I.Love.These.Shoes.
The thing about these Cynthia Vincent shoes is that I ABSOLUTELY could not usually afford them. No way, no how. Not even the shoes that are on sale on her website. I won’t even pay that much for jeans, let alone shoes I won’t wear every single day. BUT, these shoes are incredibly well made and super d duper comfortable. And you know what? I found them at Common Threads in Boulder, which is a consignment store, for $47. I’m not totally sure what these shoes cost to their original owner, but I’m guessing about $250 or more. Gosh damn I love me a good deal.
I’ve figured out that the only way I’m comfortable in high heels is if they have an ankle strap. I don’t know if it’s because I have messed up feet and ankles or because I have the sweatiest feet in the world, but ankle straps make me feel waaaay more comfortable and less frightened of walking in heels.
Let’s be real, you pretty much have to plan your outfit around these shoes. I wore my black shorts from Pink’s Boutique, a white tank I also found at Common Threads, a blue blazer from Francesca’s and some silver and black accessories. But the other awesome pop of color I added was my favorite bag by Kelly Moore. I seriously use this bag for everything. It’s my gym bag, my travel bag, and my snacks bag. You know, because everybody needs a snack bag.
Sage Solid Blue Blazer from Francesca’s for $48 | White tank from Common Threads for $15 | Cynthia Vincent Pumps found at Common Threads for $47 : similar here | Black lace shorts from Pink’s Boutique for $20 | Esther Kelly Green Kelly Moore Bag for $199 | Accessories from random thrift stores
Photography: Andrea Flanagan Photography
I find that now that this blog has become a bit more of a lifestyle blog, I look forward to your posts even more! I like seeing your work outs, drooling over your recipes, and envying your closet. You do you, boo boo.
Agh, this whole outfit! I adore it! And the photog did an amazing job at capturing it. I agree that ankle straps make heels 100x better–I’m comfortable walking my most any heel, but I will always pick an ankle strap or bootie where my foot is not going anywhere. Now I want to see if I can stalk those heels on ebay…….
Also, I will add my voice to the mix: I think it’s amazing how you have found ways to reinvent your personal brand and capture more and more of an audience. You are clearly AMAZINGLY successful at what you do. You’ve found *multiple* niches that have garnered you many adoring fans and, again, incredible success. Your versatility and list of talents are truly impressive. As a fledgling blogger, you are truly a source of inspiration to me. 🙂
P.S. I’m making your old recipe for sage bison burgers with bacon apple chutney for the first time this week. I still love your blog for recipes (plus the rest), and I love that I can still get that, regardless of the frequency you post recipes these days. 🙂
Thanks so much, Suzanne!
Hey Juli! I’m sorta new to Denver, been here almost 2 years now. I went gluten free early Spring 2013 and followed with Paleo after a 21 DSD this January. Any good suggestions for Paleo-friendly dining? I have been to Shine in Boulder and it was AMAZING! Need more places like that! Any suggestions would be much appreciated. LOVE the new cookbook btw, the cinnamon swirly bread is a revelation! 😉 Christin
Wow! So I haven’t been on here in FOREVER except at old recipes (eh hem, brownies), so I haven’t seen this massive change in your blog style!
I apparently need to get with the times. I look forward to seeing all your changes, it’s been at least 2 years for me (I know, sorry….). You still inspire me though and as I FINALLY got my husband on board with paleo, I’ll be refrequenting your blog for food ideas.
So happy to see how much your blog has grown! Gah! Just amazing! Good for you!
Juli :
1. You look awesome!
2. Don’t f*cking care about others opinion – if they do not want to read it than they don’t have to. Haters gonna hate. I just dot n’t really understand why people want to waist their time and ruin other person mood by writing odd comments- but people are weird.
3. I love the fact that you are finding balance in the paleo world – I have enough of paleo-police/perfectionism. +we don’t really need to label ourselves as paleo/vegan/whatever.
I love sushi with rice to much to give it up for a paleo label.
So that’s all – keep it up!
Ugh, the haters! So ridiculous. Yeah… 500 recipes isn’t enough?!
You make the fashion & workout posts quite obvious with the titles, so it’s easy to ignore for anyone who isn’t interested in that.
I just wanted to add my voice to the others that it is your blog & it’s NATURAL for it to evolve anyway.
Juli,
I am new to your blog and just want to say thank you. Not only for being the real and incredibly awesome women who never fails to make me laugh, but also for helping me find my passion for cooking great tasting healthy meals. Please don’t change, you’re my inspiration.