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What I'm Wearing: Low-Wedge Cork Sandals from Aerosoles


"Yet Again" cork wedge sandals by Aerosoles

Aerosoles, a shoe brand known for creating comfortable footwear, recently reached out to me to share some of their latest summer styles. The timing couldn't have been more perfect. You see, one of the lovely side effects of pregnancy coupled with warm weather is swollen ankles and feet.

Now in my 40th week of pregnancy, I jumped on the opportunity to test drive a pair of Aerosole's cute yet comfy sandals, and found the perfect pair called "Yet Again." I was immediately drawn to the unique cork material and low wedge. I'm finding a little heel can actually be more comfortable than a rigid flat these days (although I tend to alternate).

The "Yet Again" looks almost like a nude sandal against my pale skin, which helps to disguise my puffy feet. But even if you're not preggers, you'll love these shoes. They have a soft padded footbed and minimal two-strap design that makes these perfect for pairing with skirts, shorts or dresses.

You can find them for $49.99 (down from $69) at aerosoles.com.

Disclosure: I received the shoes featured in this post complimentary of the brand for review purposes. All opinions are my own.

H&M and Isabel Marant Team Up for a Designer Collab


H&M announced today their next designer collaboration will be with Parisian designer Isabel Marant, news that has injected some much-needed enthusiasm into the current state of affordable collabs. You know Marant for things like the Dicker boot and low-wedge sneaks that every stylish celebrity, off-duty model and fashionista seems to own (and which have been copied ad infinitum and featured many times over on this blog). But of course she's so much more - she embodies today's Parisian chic that's one part urban, one part boho, a dash of rock 'n' roll and 100% French.

It's funny to hear about this collab today because just yesterday, I was responding to an interview in which I was asked which one designer I'd wish to have a 30 minute free-for-all shopping spree and I responded without hesitation: Isabel Marant! Ah, to have just an ounce of her cool factor LOL. A girl can dream and now a girl can afford this November 14th, 2013, when Isabel Marant for H&M launches in 250 stores worldwide (and possible online?!) for women, men and teens (whatever that means!)

Who's excited?




Looks from the Spring 2013 Isabel Marant runway (NOT H&M) via Style.com