On the RUNway — Sam Smith

Two weeks ago, musicians and celebrities from around the world put on their best suits and gowns for the American Music Awards in Los Angeles.

There were so many notable celebrities who made the best dressed list, including Fergie, Taylor Swift and Zendaya to name a few.

However, these ladies were not the only ones to catch our attention. As we looked back at the pictures from that night, one British celebrity in particular caught our attention — Sam Smith

Sam Smith has been in the public’s attention with his feature on Disclosure’s single « Latch. »

In June of 2013 he released a seven-song EP, and in July of this year he released his debut LP.

On Sunday he stepped onto the red carpet in this get up:

His black chunk monk shoes immediately made us stop and want to share. Along with his perfectly tailored suit, this look is simple, clean, and modern.

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