Some of you may know that my taste in shoes runs toward the casual, comfortable and functional. (Why yes, I do wear my retired running shoes to the lab. So sue me.) I just don't wear cute shoes all that often. I'm not opposed to them, but my well-worn trainers are like old friends, and let's face it, I spend so much of my time in the lab that I don't often find myself in situations where cute shoes are a necessity. As a result I don't have an armory of cute shoes at my disposal (running shoes on the other hand...).
I also really really loathe shopping. With a passion. The overwhelming choices, the crowds, the endless trying-on. Pure drudgery. If I could afford it I would hire a personal shopper just to never have to set foot in a mall/retail store for the rest of my life. Barring that, I shop online, but I always end up getting the wrong size when I do that so mostly I avoid shopping. Ever.
Which is why I was fucking dreading shopping for shoes/outfit for my impending defense. Thankfully the intertubes is chock full of people who have braved this path before, and their advice can make this ordeal a whole hell of a lot easier.
Sometimes the good Dr. Isis has drool-worthy shoes, but I cannot wear heels. Heel cause my ankles to perform sepuku, which is not helpful if I'm going to stand in front of people for a good two hours. It's already uncomfortable enough right?
When Dr. Isis' pick of the week falls short (or too tall as the case may be), Candid Engineer often pulls through.
Not this week folks. Oh no. Teal plaid? Cowprint?
What to do? Goddammit, you mean I'm actually going to have to spend some time and thought on finding defense shoes myself? Fuck!
And then I remembered that I bought a delicious pair of flats to wear to a wedding this summer. They are totally hot, and flat and metallic and cute and they go with the slacks I picked out too....and shiny=win! I'm not above talismans for situations like these. So if I wear these my committee will surely be blinded by my science, and if that fails they will be blinded by my shoes and I will pass the defense with flying colors.
Figure 1: Mystique CM in pewter from RocketDog. Originally retailed for $45.00, now only $31.50.*Love*
And the best part is that I don't even have to go shopping now! Sweet! But dammit I paid full price and now they're on sale. *Sadface*
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Are you kidding me?? You counter my adorable teal pumps with THAT????
Mmmm, hot shoes that I could wear. Mind you, I like CE's selection, but I can't wear heels. Hot shoes that I could wear. (Drools.)
Isis I am so not kidding you. And for the love of Pete, you would totally post these shoes if someone wrote in asking for your advice on a pair of *flats*. You know you would. So don't give me that. You would totes love these shoes if they were heels too. (I tried converting them to a pair of heels just for you but my Photoshop skillz pale in comparison to yours.) I can't say the same for teal plaid flats I'm afraid.
Minerva - welcome to the blog. And yes, sooooo much of the hotness is a function of *being able to wear them*.
Meh. I don't care for these much, even for flats. Too space age. If you want flats, I will counter with the flat version (click on the color 'champagne' of my shoe choice. You will notice how in this photo the pattern does not appear cow-like.
CE - Hmmm. Yes, I do like those better now that the pic represents the color more accurately (and in flats). It's still a little busy for my taste, but not terrible, and it now beats the teal plaid without a fight.
I still don't understand though how navy + white = "champagne". All of the champagne I've encountered in my short life is more of a pale gold shade.
As for why they call it champagne, I have no fucking clue. They're always whacked out when it comes to color descriptions.
Huh. What is it with purveyors of clothing. Call it a color that is at least representative of the actual product - otherwise, I have no idea what to expect.
I guess that the flats I've featured are more true to "champagne" in real life. They look a little tinfoil in the picture but in actuality have more of a gray-green-gold patina. This might temper the "too space-age" critique.
SPACE-AGE FLATS FTW
Anything that makes you feel comfortable and cute is 100% awesome!
I haven't seen these teal plaid shoes you were talking about, but...I've got some Chucks in orange-and-pink plaid, and they fill a hole in my soul. Have mercy on me, AA. :/
Not all plaid is bad (hey that rhymes!)...orange and pink?? I must admit I'm skeptical but if it makes you happy then it makes you happy. :)
Cute, AA. Although, I like all of the choices. A time for heels and a time for flats and sometimes you just need a sneaker.
you just need sneakers
Am I crazy? I find flats more uncomfortable than heels. Something about them being totally flat makes my arches hurt with potential plantar fascitis.
If you can't wear heels, I humbly suggest at least KITTEN heels...so much more comfortable, I swear!
However, these flats are cute and I approve :).
I like these, which perhaps makes me spacey or space-age (or just aged) - and even have a similar pair. Soo comfortable and soft on the feet, and nice-looking with a variety of outfits.
My last choice at a national meeting, however, was running shoes, just so I could make it up and down stairs and across the halls, back and forth, as fast as possible. Important not to miss any talks!
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