It’s no big secret that I kind of have a thing for peeptoes. So, it shouldn’t be shocking either that I almost squealed with delight when Michele presented me with these to shoot on her wedding day.  And by that, of course, I mean that she would be wearing them, not that I would be shooting in them. As we all remember, I have enough coordination problems in flats. Ha.

Tell me you don’t love them. I mean, honestly. Bright fabulous color? Check. Strappy back? Check. Fabulous bow detail? Check check check.

To get your own purple pumps, try these on for size:

 Bebe’s Mariah Satin Peep Toe Pumps - $105

they’re a little more pink than purple, but gorgeous nonetheless -
Macy’s Caparros Shoes, Ronnie Pumps – $69

and my absolute favorite -
RSVP Brylee over at Zappo’s – $63

Found via Weddingbee here.

I have to admit. They are kind of weird. But weird in a unique kind of way, not in an offbeat crazy way. Just different. First, I was shocked by them. Then I fell in love. The bright punchy color. The unexpected platform shape. The subtle layering of fabrics; they are not quite ruffles, but close. Honestly, the more I look at them the more drool I have to wipe off my desk. I love these babies down to the last over-the-top-hot-pink satin stitch.

So the good news? I know where they are from. The bad news? They sell them no longer.
For all those curious, they are made by the fabulous Australian brand Wittner.

Lucky for you, I put on my shopping hat [all good shoppers have one of these] and scoured the internet to find some almost-good-enough-but-not-quite substitutes for these babies. I have to admit though, they are hard to imitate. I think I came close on a few, but you are just not going to find something quite like it. Without further ado, my finds:

RSVP Monique in Fushsia – $94

Stuart Weitzman Women’s Gigiritz Pump – $164

Menbur Neit Peep Toe – $71

And my absolute favorite – though perhaps not the closest match -
what’s not to love about the peep toe and soft bow in front?

Pour La Victoire Bridal – $151

Do you have a favorite pair of ornate shoes? Or hot pink pumps?

]]> http://swoonovertheblog.com/2010/08/03/tuesday-shoesday-edition-vi-ornate-as-they-come/feed/ 4 http://swoonovertheblog.com/2010/07/27/tuesday-shoesday-edition-v-the-cowboy-boot/ http://swoonovertheblog.com/2010/07/27/tuesday-shoesday-edition-v-the-cowboy-boot/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:00:06 +0000 amandabyoung http://swoonovertheblog.com/?p=796 Today I give a little southern nod for the cowboy boot. Growing up, I rode horses for years. We owned a few. Rode trails. Did competitions. And yet, I have never really considered myself a cowboy boot person. Until recently. The modern take on the cowboy boot of course being with an adorable dress. Bonus points if the dress is knee length.

And so, in doing my research for Tuesday Shoesday [What!? You didn't know there was thorough research involved in the depth of my posts?], I found that the cowboy boot has made quite a impact on the wedding world. And, while I haven’t myself been to a wedding with them included, that doesn’t mean I cannot fantasize over the cuteness that their involvement entails.

So, without further ado, I bring you the cowboy boot…

Sources, from left to right: 1, 2, 3, 4-7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 (unknown?)

And then, I bring you my finds. Via Amazon, because that’s just how I do.

Miz Mooz Women’s Cozumel Boot – $94

Jessica Simpson Rosanna Boot – $89

But, you know what I really really want? The pair from that very last picture. You know, the picture with all the bridesmaids lined up in their blue dresses and tan boots? Oh, how I want those boots.

Anyone know where I can find them? Someone help me!