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 totally get the ankle strap thing. I even look for flats with ankle straps. I have these crazy-wide caveman feet, so I have trouble finding shoes that fit comfortably, and an ankle strap makes up for a lot of other shortcomings. I love heels, but I’m a teacher and I stand all day so heels are really a no-go for me. A grouchy teacher is not good!
I really enjoy your fashion friday posts! I need a little inspiration about what’s new out there, even though I don’t often spend on clothes. And I appreciate the workout posts too, although mostly all it does is give me a major guilt attack. Keep them all coming!
I LOVE those shoes!!! And…I love Fashion Fridays. Keep it up!!
I’m sorry, I guess I misunderstood. I thought the point of having a blog was to share the content that YOU want to. I thought the point was to evolve and grow. Silly me..
How people can complain about free things is beyond me. I can’t even keep up between the blog, Instagram, and your cookbooks! It would take me years to make all the recipes and ideas you’ve given. And now on top of all that you’ve got fashion and workouts too?? I’ll never have to buy another magazine again. So on behalf of all the (sane) people, I say keep doing you.
And I feel ya on the whole ankle strap thing. I trip in regular shoes, heels are like a death trap for me.
LOVE these shoes Juli! I’m loving the fashion and workouts on the blog these days, it’s nice to see something other than food to get great ideas from. Your recipes rock but your fashion sense and workouts also do too. Thanks for everything you do!
So you’re not posting as many recipes. Bummer. You know what’s not a bummer? Seeing awesome outfit inspirations from a real twenty something on a budget! You know what else isn’t a bummer? Seeing pictures of Jackson (he’s so cute) and posts about how you work out. I get it people want to see recipes but I have used this as an opportunity to look through your archives and try some recipes that I may have overlooked be they are farther back. I consider this an opportunity. Keep doing you girl!
I like that you have started to post fashion fridays. I have an athletic build and find it hard to put outfits together….I then typically end up wearing the same old thing. You’re visuals are helpful for me and the fact that you aren’t a size 0 but a true fit and strong female I am able to relate closer to you than any Nordstrom catalog. Thanks Julie
Those are sooooo cute! I have a hard time with heels because I’ve sprained both ankles multiple times. It’s hard to find a decent heel that as soon as I stand my ankles don’t pop! As usual your are beautiful and your recipe’s are truly a God send. It’s also nice to know that you are in my expensive, beautiful & sunny San Diego!
I really like the direction you’ve gone with you blog recently. I used to visit all the time when you first started up, because I was hardcore paleo/crossfit, and I needed yummy recipes. I’m neither now, and it’s nice to see how you (and many commenters) have also evolved. I like the fashion posts because I have a similar body-type and all I usually wear are stretchy pants. Helpful to see how you dress trends to flatter your body.
Thought I’d chime in, since you’ve had plenty of feedback stating the opposite. Can’t please everyone, and that’s okay. All too often, those are the loudest voices though. Thanks for sharing your ever-evolving life!
Hi Juli! I love your website and your recipes and humor! Thanks so much for bringing some happiness into the world and for being a real person with varied interests (who knew you could be interested in more than one thing, right?). Anyway, I thought I’d share this with you since you have Jackson and you seem to like quirky things: https://www.etsy.com/listing/126175623/yacikopo-handmade-french-bulldog-ring-us?ref=shop_home_feat_1
P.S. The pancake recipe that you and George developed is phenomenal! I make it at least 2 or 3 times a week and my (non-Paleo/primal/whatever) husband loves them 🙂 Thanks again for all you do!
Oops! 2 or 3 times a month!
I don’t know whom Fashion Fridays are aimed at, but I, for one, love it. I love seeing how a strong woman can look classy and gorgeous at the same time. And I particularly like that you show off your powerful legs, which are a testament to your hard work in the gym. You look great and we all know you earned it!