Sole Searching: Earth, Sky & Sea

I realized yesterday that I can't remember the last time I wore a pair of black shoes. I think it was back in February, actually. I do own a few pairs, but I own more yellow shoes than I do black, so I guess it's pretty clear that I love color. You bright minds have probably already figured this fun fact out for yourselves :)

Last week on my first Sole Searching post, we were seeing red (a very fitting way to start off the series!). This week I'm all about blues and greens. Two colors I'm not typically drawn towards in shoes, but am all about right now. Not that blue and green aren't fabulous, but I find when it comes to footwear, warm colors like yellow, red, burgundy and pink tend to match more clothes than cool colors like blue and green.

Amongst the shoes I'll be sharing today, two pairs I own, two more I have tried on and the remainder are simply swoon-worthy.

Malibu Mid Heels Shoes by Chelsea Crew

Find them at Plasticland, $59 and DNA Footwear, $69

Have 'em, love 'em. Period. These shoes are fantastic. I want a pair in every color. I also have them in brown and really wanted them in yellow, but that color sold out pretty darn fast. This green is perfect, it's rich and earthy, not too light and not too dark, slightly emerald. You'll notice that the color looks fairly different on the different websites, but I'd say the color above is pretty accurate. They are one of those colors that kind of changes in the light and with what you're wearing.

The heel height on these is ideal in my world. It's low enough to be comfortable for all-day wear, but high enough to give you the classiness of heels and not look matronly. I find them very comfortable. They don't pinch or rub anywhere, the insole is a little squishy and the adjustable T-strap is always a plus. I think they run true to size on the small side. They are European sizing and I wear a 39 (I'm most commonly an 8), but they are snug. If my feet were any bigger or wider, I would have sized up.

Find some sizes at Plasticland and some sizes at DNA Footwear, where you'll also find them in black and brown. Maybe the yellow will be back someday, too :)

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Ariel Sandal by Life Stride

Find them at endless.com, $40 - $53

This is a fabulous little summer sandal. I have them in burnt tan, but I am drooling over the teal and moss. I think they have a little grecian feel to them, don't you think? Though they are synthetic, the material is thick and sturdy, they feel like will last. That being said, they did need a day of breaking in, as the back is a little tight. After a day of wear, they fit to my feet perfectly.

They run about 1/2 size small in my opinion. I generally wear an 8, but needed these in an 8.5. One great feature is that they come in three widths — narrow, medium and wide. My feet are slightly more narrow than average and I found the narrow (2A) to fit me best.

Find them in six lovely colors at endless.

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Mirna Maryjane Pump by Sachelle

Find them at endless.com, $119

This is my favorite shoe in today's collection. The color, the style, I love everything about them! I tried them on and found they run true to size in length. The laces also make the width a little adjustable, which is nice feature. You get the look of a pointed toe, but there is ample room inside so no squishing at all! The heel is a nice day height and they felt sturdy and comfortable to walk in.

One glitch is that some people may find the laces uncomfortable. You do feel them on the top of your foot, so it just depends how sensitive you are to things like that. I have a pair of shoes with a similar design and laces and have no problem with them.

These shoes also come in an amazing shade of muted purple and a nice, versatile brown. Find them all at endless.

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2758 Mary Jane Pump by Biviel

Find them at endless.com, $90

Biviel is another brand I love. Most of their shoes have a very classic shape, but every pair has beautiful and unique detailing. The quality is also always fantastic.

This brand is also in European sizing. I usually wear a 39, but they specify an 8 is a 38 in their shoes. I tried these in a 38 and while they were certainly comfortable, I could feel the front of the shoes with my toe and would definitely try a size up. Aside from that, they shape and fit was very comfortable and I love the angled strap.

The color is very beautiful, kind of denimy, which means they will go with just about everything in your closet, and I love the tiny studs. Find them in blue, black and brown at endless.

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Snake Tie in Navy by All Black

Find them at Lori's, $124

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Stroke of Midnight Pump by Seychelles

Find them at endless.com, $89

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Mimmi Slingback Sandal by Swedish Hasbeens

Find them at endless.com, $259

I found these via the lovely cookoorikoo on Pinterest.

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Roped Cutout Heels by Miss Albright

Find them at Anthropologie, $138