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ZipPicks: Platform sandals that go the distance

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Pretty much every client I have is on the search for a versatile summer sandal and some of them want it all – a trendy shoe that adds height but they can still walk in.

For those women, I recommend the platform sandals that are very in right now. You’ll see them in a variety of natural materials: straw/raffia, rope/espadrille, and canvas/cotton are common.

Most of the options are rather masculine with thick straps and sturdy platforms but you will also find more feminine options. The platform heights can vary significantly from half an inch to several inches. Here are a few fun choices as examples:

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Vince platform sandals
Modern, sturdy option. Comes in a variety of colors, very comfy.
miu miu platform sandal personal stylist seattle
Miu Miu platform sandals
This one is for those of you looking for a lot of height. Daintier straps offset the thick platform.
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Toni Pons platform sandal
Platform wedge in a more classic style. This is a client favorite – beautiful color and goes with everything.

ZipPicks: 4 Summer Tops for High-Waisted Jeans

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With high-waisted pants and jeans everywhere now, I’ve been helping clients find tops that work well with them. In general, shorter/cropped tops can work well and you can also tuck in tops. You’ll find higher necklines are flattering so the torso proportion doesn’t seem oddly shortened, but it’s not mandatory.

Here are some fun summer tops to wear with high-waisted jeans that are currently in stores:

everlane cropped top blue

Everlane Split-Back Crop Top

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NeedSupply One Shoulder Top

Artizia Knit Crop Top

zara high collar green sleeveless shirt

Zara Halter Neck Top

Wardrobe Tips: How to prepare for Fall

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Taking care of clothes and shoes can be such a bummer – not fun at all!  But it really makes sense to look after your wardrobe items to make them last longer, look better, and fit better.  One way I stay on top of this is to handle wardrobe maintenance on items that I’m not wearing regularly.  For example, I like to take care of Fall/Winter items in the Summer!

What do I mean?  Well, here are 2 ways I prepare for the Fall/Winter:

  • Boot treatment – If you’re buying quality leather boots, you can make them last many years but you have to look after them. Over time, boots get dirty, need leather treatment, and have heel damage.  I like to take my boots to the shoe repair shop during the Summer for an overhaul.  When Fall comes around, I’m ready with what feels like brand new boots!
  • Jacket/coat/sweater dry cleaning – Jackets and coats can get smelly, and wool can fuzz up, but during the Fall/Winter I need those jackets and sweaters on a regular basis to keep me warm.  The Summer is a great time to take those in!

What about you?  Do you plan for the Fall in terms of taking care of your wardrobe items?