Truth in Advertising: ShoeMint Lynne Sandal

Here's the thing about ShoeMint: there's a real possibility/fear that I may be purchasing a mediocre quality product. It's a Shoe of the Month club of sorts, and that kind of shoe-buying consistency had kept me at bay for a long time — over a year since these "Chloe" platforms came into my closet, but not without accidentally  accumulating some credits into my old ShoeMint account. Typically, I like to get up close and personal with a product before purchase, or if that's not possible, I scan all possible images of the item in full zoom and practically stalk it for online reviews. Last resort: I get very acquainted with their return policy as an added level of buyer protection at my doorstep. It seems that all of this hullaballoo was in vain because when I pulled the trigger and cashed in my credits for the Lynne sandal, I realized I was all too careful. They are pretty much an ideal summer shoe, in that they walk the line between minimal, masculine, and feminine. My favorite touch are the ankle straps, especially when they're contrasted by the aggressive black leather strapped straight across the feet. I'm no fool, the $79 price for these sandals paid in credits is still $79 out of my wallet. I'm just here to tell you I have no regrets. Want them? Shop the Lynne here: Shoemint.com

Acne for Easter, Poolside

Acne pencil skirt, net-a-porter, scalloped Chloe shoes courtesy of ShoeMint, shoemint.com, Karen Walker Number One Milky Brown Sunglasses, Zara peter pan top, zara.com, Eddie Borgo spike stud earrings, net-a-porter, Anthropologie sweater, anthropologie.com

It was picturesque in Dixon, California yesterday. It was Easter Sunday, and we drove from the Bay Area to the quiet town where Nick grew up for an afternoon with his family. Little did I expect that his grandma's adorable garden would end up to be the absolute best compliment for my Acne ginger jacquard pencil skirt. The color of the pool was a somber blue with flecks of leaves and petals floating in it. Needless to say we got a little carried away with pictures, so don't judge me if I break up this Easter post into a couple posts. Because it's happening!


Photos by Nick Smith