ShoeDazzle’s Chief Stylist, Rachel Zoe, inspires us to push the limits this spring! Suggesting three new trends to try, the fashion icon offers up a simple guide and styling tips to prove just how easy it is to have a fling with something different this season.
First up: the T-Strap! This ultra-chic ladylike favorite has become Zoe’s go-to for revving up red-carpet gowns and pencil skirts alike! When it comes to the Raelynn sandal, Zoe says, “Gladiator heels can really empower your business attire—wear them with skinny pants and a blazer to nail down a professional look.”
Next she explains how to ease into color (even if we’re always going to back to black). A relaxed design, like the Anjali wedge, offers a hint of a primary hue to lend casual wardrobe pieces a touch of brightness. The Seven platform sandal is a different story, but a fun one. “These shoes may just inspire you to throw a party! Rock them on your birthday or for another special occasion, and you’ll certainly be the center of attention!” Zoe explains.
Finally, Zoe talks studs and discusses how the embellishments add an instant pop of edge. She suggests wearing them with everything from maxi dresses to jumpers, proving that hardware is not so difficult to wear. Zoe adores the Nazhin sandal and says, “Dress up these studded flats with a fabulous bright pedicure, then wear them everywhere!”
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We all have unrealistic visions of summer. We see ourselves frolicking through meadows catching butterflies, cliff diving, picking daisies, sunning poolside, lounging at the beach with a 6 pack (of beer) and a swimsuit body worthy of being illustrated. But the fact of the matter is most of us will spend the summer here on the computer, crying a little that we can’t go outside partially naked. Instead we’ll be running errands, feeding pets, feeding children, driving to wherever in traffic, squeezing in a workout, bathing, and attempting to get enough sleep.
I’m not cool enough to have a window seat, so here’s how I plan to evade SSAD (summer seasonal affective disorder) and all the MAYhem.
Step 1: Work out. Lunch-hour power walks will help you stay lively during the less-sunshiny hours at your desk. Probably best walk away from the minimart cashier/fatty-snack pusher.
Do or Day: Take at least one day a week to devote more than 5 minutes to your daily wardrobe choice. Don’t pick Mondays because they’re too manic, and everybody hates them anyway. Tuesday is good; you’ve had like a whole day to acclimate. Wednesdays are the beginning of your weekend anticipation, so you can just throw on anything and call it a hump day. Thursdays works because they build excitement. Don’t dress up on Fridays because you’ll feel better when you transform into your sassed-up summer self later that night. That’s the theory of relativity.
Finally: Consider a Miami sound machine—sans Gloria Estefan. You can get a sound machine at most bedding stores (and beyond). You might not be at the beach, but there’s no reason you can’t fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves.
Richy T – Totally wrote this blog on my smart phone while tanning at an imaginary beach.
Hi Marissa! What’s your job title here?
Marissa: I’m Vice President of Product at ShoeDazzle, which means I manage the website and lots of things related to our consumer experience.
What’s your favorite thing about the Dazzle and working for it?
M: Just one thing?! I love so much about working here. I’ve been at ShoeDazzle for 4 years, so I guess I have to say watching the company grow and succeed and keeping our customers at the center of what we do has been my favorite thing. Like some of our older clients, I feel like ShoeDazzle is a friend, not a company, and the fact that that still remains true today is pretty amazing. PS: A close second is that ShoeDazzle designed my wedding shoes. That was really amazing, and I will cherish them forever!
That is incredible. What’s your oldest pair of ShoeDazzle shoes?
M: My oldest pair of ShoeDazzle shoes that I still wear are the Ginnys! Shout out to the OG Dazzlers who are the only people who remember this amazing tan, platform sandal that goes with EVERYTHING. I should have bought five pairs…
Zodiac Sign?
M: Scorpio! Jealous, passionate, emotional!
Best thing about your sign is _____.
M: I’m sure my husband would have quite a lot to say about that based on my description above.
Favorite type of shoe?
M: Oh geez, just one again?! I love a great wedge and I love a great flat sandal. Not-boring flat sandals (think neon, metallics and prints) I would say are basically my #1 shoe must-have. I’m obsessed with the Yumikos right now and I have both colors of the Debbie.
What did you wear on your first date when you first met your hubby?
M: Easy: brown wedges, light bootcut jeans and a linen yellow top. I met my husband 9 days after I started ShoeDazzle, so my life change pretty drastically that April!
Dream vacation?
M: Everywhere – dream vacation would be a year off with lots of money and plane tickets and I’d go around the world! I’m obsessed with travel, and in fact, I did Semester at Sea in college which means I lived on a boat for 100 days and went to 9 different countries. It was pretty amazing.
Guilty pleasure?
M: Dirty Martinis, Sour Skittles, The Bachelor(ette) and People Magainze – in that order.
Beauty must haves?
M: Eye liner, good face wash, I wear Palmers cocoa butter lotion everyday…I mean, makeup in general. My Grandma used to say that I look MUCH better with makeup on, so I try to remember that. 
Words to live by?
M: Family, Friends, Work Hard/Play Hard. That’s not a quote, but those are things I try to live by.
On Marissa: Brooklyn Sandals (in black), Sandy Wedges (in pink), In Shape Earrings (coming soon) and Recco Bag (coming soon).
It’s not hard to imagine that Kelly Lee of Kelly Golightly’s favorite quote is “Happy girls are the prettiest girls”. Her blog exudes bliss and we were lucky enough to discover a few her indulgences.
Music Therapy: I love picking up old records at thrift stores and my best recent find was the Breakfast at Tiffany’s soundtrack, so I play that over and over and over again. I may be a little obsessed. Moon River…
Favorite Read: I’m lucky that I get to write about some of the world’s most beautiful weddings for Inside Weddings magazine, so that’s definitely a favorite for party and decor inspiration — and while I love the design aspects, the couples’ love stories and how they met is actually my favorite part (I’m such a sap). I also love any interior design and decorating magazine I can get my hands on (’til this day, I still miss Domino). And New York magazine is my US Weekly.
Favorite Destination Around Town: Sprinkles Ice Cream and Bouchon Bakery are both in dangerous walking distance from our place, so I’m often getting my sweet tooth fix there. And when I want my clothing and candy fix in one go, I head to A SweeT Boutique, where they serve up both!
We recently bought a weekend house in Palm Springs, so we split our time between LA and Palm Springs. When we’re out in the desert you can find me at Las Casuelas eating Mexican food, shopping at Party Lab for fun party supplies and treasure-hunting at all the great vintage and thrift stores in town.
Curious Epicurean: I love the casual French bistro Mr. Marcel in Beverly Hills for brunch/lunch and Speranza in Silver Lake for the best Italian (so cute for date night — they even pass out blankets to keep things cozy!). Now that we’re homeowners with an actual yard and pool, I must admit al fresco meals by the pool can’t be beat.
Weekend Schedule: My ideal weekend day is sleeping in, having a long leisurely brunch at home, swanning in the pool,exploring the desert (and maybe getting in a photo shoot) and hitting up a vintage furniture store or two.
Aroma Therapy: I don’t typically wear perfume but have been known to dabble a little vanilla extract behind my ears. There’s nothing better than the smell of baking — even if you haven’t spent all day in the kitchen.
Beauty Ritual: Sleep, lots and lots of sleep. And a big sunhat!
Shop the look:
Click here to see more of Kelly Golightly’s style as she rocks the Lia’s .
So between Opening Day, Coachella, Ke$ha’s red carpet homage to Manson style, and LOGO’s New Now Next Awards, the past few weekends have made it clear that we’re all going out of our minds to go outside, stay outside, and play outside. Duh; it’s spring.
Here’re a few Twisted, stir-crazy ideas that’ll keep you on your fashionable feet should you find yourself— oh I don’t know—out at a ballgame, a concert, a glitter factory, a creepy desert compound, or anywhere there’s anyone judgmental.
When it comes to playin’ dirty, Ke$ha lives the role, aesthetically only (possibly). She isn’t going to make any best-dressed lists in see-through, bell-bottom crochet pants at the MTV Movie Awards; but you gotta Admire her for going outside the commune box. We should all sip a little of that kool-aide from time to time.
Cap it all off with a head turning ball cap. No longer just for bad hair days, this sporty staple can actually augment your style and your SPF. Unilaterally and unisexually, the right snapback can accentuate any outside look. There are many variations in stores this season, but I gotta say there is something endearing about rep-ing your local team.
I hope this encourages you to go outside and—not only dress for, but—enjoy getting warmed up for summer.
Richy T. – Rockin’ out (side).
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Hi Jessica! What’s your role here at ShoeDazzle?
Jessica: I’m one of the fit models here for our shoes and I am also a part of our Client Services Team.
What would you say is your favorite part about your job?
J: My favorite part is getting to work at the Merch space and seeing all the new shoes coming out in the upcoming months!
Your ultimate style crush?
J: I have a lot but would definitely have to go with Kerry Washington right now. She always looks so put together and stylish on the red carpet. I’d love to steal her closet.
Your skin is so deliciously buttery! What’s your secret beauty weapon?
J: Thank you! My secret weapon is eating healthy and my Clarisonic!
Next to shoes, what’s your favorite thing to wear?
J: Either a unique top or a dress (I’m starting to really love dresses right now).
Top 5 from your April showroom?
J: My top picks are Seven, Ceyda, Maresa, Meja and Calista.
Song of the moment?
J: Midnight city by M83. Definitely a great song to listen to while stuck in traffic.
Your most treasured possession?
J: My family is my most treasured possession. I love them unconditionally and they are irreplaceable. They are my biggest cheerleaders and always believe in me.
Best advice you’ve ever received?
J: I’m going to have to geek out and quote Yoda from Star Wars: “Do or do not. There is no try.”
On Jessica: Magic (coming soon)
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