Review: Target Frye Look Alike Boots by Merona

Lately there just aren't enough hours in the day and sometimes I wonder if I'll ever get back to blogging, regularly.  I've been busy playing nurse to my wonderful, amazing and hero husband who underwent some unplanned surgery last week.

Anyways, the Target Frye wannabe boots by Merona arrived last week and I finally got around to trying them on this weekend.

The verdict? 

Meh. 

They had lots of potential but both pairs, cognac and brown, ended up being returned to Target. 

Ignore the jeans, they went back, too.  I'm striking out lately w. fashion.

Although they were extremely comfortable on my feet, they just looked cheap to me. The other thing I wasn't crazy about was they were a bit tight on my upper calves, I wasn't blessed with chicken legs, and they slouched (already) on my ankles.  I don't want to be walking around with cankles. And I totally forgot to take a picture of the brown ones but you can see a smidgen of the color in the corner of the pic.

And while we're talking footwear, does anyone else have this problem?

No matter what brand or type of footies/liners I buy to wear with (any pair of) flats they always show.  So then I end up just wearing flats barefoot, which I hate because I don't want them smelling funky. 

Do y'all wear footies with flats? If so, where/what brands do you buy?  And do they show?

Driving.me.crazy.

Hope everyone is having a good week. 

CVB

Frugal Fashion: Frye Boots

I am head over heels, gaga over the Frye Melissa Button boots.  But I'm not so in love with their price tag. 

So I started searching for a more wallet-friendly alternative to the droolworthy Frye and stumbled upon this lovely.

Enter the Merona Kasia Boot at Target.

It comes in Cognac, Dark Brown AND Black.

It's leather.

And the best part? 

It's only $69.99.

With free shipping.

Too good to be true?  Quite possibly -- the reviews are mixed on Target's website.  But with free shipping and easy in-store returns what's a girl got to lose?!

Has anyone purchased these?  If so, what's your take?

Happy Friday!

CVB

I Puffy Heart Tarjay

This morning I ran into Target on my way into work to grab a few things and I couldn't help but take a detour enroute to the card section to get a glimpse of the new fall fashion.  And oh my!  I never have a problem finding one or two cute pieces but this time I found at least ten items that are now being added to my must have list. 

I'm leaving work today and heading right back to Target to snatch up these favorites before they disappear!

Merona Ponte Tab Waist Dress - Oxygen Blue

Merona Balson Dress

This one has a really cute chain detailing, which you can't really see in the pic.

Glaze by Adi Faux Suede Platform Bootie

Target makes it uber difficult to save pics to upload to Blogger so you'll just have to take my word on the cuteness.  The best part?  Nothing was over $39.99!

I'm thinking a trip to the pumpkin patch may be be on this weekend's agenda, that is, if I can manage to knock out my speech for my sister's wedding next weekend. I'm itching to recreate this super cute polka dotted pumpkins that Imperfectly Beautiful made last year. 

Have a fabulous weekend!

cBv

L.L. Bean and Baby Kenzo...Quite a Combination

I'm not a big fabulosity fan but I find it mind boggling how I completely missed the fact that Kimora Lee Simmons is not only remarried but she also had a baby {boy} Kenzo! Did anyone else completely miss this(?), tell me I'm not alone!  Sadly, I check out People.com almost daily for my dose gossip and still missed this.  Had I not been channel surfing last night and glanced at her show I could have very well never known. 

On a completely unrelated note, has anyone seen the "summer" L.L. Bean catalog?  LLB has really stepped up its game and has quite a few things I just have to order. I'm really impressed and surprised.

I swear I'm not crazy and that these two items were pink, green and navy in the catalog...only 57 days until the BEACH!!

Take off an inch and we have a deal

I'm so glad it's Friday, this has been a long week.  It's the first 5 day week I've worked in quite a few weeks.  I know I live a hard life. We have two great events to look forward to.

Tomorrow night is Artini 2010!  One of my favorite events to attend.  The gala features 12 of the best mixologists in DC that compete to make the most artistic martini inspired by current works at the Corcoran.  Dancing, cocktails, and great friends all while benefitting a great cause.  

This weekend is also the Junior League of Washington's Tossed & Found event. Drink your cup of Martha Stewart and get ready to bargain shop.

Any exciting plans for you?!?! I hope all you lovelies have a fantastic weekend! 

cBv

Fashionably Flat

It's no secret that bright, beautiful, bejeweled flats are a girl's best friend. As they should be, since they're super comfy and can make any outfit go from dull to delish. Most men, however, feel the complete opposite, claiming they don't accentuate show off our sexy legs. And apparently style icon Victoria Beckham is siding with the boys on this one claiming "I just can't concentrate in flats", oh give me a break! Enjoy the eye candy of some fabulous flats that I just might need to add to my wardrobe collection. (The hubs will so appreciate another pair!)

Jessica Simpson's Belta Flat. I'm determined to get my hands on a pair of these in Blush!

Jeffrey Campbell. On sale at Nordy's for under $50!

J. Crew Vivi Flat - on sale!

Jeffrey Campbell how I love thee!

Totally worth the splurge, originally $275 now $165 at Rafe.

Sam Edelman's

Gap Plaid Ballet Flats - perfect to pair w. a warm chunk sweater and skinny jeans.

Super cute w. sequins and only $35 at DSW.com!

Naughty Monkey "Bambi" Flats

BOC by Born Leeza Flat in various colors

Sam Edelman is my new BFF.

Banana's Paris Beaded Flat

The infamous TB Revas continue, ahhh. Love the Tortoise Shell!

cBv