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PVC shoes and PVC handbags for spring 2019

 in Handbags / Shoes / Trends  tagged pvc / spring 2019 by

staud clear plastic tote bag

pictured: PVC mini tote with removable pouch (current IT bag-see review here)

You knew it was coming back! Clear bags and shoes have been popping up on the runways, and on the streets, for the past few seasons. Now, for the spring 2019 season, they are taking everyone’s closet by storm! That is, if you let PVC into your closet-and I hope you do!

PVC is a fun trend. Let’s face it. You can’t take jelly shoes, or clear handbags, too seriously. This playful trend is popping up mainly in the form of  PVC shoes, and PVC handbags; although, you will find it on other accessories, and on clothing.

The PVC trend has been fading in and out of style for the past five years. While it appeared to fade away roughly two years ago, it really emerged in 2018 to tell the world it was never really gone. In 2019, PVC plans to take over your closet-if you are brave enough to let it.

When it comes to shoes, the PVC trend can be tricky. As we know from the past, PVC is not nice to your skin when it directly rubs against it. PVC edges on shoes can leave you in stitches; literally. Also, PVC shoes that don’t have holes will turn your shoe into a swimming pool; not a good look, and not very comfortable at all. Plus, it’s gross. Ew.

When looking for PVC shoes this spring 2019 season, I recommend finding shoes with edging covered in something soft like leather. Or, look for jelly-like plastic.

Shop PVC shoes for spring 2019:

My favorite way to rock the PVC trend is with a handbag. A PVC handbag won’t hurt your skin, and it is quite fun! You can find PVC handbags in clear white plastic, as well as clear tinted plastic, and solid plastic. Just remember, the see-through plastic is the most on-trend for the spring season. The world wants to see what’s in your bag! Of course, if you don’t want to the world to see what’s in your bag, find one with a pouch; or you can use make-up bags from your closet to hide your belongings.

Shop PVC handbags for spring 2019:

What do you think of the PVC trend for spring 2019? Will  you be rocking it, or skipping it? If you plan to rock it, are you a shoe or a handbag gal? I’m definitely a handbag gal; but you knew that right?! haha

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Icy sidewalk-proof boots for easy walking

 in Shoes  tagged boots / winter 2019 by

fabulous cold weather boots

pictured: cozy faux fur boots with lug sole (on major sale and in three colors) /

It’s that time of year when the sky could be blue, yet the sidewalks are filled with ice; sometimes invisible ice! This means if we wear a pair of shoes or boots with a smooth sole, we could spontaneously slip and fall. Ouch!

The best defense against icy sidewalks, is a lug sole. Unfortunately, many retailers don’t separate their lug sole shoes and boots in their category filter sections online, making sorting out the smooth soles from the ice-proof soles, difficult and time consuming. I have even tried typing “lug sole” into the search box of many retailers’ websites only to yield two or three pairs of shoes in the search results. There are way more then two or three pairs of lug sole shoes and boots on the market-or in stock! C’mon, retailers, get it together!

So, in order to make finding a fabulous pair of boots for winter with a lug sole (which is icy sidewalk-proof) easy for you,  I assembled a few of my favorite pairs from around the web that offer both flat and heeled styles. Now, you can look fabulous without falling while you walk down the street! Love that!

Shop icy sidewalk-proof boots with lug soles:

Have you ever slipped on an icy sidewalk? I slipped once in a cross-walk and some guy laughed at me, it was so embarrassing! I never attempted to wear a smooth sole in icy conditions ever again. Slipping on ice hurts!! I’m so thankful for the invention of the lug sole; and the fact that so many brands and designers offer a lug sole on fabulous boots and shoes with a heel! This 5’4″ girl needs some height! Bring me all the heels! haha

What are your favorite styles of icy sidewalk-proof boots or shoes for the winter season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Jambu boots and a fun surprise

 in Shoes  tagged boots / jambu by

comfortable and fashionable fall boots fashionable fall booties affordable

pictured: Jambu Rimini boots in black /

How cute are these booties from Jambu! I love my Jambu Rimini booties in black. I wear them all the time. They are so perfect for everyday wear; plus these booties are super comfy-love that! So, this is why I am really excited to announce a giveaway!

I have partnered with Jambu to giveaway a fabulous $150 gift certificate to Jambu.com so you too can enjoy these booties; or any shoe you want from their website. Love!

In order to enter to win a fabulous $150 gift certificate to Jambu.com, please visit my Instagram page and enter to win the giveaway!

To enter, all you have to do is follow both me, @BayAreaFashionista and Jambu @Jambuandco, like the post, and tag two of your friends who love shoes too! Then, we will choose one winner at random and that winner will receive a $150 gift certificate to Jambu.com. Loving this!

*Please note, this giveaway is for residents of the United States only. You must be 18 years or older to enter. This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram and no purchase is necessary to enter. Giveaway term starts December 13, 2018 and end at 11:59pm PST on December 17, 2018. Winner will be notified via Instagram DM by December 19, 2018.

You can find the Instagram to enter on right here.

Thank you for all your support and good luck!

XOXO

Cathy

*thank you Jambu for sponsoring this post, all thoughts and opinions are my own

fashionable and comfortable fall boots