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White Out:

Speaking for all the lovely ladies (and gents) who like to wear all black, all the time, I know how it is to love how it makes one feel- especially in Portland, where you don’t see much all-black ensembles. As some-what of an extremist, I wanted a twist, a slight alteration to my dark wardrobe- and then I discovered the color white; a color connected to many connotations, and most definitely the opposite of black. But because of the stark opposition, I started really digging the notion of wearing all white- it has become a fad, that is, well, sort of bad*ss. A fad that connects even to the good ole days of the accidentally fashionable Doc wearin’, city slickin’, stud reppin’ punks.

Stop It Right Now is my all-time favorite individual fashion blog- this gal’s style is impeccable, mixing skate chic with goth/ punk fever, yet can slip into a silk Celine dress and rep it just as hard as her Creepers. In this look, she pulls off the all-white ensemble perfectly, all that’s missing is our super fab Jeffrey Campbell Zuma wedges in an icy grey to complete the look!

xx- Leslie

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Black Friday Sale!

This Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, pedX is serving up some extra love for ya because, well, who has ever let a turkey coma stop them from enjoying some sweet savings? So all day (from 11 to 6pm) we’re offering an additional 10% off of everything in our infamous sale loft! This means that all shoes and accessories upstairs are 40% off and sale boots are 50% off! As I’m sure you already know, we keep our sale loft stocked and ready, with deals on some of your favorite brands including Miz Mooz, Giraudon, John Fluevog, El Naturalista and Cydwoq! We hope to see you there!

Sweet surprise sale- say what?!

This Saturday and Sunday (November 13th and 14th) pedX is having a major sale!

From open to close all weekend, we’re having a 30% off sale on boots (Yes, all of ‘em. Well, all the regularly priced ones. Tall boots. Booties. Desert boots. Dressy boots. All. Of. Them.) So what are you waiting for? I know you still need some good Fall and Winter Boots. And I know you love a good deal. So come down this weekend and check it out. We only do this because we love you!

Check out just a few of the droolworthy styles you can save on this weekend at pedX:

(This offer only includes boots not already on sale. All sales are final.)

Oh Boy! Gift giving just got easier!

This time of year, everyone has one. It comes up, usually during a meal or party. What starts out as an innocent anecdote suddenly turns into horror story after horror story for everyone involved; a true example of one-upmanship. I’m talking, of course, about The Worst Present I’ve Ever Gotten.
“Oh, no no no! For our tenth wedding anniversary, my husband got me a mulcher… A. MULCHER.”
“Well Ted’s rich old Aunt Irma got us a coupon book as a wedding gift.”
This conversation can last for hours. And we all know it’s the thought that counts, and we all know these stories can be more fun the the stories of The Best Present I’ve Ever Gotten, but in the long run, we would all rather cut to the chase and get what we want. We here at pedX try to make it as easy as possible to get what you want, so we are now carrying wish cards. So the next time you are here and you see something that begs to be wrapped up all cute and presented to you accordingly, just snag a wish card, fill it out, and slide it on to the gift giver of your choice. Then they can come down and and have an snag-free shopping spree. Plus, the cards come in the handiest wallet size! What are you waiting for? The early bird gets the worm! The squeaky wheel gets the grease! All other manner of cliches that apply!

Essential Fall Shoes

It’s my favorite time of year folks! Me and Fall, we get along just fine. Luxuriously soft sweaters, fluffy blankets, cozy layers and lots of leather suits my pasty skin just swell.
It was on a recent Fall day that a few fashion forward friends and I, all snuggled up in the aforementioned layers and blankets as it were, sat around discussing what we consider to be the Essential Fall Shoe.*

If you’re looking for a shoe that can work for years (in terms of longevity in the quality and the style), you need to look for something chic. There are always piles of trends to wade through to find something that works best for you, but we narrowed it down to a few that could work for just about anyone:

1. Biker Boots.  The biker boot is more of a classic than most people think. It’s all about adapting it to your personal style. Biker styles get an A+ for adding a bit of edge to overly girly outfits, being built so sturdy and doing a surprisingly top-notch job of keeping your feet warm. Plus the stovepipe cut is great for a wide range of calf widths. Avoid any styles that are overdesigned (too many buckles, etc.) or too shiny.
(L-R: Bronx, at pedX & Manifesto; J. Shoes, at pedX; Jeffrey Campbell, Manifesto)

2. Ankle Booties. Most ankle booties are a bit of a give and take come Fall; while they offer less protection from the elements, they make up for it in an array of extra fun styles since they are so on-trend this year. But don’t let that scare you; If you pick a high quality pair in a style you love, you can wear them for years! From flatter than flat to sky-high heels, this style looks great on everyone and translates well from day to night.
(Clockwise from top: Diba, Jeffrey Campbell, Clarks, all at Manifesto.)

3. Knee High (and Higher) Dress Boots. This season offers a bigger array of styles, silhouettes and details than I have ever seen. Buckles, pleats, ruching, decorative zippers, buttons, heels, the list goes on and on. The trick with a dressier or trendier boot is to make sure you find a pair that can be incorporated into your wardrobe with little to no extra effort. Basically, look for a pair that matches your lifestyle and the rest of your wardrobe.
(L-R: Miz Mooz, at pedX, coming soon to Manifesto; D-Segno, at pedX; Bronx, at pedX & Manifesto)

4. Flat Riding Boots.  There’s so much I could say about the ubiquitous riding boot, but since they’re the perfect boot and all, I’m sure you already know, right? They’re flat, so they’re comfy, flattering and versatile. A great riding boot can take you from day to night with a costume change- some dark skinny jeans tucked in and a gauzy blouse are so sexy! To get more mileage out of this style, look for a great foot bed, sturdy leather, and no more than two embellishments.
(L-R: Camper, at pedX & Manifesto; Gee WaWa, at pedX; Bronx, at pedX & Manifesto)

5. Menswear Inspired Shoes. I think there is something undeniably sexy about a woman in menswear. Think about Katherine Hepburn, Lauren Hutton, Madonna in the 90s… They oozed sex appeal without donning more feminine looks. The look is very understated, and therefore makes a statement- a bit like you rolled out of bed looking fabulous and wore your boyfriend’s shirt to work. A menswear-style shoe has the same appeal. From high heeled wingtips to flat styles identical to your boyfriend’s, this is a great option when the weather won’t accommodate your favorite strappy pumps. Try them with everything- jeans and a cozy sweater, tights and a sweater dress, suits for work… Have fun!

What are some of your essentials for Fall?

xoxo,
Sally

*Everyone does this, right? Right?!