Showing posts with label shoes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shoes. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Mother's Day Accessories Gift Guide 2025

Looking for some last-minute Mother's Day gifts for yourself or your mom? Check out my favorites for this spring season!


For the mom who loves to travel, customize your gift with Jet Set Candy, featuring charms, chains and necklaces. Some of the charm collections include luggage tags, passport stamps, national parks and 3D charms. There are also 3D charms with styles for everyone, whether you prefer a champagne glass, camera, stiletto, or passport charm.


Another item that's hot for spring are Marchon's Pure eyewear styles. My top pick: P-7009 eyeglasses in Lime with a cat eye shape.


Danni Ro luxury handbags are crafted in Barcelona and inspired by the city's elegance and artisanal tradition, including the Manhattan Bag, Lisbon Baby Clutch, DR Clutch and Joy Bag.


For a more luxurious gift, explore Katherine Riardant’s genuine leather handbags and accessories, crafted in Italy. Featured styles include the Salomea Bucket Bag and the Bernina Top Handle Bag. I also love the Versa Cuff Bracelet, which comes in a variety of colors such as Off White, Kelly Green, Light Pink or Paprika Red. These bracelets are made from caviar grained leather and lined with leather. 


I’m loving the spring styles from 27 EDIT Naturalizer, especially Elaine, the statement slingback. slingback in champagne gold leather. It can easily be dressed up with a skirt or dress, or paired with jeans for a more casual look. The 2 3/4-inch sculpted heel strikes just the right balance. It's tall enough to elevate your style, but comfortable enough for all-day wear. Plus, it features REZORB™ responsive cushioning that absorbs shock and provides soft, lightweight comfort. Other great spring options include the boho-inspired Jordis heel and the Zen Strappy Platform Sandal.

- Kim Weling

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Mother's Day Accessory Gift Guide 2023

Whether you are shopping for your mom for Mother's Day or are a mom looking for a gift to treat yourself, here are my top accessory gift picks! Thank you to the Accessories Council for all the gifting ideas and introducing me to these amazing brands and products!


Dune Jewelry Wave Necklace - Turquoise Gradient
Dune Jewelry allows you to customize your sterling silver jewelry piece by taking sand you got from the beach or other earth elements you've found, layered to a gem-like finish. If you don't have an element to send, you can select Old Silver Beach and one of their sand artists can handcraft a Wave necklace for you. It's also something to think about for the future - you can collect sand from an upcoming beach or hiking  trip with your mom or you can gift this as a hint of a future trip! It's a conversation piece that your mom can always cherish!

Alzerina Jewelry Cabo Verde Ana Bracelet
Alzerina Jewelry has various collections including the Cabo Verde collection, inspired by the Conta di Ojo bead that originated in Cabo Verde, Africa. Each handcrafted piece is made with authentic Conta di Ojo beads, widely known as a symbol of protection from the evil eye to bring anyone wearing it good luck and energy! You can choose from colorful crystals and beads to black and gold.

Naomi Cuff - 14K Gold Plated
Sophie Blake NY is a women-owned jewelry brand that has modern, architectural and textural cuff designs that really caught my eye. I have always loved cuff bracelets since they can adjust to fit any wrist.

DKNY Sunglasses 116 S Matte Black
DKNY sunglasses are a useful gift that everyone can use daily, whether you are driving to work, walking to the store or going on vacation! This particular pair is perfect for everyday wear and is comfortable and lightweight.

POP BAG USA Pebbled Leather Mini Crossbody
Pop Bag is a unique gift, as you can customize your bag by snapping on a different color or patterned leather panel. You can also choose from a small, medium or large size tote and even get additional leather panels in case you decide to color block your bag later or add a pop of color. For the mini crossbody bags, you can choose from saffiano, pebbled or croc-embossed leather. For the larger tote size, there are additional options such as PVC, clear or even a Swarovski crystals tote. I have the pebbled mini in pink and I love it! It's the perfect size to fit my essentials, love the gold chain strap and the option to wear it as a crossbody or carry it as a tote.

Daniel Med Everyday Leather Satchel Bag
If you are looking for a fashion-forward soft leather bag with multiple pockets and functional details, then you'll want to check out Hammit LA. I also love the additional rivets and reinforced hardware on these bags. Hammit LA has several options including clutch, crossbody, shoulder, satchel, tote and backpack styles. There are. also bold colors such as a bright red or palm green.

Luna Selene Jackie O. Houndstooth Ankle Bootie 2.0
Luna Selene handcrafted footwear invokes elegance with timeless femininity, mixing the glamour of the 1950s-60s with today's modern edge. These shoes are made in Italy, and can be dressed up or down. The Jackie O. Houndstooth Ankle Bootie 2.0 is definitely my favorite, with a contrast red heel but I also love the Monroe Red Suede Pumps.

Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Platform Wingtip Oxford
These Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Platform Wingtip Oxfords are sustainable, super lightweight and comfortable with a Sitchlite™ knit upper in 100% recycled PET knit yarn and Patented Flowerfoam™ sole made from a minimum of of 25% dandelion rubber. These oxfords come in a variety of fashionable colors including optic white-metallic silver, rose smoke, gold-ivory and pecan-ivory.

- Kim Weling

Sunday, March 17, 2019

Winter Style with Adidas Outdoors and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH



The Adidas Outdoors Climawarm Nuvic Jacket is just the long down jacket I was looking for. I was surprised at how lightweight this jacket is, yet how warm it is on. It's made with climawarm® technology, which keeps you warm and comfortable in cold weather. It's also easily packable to take on trips. 

The jacket has a hood, side zip pickets and a zip pocket on the left sleeve, great for stashing a metro or credit card and cash. The overlapping baffle design provides enhanced insulation. The water-resistant down still maintains warmth even when the jacket is wet. There are even heat seal inserts on the neck and cuffs to keep warm air inside.

I'm amazed at how well the XS fit. Other long down jackets I have tried either had an oversized fit or the sleeves were too long. This down jacket has a tailored fit, and since it stays insulated and warm, there's no need to wear clothing in layers with this jacket. 

This puffer jacket was the perfect outer layer to pair with a super comfy Pure Navy Plaid Curved-Hem Shirtdress in Black White and Ava & Aiden Jord Metallic Bow Detail Pumps in Gold both from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth, and Spanx Faux Leather Leggings



Photos by Ari Weling

- Kim Weling

Monday, November 5, 2018

Adidas Outdoor Fall/Winter Outerwear and Footwear Must-Haves

Here are my top five Adidas Outdoor picks from women's jackets to shoes, designed to keep you warm, cozy and comfortable this Fall/Winter season.

W Varilite Hybrid jacket has down insulation in its core and knit sleeves for easy movement. 


W Climaheat Jacket - This jacket is lightweight and packable, making it great for travel. I usually travel with two coats, and the packable option comes in handy when trying to fit everything in your carry-on. The Climaheat keeps you super warm and dry in cold weather. 

W CW Nuvic Jacket - This cozy down jacket is perfect when you are looking for a longer silhouette, and need extra warmth thanks to the climawarm®. 

Terrex Agravic GTX W Trail Running Shoe - these shoes are just as functional as they are fashionable. This shoe is built with responsive boost™ cushioning and a waterproof GORE-TEX®. The textile and mesh upper has abrasion-resistant welding for added durability and a grippy Continental™ Rubber outsole to keep you from slipping even when it's raining. 

Terrex Choleah Padded CP Winter Sports Shoe - This shoe was designed for everyday winter wear. The climaproof® protection keeps your feet dry while PrimaLoft® insulation provides maximum warmth in cold weather. A high-traction rubber outsole maximizes footing on wet and dry surfaces.

- Kim Weling

Monday, March 26, 2018

Wolverine 1000 Mile Collection Spring 2018


Even though it doesn't feel quite like spring just yet, I'm so glad we can finally focus on Spring 2018 footwear! The Wolverine 1000 Mile Collection for spring features the Original 1000 Mile Boot in new suede colorways for men and women, as well as the men's launch of the 1000 Mile "1940" Boot and the 1000 Mile Sneaker. The Wolverine 1000 Mile Collection was recreated from archival Wolverine patterns from the 1940s and handcrafted in the U.S.A. This collection embodies the pillars of Wolverine’s heritage – comfort, durability, function and style.



The Wolverine Original 1000 Mile Boot ($365) is America's original work boot, made with the same time-tested construction methods as the first boot made over 100 years ago. The Original boot is made with  Goodyear Welt construction, which allows the boot to be resoled for years of wear, and stacked leather soles. New colorways for women include Grey Suede and Camo Suede.



The Wolverine 1000 Mile 1940 boot ($415) features a distinct two-piece design that is classic and elegant. The boot's "seamless contour-back is "cut to copy your ankle" and the pattern lines use triple needle stitching, illustrating the attention to detail and craftsmanship in each pair. The boot features beautiful Horween® leather from Chicago in three different colors: natural, tan and black. 

The natural leather is 100-percent pure vegetable tanned leather, made using many of the same elements and processes as the company’s premier shell cordovan. The natural color is the result of tanning without the use of any dyes and showcases the leather in its most natural state, allowing it to darken and develop a patina with wear. 

A best seller when it was introduced in 1914, the 1000 Mile boot is so durable and comfortable it was said to give you 1000 miles of wear. This particular boot honors its heritage as a recreation of a popular 1940s pattern. 



The Wolverine 1000 Mile Original Sneaker for both men and women introduces the classic style of the Original 1000 Mile boot, with the lightweight comfort and flexibility of a sneaker, featuring a soft, comfortable Tumbled Essex leather upper from Horween tannery, cupsole construction and a Vibram® outsole to make the shoe ultra flexible. 

- Kim Weling

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

UGG x Six:02 Holiday Party Hosted by Andy Cohen


Earlier this month I stopped by the UGG x Six:02 holiday party, hosted by Andy Cohen. I got to preview the new UGG winter collection, including the Classic Mini in crushed velvet, Starlyn Sneaker, Isley Boot with removable pom poms, Viki Leather Boot, and Ansley Moccasin.

UGG Boots are my go-to in the winter, and it feels like an incredibly cold season already! The sheepskin or UGGpure wool lining really helps to keep you warm and cozy, and waterproof boots are a necessity for inclement weather.



- Kim Weling

Monday, December 11, 2017

SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker NYC Pop-Up


The SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker Pop-Up Shop at 6 West 52nd Street opened on Black Friday and was only going to be open through December 3rd, but has been extended, through December 15th! Phone cases, candles, fragrances, clutches and bags are also available. 

I made it to the pop-up during the first weekend in December, and I'm so glad I did since I never tried a pair of SJP shoes on until now! I fell in love with all the sparkly shoes, quality and details. I tried on several pairs, and the size 35 really fit true to size, and they are pretty comfortable, especially since there are a variety of heel heights and styles.

Sarah Jessica Parker launched the SJP footwear line in 2014 with Manolo Blahnik CEO George Malkemus. All the shoes are made in Italy and are available at Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. There's one notable difference though. The stores don't carry a size 35 - the availability starts at a 35.5, so if you happen to be a size 35, I suggest you drop by the pop-up!












- Kim Weling

Monday, August 14, 2017

Chambray + Lace with American Eagle, Who What Wear Collection at Target and Dr. Martens


I was so happy with how this summer photo shoot turned out! You'd never know the mosquitoes and humidity were at play in these photos. As for my outfit, chambray + lace ended up being the perfect fit for the park scenery and flowers.

My American Eagle chambray dress was super comfy, and I’m excited to mention that I saw more chambray dresses at the recent American Eagle holiday preview. I have very minimal white in my wardrobe, but this lace shell ($22.99) by Who What Wear Collection, exclusively at Target is the perfect layering piece. I also got it in black. If you haven’t checked it out yet, definitely go to target.com and check out the new Who What Wear fall collection. I already bought four fall pieces and plan on getting a few more for the upcoming season. Great quality and pricing, but the best part is that the XS is actually true to sizing, with more of a tailored fit. I get so disappointed by these designer collaborations having such a large, loose fit. I’m happy I can actually shop this collection!

The Dr. Martens Jemima Aunt Sally shoes ($120) in White are comfortable to walk in for miles. They run wide and big, so I definitely recommend sizing down or wearing with a shoe insert or socks. What I love about these chukka boots is that you can dress them up or down. I’ve worn my Black pair with jeggings for a previous Dr. Martens photo shoot, but they can also be worn with a skirt, shorts or leggings. I saw that these shoes now come in Silver which I love!


Thank you to Deepti Sheladia for doing a fabulous job on my makeup look – I love the copper/navy eye and bold pink lip. Thank you to Krystal Pratt for thinking of this hidden gem of a location to shoot at and capturing such natural shots and making it look and feel effortless. The photos in the mini flower field are some of my favorite ones that Krystal has ever shot of me!

Lace shell: Who What Wear Collection at Target
Dress: American Eagle Outfitters
Shoes: Dr. Martens




















Photos by Krystal Pratt

- Kim Weling