Splurge vs. Save

I have been admiring gold footbed sandals for a while now. They are clearly a hot trend this season, and I can't help but fall for them. That said, I wonder will I be so head over heels next year? 

I really like this pair from Sam Edelman, especially the texture in the gold. SE makes great shoes, and they are usually very comfortable. But, for a trend, I'm not sure I want to spend $100. 

 Sam Edelman Adora $100

Enter Target. Every summer I end up buying a "cheap" pair of trendy sandals from Target and wear them non-stop. 

Mossimo Doris Footbed Sandal $29.95

I bought these Doris sandals earlier this week and am definitely don't feel any need to splurge. They fit well are super comfortable and cute!  I am usually a size 8.5 and bought the 8.

Another score for the Bullseye Boutique!

Products We Love

Our trip on the Salmon River started and ended in Sun Valley. With two of my fellow fashionista (and C&C readers) along for the adventure, I thought I owed them a little bit of retail therapy before dragging them out into the wild. 

After a successful stop at Consign Design, we popped in to the Brass Ranch at the Sun Valley Resort. Shortly thereafter, we all walked out with these fabulous leather and gold bracelets. It was pure luck that they had all three of our letters....unfortunately there was no "K". Sorry Katie! :( 

Good news is that Katie, and the rest of you, can order one online! The bracelets are made by designer Lisa Stewart .

Leather Cuff with adjustable strap

Here are a few other pieces from her collection that I wouldn't mind adding to my own jewelry collection. All are priced reasonably around $100!

All of these pieces would make a lovely gift for Mother's Day, a birthday, graduation present, etc....or a I love myself present, which you all deserve!

A Pot of Gold

I have these Target gold sandals that I have had for at least three years. They go with everything, and I wear them all the time. That said, they have no arch support and are starting to fall apart, so I am on the hunt for a new pair of gold sandals.

Here are some options, all for under $100...because I'm not spending more than that unless I find something really, really fabulous!

These Target sandals might just do the trick. Although I am sure they will be less than comfortable and fall apart in a few seasons as well, but they are to die for cute and only $16.99. They are definitely worth purchasing, even if they do only last one summer. I tried to find them in the store, but no luck, so I have pre-ordered the online as they are on back order! With shipping they were only $22.

Xhilaration Lavada Slide Sandal $16.99

I am in LOVE with these gold glitter sandals! These could be the front runner, if the Target ones don't work. The price is still very reasonable, but "expensive" in comparison.

 

Piraya Glitter Sandals $79

These just might be the pair I would spend more than $100 for...it wouldn't be much over. I know they would be comfortable, and I love Cole Haan.

 

Cole Haan Grove Sandal $128

Do you have a favorite pair of summer sandals, gold or another color? Would love to know what they are!

Watch This

I have been lusting after the Nixon (Men's) 51-30 for a while now. I really like big and bold watches and it certainly is that. But now I have a new object of my affection, the Nixon Chrono (Women's) 42-20.

Nixon Chrono 42-20 $450

Good As Gold

Get ready for the Oscar's by tromping around in these Gold Hunter Boots!

Big and Bold

I gravitate towards large watches...maybe it's because I have poorly manicured nails and want to distract the attention away from them. This Nixon 51-30 is Big and Bold, and I LOVE it!

Gold and Citrus

This necklace is amazing! It is made of hand picked antique wood grained sequins from France with 14kt gold-fill cable chain. Love it!


The Mandarin $242