Monk Shoes November (B’s Choice)

Picture from Zara.com

NOVEMBER. Cold weather, festive occasions (in America) and a transition into cold weather shoes. In looking for a pair of shoes that would be appropriate for a November in Paris, I stumbled upon these patent leather black Monk shoes from Zara.

I’ve always loved monk shoes. This style of shoe is characterized by a flap over where the tongue would normally be. This flap is then held in black by two buckles that attach to the outside of each foot. Personally, I don’t have a pair of monk shoes; I never have felt classy enough to own a pair, but I’m hoping to get a pair of monk shoes for my next pair of dress shoes.

I think this particular pair of monk shoes is perfect for November because of the many different outfits they can be worn with. Whether with a suit, a nice pair of trousers, or even a well-tailored pair of pants.

The patent leather elevates these shoes beyond the normal pair of monk shoes! Here’s to looking spiffy and fly in Paris this November.

-B

Black Chelsea Boots (B’s Choice):

 

Black is the color for Paris. In our Mass Media & the Fashion Industry class, Mamie and I have learned about le parisian and la parisienne. They exude an effortless confidence, and are smart and sexy. They are typically thought to be wearing all black.

In preparation for a semester in Paris, I knew I would have to add more black to my wardrobe. The first place to start is with black Chelsea boots.

As a college student on a budget, I had to check inexpensive places first.

H&M

Zara

Black leather Chelsea boots are perfect for autumn/winter. There is only a matter of time until it is boot weather, and it’s imperative to get a pair of these before it’s too late.

I’m personally leaning towards the shoes from Zara. They’re real leather, unlike the pair from H&M, and hopefully would last longer.

The H&M pair is definitely more economical, however.

Either pair will make your Fall 2014 wardrobe sleek and cool.

-B