Six Flat Sandals Under $90

1. Coconuts sandals from Piperlime — $49
2. Sol Sana sandals from Piperlime — $90
3. Marjorie sandals from Aldo — $60
4. Solitude sandals from Nine West — $50
5. Miz Mooz sandals from Piperlime — $90
6. Chinese Laundry sandals from Heels.com — $60

I'm incredibly picky when it comes to sandals. They have to meet a slew of qualifications: neutral colors, minimal straps, a touch of edge, walk-all-day comfort, and a budget-friendly price.

Summers only last a few months in Seattle, and I hate spending hundreds of dollars on items that live predominantly in my closet, so keeping it cheap is crucial. These sandals fit the bill.

I think I like #2 best, even with the blue accent, which is so out of character for me and my neutral-loving ways.

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target - September 15, 2013

Ahhhhhh, so excited for the just-announced Phillip Lim / Target collaboration, featuring apparel and accessories! I'm glad to see it won't overlap with New York Fashion Week like last season's Prabal Gurung / Target collection. I'll have a much better chance at scoring some pieces in Seattle than I would in New York.

Anybody else totally stoked about this???

OUTFIT POST: Sculptural Sweatshirt + Bell-Bottoms

photos by vera pashkevich

Pretty in love with this weird, vaguely animal-print, sculptural sweatshirt from Zara. It's surprisingly versatile. I've worn it with pencil skirts and skinny jeans, layered over blouses and on its own. But I think my latest favorite combination is with these high-waisted bell-bottoms that I picked up from Gap several years ago (looks like they're still available here). It's like The Jetsons meets Three's Company, or something like that.