The Traveling Loafer

When traveling I always want a closed toe, comfortable shoe. I absolutely hate the thought of wearing flip flops at the airport. Something about it just grosses me out. Since comfort is always key I tend to wear a lot of loafers. I usually love Tod’s and Cole Haan (pictured). Because I know summer travels are coming to an end and holiday travel is just about to begin I wanted to help you find your next airport loafer! I found a vast selection of loafers at every price point and color! I hope you find your next traveling loafer!

WALLET FRIENDLY – under $100

black:

New Look Pointed Workwear Loafer – $36
Zara Flat with Metal Toe – $40
Gap Solid Classic Loafer – $50
Maxi Pointed Bejeweled Loafer – $72
Franco Sarto Women´s Tyce Penny Loafers – $89
Zara Antik Loafer – $90
Zara Fringe Penny Loafer – $99

color:

Magic Touch Snakeskin Loafer – $45
Mercanti Fiorentini Nubuck Penny Loafer (in 6 colors) – $70
Ivanka trump Zariner Loafer (red, yellow, and tan) – $89
River Island Leopard Loafer – $90
BCBGeneration Leopard Pointed-Toe Loafers – $95

neutral:

Metal Trim Loafer – $36
New Look Patent Loafer – $42
Minkie Loafer – $50
Manor Suede Loafer (neutral green) – $57
ASOS Maze Flat – $63
Mascot Leather Loafer – $69
Blink Black and White Loafer – $80

metallic:

MID RANGE – $100 – $200

black:

Leather Loafer with Tassel – $100
Calvin Klein ‘Ceila’ Loafer (and in calf hair) – $109
Cole Haan Pinch Campus Loafer – $140
Marc Fisher Tanialy Loafer – $144

color:

Cole Haan Weekender loafer (comes in 3 different colors) – $100
Coach Indigo Loafer (white) – $139
Cole Haan Pinch Grand Tassel Loafer (comes in 3 different colors) – $170
Patricia Green ‘Cambridge’ Cobalt Loafer – $170
Cole Haan Deacon Loafer (pictured) – $198

neutral:

Carvela Linky Nude Embellished Pointed Flat Shoes – $105
Cole Haan Trillby Driver – $150

metallic:

Cole Haan Weekender – $100
Calvin Klein Celia Loafers – $109

HIGH END – $200+

black:

Kate Spade Black and White ‘Carima’ loafer – $258
Matt Bernson Coltrane Haircafe Loafer – $279
10 Crosby Derek Lam ‘AGATHA’ POINTY TOE LOAFER – $295
Rachel Zoe Baisley Embellished Loafer – $398
Tod’s Gommini Driving Moccasin – $425

color:

Tod’s Gommini Driving Moccasin in Navy or Orange – $425

neutral:

Tod’s Gommini Driving Moccasin – $425

metallic:

MEANDHER Valentina Loafer – $217
Loeffler Randall Rosa Loafer – $375

C’est Bon

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C’est Bon means, It’s Good. Often times french speakers use it during a meal, shopping, etc. but I am using it for this striped Dress. Not only did I wear it while running errands all over Dallas before leaving but it was a staple while I was in Paris. I wore it with sneakers, under a blazer, and over a button-up blouse. It is a classic closet piece that everyone needs! And don’t think it is only for summer, this fall/winter I am excited to pair it with stockings (I own these and love them), over-the-knee boots (just bought these for $80), and a duster coat. The other day someone told me they thought my style was east coast (which I almost died) because of all the stripes I wear. And all I could respond was, “Paris my dear, Paris.” It really is true the Parisians wear a lot of stripes and it was a trend I really didn’t mind adopting. Another trend I noticed which all of them wore – tucking their shirts into everything! Their shirts were fully tucked into jeans, skirts, and pants. I am not that brave yet (my butt isn’t so cute when it is fully exposed) so stripes it is!

outfit details // SheInside Black and White Striped T-Shirt dress, Forever21 Raffia-Sole Flatform shoe, Forever 21 hat

accessory details // Croghan’s Jewel Box Crest Ring, Dana Rebecca Lauren Joy necklace, Ellie Jay 5 Row diamond, Ellie Jay Rose Gold and Diamond H ring

photos by Meredith Braden

Paris Souvanier: Maison Labiche

For more on Maison Labiche check out their website

Before leaving I had my mind set on saving up for a Chanel as my “Paris Souvenir.” But while I was there I had a change of heart. Maybe because of the cost or maybe because I realized I could get the same bag in Dallas. What I really wanted was something special and strictly found in Paris. Okay, so you can actually order these t-shirts online but they were too cute and unique to pass up. My friend Sally sent me a message while I was abroad with a link to a Garance Dore story on Maison Labiche. Sally told me I had to check this brand out and bring something back. Since Sally has impeccable taste I knew I would love whatever she recommended. After watching the video on the Garance post I was in love. I loved how dainty the hand stitching was and I loved how personal each shirt felt.

With any Maison Labiche shirt you can customize the saying they stitch on. I went back-and-forth on what I wanted. For a bit I thought I wanted “ca va?” Then I thought I wanted something dirty in french and I finally concluded I wanted something that was personal but also french – Madame Hafner it was. I really liked the oxymoron of using “Madame” which sounds much older than a 27 year but was 100% socially accurate (since I am married). When ordering I decided to go with the women’s cut, which fits great but for my next order I will go with the men’s style so it is a looser fit. I have already worn the shirts a handful of times and love that they remind me so much of being in Paris. When I go back in October I hope to order more! It is like the obsession of tattoos but without the commitment! My kind of infatuation.

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