Fashion Blog

Disregarding the suicidal spiral it went on before being kicked off the air, The O.C. used to be a legitimate guilty pleasure of sex, shopping and scandal. Please, they were more than scandalicious: Marissa and Summer were beacons of chic, accessible fashion. While Gossip Girl, the O.C. NYC version, prides itself on label-dropping, The O.C. was all about the pure look. Here’s how you can pay homage to your deceased homies.

Summer Lovin’: The pouty lips, self-confidence and sarcasm all bottled up in to one thing: powerful fashion choices. With Summer, it was all about mastering the balance of showing skin and staying in control. Here are some good options:

Sequined Halter Top: $22.80

Skinny Zip Ankle Dark Jeans: $29.80

Flirty Heels - Madison Peeptoe Pump: $9.99 on sale

Moody Marissa: Alright, she wasn’t that bad, but her fashion was definitely more muted, contained, and pensive than Summer’s go-get’em spunk. To reinvent the Marissa look, go for flowing tops and flats…she never could be taller than Ryan.

Loose, mute-colored top: $34.99

Lapis Skinny Jeans: $29.99

Retro Floral Flats: $18.99

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This shoes are great for work as they are comfortable, not too high & closed toed.   The have rubber vs. wooden soles with makes them extra comfy.  They come in Red Leather & Chocolate Leather as well.

Kenneth Cole Reaction ‘Button Honey’ Flats: $58.90 (Was: $88.95)

Also, right now at Norstroms.com when you spend over $200 you get FREE SHIPPING!

Nothing better than a Winter deal on a Spring shoe–that’s what I always say.  I love it. And this is an exceptional deal, since these ‘Eylsa’ Flats from Two Lips are on sale for $31.90. That’s pretty great considering they’re leather and quite nicely detailed with cutouts and contrast stitching.  The best thing about them is that they come in Spring colors, like the super-hard-to-find navy and bronze.

A flat like this is great because it has a little bit of lift, and it’s casual enough to wear with shorts.  Yet, you can also throw them on with a skirt, of course.

Two Lips Elysa Flat, $31.90 (old price= $64.95)

It’s party season, and dressing for all of your invitations can be stressful and expensive. That’s why I’ve gathered up some great party shoes for under $150.

Nine West Revengez, $82.95

Sam Edleman Holly Embossed Snake Ballet Shoe, $70

Franco Sarto Canton patent leather pump, $89.95

MICHAEL Michael Kors Oliva Peep Toe, $132.95

BCBGirls Norris slingback pump, $97.95

Tory Burch’s Reva Flat really made a big splash this year in the world of trends. It’s no wonder, considering how perfect these shoes are and how well they go with everything.  So much so, that they may even shrug off their trend status and become full-fledged classics. If you’ve been waiting them out, now might be the time to attack since these snake skin Revas are on sale for a totally reasonable $157.50.

I know lots of ladies shy away from snake skin, which I don’t understand because I always think a bit of texture goes a long way.  A great way to wear flashy shoes is with a muted or monochromatic outfit. Try it! You might like it.

Tory Burch Reva Snake Skin Ballet Flat, $157.50 (they used to be $225).

MICHAEL Michael Kors , $119.65

Huaraches never go out of style, and every summer designers give the classic shoe a new twist. This year, they’re once again an inspiration, and they’re taking off in new and fashionable directions. They’ve been transformed into wedges, platforms and multicolored flats, so they can be mixed with dresses, skirts, jeans and shorts. Really, anything goes with these sandals. Ole!

Mia ‘Aztec’, $44.99

Tribeca ‘Liberty Bell Sandal’, $55.99

Enzo Angiolini ‘Berrin’, $92.95