Unless you live in one of the few regions of the world where snow is nothing more than an image on TV, suede shoes should not be a part of your “winter” wardrobe as specified by outdated fashion codes. As a delicate material, suede has no place being worn on our feet through snow, salt, and the eventual slush that makes up most winters. I don’t care how many products claim to protect against the cruel actions of Mother Nature, there is nothing that will keep your shoes alive in these conditions. In my closet I currently have 4 pairs of beautiful suede “winter” boots, which have yet to see the outdoors, and won’t be doing so until I am assured this polar vortex has concluded. So, as a protest to the harsh treatment of suede shoes everywhere, I am now adopting this as a summer style and ending the cruelty we have been imposing for years. I hope you will all see the light and join me on my fashion quest ;)
Shorts. Most often associated with warm weather, shorts are a year round staple in my wardrobe. Whether it be with tights or bare legs, I find shorts to be a comfortable fashion statement that can be dressed up and down. Today I chose BCBG shorts with my boyfriends Diesel long sleeve shirt to contrast the tight fitting bottoms. To keep my legs warm without tights, I wore my knee-highs and suede Stuart Weitzman booties (these were for style, not so much for function!). Finally, I topped off the all black look with several gold accessories.
Stay tuned for more of my favorite black and gold ensembles! |