By any name, it's packed with 1940s attitude October 15, 2008 18:38 3 Comments
Meet Gilda. Misnamed, I think. Frankly, it should be Gene. As in Tierney. This luscious wedge reminds me
of the beautiful Ms. Tierney in Leave Her to Heaven. Sure. Her character was a manipulative witch. But
what a stylish one. But. No matter what one calls it, it is delicious.
Bewitching. Sassy. Elegant. And totally 1940s. Imagine it with 1940s slacks. I
do. In fact, it makes me want to stitch up a pair right now. Oh, right. I have to learn to sew first. Which means I have to finish my home improvement project. So that I can restore order to our home. So I will have room to cut out fabric. So. So. So. Drat.
At any rate. I want this shoe. I am breathless with desire. All right. I exaggerate. Slightly.
However. It is too cold here for sandals now. It was 17 at my house Sunday morning. 17! In October. But. For spring, this is the shoe. The one. Be it Gilda. Be it Gene. No matter. It has my name on it.
If you feel the same, or just have a yen for shoes that look vintage but aren’t, check out Remix Vintage Shoes. Philip Heath of Remix says their shoes are made in Spain and Mexico, except for the Hollywood stilettos, which are made right here in the USA. In case you care. And I bet you do.
Comments
Still Life in Buenos Aires on May 20, 2015 12:11
There is a fashion term here called “elegant sport.” I think it means casually sophisticated, but these shoes remind me of that—a little bit of comfort, sport, and elegance.
These seem perfect for a wrap dress.
Deborah Newton on May 20, 2015 12:11
Amazing information. AMAZING. For those of us who lust after vintage shoes— that never fit— this is just an incredible revelation! What gorgeous shoes!
Denise Calhoun on May 20, 2015 12:11
When I buy a pair, I’ll post so you’ll know if they are as good as they look.