Cashmere Weather Is Here

It’s getting chilly and the first snowflakes are definitely in our near future which can only mean one thing: break out the cashmere!  By far our favorite thing about the colder months is wrapping up in this luxurious fabric, which is no longer relegated to sweaters but includes accessories too.  Why not indulge in a Qi Cashmere hat or infinity scarf. 

The pop-top mittens are perfect for you ladies on the go easily converting from a warm mitten to fingerless phone friendly gloves.  In addition to feeling warm and fuzzy in your new cashmere accessories, you can also feel good about the company who produced these items.  Qi is a socially conscious New York based company that promotes environmental health and has taken steps to reduce their carbon footprint all while supporting several non-profits.   So go ahead, spoil yourself with some lux winter trimmings with a clear conscience and if you are feeling extra generous pick up doubles of your favorites because anything cashmere is always a welcome gift!

Make Room for Metallics

Metallics are having a major moment and the best part about this trend: they go with everything! A shoe like Loeffler Randall’s Quincy silver flat is the perfect way to brighten up any ensemble.  Metallics are the ideal way to get into the festive holiday spirit without being too literal.

For those who are daring enough to try a metallic with a bold color Matt Bernson’s Mulberry Cap Toe in Fuchsia is an amazing shoe that actually goes with more than you might originally think.  The bright color is perfect for all black garb and even stays on trend paired with colorful jeans.

If metallic shoes seem like too much of a commitment, try experimenting with accessories like Elaine Turner’s Rachel Metallic Leather clutch in Gunmetal.  You will be amazed at how often you grab this bag whether it is for a casual girls night out or a more formal function.  It literally goes with everything and makes every outfit just a bit more chic and who couldn’t use an added dose of fabulousness?!

Two Tone Mania

Like the very popular cap toe, two tone shoes and boots for fall are having a major moment.  The September issue of Vogue had a great piece called coming and going, basically highlighting your ability to create two completely different looks with one outfit or shoe, a sort of split fashion personality for those days when you just cannot decide.   The Ivanka Trump Libby two tone boot is perfect for said days. The front is your basic chic black suede boot while the back is a fun navy blue.  With the masses sporting conventional black or brown boots this winter, these are a great way to leave a lasting impression.  

Animal Print Neutrals

Leopard is here to stay and we couldn’t be more excited.  This sassy animal print can be worn all year round with anything so it is time to start treating it as the versatile neutral that it is!  A demure leopard ballet flat with a bow, like Isaac Mizrahi’s, looks fab with skirts or pants, quiet enough for the office but still fun enough for drinks after hours. 

For those of you who are feeling a bit more bold try pairing Mizrahi’s red pump with leopard detail with dark black tights and an LBD for date night and let your shoes do all the talking!

Cap Toe Fall Fashion

Fall is here and that means it is time for cap toe shoes!  Whether you prefer a short cap toe bootie or a more classic cap toe flat, Channel has been creating this timeless style for years, there are a plethora  of designs to choose from.

The Loeffler Randall Nanette bootie is a nod to turn of the century style but looks ultra modern paired with black leggings or tights and a skirt or with ankle length pants.  And because the booties are camel and black they will work with any color scheme. 

 

 

 

 

   

Not sure you want to commit to a full on bootie? Ease your way into this look with Yosi Samra’s uber comfy grey and silver cap toe flat.  These guys are super lightweight and chic enough to wear at the office (a more fashionably acceptable alternative to sneakers or flip flops for the commute; there is really no excuse for this anymore ladies!). 

    

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we are so excited that the turn of the season is quickly approaching.  we will miss the warm long nights but are so excited for the fall festivities! as we change the shop over to showcase all the new fall MUSThaves we are counting down the days/hours/minnies to FNO (fashion night out), bishop’s one year anniversary weekend, old town boutique district’s scavenger hunt &…dare i say it…blackfriday.

shoe of the moment:

Henrietta in Red Croc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

london sole designer, jane winkworth, was named the "Queen of Ballet Flats", by VOGUE magazine and we are beyond excited to be carrying this amazing line! From bows to glitter to high gloss croc patent your tooties will be sporting the most fashionable fall flats!

xobb

…oh, hey…there….

well, ladies and some gents, welcome to my blog. (what!? i have a blog. weird.)

i guess i should give you a quick rundown on what you might read about in the near future: shoes, fashion, small business drama (pronounced: DRAM-ah.), old town, alexandria, my love of reality television (i live/die for bravo) and my addiction to hummus…plus, some key players in my life:

·      the hubs AKA the love of my life slash ‘he does my books’ slash mr-fix-it at bb

·      tater AKA my sister. shes like me but better and wrapped up in a smaller package…how’d that happen?

·      shoe mod AKA my jules who highlights as my traveling foot model. she wears a size six and is five feet six inches tall…i am constantly amazed how she doesn’t just fall over?

·      my a team AKA sara&annie. my dear friends who manage bishop so i don’t have to miss out on all the happenings of my life outside of shoes. plus we all love martinis which i find to be a unbelievable bonus in our friendship…our significant others don’t agree. they bore us.

·      b AKA brando (brandon in formal settings) we started our shoe careers together, kick off every morning with a very serious phone call where we try to out funny each other (he always wins) plus he lets me crash at his amazing apartment for shows while i’m in the BIG apple.

·      kitty&bbarry AKA my parents. if you ever meet my dad, please tell him how nice the tile looks. he’s also on youtube for the toast he gave at my wedding…its his claim to fame. you will hear kitty heckling him in the background.  it pretty much sums up their relationship…you know…wrapped up in all that love and mushy stuff.

·      irene&bo AKA the inlaws. some of yall have met irene – she keeps watch on my (boutique) baby – not so secretly wishing it were a real baby. if you ever meet bo, please tell him how much you love the jewelry lighting and chair molding.

as bishop nears its one year anniversary…i can.not.believe.it…you will be able to follow all the happenings (past, present, future) HERE! i can promise you one thing:

the hubs will HATE how i write this blog. constantly telling me that my writing is a stream of conscience and reminding me of my grammatical errors. we’ll continue to agree to disagree on what makes a blog special. ahh, marriage.

xobb