August 2nd, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
Camping is tricky because it’s the weekend trip that makes it easiest to say, “You’re supposed to look kind of bad.” But stop that right now. That is never the case. I usually find that any combination of camping and hiking make for a miserable time, especially when the camping includes setting up one’s own tent or the hiking includes even a slight incline. So that’s why I refuse to camp or hike at all costs. I have done it before though, and though I find it to the absolute worst, I think the outfits can be quite adorable in that sporty kind of way. So grab that food-crusted mess kit, stuff it in your too-heavy backpack next to the biodegradable toilet paper and the quick-dry towel, and have fun! I wouldn’t, but you’re choosing to go, so you must be into it.
Style Disclaimer: Usually I’m all about the accessories, but even I know there’s a time and a place. So leave your flashy necklaces at home, lest they attract a bear…or make other people roll their eyes at you.
July 8th, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
The Corso Como ‘South Beach’: South beach is known for leisure, luxury, and lavishness. These opulently designed and detailed leather sandals embody the spirit of the resort town and look gorgeous with resort wear.
Additionally, Reese Witherspoon thinks so too, so now you know they’re cool.
June 22nd, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
It’s the weekend and all you want to do is jump into a convertible and hit the open road. You’ll leave home for a few days spent crumpled in the back seat and a few nights spent trying to figure out if anyone’s ever been murdered in your motel room. It’ll be great. The best thing about road trips is that the possibilities are endless–the country is teeming with interesting attractions for you and your friends to enjoy, and there’s no shortage of diners along the way.
When packing for a road trip, it important to only bring the essentials. Of course you want to look cute the entire time, and you should definitely bring a bathing suit for the motel pool. But besides that, the most important thing is a pair on sunglasses. No one wants to squint her way down the highway.
Now that you’re going on a road trip, here are the top 5 road trip attractions in the US (according to me.)
Dollywood- You can’t not love her.
Exotic World- AKA The Stripper’s Hall of Fame
Historic Auto Attractions-Lee Harvey Oswald’s getaway taxi is here!
Unclaimed Baggage Center- You know how you always pack the best stuff when you go on vacation? If it ever got lost, it’s being resold here.
The Rest Stop of the Future-Awesome!
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Now here’s a suggestion for how to pack. The shoes (The Cocobelle ‘Massai’) are, of course, from Barefoot Tess.
June 18th, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
June 15th, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
IT IS NOW OFFICIALLY SUMMER. A few schools are still in session, but no one attending them is still paying attention in class. Meanwhile the rest of us have already started eating Italian ice and running though sprinklers. SO THERE YOU HAVE IT—SUMMER!
Summer is all about the weekend trip. The hardest thing about the weekend trip is knowing what to pack. Should you bring heels? A light jacket for the evenings? Bug spray?
It is my pleasure to announce the weekend trip series. For each post there will be a new destination and a new weekend bag full of stuff. Check out Blogging Barefoot tomorrow for the first stop: The Cabin by the Lake. (I know that sounds like a horror movie, so I’m going to tell you right now—pack a flashlight. You never know.)
June 2nd, 2010 by The Barefoot Intern: Eliza Zweig
It’s officially post-Memorial Day Weekend. The parades are over, pools are opened, lifeguards scatter the beaches. What else are we left with in the wake of this long, eventful weekend? Barbeques. Tons of them. There are some to celebrate your cousin’s graduation, your friend’s birthday, or just simply the beginning of the delicious summer weather. But with so many different types of barbeques spanning all sorts of occasions, what do you wear? More importantly, what do you wear on your feet?
Featured: Blowfish “Hackysac” Sneaker, Blowfish “Shimmy” Flat, Cocobelle “Starfish” Sandal, and the Dolce Vita “Ariste” Sandal
June 1st, 2010 by The Barefoot Intern: Eliza Zweig
As a Psychology major, I have realized that the favorite pastime of most psychologists is analyzing the people around them. She has trouble trusting people so she must have had an issue during her Oral phase (according to Freud). He has floating anxiety, so he must have had an attachment problem as an infant (says Ainsworth).
Although by no means a seasoned psychologist, I have come up with my own theory. A trend that I have found which has gone undetected by most, and which may need more research to be confirmed as true.
Here it is (I know you are in suspense):
Your favorite ice cream flavor can predict what kind of shoes you like!
For Example:
Coffee—Neutrals are more your scene, but this by NO means makes you boring! You are more laid back, and prefer a comfy sandal that matches with most of your wardrobe. You should check out the “Kaitlynn” Sandal by Ciao Bella.
Mint Chocolate Chip—You like a pop of color paired with a more subdued hue. A fun pair of heels is right up your alley. You should check out the “Passion Fruit” heel by Poetic Licence.
Strawberry—You are into the more classic look with a touch of feminine detail. You are always looking for a way to incorporate hints of floral or other delicate patterns into your outfit. You should check out the “Vitality” heel by MADELiNE.
This is far from a complete list, and if you have discovered any ice cream/shoe trends of your own add to the list with a comment!
Get the shoes mentioned and more at Barefoot Tess.
May 8th, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
Marrakesh: The Blowfish ‘Mirage’
Phoenix: The Bernardo ‘Mistral’
Kyoto: The Blowfish ‘Mishima’
San Tropez: The Bernardo ‘Natasha’
Rio: The Blowfish ‘Merry’
Sandals for every city available from Barefoot Tess!
April 30th, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
Here’s another way to wear the Nine West Naughty flat. I’ll warn you–it’s very romantic.
Shoes available at Barefoot Tess!
April 1st, 2010 by The Barefoot Blogger: Laura Kleinbaum
At first when the snow melts and the sun comes out we’re all excited and we make plans for picnics in the park and beach trips and barbecues. But then it gets really hot and we just want to sit in front of the fan and talk about the weird places we’re sweating. But we can’t. We have to go to work and school and to the mall. It’s easy in times of extreme heat to slip on a pair of rubber flip-flops, the ones we buy at the drug store and wear after a pedicure, but it’s important to remember one bit of advice from the pros. This is a gem, ladies, so listen up. Replace those scrubby old flips with a pair of beautiful sandals and your look does a 180. Your cut-offs go from ratty to trendy. Your sundresses go from blah to beautiful and you go from looking sweaty and bedraggled to dewy and adorable. Try it. I swear by this trick. I love it. I live it. And I’m paying it forward.
The Sandals: The Dolce Vita ‘Ontario‘ ($69); The Ciao Bella ‘Petunia‘ ($69); The Corso Como ‘South Beach‘ ($89)
