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Mary Janes for fall 2015

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fall 2015 shoe trends

Pictured: Red Mary Janes (I own these and love them! Almost sold out) / Black Mary Janes ( IT shoe for fall. Almost sold out) / Burgundy Mary Janes / Patent Leather Mary Janes (I own these, very comfortable and fabulous!) / Color Blocked Mary Janes / Low Heel Mary Janes

Mary Janes are a hot trend in shoes for the fall 2015 season. This school-girl shoe style was spotted on the runways in New York, Milan, Paris, and London for autumn 2015, and it has taken over store shelves for fall!

The Mary Jane is a classic shoe style. Chances are you owned a pair as a child, and perhaps a pair or two as an adult. You may recall when Sarah Jessica Parker once referenced a popular pair of Mary Janes as her character “Carrie” on famed television show “Sex and the City;” “Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes! I thought these were an urban legend!” This was in reference to then IT shoe, the Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes; now considered a classic closet staple.

If you own a pair of Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes, you have a head start on the fall 2015 season! If not, and you are seeking the IT shoe du jour, look no further than this one by Prada. It has been flying off store shelves; especially in black!

Mary Janes for fall 2015 are being shown in various styles. There are block heels, stiletto heels, skinny heels, low heels, high heels; even no heels! You are sure to find the heel you love on a pair of fall 2015 Mary Jane shoes.

The color palette for Mary Janes this season includes classic black, silver, shades of pink, shades of red, and color blocking. Fabrications include suede, patent leather, faux leather, and regular leather.

The Mary Jane is being worn with flare jeans (high heeled of course), midi skirts, and a-line mini skirts. The block heeled version of the Mary Jane compliments the current 70’s trend we are seeing in fall fashion.

I have invested in two pairs of Mary Janes for the fall season. I will be packing them in my suitcase for my upcoming trip to New York for fashion week. This red pair, and this black pair.

The Mary Jane is a comfortable shoe style for walking and standing. I have found the ankle strap holds the shoe in place, and the block heels offer sturdiness, which lends itself well to walking, and standing, for long periods of time. They are a great alternative to traditional pumps!

I found a few fabulous Mary Janes for the fall 2015 season around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale fall 2015 my picks

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nordstrom anniversary sale best picks top sellers fall 2015

From top left: Coat (amazing closet staple-must have!) / MAC makeup / Ruana (I am buying this! Hot trend for fall!) / Watch (classic and perfect) / Shoulder Bag (Great price and on trend for fall!) / Booties (I’m buying these!) / Leather Jacket (WANT!) / Chloe Tote (amazing price for a classic tote!) / Heels (so amazing!)

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for fall 2015 is here! This is exciting because it is the only event which offers new fall merchandise at sale prices. 

Nordstrom has a large selection of on-trend apparel, shoes, handbags, jewelry, and more for the fall 2015 season at great prices. I have carefully gone through Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale for fall 2015 and found a few on-trend items for the fall 2015 season which are great deals. These pieces will take you through the fall season, and quickly turn into instant favorites! Love that!

I hope you enjoy my picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for fall 2015. I cannot wait to get my hands on a few of these pieces too. To shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for fall 2015, please click here.

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is offered to cardholders only from July 9-16. Starting on July 17, the sale opens up to the public and runs through August 2, 2015.

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Shop my picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for fall 2015:

Flat sandals for summer 2015

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flat sandals for summer 2015

Flat Sandals for summer 2015 from top left:  blue sandals / ivory sandals / cognac sandals / spa sandals

Flat sandals are a staple in every summer wardrobe. They are easy to walk in, cool on hot summer days, and reflect trends from the runways in Paris, Milan, New York, and London. Love that!

This summer season, flat sandals are reflecting several runway trends which have proved to be hot on the street. The main trends in flat sandals for summer 2015 include:

Spa Sandals: The spa sandal is a huge trend this summer 2015 season. The spa sandal evokes the comfortable, relaxed vibe one feels after a day at the spa. The iconic spa sandal offers two large straps which criss-cross over the top of the foot. There is no back strap or heel on a spa sandal. Since this sandal type does not offer a lot of support for walking, look for thick footbeds, like the spa sandal pictured above, as well as cushioning. This will add a little bit of substance to the shoe, and make it comfortable for walking on a warm summer day.

Gladiator sandals: This trend will not go away! Gladiator sandals seem to fade in and out of style every few seasons. With the boho trend, and 1970’s trend, in full effect, the gladiator sandal has taken front and center as a huge trend in sandals for summer 2015. Although this style is available in heels, wedges, and flats, the flat sandal style is the most flattering style on one’s legs; and let’s face it, the easiest to walk in! Look for neutral colors or black.

Classic kids sandals: Remember in third grade when your Mom bought you a pair of purple sandals with an ankle strap and one thick strap of leather over the top of your foot? Your best friend has them in orange, and the girl who sat in the front of the classroom had them in brown. Well, they are back! This time, for adults. Look for this style in bi-colors, neutrals, shade of white, and black. Love this pair.

Birkenstocks: Did you think they went away? Nope! Birkenstocks are still hot on the street for summer 2015. This boho shoe style not only fits into the boho trend and 1970’s trend, it also fits into the 90’s trend which is still lingering in the background. Let’s face it, us GenXer’s lived in Birkenstocks in high school and college, while Pearl Jam blared on our stereos. Although often associated with boho-chic, Birkenstocks evoke a nostalgic feeling for those of use who came of age in 90’s. Look for new fabrications, colors, and metallics to spice up your summer wardrobe.

Overall, flat sandals for summer 2015 are offering comfortable styles, boho lines, neutral colors, and a little bit of sass to the warm weather season. What is your favorite style of flat sandals for summer 2015?

Flat sandals for summer 2015: