Memories of You

I am short. Very short. I like to say I’m 5 feet tall, but alas, age and horrible posture have left their mark, and I don’t think I’m 5 feet any longer (shhh, don’t tell my kids.) So with my one son quite a bit taller than me, I’ve decided I need to jack myself up. Comfort is a necessity as I refuse to wear anything that makes me hobble, but ahhh, there’s that wedge- specifically Seychelles “Memories of You,” whose whisper has grown louder ever since they graced our store.
With a 4.5 inch heel I began to shy away, but the toe is elevated with an inch platform so I wouldn’t be standing on tippy-toes. Hmmm, could I walk- nay, strut- without falling? Cause really, what’s the point of a heel if you can’t strut your stuff? Deviating from my shoe comfort zone, I slipped them on and — so comfortable; strut secured. 

I’m ditching my step stool and only wearing these!

love, tall heidi

Pack it up

There are two kinds of people in this world: the kind who overpack and the kind who don’t. As the only member of my family who works at a shoe store, my kin are always shocked to find that, for every trip, I have only packed two or three pairs of shoes— they have all managed to find room for at least five! Say what?! There’s no place I can image going for a week or less that requires so many! If you’ve got the room and the desire and the arm strength to carry them all with you… I never have any of those things, so I make sure they all go with the same pairs of shoes! Now is not the time to be indecisive, you guys! Pick your favorite outfits and rock em! 

You need a flat shoe or sandal, comfy enough to see the sights by foot, a dressy shoe for all the schmancy places you might end up, and a ~wild card~ that pair that you just can’t bear to live without while you are gone because WHO KNOWS WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN?!* 
The same goes for your bags: you need an all-day-goes-with-everything one and a schmancy one. Boom boom, look at all that room! All the better to fill it with snow globes for your coworkers, my dear.

Clockwise from bottom left: Cydwoq “Bare,” Orla Kiely shoulder bag, Born “Aberlin,” Biviel BV3356, Camper 21584, Shiraleah clutch, Goorin Bros. straw cloche, Swedish Hasbeens “Braided Sky High,” Tsubo “Tehina.” Pick two! 

Bon Voyage!
xoxo,
Sally 

* (Klepto dog sitter, probably.)

Primary Colors!

Remember in pre-school when the only colors that mattered were the primary colors? Red, yellow and blue, do we really need to ask for more?  I think that we should all get back to our roots!  I mean really, how great are red, blue and yellow? They have the ability to create any color in the rainbow. pedX has a lovely collection of primary colored footwear, just right for the upcoming warm weather. Come check it out! 
Here is an example of some of the adorable things we have and how you can wear them together:

Gentle Souls Break My Heart sandals(we have it in both red and blue,) Latico Athena Handbag, Minoux Nehalem Necklace, Hobo Nancy Wallet, Goorin Bros. Hat.

Stay Primary Portland!
Marika!

Style Icon: Jeff Spicoli

There’s no doubt about it, Fast Time at Ridgemont High was the pinnacle of teen comedies and exemplified life and style of the 80s. Filmed in 1980 (and based on the novel by Cameron Crowe) using real, bonafide teenagers, this movie launched the careers of such future stars as Judge Reinhold, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Phoebe Cates’ Lady Parts, but the diamond in the rough was truly Sean Penn’s Jeff Spicoli, in all his blond, burnout glory. 

And who could ever mess with his too-cool-for school personal style?* To achieve this look, try rocking a pair of surf-inspired slip ons, your favorite vintage band tee, some beat up shorts, and the quintessential straw fedora. Polish it all of with a little straw bag and some ode-to-the-sea anchor earrings. Now you’re ready to skip class!**

Surf’s Up!
xoxo,
Sally 

Shoes: Baja Slip On from SeaVees, sterling post earrings by Viv + Ingrid, hat by Goorin, bag by Shiraleah.

* No one.

** Don’t.

Hey There, Summer!

The new Seychelles Hey There sandal said exactly that to me: “Hey there Marika, I need you to take me home and love me.” So I did just that.* The soft blue of the leather reminds me of lazy days under clear summer skies and the wooden heel is so natural and refreshing. The best thing about these shoes is that they lend well to being paired with bright colors! I chose to pair them with brightly printed Orla Kiely accessories and an adorable sunhat by Coal. What would you pair them with?

Seychelles Hey There
Coal Floppy Sunhat
Orla Kiely Handbag and Wallet
Towne and Reese Harper Necklace
 

Stay HEY, Portland!
Marika.

*These are the shoes I will be wearing for my college graduation in just a few days! Stay updated for an actual picture of what I paired my Seychelles with!

Summertime Goth

“All black everything.”
Jay-Z 

There’s no doubt that I love colorful outfits— A LOT— but my eclectic style does account for some darker days (and I mean that literally.) Some days, it’s a blackout, and even the brightest days will not take that away from me. I call the look “Summertime Goth,” even though it really makes me feel more like an Old Hollywood movie star. Just thought I’d share it with you!
The key to this lightless look is to show a little skin so the look doesn’t get too heavy, so I paired some amazing peekaboo wedges (“Bintan” by Fiel) with a less-is-more romper. Add a black bag, naturally (the bag is Latico, the wallet is Hobo) and top off the whole witchy look with dark sunglasses and a floppy hat (this one is Coal) to maintain some semblance of privacy. Add some earrings (these leafy lovelies are Towne + Reese) and red gloss for a pop- girl’s gotta have a little flare, after all! And for heaven’s sake, do NOT forget sunscreen; it fits in the purse!

Until next time, dark dames!
xoxo,
Sally 

Put the Lime in the Coconut

Shake it all up! Here are a few of my favorite limey accessories here at pedX. These fresh-squeezed beauties are sure to add pizzazz to any outfit!

Clockwise from top left: Hobo wallet, Shiraleah wallet, Sweet Marcel socks, both purses by Shiraleah.

Whaddya think? Lime or lame? I’m so down with the lime- it’s sure to turn heads, and looks great with any neutral (as those Shiraleah bags show!)

xoxo, 
Sally 

POP

I love me some outrageous shoes, don’t get me wrong, but there’s something to be said for the versatility of a simple shoe. The possibilities are literally endless. That’s what I love about the “Up and Away” sandal from Gentle Souls. First of all they’re black, so HELLO, and they are also just clean and modern. Beat that! I love using a minimal, neutral shoe as a foundation for a colorful outfit. 
Here’s a dream look of mine: 

The black, utilitarian sandals provide the perfect base to let this colorful outfit shine through!
Add some bright accessories (necklace and ring, Towne + Reese, scarf by Snoozer Loser) and you’re ready to go! 

Shine on!

xoxo,
Sally