, and have been craving sandals. I find myself looking at these pair almost every day http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SHOESANDBOOTS/sandals/PRDOVR~95760/95760.jsp
Probably should just get them already! Thanks for the great suggestions
-Kristina
p.s as for the green pants, my friend just bought these Old Navy ones and they look perfect. Going to have to snag some myself (And they’re a steal!) http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=7520&vid=1&pid=330930002
Thanks for the great pant suggestion! And you should def get the sandals. Madewell does change their selection fairly frequently so you should move!
I have those Madewell criss-cross sandals and I absolutely love them!
The Tropezienne: French version of the saltwater! The originals are a bit pricey but you can find ones of all prices anywhere in France as soon as summer hits: http://www.rondini.fr/images/TropBox.JPG
Oh, what a great collection! I just got the hole-punch sandals from Madewell and can’t wait to wear them once the weather warms up here in St. Louis. Thanks for the dreams of spring!
of course i like the most expensive (rag & bone) the best before even knowing they were $$. why is that always the case?
damn i want those ancient greek ones so badly. i can’t spend close to $200 on sandals though. dammmmmmmn. they are perfect.
I know! There’s a great photo of Michelle Williams wearing them in black. I pinned it to my fashion board.
Thx for doing all that investigating! Love the ones with a little heel! Will keep them in mind for when I have a little mula.
I suppose great minds think alike, I spent my son’s nap time pinning images of sandals and spring clothes! In Florida the days are getting warmer as well and it has me looking for the perfect pair of sandals. Love all these finds, I’ve been pining over the Madewell ones.
Also, here’s my ideal summer outfit that I keep coming back to:
http://pinterest.com/pin/217580225719655812/
Sometimes that’s my favorite way to use Pinterest, to remind me what my style truly is and keep my purchases to things I will actually wear. Does that happen to you?
Yes! And I love that one, too! I really want to master the boyfriend-rolled-jeans look, but I think it takes skinny legs. Mine are a bit more “athletic” and so the requisite jeans seem way too baggy!
Also, totally random, but if anyone is pining for those J Brand cargos, I just checked Ebay and they had a bunch of them for much cheaper!
I have three pairs of Saltwaters and love them! They are so comfortable – I wear them around Disneyland all summer long. This post makes me wish it was summer!
K. Jacques! Homere is similar to the pair in the photo, but there are tons of other versions too.
Thanks for the suggestion!
this post has my name written all over it. so happy to have found your blog!
I highly recommend those Ancient Greek Sandals. I definitely splurged on them, but they’re well worth the money and sooo comfortable!
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