Archive for the ‘Wooden Heel Shoes’ Category
Contemporary Clogs: Our Top 10 Picks
When clogs made their comeback on the fashion scene this season, there was a lot of resistance. Images of the Dutch wooden clog (also known as Klompen), the rubber garden clog, and the retro 70s clogs with wood platforms were conjured up before we even began to see some of the attractive contemporary styles that were just on the horizon. While some of the clogs of today have kept with the tradition of rustic and wooden appeal, many are styled with other trendy features such as leather-covered platforms, cork platforms, slingback straps, buckles, contrast stitching, and laser cutouts on leather.
We’ve noticed that many wooden platform sandals are sometimes being classified as clogs and it seems the definition of clog has been broadened a bit. So, where do we draw the line between clog and sandal. Arbitrarily, I guess! That said, we’ve decided to feature our picks for wooden platform sandals/clogs in a separate, upcoming post and keep this post limited to the classic, contemporary clog.
The contemporary clogs of today are fun, unexpected, classic, and comfortable to wear. And, with so many shoe designers putting their own spin on the classic clog, they are hard to resist. Here are our top 10 picks for clogs this season!
Charles David Women’s Ramble Clog
daniblack – Swiss (Espresso Waxy Calf) – Footwear
Diane Von Furstenberg Ode Clog
KORS Michael Kors Claudia Clog
As you can see, clogs have come a long way. They are much more polished and put-together for today’s fashion scene. And ‘love em’ or ‘hate em’, they are here to stay through the Fall/Winter season. Clogs are not the only retro 70′s style to come back, platforms made their debut during the 60′s and 70′s and since then they’ve been all the rage in recent years.
Naya Sandals: Eco-Friendly Footwear You Will Love
The Naya footwear collection has a wonderful selection of Summer Sandals this season. If you are not familiar with this brand, they are worth checking out. Naya is an eco-friendly brand that’s does a fantastic job of using natural and eco-friendly materials to craft their shoes. I’m really loving several of these styles from their Spring 2010 Collection. I especially like the bamboo heels. Heels, especially on our favorite shoes, wear out so easily when we wear them everyday. Bamboo is one of the hardest woods (ever see the kitchen cutting boards made of bamboo?) and the striking bamboo wood grain gives the heel a lovely appearance. I also love the cushy footbeds made of biodegradable latex, making them comfortable to wear all day!
Naya Timpas Sandal- shown above in Saddle Tan, this sandal is also available in Wheatgrass (a light green) and Blaze (yellow). These cute gladiator inspired sandals feature chrome-free leather in a sexy and alluring T-strap sandal design, a decorative medallion, leather lining, recycled cork outsole, and a 2-1/2 inch bamboo heel.
Naya Mcloud Wedge Sandal- shown above in Blaze (Yellow), this sandal is also available in Desert (Orange), Moon Stone (Light Gray), and Camelot (Tan). This adorable sandal features a 2-piece wedge design, cork and rubber footbed with leather lining, latex foam in the footbed for cushy comfort, and a leather and bamboo wood wrapped midsole sole for eye-catching appeal. The heel is 3-1/4 inches with a 1 inch platform.
Naya Telluride- shown above in a super soft black and brown leather, this sandal is also available in a beige and tan leather upper. I just love the black and brown leather combination of these sandals and the strappy ankle strap sandal design. The buckle on the ankle strap is nickel free and the footbed has biodegradable latex foam for blissful comfort. The 2-1/2 inch heel is made of sustainable bamboo wood and the recycled cork outsole give great traction.
Naya Maher Sandal- shown here in Moon Stone, this sandal is also available in Black leather. This sandal features a soft knotted leather strap design with a heel sling strap and adjustable buckle for a secure fit. The heel is wrapped in the same soft leather as the upper and features a 3-1/4 inch heel with 1 inch platform.
Naya shoe designs feature chrome-free or vegatable-tanned leathers, natural, organic or sustainable fabrigs, biodegradable latex foam cushioning, natural cork and rubber foodbeds, heels made from sustainable bamboo, outsoles made with recycled materials, nickel-free metal buckles, recycled paper boxes, and water soluble glues and cements. And with Earth Day 2010 just a few weeks away (April 22nd), you can support an environmentally friendly product and have a fantastic pair of sandals for summer. Click here to view more styles of Naya Shoes.
Here’s a recent video with more information about this fantastic Earth friendly brand. Enjoy!
Fossil’s New Shoe Collection
They don’t just make watches and handbags. The Texas-based company, Fossil, has a new womens’ shoe line out this Fall. The designs are vintage-inspired with a modern twist. Here are a couple of the new styles just in at Piperlime.
These are not your ordinary pumps. The Fossil Allison Peep Toe Pump has a sculptural platform and wooden heel that’s beautifully wrapped in rich full grain leather. Available in grey suede leather (pictured above) or in black (with brown wrapped heel) or brown (with camel wrapped heel) in smooth leather.
The Fossil Misha Maryjane Pump is a modern update to an authentic vintage style. The contrasting buckle and just-right heel make it a great style for everyday wear. Available in black (shown above) or brown.
DKNYC Shoes: Haylee Strappy Platform Sandal
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These platform sandals by DKNYC shoes exemplify casual chic and versatility. Wear these to the office, out for the evening, or during the weekend. They also come in a wonderful neutral taupe shade. They are great for Summer and will transition well into Fall when worn with tights.
The DKNYC Haylee sandals feature buttery soft strappy leather with a velcro closure and 5-inch heels and a 2-inch wooden platform with a glossy black overlay on the heel. Interested in these sandals? Get them at Piperlime for $120.
