A week’s worth of giving: Sister Style
Back for more, I see! Today is round three of my ultimate, last minute, way-too-specific gift guide! Thanks for coming! Do you have a little sister in your life? If so, she probably wishes she was as cool as you are. And, as a younger sister, she will never stop feeling this way. Like, ever. Crazy, right? The holidays are a time to throw her a bone, already. Give her something cool to make up for being so much cooler! Something fun that won’t break the bank because, hey, she’s probably gonna lose it at a house party anyway. Moving on…
Little sister who wishes she was as cool as you
Left to right: Cluster pendant, Nervous System, $67 @ Manifesto; Gold spine earrings, Besy + Iya (local!) $58 @ Manifesto; Aubrey clutch (also in yellow,) Shiraleah, $45 @ Manifesto.Also good gifts for: Older sisters who wish they were as cool as you, lady babysitters.
Fun idea
: include a subscription to an awesome fashion magazine in the gift- ya know, the one she’s always stealing your copies of?
Tomorrow, we’re still keeping it in the family- hope to see you then!
xoxo,
Sally
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A Girl Can Dream (Dream 3, Act 3)
Hello again, sleepy shoe fans! I hope you all had a great weekend! We had a short intermission due to a HUGE influx of amazing jewelry, as I am easily sidetracked by shiny things, but we’re back to shoe biz today. If you’re just joining us, we’re talking about these way-too-good Morenatom Lauren boots. To showcase their versatility, I wanted to show you how you can wear them as a great base for a colorful outfit- something we could all use on these frosty grey days. Let me know what you think!
Rainy days are all about layering, and what a perfect opportunity that is to add more color and texture into your life! Try a bright top layered under a bright sweater in a complimentary color, with your favorite jeans to balance the whole thing. Add a neutral colored coat- emphasis on the color! Try wine, navy, or rust instead of black or brown. It’ll be fun, I swear! Another way to add color is through your accessories, but it’s best not to do them all at once- the eye won’t know where to go. Here I added some colorful leather earrings (Heidi Roland,) simple silver layered necklaces (filigree necklace from Luscious,) muted leather tote (Christopher Kon,) and printed scarf I matched to the sweater (Shiraleah.) And you’re out the door in one happy, warm, stylish piece! What more do you need?
How would you wear these boots- or would you? Let us know!
xoxo,
Sally
1 boot, 4 ways (way 3)
Stumped on how to wear the Tsubo “Osuga?” Well you shouldn’t be, because you can wear these babies with just about anything! We showed you how to wear them to work, then out to happy hour, but do you think you can dress the bad boys up too?
You’re right!
Here’s how I would wear them on date night:
Grab a girly outfit (luxe-feeling skirt, colorful tank, and oh-so-flattering wrap cargigan,) and top it off with your favorite date night staples. Mine are this goes-with-everything black Shiraleah clutch, dainty Harlow earrings, and COATT Morse Code necklaces (perhaps with a secret message for your date mate?)
The bonus to these boots is that no matter where you end up; Drinks? Dancing? Running from the cops? They’re comfy enough!
xoxo,
Sally
1 boot, 4 ways (way 1)
The boots are starting to really roll in now, and easily one of my favorites is the Tsubo “Osuga.” It’s a rich camel color, has a doable heel height and a manageable shaft height (not all the way to the knee means it can fit more calf widths!) Plus it’s simple-yet-styley shape means it will work for all kinds of people and occasions, so what’s not to love? So I’m here to show you how to get your money’s worth and make these boots work all kinds of different affairs staring with, well, work.
Pairing these sassy boots with a longer skirt keeps them from looking overtly sexy, which at most offices is what you’re going for. Add a vintagey blouse and professional-looking blazer (I matched it to the boots in this case) and top the whole look off with your favorite necklace (this one is Minoux,) colorful scarf (Shiraleah,) and bag (Nino Bossi) and you’re in business- literally!
Stay tuned for a whole ‘nother way to wear the Osuga!
xoxo,
Sally
All Wrapped Up
I know I’m not alone when I confess, I’m completely obsessed with the summer scarf. I have suddenly found myself with about a dozen lightweight varieties, from printed to solid, sheer to silky. They’re my hands-down favorite way to add a little pop to any outfit, and inexpensive too. Plus, there’s about a million different ways to wear a single scarf, so you won’t get bored!
Here’s a few of my favorite ways, courtesy of various Tumblrs:
I’ve been rocking mine turban-style a lot lately. Other styles to try? How about as a sash belt, or tied to the strap of a basic bag? 
Some of my favorites here at Manifesto, all under 25 bucks.
Be sure and check back soon for a tutorial on how to tie your scarf!
Rapture Survival Guide (this is only a test.)
Whelp, we either all survived The Rapture or there simply wasn’t one. Oh, oops, it’s actually in October, says Rasputin that same guy who said it was May 21. The good news is, now we have plenty of time to prepare before we embarrass ourselves like last time.
Surely those left on this here planet would appreciate the irony of a t-shirt proclaiming “I survived The Rapture and all I got was this crappy shirt,” but if you’d prefer to rock your own look, be sure and adapt it to the ways of the new world.
Comfort, of course, is the most important thing. And the ability to withstand the elements: scorching hot temperatures, zombies, who knows really? You gotta be prepared.
Here is a handy shortlist from someone who knows*:
Firstly, make sure you have a hat to protect yourself from the elements. Light scarves will also help in that respect: they can keep you warm, protect you from the sun, be used as bandages, ropes, blankets, or makeshift shelter. Who knows what the future holds? Could be the best $20 you ever spent!
I also recommend a sturdy bag (cross body is a must!) plus a watch so you know when to cast your eye to the sky (or afterwards, when the apocalypse has rendered cell phones useless and you need to know what time Glee is on.) And as fair warning, get yourself some post earrings, so the zombies have one less thing to grab on to.
And just to state the obvious, you ought to get yourself some comfy shoes, just in case you have to run for your life, or the spaceship, or… something. Remember those Heaven’s Gate people and their sweet new Nikes? They had the right idea!
If the armageddon has your style stumped, we’d love to help you out! Shoot an email to sally@pedxshoes.com!
Till next time (if there is one,)
Sally
* By which I mean, someone who has watched lots of apocalypse movies.
Top row, L-R: “Prodigy” fedora, Peter Grimm; “Miss Sara” cloche, Goorin Bros.; “Post” leather satchel, Cydwoq; “Serenity” shawl, Shiraleah; “Platform” leather watch, Tokyo Bay; SS and 14k post earrings, both Viv & Ingrid.
Bottom row, L-R: “Alex” leather sandal, Miz Mooz; “Plush Madras” ballet flat, Indigo by Clarks; “Jazzy Fab” canvas and leather oxford, J Shoes; “46376” leather mary jane, Camper. All available at Manifesto and/or pedX.
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Match Point
Unless you count wearing all black out of laziness, I am never one to match my clothes and accessories. Brown bag and brown shoes, sure, but that’s not much of a fashion statement, now is it? But that all changed when I was scouring the spring runway shows for inspiration this year. So many designers, from Marc Jacobs to Jil Sander, went so far beyond matching accessories, that the models were sent down the catwalk wearing the same color from head to toe. These monochromatic looks are so simple and elegant, and I was convinced I needed to give this look a try. This presented more of a challenge than I thought; after all, I didn’t want to look like I was wearing a pants suit (unless of course, I was wearing a pants suit. Which I do sometimes.) Part of the challenge here is layering shades and textures within the same color family. Not so easy, but when done right it can result in some really eye-catching looks. See what I mean?
Whether your style is minimal, eccentric, what have you, you can adapt your personal style to try this look for spring. I personally was motivated by a recent shipment of floppy straw hats we got in, along with the Marc Jacobs spring runway show. I think if I’m able to nab the blue one (we also have orange and purple) it would look amazing with shades of blue from head to toe, don’t you think so?
(1, Erin hat by Peter Grimm 2, Erika hat by Shiraleah 3, Serenity tie dye scarf by Shiraleah 4, #645 by Christopher Kon 5, Mary Ellis earrings by Towne + Reese 6, #2150 by Nino Bossi 7, Platform watch by Tokyo Bay 8, Hyben clog sandal by Sanita 9, Pocomo espedrille wedge sandal by Indigo 10, BV3123 by Biviel. All available at Manifesto.)
Feelin’ Taupe-y
We’ve all heard it before (and believe me, I have said it, in seriousness and in jest.) “___________ is the new black.” Well guess what, kiddos? Taupe is the new nude. You will see it everywhere this Spring. Taupe, for those of you who didn’t spend your childhood with their nose buried in the crayon box, is a subtle combo of cream, beige, gray and pink… Kinda. Okay, so it’s hard to pin down, which is why I made this handy pictorial:
Yes, I think taupe and I will get along just fine. It’s such a rich shade that is universally flattering (for lighter skin tones, find a taupe with more gray and brown in it, and get lighter and pinker the darker your complexion is.)
Between Mani and pedX, all of these items are available in store, so come check out the new go-to shade for yourself!
