While this year’s highly anticipated Met Gala was missing the presence of some mega stars like Beyonce, Ariana Grande, T-Swift, and Rhianna, our fashion-centered eyes were still still able to feast off a handful of celebs who brought the WOW factor in the shoe department. I was disappointed that so many celebs chose super simple (BORING) single strapped sandal stilettos to this event. I’m always expecting…
Payless ShoeSource has just announced its filing for bankruptcy and the closing of all their retail locations in North America, this potentially poses a great opportunity for other players in the retail space as well as awesome shopping deals for consumers, including ladies with extended sizes. A few months ago, I covered Payless’ latest marketing stunt with the false brand Palessi and social influencers in my post…
Will That Payless/ Palessi Experiment Really Do Much To Change The Brand’s Negative Stigma? I’m smelling ADDY or Shorty marketing award coming for Payless ShoeSource for its latest marketing ploy to reprove its relevancy to the millennial crowd. If you haven’t already checked out their latest social experiment featuring social influencers, you’re in for a treat. Basically, Payless created a fake premium footwear brand, Palessi, and…
Hey Shoe Lovers! Welcome back to the latest edition of SSL News. Previously, I covered Footwear Brands That Are Putting Sustainability At The Forefront. You should check it out. Question. Have you heard of sculptured heels? As women, we have a certain idea of what heels look like, especially stilettos, right? They’re typically a skinny, simple rod-like shapes that make our legs look BOMB. Well, we’ve taken our…
Amara Nicole and Munro & Co., Inc.’s CFO takes you into the Munro footwear factory in Arkansas. (This post may contain an affiliate link, redirecting readers to the featured shoe brand.) Hi Everyone! If you can’t already tell, I’m a bit of a shoe fanatic. Not only am I obsessed with the latest footwear trends and technology advancements, I’ve also grown more curious as to how…
Whether you’re into social or environmental sustainability, congrats to you for being WOKE! You know the power of your money can either benefit society as a whole and/ protect our precious planet. In my opinion, there’s no one way to do it. Whether you’re a real leather or vegan leather girl, there are companies out there that practice sustainability. For your sustainable shopping pleasure, I’ve compiled…
HOW HEELS AFFECT OUR HEALTH In the Spring of 2017, I graduated from university as a former undergraduate student who’d only worn heels (I’m talking no more than 3 inches) maybe twice a week, at the most. By the summer following graduation, I began working full-time, learning the harsh realities of daily heel wearing. After a few weeks of increased discomfort in my knees and feet,…
Ever buy trendy, cheap shoes and toss them in a bin after you realize they aren’t suitable to actually walk in? What about your dated but gently worn footwear? Do you let them sit in your closet until you decide to get rid of them? When it comes to sustainability, these are valid consumer behavioral questions. It’s not hard to see that there’s a growing concern…
WHAT’S UP WITH SHOE RENTALS Okay, if you read the title, I know you might be imaging bowling/ skating/ ski shoe rentals. I want you to put aside those daunting images for just a moment and open your mind to a new possibility (if only just for a little while). You remember when Rent the Runway blew up, everyone was trying to get in on the…
Hey y’all! Thanks so much for dropping by. I’m Amara Nicole, a modern Mississippi Belle with a heart for all things creative. Oh yeah, I also have an interesting relationship with shoes. My tiny corner of the Internet is the space where I invite you all into my Southern Queendom, where I highlight my adventures at home and abroad on my journey to self-liberation. Read more..