Just The Right Shoe For Summer: Havainas

No matter how many people have them, or how many people advertise their product I don't think I could ever get tired of Havainas-the Women's Flip Flops that I think Oprah helped take off a few years ago...they have so many styles and their basics that some may lean more towards...I recently went crazy trying to find the peacock style that had sold out in all Arizona Nordstrom locations...I started to give up and then found it at Macy's in Portland, Oregon.  I always go on the site to just see if there are any styles that scream to me...and as you all probably already saw, I found the India-Elephant style that I had to have...unfortunately, the color I wanted was SOLD OUT---of course:)  But, I ended up getting the color that matches the Tory Burch tunic I want;)  Not only are the styles AMAZING, they are great price--cheap flip flops (ranging from $24 to highest I think is about $50) are perfect and these flip flops are the easiest thing to throw on this summer wherever you are.

Just started scanning some women's sandals to share that catch my eye and just realized there is a paisley style...boo, I just did an order...decision: order another pair or wait it out...we shall see:)

Note: These flip flops come in different heights from the classic flat to a wedge style for people who can't bare to wear a flat no how comfy they want to be:)

Just Spotted a Tory Tunic That Has Made Me Melt

I know everyone probably knows about my LOVE of elephants for probably the last year...well, I was just searching for a page on Tory's site to share on my Twitter account and found the love of my life...an elephant print tunic that would match the elephant Limited Edition flip flops I just got from Havainas!!  I have to have this tunic now...sadly, I have to wait till the price drops a bit...but, I think I will be ok:)

While on the site I started to surf (of course)...and see why I am so connected to the Tory Burch brand...she is inspired by all of the locations that I love, Dubai, Morocco, France and Rome.

Your Feet Deserve Nothing But The Best This Summer

Yes, we all own the infamous, plastic sandal...and even if you paid a pretty penny with one of the DELUXE Havaianas....just nothing can compare to a pair of designer brand shoes for the summer...No, every pair you get will not have that designer price point, but at least one pair should get your through the summer taking a basic ensemble to another level with the craftsmanship that a pair of designer sandals should carry.

Some brands to consider for your summer wardrobe are:

Faryl Robin is a trendy new designer that I have a pair of shoes from and have worn them from all day in India to every occasion here at home. They are not only comfy, but they are just a perfect trend investment for this season because I know I will wear the shoes with everything. And, keep that in mind when you purchase your one "Designer" shoe for this summer.
How much will you wear them? Stuart Weitzman...a brand that before working at Stems a shoe Boutique, I didn't realize was one of the American designers of his time...everyone LOVES a pair of Sturart's...it is like the idea of having a Manolo or a Jimmy...Stuart has been around for a long time, known how to make a shoe just right for a woman and creates amazing designs that can be worn forever. I fell in love with the color of this shoe when it came into Stems recently and had to share!
Cole Haan, a brand that is owned by Nike, so carries the comfort of a sneaker but the sleekness every woman's shoe should have. Slingbacks are sexy style to have for the summer...the heel is not too high and the point is perfect for any look from jeans to dresses and skirts.

Although I want to say to avoid short with this style shoe, I think that CB wore a pair of slingbacks with shorts, a long jacket and a paper boy hat...so, to each their own:)