Our Favorite Polish and Sandal Combos!

May 13, 2011 By Amanda Davis

What is one of the best things about the warm weather? That’s right… I am sure we can all agree that wearing sandals is one of the best feelings, especially after our sweet tootsies have been cooped up all Winter! What’s even better is that with our sandals comes the opportunity to spice it up with some awesome polish for the toes… Check out our favorite polish/ sandal combos for the warm weather!

Essie Tart Deco and Knautical Cork Sandal

OPI Katy Perry Collection Nail Lacquer, The One That Got Away and Ralph Lauren Collection Luannie

NARS Nail Polish in Orgasm and Madden Girl Bhianca Cuffed Sandal

Zoya Matte Nail Polish in Phoebe and Jessica Simpson Brinna Platform Sandal

Suncoast Water based Nail Polish in Hot Scarlet and Nine West Stylin Sandals

Revlon Nail Polish in Kiss Me Coral and Chinese Laundry Desert Queen Platform Sandals

China Glaze Nail Polish in Hybrid Brown and Christian Siriano Topaz Sandal

What’s your go to summer combo?

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Sseko Designs, Every Sandal has a Story

April 19, 2011 By Amanda Davis

If you happen to find yourself in Kampala, Uganda, make your way to the Old Taxi Park. From there, grab a taxi van to Matuga. Jump off at the end of the line, and hop on a boda boda to the Cornerstone Leadership Academy. After a (bumpy) ride along a dirt road, you will find yourself in the company of some of the most intelligent and committed young women in Uganda. These women are graduates of the Cornerstone Leadership Academy and employees of Sseko Designs.

Sseko \say-ko\ Designs was created to help these bright young women continue their education. The Ugandan school system is designed with a nine month gap between secondary school and university. These nine months are intended to allow time for students to earn money for tuition before continuing on to university. However, in an impoverished and male dominated society, many of these young women struggle to find fair work during this time.

Sseko Designs hires recent secondary school graduates for this nine month period to live and work together, while earning money that will go directly towards their university education. These women will not make sandals forever. They will go on to be doctors, lawyers, politicians, writers and teachers that will bring change and unification to a country divided and ravished by a 22 year-long war.
Sseko Designs is a not-just-for-profit enterprise that recognizes the power of business and responsible consumerism to support sustainable economic development, which in turn affects a country’s educational, justice, and health care systems. The goal of Sseko Designs is two-fold: provide university tuition for these promising young women through a sustainable monthly income, while also contributing to the overall economic development of Uganda.

Although consumerism makes many empty promises, responsible and proactive consumerism has the ability to change lives. Every sandal has a story. This story has only just begun, but with your help, it will be a story of hope, success and change.

This is the story of Sseko Designs

This is an example of the true determination of the human spirit and the overall awesomeness that is being a woman. These ladies are nothing short of inspirational with their hard work, strength and perseverance. Plus, this shows us that a woman’s love of shoes is universal! Won’t you check out all the cool things coming from Sseko Designs? You won’t soon regret it.

Via PrimandPropah

Filed Under: Shoes Shoes Shoes! Tagged With: Charity, Sandals, sseko designs, uganda, women and education

Spring 2011 Sassy Accessories Trends

February 28, 2011 By Amanda Davis

At this stage of the game, us ladies are just chomping at the bit to get out of our Winter drudgery and get into our Spring best! It is surely much easier to incorporate Spring prints and sassy accessories into our wardrobes when the sun is shining more and the temperature is rising! I’ve highlighted some of my favorite Spring accessories for your viewing pleasure. What are you waiting for? Let’s start planning our Spring wardrobes now!

Corso Como Women’s Spring, $78.00, Spring Step Breezy, $99.00, Karrie Platform Bow Wedge, $24.99

Harajuku Lovers Toffee Carryall, $118.00, Call it Spring Albonese Crossbody, $24.99, Fossil Keyper Printed Satchel, $78.00

Cara Accessories ‘Critter’ Blowfish Crystal Stretch Ring, $42.00, Cara Accessories ‘Critter’ Bee Stretch Ring, $38.00, Cara Accessories ‘Critter’ Butterfly Crystal Stretch Ring, $68.00

Jewelry for Trees 14k Gold Pendant, $167.99, Damask Cutout Bracelet, $7.80, Tiered Teardrop Earrings, $3.80

Filed Under: Accessories, Jewelry, Necklaces, Rings, Spring Fashion Tagged With: Cara Accessories, Fossil, Handbags & Purses, Rings, Sandals, Wedges, women's shoes, Zappos

Up to 85% Off On Summer Essentials at 6pm.com!

August 26, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Are you the type that likes to plan ahead? Then you probably love end-of-season sales, where you can stock up on great basics to enjoy next year! 6pm.com is blowing out summer staples today. Check it out:

SANDALS up to 85% off!

SWIM SALE up to 80% off!

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Endless.Com Sandal Sale

July 22, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Endless.com is having a sandal sale, so it’s not too late to get some sassy shoes to finish off your summer.

And since almost every style comes with either free overnight or two-day shipping, they’ll practically be here before your pedicure dries.

Check out what’s tempting me. They’re all under $30!

Endless.com Sandal Sale

1. Dr. Scholl’s Vally Thong in Pink ($39.00 to $29.74)

2. Bandolino Fayette Thong in Gold ($59.95 to $22.79)

3. Crocs Havana Wedge in Black/Black ($49.95 to $27.41)- I bought a pair of these last summer, and they are soooo comfortable.

4. Report Women’s Sawyer Thong Sandal in Pink ($59.95 to $28.72)

So what do you think? Should I be tempted? And- more importantly – is anything catching your eye? Visit Endless.com!

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Review: Softspots Caylee Comfortable Wedge Sandals

July 9, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

Softspots Caylee

Please pardon my red, swollen feet as I am 33 weeks pregnant now and this is just what happens!

The Softspots Caylee (shown above in Navy) is a bold, patent gladiator dressed up with soft gold stud embellishments and a soft gold adjustable buckle.

They have an extremely comfortable 2 1/2 inch wedge heel that you can easily walk all day in. At least I could! I got these a little over a month ago and have worn them several times, and I haven’t had any issues with them at all.

I got these in a size 7 (my normal size) but I ordered the wide width instead of the normal width because my feet have been a little bigger than usual with this pregnancy.

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Available in Dark Brown Patent, Latte Beige Patent, Osso White Patent, Black Patent and Metall Navy Blue Patent.

Overall, I absolutely love these sandals and would definitely recommend these to anyone looking for comfy shoes with a heel you can wear all day long.

I’d love to hear what you think of these shoes. Would you buy them? What color would you get?

Price: $76.95 (retail)

Purchase: www.Shoeline.com

These sandals were provided to me by Shoeline.com for the purpose of testing and review. Opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation.

Filed Under: Reviews, Shoes Shoes Shoes!, Spring Fashion, Summer Fashion Tagged With: Comfortable Sandals, Comfortable Shoes, Review, Sandals, Shoeline.com, Shoes, Softspots, Softspots Caylee

Review: Born Nordi Comfortable Strappy Sandals

July 8, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

Born Nordi

I’m currently 33 weeks pregnant, so please try to excuse my red, swollen feet and ankles. My feet don’t normally look like this… Honest!

My husband was nice enough to photograph me wearing these cute sandals so I could show you how nice they are. I’ve been wearing these Born Nordi sandals for about a month now and they have quickly become one of my favorite pairs of sandals this summer.

When you want the look of a strappy sandal, but not the height – this gorgeous flat is a terrific option. Reminiscent of the gladiator styles of last summer, these sandals offer style and versatility in one sleek line that will allow you to walk for hours in total comfort.