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Inexpensive stocking stuffers for the adored Tic Tok users-or party flair for anyone's outfits- fun style galore from online destinations that won't have any trend over expiration dates. R a in b ow Unicorn Birthday Surprise: Sure-that name is kitschy-made for Influencer/Pinterest set-but any age female will love the glammy super inexpensive earrings-and hair accessories like splashy bows, barrettes, headbands. our pick- ANIA earrings $25. NINA  has polished pearls  (faux but fab) and crystal jewelry pieces- in matchy earring necklace sets-and pretty chokers to wear anywhere. Sugary sweet-or goth leaning gals- DOLLS KILL! has that irreverent " HOLIDAZE "  'tude- and a plethora of mini skirts, frilly to piece frocks, to flats, thigh-high boots + platform kicks and sequin loaded accessories...to attire the female that goes with the mood. LOVE especially-the faux furs and pink glitter cowboy kicks (pictured).

Previewing the new Pendleton Woolen Mills footwear collection-featuring OUTLEISURE® styles by acclaimed Portland Product Werks...last December 6, 2018-we knew immediately these kicks were the best autumnal line Deets: Most styles $40-200...all fashion/function...in three lines according to the press release-LIVE, EXPLORE, RELAX. We say-all amazingly versatile. Pendleton sneakers Taking so many pictures-we figured everyone else would agree -so until the collection was for sale, we waited...cause inst-a grativiation for these cold weather shoes-would be---well-instant. Vibram oursole Now shoes are becoming available online and for pre-order: Islesgate Wedge Some of our fav looks-wedges, high boots, lightweight trainers, faux fur-faux shearling cozy lining/collar-in boots (moisture wicking)+ slides-slippers-mocs-mules (replace your UGGS ALREADY...)...the Pacific northwest- southwestern textile uppers/trims. Added plus-great shoe construction=waterproof suede o...

AND/or really likes to wear one. Top footwear picks for multi-color flair: Party Pretty: Poolside, Beach, City Glam alert: this Vanna multi-color glitter sandal ($79) with matching handbag  and perfect Karlotta earrings ($38) transport us to a life lived in a Slim Aarons poolside photo or spent swirling a cocktail at some swank soirée on under city lights.  source This Daybreaks MINX slide ( $49) manages to be super well made as pricier designer brands--- crafts-y jute raffia trim really elevates this summer staple to an elegant wardrobe addition. Multi-hued straps in stretchy web and shiny patent (vegan fyi)-plus cushioning footbed in equally solid color = makes us actually want to get a matching pedicure (too).   no worries-the all black option with different textures-makes even the monotone option VERY interesting. Hike On: Trails or Streets: Who would have thought that a rugged worthy hiker (Adidas Outdoor Terrex ...

70's Funky Platforms + 90's  Foot Stompers Dr Martens get fiercer...more colorful and a bit taller with a reboot from Vibram's customized-repair  SOLE FACTOR service. Thinking of a spring wardrobe refresh...grab a fav pair of sandals or shoes a bit worn underneath-go online to select from a plethora of colors/thicknesses-weight/grip-traction---or leave up to the professional cobblers at Vibram...fill out the downloadable SOLE FACTOR form....mail away...and wait 2-3 weeks for your customize. ONLINE INFO  and contact #.

Step On It Flashy + Fun colors/trims in footwear ... Wedding wear maestro Antonia Riva 's feminine decorative sneakers aren't just for brides...  Summit by White Mountain-red pops in a walk ez Victorian lace up block heel MADDISON Black Leather boot onside now $69.99 NINA- foot soothers- cork footbeds in comfy slides-new collection  delivering for Spring WHAT ELSE:  via GIPHY customize Nike your  kicks-splashy Abstract Expressionist style-or perked up w/ embroidery, dip dyes, patches etc... online- or insta  gratification at new SNEAKER BARs- including new awesome  flagship Fifth Avenue - Midtown/NYC, on the Left Coast-Melrose/LA store- or our hidden treasure- Spring St/Broadway (529 Broadway)

It's doubtful most holiday time purchases of apparel/footwear set off brain cells on just how 'dirty' that industry is.  Still-companies themselves are getting schooled and acting on environmentally friendly initiatives to clean out some of the toxicity from sourcing-manufacturing-delivery chains. On the home front brick/mortar retailers...are selectively editing their offerings -with greener merchandise getting stocked.  In lower Manhattan... Bishop Collective  's (143 Ludlow Street) careful picks include multiple indie designers making (in the USA) modern clothing/jewelry-all  ethically designed and sourced. In town???- The  Designer Series Sessions  this month  feature meet/greets with seven designers-for not only in person style help- but also highlighting exclusive one-off items-which is pretty remarkable for the 99.9% of us who can't 'touch' price-wise , couture handmade anything. Voyager Sleek Parley w/ Boost and Stealth out...

Getting aways to anywhere via public transport - demand multi-tasking, thoughtful clothing. No checked baggage or single purpose anything-head to toe apparel/footwear needs to function in many environments. No wonder outdoor brands are becoming urban mainstream labels.. .that stuff is made to last, weather tough-and now-fashion-y enough-for today's casually dressed traveller. Not an item to wear-but a traveller's essential...the multi-tool pocket 'knife.' Raise your hand -a round of applause.if you've had yours confiscated by TSA. via GIPHY OKAY THAT WOULD BE EVERYBODY. Solution- Victorinox Swiss Army multi-tool less the blades-travel ready-TSA okay. YAY. Award winning Jetsetter@work Alex knife  $70 has a removable 3.0/3.1 USB stick (on the left) with 16 GB of storage (ideal to store all those pictures you're gonna take w/o having to access a cloud service)-plus six functions-scissors, bottle opener, wire stripper, Phillips screwdriver0/1 m...

Another horrid story-a few days back... (another!!!!!) malnourished whale dying because it mistook ocean plastic as food-underscoring a world wide crisis that 18  billion pounds of plastic waste is dumped in the ocean, annually. It might seem a bit 'off' to highlight a commercial enterprise  -but it's also a big deal too-and in turn...helps create an eco awareness-when the popular global brand-ADIDAS - expands its well selling collab with PARLEY for the Oceans . Terrex Parley CC Voyager -sock like fit, Stealth® rubber outsole for grip, midsole sidewall- drainage and comfort level-is amazing-EVA footbed and TPU toe bump for protection. Overlays keep the foot stable.  For Fall -ADIDAS Outdoor...more Terrex footwear styles and outdoor apparel ...made with yarn -textile-from plastic trash-retrieved from the ocean (Parley Ocean Plastic™)---were recently previewed. FOR NOW...there a several summer ready super comfy -form fitting-woven upper sneakers -lifestyl...

It's Not What You Think... via GIPHY No -we're not talking $ plastic surgery-but a much easier+wallet friendly way-to turn back the clock-5-15 years(+) for something   maybe   more important than your selfie enhancement procedure--- customizing a  fav pair of shoes . YES! A new lease on life- retrofit ...of any footwear (just about)...no healing required-for those Sex In The City era pumps,  Burning Man-runway worthy comfort sandals,  moto boots that have lost their grrrrr, athletic boots worn of their functional pop... and for even added snazzy swagger of drab dress shoes for truly personalized work-to-play style.  VIBRAMs SOLE FACTOR Program and current tour is the solution. Simple to Follow Custom Repair Steps: peruse the Vibram outsole option types - available online. ..and mail or bring in a pair to one of the many designated cobblers-available coast to coast-who can add serious sass  (eye-candy patterns -colors)  serious grip (th...

A recent Puerto Rico Ironman 70.3-had us appreciating (experiencing) the clean ocean waters. Which is partially why we heart big time...that plastic bottles -retrieved and recycled by non-profit Parley For The Oceans - end up as uppers in the continuing popular collaboration with the sport-performance-fashion giant,  Adidas.  (Other reasons-comfort, good looks, functional). The snazzy looking Parley kicks' collection has sold over a million-and counting. New Spring additions for ADIDAS OUTDOORS- feature quick dry climacool® woven uppers made from recycled yarns and outsoles boasting the brand's grippy Traxion®or Stealth® rubber outsoles (in Boat and Voyager $90-$120 ).  via GIPHY Great Pacific Garbage Patch- world's largest mass of ocean garbage-now 2x the size of Texas TERREX CC VOYAGER PARLEY -has toe protection+lightweight EVA midsole for long term cushioning drainage system through midsole sidewalls Stealth® rubber grippy outsole (from si...

A coveted secret of footwear addicts.. .and well know performance outsole musts for outdoor enthusiasts... Vibram's rubber soles are unique (patented) takes on the best underfoot protection... via GIPHY  fyi-shoes aren't heated... ...acclaimed for durability, protective,  cushioning abilities- and grab appeal (the latest-Arctic Grip-is practically a 'miracle on ice')... but are also fashion statements. 

L.L. Bean, Adidas Outdoors, Carhartt, ULU Boots, OBOZ Slush, snow, ice-for a few days-or a few weeks-require focused footwear.  Top picks for weather beaters, boot wise-with enough style to wear weekdays-week-ends. via GIPHY

TOP PICKS: CHACO, PIKOLINOS, KEEN F/W selections to wear practically year round-with any outfit-JUST IN CASE warming climates limit (eliminate) the absolute need for burly snow boots-yet work JUST IN CASE inclement weather makes a brief appearance.  PS: &  travel well too . via GIPHY CHACO's year round men's kicks-love how the non-marking white blown rubber outsoles-practical skid resistant tread design in a  year round temps' appropriate pop of color-with dark brown nubuck+full leather grain uppers-white contrast stitching. Pictured in the front-men's THOMPSIN SLIP $115-with the brand's men's specific durable+ removable Cloud PU footbed. In back Pinecone shaded THOMPSON CHUKKA $135...also comes in a cool gray. Similar to aforementioned-with round waxed cotton laces. CHACO's women's HARPER LACE $110 - pictured in Caribou brown- nubuck+full grain leather upper-with skid resistant non-marking rubber outsole-hits the right note via a 3 ...