Nicole was wearing a yellow maxi dress with a deep V-neck and a slit at the front. She also had on sunglasses and brown wedge gladiator sandals.

The sandals are by Balenciaga. These ...]]> Nicole Richie, former TV star and now businesswoman just turned the big 3-0. Nicole had birthday lunch with friends at the Italian eatery Cecconi.

Nicole was wearing a yellow maxi dress with a deep V-neck and a slit at the front. She also had on sunglasses and brown wedge gladiator sandals.

The sandals are by Balenciaga. These sandals were released a few years ago (in fact they were the most popular and most copied sandals in 2009) so they are no longer available in the stores.   We did find the following beautiful alternatives to Nicole’s sandals from Endless:

Aquatalia by Marvin K Xcite Wedge

This sandal from Aquatalia by Marvin K Xcite Wedge    is funkier than the Balenciaga sandal. The upper part of the sandal has wood, studs, and bejeweled details. The upper part of the sandal is made of waterproof leather and manmade sole. The heel of the sandal is 3 inches.

The next sandal is only 2″ but it still looks fabulous because it is made entirely of leather:

Dolce Vita Gasha Wedge Sandal

The Gasha wedge sandal has thin leather straps, leather lining, and leather sole. It’s the kind of sandal that you can wear with jeans, skirts, shorts, and dresses.

Maxstudio Skool Wedge Sandal

This Maxstudio sandal features studs and buckles. It’s  more complex that Nicole’s sandal but it’s certainly not over-the-top. The stacked wooden heel of the sandal is 3.5″. The upper part of the sandal is made of leather but the sole is made of man-made material.

The next sandal from Me Too is as simple and chic as the sandals that Nicole had on.

Me Too Shayanne Wedge Sandal

The Me Too sandal is made of leather upper and rubber sole. It is 4″ high.

The next sandal is called the Jackson wedge by Cynthia Vincent.

Cynthia Vincent Jackson Wedge

The sandal is made of leather sandal and leather sole. The heel is 4″ while the platform is 1″. It’s the sandal that you can wear with flared jeans so you can get additional inches to your height.

Get as much as 50% off on selected merchandise from the store until this weekend. The sale ends on Sunday, July 31; so hurry and click-click-click on the items and checkout a full Bloomingdales brown bag.

Below are some of the sandals included in the sale:

Calvin Klein Flat Sarra Sandal

Dolce ...]]> It’s time to get click-happy at Bloomingdale’s.

Get as much as 50% off on selected merchandise from the store until this weekend. The sale ends on Sunday, July 31; so hurry and click-click-click on the items and checkout a full Bloomingdales brown bag.

Below are some of the sandals included in the sale:

Calvin Klein Flat Sarra Sandal

Dolce Vita Nyle SandalJuicy Couture Zsa Zsa Sandal

Michael by Michael Kors MK Cork Sandal

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Jessica Alba is possibly the hottest pregnant celebrity in ...]]> Can anyone help us ID the platform sandals worn by Jessica Alba while shopping last Thursday (July 7). We think we’ve seen these sandals before, but because we spend a big chunk of our waking hours looking at shoes online, we can’t remember where we’ve seen them.

Jessica Alba Out and About in Beverly Hills

Jessica Alba is possibly the hottest pregnant celebrity in Hollywood these days. The actress wears all these breezy maxi dresses and the most amazing shoes while doing random errands.

While we search for Jessica’s sandals online, here are some equally fashionable but less towering platform sandals that you can wear with girly dresses:

Franco Sarto Pandora

Dolce Vita Emery

Ralph Lauren Shirla

p.s. We know this is a shoe blog but if you’re also interested in Jessica’s dress, you can get it from Revolve Clothing.

Tibi Runway Paisley Maxi Dress

Right now you can get 15% off your shoe purchase (except ...]]> Summer is the perfect time to haul your sandals out of the closet and to have them in heavy circulation again. If you don’t have pretty sandals to show off your perfectly painted toe nails, we suggest you check out the sandals at DNA Footwear.

Right now you can get 15% off your shoe purchase (except for UGG items) from DNA Footwear by using coupon code SAVE15. You have to hurry though because the coupon code expires tomorrow- May 30.

Here are some of our favorite sandals from DNA Footwear:

Charles David Baub Casual Flat Sandal

Dolce Vita Dauphin Sandal

Groove Ukrane Flat Gladiator Sandal

Maria Mare Flat Sandal

OTBT Fallbrook Casual Sandal

Please share with us your sandal choices after browsing DNA Footwear.

It comes in black leather, and sports crisscross straps at the upper and a tassel pull at the back zipper. It’s one of the newest style offerings from Dolce Vita and is currently an editor’s pick at Shopbop. ...]]> I came across this exquisite wedge sandal from Dolce Vita – the Dolce Vita Jade Platform Wedge Sandals:

It comes in black leather, and sports crisscross straps at the upper and a tassel pull at the back zipper. It’s one of the newest style offerings from Dolce Vita and is currently an editor’s pick at Shopbop. Let’s take some more look at it to see why Shopbop likes it so much:

Dolce Vita Jade Platform Wedge Sandals

How do you like it? Love it, too? As for me, I’m absolutely ecstatic about it! The sleek finish of its black leather is sophisticated and lends that luxurious feel to the whole shoe. It looks seamless which makes it unique and even more splendid! Overall, this black beauty would make any leg look stunning.

If you want to grab a pair, shop for them at Shopbop for just $191.00.

Now, let’s see how you can style this Dolce Vita Jade Platform Wedge Sandal to maximize its style power. For starters, you can pair it with this sweet sheath for that soft edgy look:

Dress: BCBGMAXAZRIA Ivory Ikat Printed Stretch Jersey Belted Strapless Dress, $95.00

Or, you can vamp up your party look with it with either of these sexy tanks, and add a flirty little mini:

Black Top: BCBGeneration Black Knit Tear Detail Scoop Neck Tank, $21.99; Animal-Print Top: Sharon Segal Black Leopard Print Burnout Jersey Tank, $57.99; Skirt: BCBGeneration Black Stretch Sateen Pleated Mini Skirt, $38.99

Either way, the Dolce Vita Jade Platfrom Wedge Sandals will work well with any apparel and would totally make you look gorgeous!

You can shop for all the clothes at Bluefly.

Here’s the deal: Heels.com, your fabulous online shoe store, is offering $25 off from your purchases of $100 or more in their End of Winter Sale, which starts from now until midnight of Sunday, January 23! How great ...]]>

How do you like to get new roman sandals at huge discounts? Definitely a big “Like”, I’m sure!

Here’s the deal: Heels.com, your fabulous online shoe store, is offering $25 off from your purchases of $100 or more in their End of Winter Sale, which starts from now until midnight of Sunday, January 23! How great is that! You can grab a pair, or more, of new roman sandals at great bargains! What a better time to sport new stylish roman sandals! All you need to do is enter the Coupon Code WINTER25 at checkout and you’re good to go.

Here are samples of what you can grab from Heels.com’s amazing End of Winter Sale:

DV by Dolce Vita: Cleo – Natural Leather, $89.99

Guess Shoes: Closed 2 – Black Multi Syn, $94.49

Chinese Laundry: Sweet Dream – Taupe, $59.99

Luichiny: Frank Lee – Brown, $64.99

Love them? Well start shopping at Heels.com now before these and other gorgeous footwear sell out. Happy shopping!

Well, she does have a lot to smile and be sweet about. She’s expecting and she has a new show called Love Bites.

Becki ...]]> Becki Newton was spotted with her hubby (Chris Diamantopoulos) at LAX last July 6 and the ex-Ugly Betty star was all sweet and lovey dovey with her husband while waiting for their ride.

Well, she does have a lot to smile and be sweet about. She’s expecting and she has a new show called Love Bites.

Becki Newton and hubby Chris Diamantopoulos, July 6

(photo credit: Just Jared)

That aside, the pair on her feet was what caught most of my attention. The pieces she wore for travel were actually very simple, but together, they looked harmonious. I love the printed top underneath the jean jacket and scarf; even her bag choice and bangles were worth complimenting. But what really carried the whole outfit were her sandals. It was the final touch that completed the look; the dot at the end of the sentence.

Here’s a zoom view of the pair:

Becki’s sandals

From the front, they look more like booties because of the extra wide T. But up close you can see the straps on the sides. Obviously what makes this one very distinct is the zipper feature.

I don’t know who made these yet, but I did find similar styles you might be interested in:

Dolce Vita Neve Sandals, on sale for US$141 (Zappos.com)

Luichiny Frank Lee Sandals, on sale for US$33 (Heels.com)

Naturalizer Jaida Sandals, US$50 (Zappos.com)

]]> http://www.myromansandals.com/2010/07/becky-newton-travels-in-comfortable-zippered-sandals/feed/ 0 http://www.myromansandals.com/2010/06/freshest-of-the-fresh-5-new-sandal-picks-from-shopbop-com/ http://www.myromansandals.com/2010/06/freshest-of-the-fresh-5-new-sandal-picks-from-shopbop-com/#comments Sat, 12 Jun 2010 07:47:02 +0000 Roselle http://www.myromansandals.com/?p=1589 You know when shoes are fresh when its sizes are complete and in stock. That’s how I check which ones are new at Shopbop.com. The designer goods there get snagged easily so the sizes usually end up broken after a short while.

Now among its new arrivals, we’ve picked out these stylish and very in-the-moment sandals ...]]> You know when shoes are fresh when its sizes are complete and in stock. That’s how I check which ones are new at Shopbop.com. The designer goods there get snagged easily so the sizes usually end up broken after a short while.

Now among its new arrivals, we’ve picked out these stylish and very in-the-moment sandals for you to muse over (and shop for!).

These come in small women’s size 5 or 6 all the way through large women’s size 10, so the possibility of experiencing frustration and disappointment when you realize it doesn’t come in your size will be very slim.

Elizabeth and James Sky Suede Booties and Elastic Straps, US$350

Camilla Skovgaard T Strap Corset Suede Sandals, US$488

Vera Wang Lavander Label Abby Platform Sandals, US$275

Tory Burch Geoff High Heel Sandals, US$325

Dolce Vita Spencer Platform Sandals, US$170

Now if you like any of these sandals, don’t let it slip through your fingers. Visit Shopbop.com and get it in your size. Otherwise, somebody else will and you’ll miss your chance.

Wondering what to give your mom this Mother’s Day (May 9th)? How about treating her with a basketful of sandals?

Because of the time she puts in taking care of the family, she probably hasn’t done any shopping for herself. So why not do the shopping for her instead? We’re pretty sure she will appreciate the ...]]>

Wondering what to give your mom this Mother’s Day (May 9th)? How about treating her with a basketful of sandals?

Because of the time she puts in taking care of the family, she probably hasn’t done any shopping for herself. So why not do the shopping for her instead? We’re pretty sure she will appreciate the effort.

Give her comfortable and easy to wear sandals so she can walk in style while doing the errands. Put in some stylish heeled ones too so she can have options for those date nights with your dad. You can even throw in an outfit or two.

Your goal? Make her look and feel like a hot momma!

We have selected 5 stylish flat and heeled sandals as a sample set for your Mother’s Day basket. Make sure you wrap each pair with a ribbon. We included a couple of purses and dresses just in case you want to give her the whole ensemble!

Don’t forget, before you make your purchase, make sure you know her size.

Zippered back for easy wearing. Thong straps for a feminine appeal.

Dolce Vita Ivory, US$129

Spring appropriate espadrilles to keep her in trend. Elastic straps for easy wearing. Comfortable 3″ wedge heel.

Kenneth Cole Reaction Game of Dare, US$79

Single buckle closure for easy wearing. Comfortable 3.5″ cork heel. Snakeskin material for that exotic and in-season look.

Touch of Nina Larado, US$60

Wear with:

Black dress: Three Dots Draped Cap Sleeve, US$135; Mini Crossbody: Etienne Aigner Christina, US$50; Hobo Bag: Dakine Hustle, US$36; Clutch: Element Serena, US$34

Strappy and woven detailing for that stylish kick. Zippered back for easy wearing. Low wedge heel for that subtle lift. Neutral color for easy pairing.

Zodiac Ashley, US$60

Elastic ankle straps for easy wearing. Bejeweled T strap for added flair. Comfortable 2.5″ inch. Faux snakesking metallic leather for a trendy look.

Rialto Del Rio, US$36

Wear with:

White dress: Gabriella Rocha Safran, US$100; Brown crossbody: Ecko Red Dusk Till Dawn, US$55; Clutch: Calvin Klein Plush Croco Clutch, US$68

You can shop for the sandals at Shoes.com while the dresses and bags can be purchased from Zappos.com. Both online stores offer FREE Shipping!

Halle Berry (March 14)

Halle Berry (April 2)

(all phots care of Just Jared)

In both occasions, she kept it comfy, straightforward, ...]]> Actress Halle Berry has been spotted more often recently. Last month, she was seen buying a Radio Flyer Tricycle for her daughter’s birthday; and just  a few days ago, she was spotting visiting some friends in LA.

Halle Berry (March 14)

Halle Berry (April 2)

(all phots care of Just Jared)

In both occasions, she kept it comfy, straightforward, simple, and sexy by wearing a pair of t-strap thong sandals.

The pair on her may seem ordinary, but it is a classic and will never go out of style. It has a more universal appeal compared to the traditional gladiator design, and definitely easier to match with as well.

For example, in the first picture, Halle wore the sandals with a more casual outfit – plain tee and cargo pants. But in the second picture, she paired it with something a little more dressed up – black leggings and a multicolored chiffon top.

Because these shoes  are multipurpose, having at least one pair  in your closet is a must. The good thing is it isn’t hard to find. Check out the following t-strap thong sandals from Shopbop.com:

Tory Burch Emmy Flat Thong Sandals

Dolce Vita Ivory Ring Thong Sandals

Frye Kayla T-Strap Studded Sandals

K. Jacques Picon Thong Sandals

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Jewel Thong Sandals