Monday Style: Loeffler Randall

Lily Wedge Bootie

Gaia Platform Bootie

Ellis Stacked Heel Boot

Monday Style: Fresh From Fiorentini + Baker FW 2012

These gorgeous new styles from Fiorentini + Baker are my favorites for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2012:

Moody Marla + Babylon Beryl
Babylon Betta + Nicolle Nita

Monday Style: Bright Pink Shoes

Lulu by Provensen

Monday Style: There Is A Hint Of Fall In The Air + Fried Green Tomatoes

There is a hint of fall in the air. The summer is winding down. Our tomato plants still have many fruits on them, yet the sun isn't being generous anymore to make them ripe as it did back in June and July. That means there will be Fried Green Tomatoes on our menu for a while (my favorite recipe here).

Speaking of the upcoming fall's style, there are so many amazing products that I want to add to my wardrobe. These Desert Wedges by TOMS being one of them. I want them both: in Chestnut and Black. People rave about them, so I better hurry up before they run out of my size. I also like to support the good cause: for every pair purchased TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need!

Monday Style: Guest Post: Summer Whites

It is Monday and I am super-excited to start this new week with a guest post by Suzonne Stirling of Urban Comfort. A professional stylist who's work has been published in Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle, Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, Parents, Nick Jr., as well as other publications, Suzonne is a true master of her craft. She has a perfect eye for timeless, elegant and graceful style, and I am simply honored she agreed to put together this beautiful post for my readers. Thank you, Suzonne!!!

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Hello readers of navyblueshoe! I was so flattered when invited to share a post here. So thank you to Olga for having me today!

I'm a huge fan of neutrals, and done right, I don't think they ever have to be boring. Take white, for instance. It's the perfect backdrop for summer, but it's hardly one-dimensional. Artfully layered, it takes on different personalities, from bright and fresh to subtle and moody. The key is to mix textures and tones, and I always like to throw in some elements from nature, natural foliage or wood, for balance. Fresh, simple, and just right for the season.

This is Glamorous (photography by Polly Wreford for "At Home with White" by Atlanta Bartlett)

Eye Poetry Photography

Pantofola D'Oro Lace Up Oxford via Bodie and Fou

A Rosy Note

Lee Wolfe Pottery

Dreamy Whites

New England Home

Louise Rastall Interior Stylist

Found Folios (Photographer Leigh Beisch)

Monday Style: Mad About Tangerine

SHABD Tangerine Day Gown

COMME DES GARCONS Embossed Leather Pouch

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Kiara Shoes

ALICE + OLIVIA Evie Side Scrunch Dress

GIVENCHY Antigona Tote

Monday Style: Summer-Ready

The warmer it gets the more I gravitate towards simplicity & light. Little by little our house is shedding its deep decor colors, and lots of whites and neutrals are making their appearance. My closet, too, is getting reorganized. I push all of the cozy items to the back. I pull warm weather clothing out. I shop. I introduce more neutrals, more than ever before. I crave simple cotton and linen, some silk. I accessorize. I add metallics. I am ready, summer-ready!

Alcyone Sandal

Covina Dress

Stripe Bag

Monday Style: Five Evening Shoes from Marni

Runway Pump | Ballerina | Pink Pump | Suede Pump | Gold Snake Sandal

Monday Style: Five Summer Shoes From Marni

Runway Clog | Chain Sandal | Green Wedge | Polka-Dot Mary-Jane | Striped Clog

Monday Style: Stripes

Happy Monday everyone! I am starting this new week with something I have been a huge fan of for as long as I remember: STRIPES. When worn thoughtfully, a nice stripe will flatter anyone. It will give confidence and bring a timeless touch to any ensemble. Just think of Coco Chanel who introduced the world of fashion to the famous horizontal striped shirt, traditionally worn by sailors and fishermen.

With the audacious direction in which our modern fashion is going I am especially thrilled to witness (and wear myself) mixed patterns; nowadays they are more acceptable than ever before! It has to be well edited and not overdone, but mixing stripe with plaid or florals, or even better - polka-dots, can look absolutely amazing. Just be mindful of scale.

Going back to plain old stripe, I simply love it and cannot get enough of it. This little selection I put together is just a small drop in the ocean of what the fashion industry offers today. Hope you enjoy it!

Tie Back Stripe Swing Top, LOFT
Chevron Comfort Set, Anthropologie
Stripe Sweater-Skirt, J.Crew
Multi Colored Wedge, Pierre Hardy
Striped Canvas/Printed Python Bag, Proenza Shouler
Petit Bateau Turtleneck, Ann Mashburn
Benji Shorts, A.L.C.

Monday Style: Fresh From Fiorentini + Baker SS 2012

Happy Monday! Hope you all enjoyed your weekend. I did enjoy mine, even though it was rainy and gray outside. I am starting to look forward to spring, in need of sunshine and warm weather. The forecast from Fiorentini + Baker's Spring/Summer 2012 collection promises a lot of amazing styles. Here are some of my favorites:

1. Eternity 7040 boots: look like a million bucks
2. Carnaby - Casper: the Italian take on cowboy boots
3. Nico - Nancy: dress it up with sandals that are pure Gold
4. Alida Bag: amazing carry-all in soft buttery leather

Friday Art: Drink More Water

Fashion Illustration by navyblueshoe, ink on paper

Shop the look: similar turtleneck available at Revolve Clothing, skirt at J.CREW, shoes at Ruche

Monday Style: She Is A Vision

Halvah Maxi Dress by Leifsdottir

Pillow Talk Nailpolish, a personal favorite from Essie
Fresh from Fresh: Sugar Passion Lip Treatment
Foxglove Boots by Pezzella
Victorian Cameo Ring by Doyle & Doyle

Monday Style: Brand New Wardrobe

It is Monday. The end of Daylight Saving Time makes days seem noticeably shorter. The chill is in the air, lots of it... It is time to brighten up the wardrobe with items that will keep you happy, warm and super-stylish. I am so happy to see the variety of styles this fall's fashion has to offer! These are my favorite selections for this week:
Lulu Blue/Gray Hat from Line Collection by Claudia Schulz
Harlequinade Necklace from Anthropologie
Swizzle Socks in Gold from Marc By Marc Jacobs
Leather Wedge Lace-Up Shoes by Burberry
Linea Cropped Cardi in Lilac from Anthropologie
Tile-Quilted Pencil Skirt by Charlie & Robin

Best This Fall from Fiorentini + Baker

The weather is cooling off, the days are noticeably shorter, there is a slight hint of fall in the air. The change of season means the change of wardrobe and accessories. Here are some of my favorites from Fiorentini + Baker:

1. Nico - Nacho Boots
2. Eternity - Egon Boots
3. Sella Bag
4. Ziggy - Zira Clogs
5. Eternity - Elk Booties

Shoehorn: A Beautiful Necessity

Every respectful shoe requires a shoehorn.
I came across this old piece walking through Blue Elephant. Made out of solid brass with a horse head as its handle it is not only useful, but also beautiful. I placed it by the entrance, where the shoes go on and off. A sucker for pretty objects, I admire how this piece adds old-world charm to our old-world house.
I suddenly feel very proper. My old shoehorn from Aldo is demoted to the mudroom.

All Shades Of Summer

RASPBERRIES: Tassel Platform by Viktor & Rolf

BLACKBERRIES: Wilshire Boulevard Bag by Leifsdottir

YELLOW TOMATOES: Lemon Liftoff Blouse by Girls from Savoy

WATERMELON: Emma Multi-Drip Long Dress by Torn

APRICOTS: Pegs in Solid Fluro Orange by Karen Walker

Navy-Blue Shoe Has A Suede Twin!

Kona Bay Velvet Wide Heel Pumps from Shop Ruche

Friday Arts & Crafts: Navy Blue Shoe: The Birth

NBS Study

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