Cinderella's Shoes for the Ball

With the Carolina Ball right around the corner, a big concern is what dancin' shoes should a gal wear?

Do you go with sassy pumps? Flats to show off your fancy feet?

What is a girl to do?

Before my big dress reveal, I will say that my dress is black, so my shoe choice most likely will be black as well. I have a good feeling I will be wearing these:

Why my black Jacks aren't QUITE "formalwear", I do trust them very much and my dress entirely covers my shoes. I hope to do a LOT of dancing and so I know I want my shoes to allow me to do so!

If I were wearing a short dress, I would absolutely wear my Jessica Simpson Calie Nude Pumps! I actually have a banquet that I will be attending on Wednesday and I'll be donning these with a blue, short cocktail dress. I am so excited to be pulling these out of my closet, I love the way they feel on and how they REALLY extend the look of your legs.

These stunning gold Tory Burch heels would match almost anything in your closet! I have tons of different options that these heels would look great with. The heel and ankle strap make it dressy enough to go from gala to wedding to bridesmaids brunch to the Carolina Ball!

What do you usually wear to your most formal events? Do you usually stick to one certain pair? What are your best dancin' shoes?

Hopefully I won't be Cinderella of the Carolina Ball myself and lose my shoes!

xxKatie

Tradesy

Another little "something" I spotted on Instagram was Tradesy. Think of an upscale consignment store meets eBay for name brands ONLY. Imagine your favorite brands: Lilly Pulitzer, Kate Spade, Jack Rogers, you name it! Heavy hitters like Christian Louboutin are even listed!

I decided to list my BRAND NEW unworn Jack Rogers on Tradesy as a test! I've never held a blog sale, because I'm afraid of scams (not that any of y'all are scammers!) and listing items or "selling" them on Facebook. I know that you have to be watching for transactions live, and I'm usually in class or at work when my blog goes live.

Anyway, Tradesy takes all the hassle out of it! I don't have to monitor it like I have to monitor eBay and you don't have to worry about the shipping mess. Tradesy will send you all the stuff you'll need as well has handling the credit card transaction and then pays you!

Sign up here to check out what's for sale or list your own items!

xxKatie

Christmas Wardrobe Staples

I wear very similar things most of the time. I stick to shapes I like and colors and textures that I'm used to. That being said, my Christmas outfit is usually along the same lines, although it does differ every year! There are a few holiday staples that you'll want to keep handy as you run from soiree to event to dinner during this Christmas season!

I am starting at the bottom, but these are actually my Christmas shoes this year! I found them at a clearance sale at the beginning of the summer at the most fun accessory store next to the store I work at, and there was one pair left in my size. I took it as fate and snagged them! I've been saving them for something special and Christmas seems perfect. They are Libby Edelman "Nalini" Suede Bootie. Find a pair of shoes that will work with multiple outfits. Stick to black and nude patent or suede!

Finding your frock is always a tough decision! I usually like to go with metallics or jewel tones. This year, my dress is royal blue and emerald (to kick off the color of the year!) but last year I wore a gold shift. I like this strapless one especially if you're on the party circuit (and it's on sale!)

I am still a big fan of my metallic Christmas dress from last year and I always look for more occasions to wear it!

Find a fun and festive statement necklace! I love this BaubleBar gold bib necklace because it can jazz up an LBD or work great with a red or green party dress! (Not on BaubleBar yet? Get your invite today!)

Top off your look with the perfect Christmas color for your nails! Tons of people RAVE about "Bordeaux" as a go-to holiday color, so clearly this is the winner!

Do you have your holiday outfits picked out? Are there certain colors or Christmas items you stick to?

xxKatie

Bows on Toes

"Bows on Bows" was a post that my friends enjoyed talking about for awhile and even ended up as chatter at a bar one night, so I figured I'd bring it back since it was popular!

Bows seem to be a big trend this year--color me a fan! I love bows whether they're an addition to a piece, an extra decoration or on the tips of your shoes!

Starting off with a BANG, these Ferragamo flats are the flats that made bows on shoes a staple. It doesn't get more classic than Ferragamo patent flats and these will ALWAYS be in style. Treat them right, and they will certainly treat you back! How could you not start with these shoes when you're talking about bows on toes?!?

I am SMITTEN with these bow pumps by Butter! I love the shimmer yet neutral characteristics about them and they are just girly enough! These would be great for Christmas, a wedding and anything and everything in between!

The reigning Queen of Flats, Tory Burch herself has even come out with a bow laden shoe great for fall and winter! This caramel color will look great with any bottoms of your choosing for fall and winter. I get so much use out of my TB Reva's that I'm sure I'd be able to find a time for these to add into the rotation!

What's not to love about these Kate Spade pumps? The mesh is a new look, but these would be TDF for the spring and if I was bold enough and confident enough, I would L-O-V-E to wear these to Carolina Cup or the Kentucky Derby!

These flats are so darling and have LBP written all over them! I'd pair these with SO much of my closet, not to mention basically ALL of the newest Lilly Pulitzer Resort 2012 sportswear. I'm obsessed with the multi-layer bows on these toes!

I have had a few pairs of Enzo Angiolini pumps in the past that I have LOVED. These are great work pumps that would go with so much since it has both black patent and neutral tones on it!

Do you like the bows on toes trend? I do! I do! I do!

xxKatie

Tailgate City, USA: The Shoes

Your shoes are another decision that is tough and very dependent on the time of the year!

Clockwise from top left:

Gameday Jack Rogers: these were my choice of footwear! I practically live in Jacks, so I HAD to add Gameday Jacks to my rotation! I've worn them for two games and they've been great!

Basic Strappy Sandals: you can find these sandals everywhere! They match anything and no matter what you want to wear, these simple strappy flats will look perfect!

Cowboy Boots: boots are great pretty much any time of the year--you can wear them when it's hot or once it gets cold! I'd say almost every Gamecock girl has her favorite pair of Gameday boots. The key to boots--BREAK THOSE BABIES IN!

Floral Flats: break out these fun flats when you want to add a little oomph to your outfit! They're sassy and add a little pop to your piggies!

Do you have a favorite pair of go-to Gameday shoes? I like all these different options!

xxKatie

My Summer Grind

My summer seems to have a decent pattern as of these last few weeks! My current summer essentials are:

Costa Del Mar Isabela: My absolute go-to pair of sunglasses

Lilly Pulitzer Agenda: I mistakenly thought that summer meant less plans. Nope!

Pinch: Our favorite place to hang out, Wednesdays are my fave!

CeraVe lotion: This is SAVING my skin from all my new acne medicine! I would recommend it if you have dry skin--it's TOTALLY worth every penny!

Wedges: What if I'm as tall as my dad? I've been all about the wedges and don't even care if they make me like 6'4''. That rules!

Pink Nail Polish: "Off the Shoulder" will be my next color! I bought it and I know I'm already going to like it. Wanna know how? When I got that pedicure, I got it in OTS! I tested the color out and it's a 100% match. Talk about a stylish subconscious! 

While it's a motley crew of summer staples, this is what I'm living off of these days! What are your summer must-haves?

xxKatie

P.S.: If anyone is heading to Columbia Style Week events tonight, I'd love to meet up--tonight is a meet and greet anyway! Snap a few photos for the facebook page ;) Send me an email (katie AT letsbepreppy DOT com) or tweet @letsbepreppy and let me know!!! I know some of my Columbia readers are in town and it's gonna be an awesome week of festivities!

Giveaway: Chirp Your Colors with JP Crickets!

 

It's that time again y'all! Let me present you with JP Crickets!

This fun brand is all about showing your pride all the way down to your toes! JP Crickets is the go-to loafer that still boasts YOUR University pride! There are more designs that have monograms, logos and even custom designs too!

How perfect would these shoes be for a Gameday, party, or even networking event! I know USC has Gamecock clubs all across the nation for Gamecock alumni everywhere--you'd be the talk of the party in a pair of these! With Father's Day right around the corner too, they'd make an awesome gift for your dad--or grad!

Being the Gamecock that I am, I'm quite partial to this pair!

Although it's the-school-that-shall-not-be-named, I like the mule version of the loafers too! Even Clemson fans can share in the fun!!

In honor of my sister who's headed to Auburn University in the fall, these blue and orange ones are too fun too!

University of Georgia Bulldogs can even enjoy their shoe in linen for those HOT Georgia Gamedays!

 

All of these universities are included in their collection too!

Special for LBP readers, JP Crickets is offering $20 off anyone who would like to purchase a pair from their website (the only place they're currently available!!) directly with the code "PREPPY20"! How awesome is that?! PERFECT for gift-giving!!

Anyway, in order to enter the giveaway, you must do all of the following:

1. Leave ONE COMMENT telling how you would "Chirp Your Style" with JP Crickets!

2. Like JP Crickets on Facebook!

3. Follow JP Crickets on Twitter @jpcrickets

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5. Like Let's Be Preppy on Facebook!

For additional entries:

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2. Use the #ChirpYourStyle on Pinterest after pinning your favorite shoes from the JPCrickets website!

Y'all, there are SO MANY WAYS to enter this giveaway! I am SO excited to share it with you, it's one of my favorite giveaways to date!

This giveaway will run for ONE week so get it while the getting's good!

xxKatie

Wedges on Wedges on Wedges

Spring is right around the corner!

That means time for CUTE shoes, pedicures and fabulous outfits! I am happily looking forward to fun, flirty new shoes for spring. Here are a few of my favorites:

Lilly Pulitzer (I am IN LOVE WITH THESE!)

Via Spiga

Kate Spade

Toms (I'm like almost never a Toms fan, but these are pretty cute!)

Tommy Hilfiger

Ralph Lauren--these also come in gold! How amazing?

Where do you go to for wedges? Do you wear wedges or regular heels?

xxKatie

Organization Nation

I saw this pin on Pinterest awhile back and pinned it so that I would remember it, the usual Pinterest MO. I have SO many pins, and not many "done's" on Pinterest, however this is one I've actually put into place!

In my room at school, I have two closets--one small one with a single door, and my real closet that has French doors. In my small closet, I store jackets, t-shirts, extra PJ's, decorations, gifts for people, costumes, and my laundry. It's about a foot away from my bathroom, so I figured I would use the door for something too! I decided to convert it into storage for cleaning supplies a la Pinterest!

Mine isn't totally full obviously, but only because my organizer doesn't fit the fatter, 32oz bottles. Most of the slots are different bathroom cleaners, room sprays, and there's even some shoe protectant in there too! I'm very pleased with the outcome and what it looks like--hidden and out of the way!

Also, since this Christmas was the Christmas of shoes, I needed a different storage solution for my shoes. Naturally, I followed suit and got 2 more shoe organizers to hold them too. I'm not exactly sure why I've never used these in the past, but they are great! I've stored all my shoes in big plastic bins since my freshman year, but I'm much happier with this solution.

This one holds all my Jacks, neutral shoes, espadrilles, and metallic shoes.

This one holds my dark shoes, more business-y shoes, and sneakers. 

The rest of my flats, boat shoes, boots and flip-flops are still in the bin where they'll stay until I need to wear them on certain days!

How do you organize your closets? Do you use these shoe holders for anything other than shoes?

xxKatie

Christmas Shoes

Everyone's heard the very sad Christmas song, "Christmas Shoes"...but this is MUCH happier! For me this year, it was the Christmas of Shoes. I got a bunch ranging from dressy to outdoorsy:

BCBGeneration Tedolie

Enzo Angiolini Elaya Pumps (These I actually got myself to wear on Christmas Eve)

Jack Rogers Collegiate Colors Navajo

L.L. Bean Duck Boots

Jack Rogers Platinum Navajo

Did you have a "theme" to your Christmas? Were there any similarities in your gifties?

xxKatie

There are Macys coupons available for shoes.

LBS

LBS: Little Black Shoes

If there's an LBD, there sure can be LBS too!

Cole Haan: Violet Pump 90

Kate Spade: Elate

Sam Edelman: Portney

Me Too: Jeanette

Cole Haan: Eve Air OT Pump

Elizabeth and James: Lilly

Nine West: Escher

Kate Spade: Gillian

How much fun are they? The holiday season is the PERFECT time to don some black shoes that steal the show!! Hopefully inclement weather doesn't impact your shoe wearing plans! One year it was so slushy and cold my dad had to escort all the ladies through the muck to the sidewalks to church and the restaurant! I hope that never happens again!

Do you have a great pair of LBS?

xxKatie