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Tuesday, 21 April 2015

Daphne Selfe and Skate Shoes



The Vans & Other Stories collaboration modelled by Daphne Selfe (and Flo Dron, below) has got me thinking about skate shoes, again. It's the perfect weather for a slip-on and the spotty leather Dalmation style would look neat with my faded black jeans.


The three Vans & Other Stories styles

Fans of Vans will be pleased to hear that the gold metallic version is back in stock at J.Crew; available HERE.



And Clarks has interpreted the classic shoe in a perforated leather pump with Softwear Technology for extra comfort. Available HERE in white and the Germolene colour that seems to be quite popular...





Old-school style, I popped into a store last week and will definitely going back to try the white Clarks pair on. And, I'm pleased to see that after working with Iris Apfel in autumn, & Other Stories continues to celebrate mature muses. Comfy shoes, 86-year-old models. Age is all the rage.


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14 comments:

  1. Unknown21 April 2015 at 10:11

    Love the shoes and models! I recently bought alligator look silver slip ons and LOVE them. So much fun wearing something a little unexpected!

    www.radicalaging.com

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  2. X21 April 2015 at 11:20

    Love the nude color! Smart way to elongate the leg when wearing sneakers...

    I just bought a navy pinstripe pair from J Crew for $15 (!!) and couldn't be happier.

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  3. Lesley21 April 2015 at 11:48

    I have the Germolene shoes from Clarks, also two other pairs from their current range and will be buying more. I can attest to their comfort and style, plus they cost less than Vans. I don't think Clarks get the recognition their shoes warrant so good to see them mentioned. I don't work for them btw!

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  4. The Vivenne Files21 April 2015 at 12:21

    Vans is opening a store in Chicago very soon, on Testosterone Alley (better known as Rush Street); I may have to pay them a visit. Just to browse, of course! Thanks for sharing; another pair of summer shoes is seldom a bad idea...

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  5. thehipsterette.com.au21 April 2015 at 12:36

    Cool shoes - I have one pair already, might be time for another1

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  6. nancyblackett21 April 2015 at 12:47

    Germolene! how I miss that smell. I wonder if you know the Beau Coops brand? I am wearing their amazing comfy shoes right now and I think they are right up your alley http://beaucoops.com

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  7. Unknown21 April 2015 at 13:26

    That's good that Clarks are making a more comfortable design of Vans. Their soles tend to be so flat! Love your style, I'm inspired.
    P.s. found your blog through Sunday Style (Sunday Telegraph)

    Regards,

    Miss Eliza WonDerland
    Www.misselizawonderland.com

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  8. Patti21 April 2015 at 14:08

    These are so cool - I shall groom my lower extremities and get a pair! xo

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  9. materfamilias21 April 2015 at 14:11

    uh-oh, something else on my Must-Get list. So much for my retail fast. It's clearly broken. . .

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  10. LPC21 April 2015 at 15:17

    Age IS all the rage. Bound to happen, really, demographics in the Western world being what they are. But no less appreciate for its inevitability.

    I have a pair of the Vince Vanalikes. Love them to pieces.

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  11. La Contessa21 April 2015 at 16:38

    I bought a pair like the last photo you shared from a catalog recently.Have yet to wear them but know I will get good milage from them!
    Yes, "AGE IS ALL THE RAGE"I agree..........

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  12. Mimi22 April 2015 at 03:39

    I love my Vans/Converse/Frankie4u slip-ons and live in them. Metallics and pastels are my favourites. Alas, I cannot say I look like Daphne in them, but I do feel they add a dash of youth to many a casual ensemble. Once you start wearing 'old' shoes, you're done for!

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  13. The Style Crone22 April 2015 at 15:17

    I am a Daphne Selfe fan and you have inspired me to check out these gorgeous slip-ons!

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  14. Sheepskinsandfairylights27 April 2015 at 07:26

    I have clarks dalmation print from last year.....sooooo comfy and lots of lovely comments when wearing!
    Daphne is great! :-) X

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