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I ordered the Lucie Printed Fabric Slingback Flats in Grape/Natural before the “TAKENOTE” promo. I really liked the color and didn’t want them to sell out if they went on promo or sale. When I saw they were included in the promo I called for a PA. They are now sold out in my size 7 so I’m glad I originally ordered them F/P.

The material is cotton/silk and has some natural snags in it around the toe box. The toe is purple which is not like the image picture but I love it! And I love that both shoes match on the upper fabric.

The heel is mismatched but I’m ok with that.

On the first try-on they fit a bit loose. I had to tighten the strap two holes and now they don’t feel like they will fall off. I think the 6 1/2 would have been a little snug in the width so I’m glad I took my normal size. I don’t normally size down in shoes. I’m a consistent 7 in most brands. 

They totally remind me of Italy. I see these with a white dress or skirt and can’t wait to wear them this Summer.

I would have kept these at full-price but love that they went on promo. They come in Metallic Silver too!
Have you tried the Lucie Slingback Flats? 

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J Crew Factory has been rockin’ it with their offerings this year. So much that I am trying to figure out what current retail items to not buy now in hopes that they come to the Factory in a season or two.

The Sylvia Patent Leather Wedges in Cabernet have been eluding me in-store so I finally ordered them during one of the many amazing Factory promos. The retail Martina sister are surprisingly nice. I was expecting more of a plastic-y feel to the patent. I’ve tried the Paulina Pump (sister to the Mona) in-store and they did feel plastic. Those have a Patent Polyurethane Upper. The Sylvia are a bit stiff compared to the retail version but still a great shoe.

I ordered my normal size 7 and though there is a tiny, maybe 1/4-inch, gap at the heel they fit TTS.

The Cabernet color is beautiful and will pair well with my Factory Skinny Jean in Gray. I haven’t had the opportunity to wear them yet so I will have to report back on the actual comfort of them for more than a 5-minute try-on. 

Have you had any experience with the Factory Sylvia Wedge or any other Factory shoes?

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I was looking for a black shoe for parties and dressier events and decided on the Collection Sloane Velvet Crisscross Pumps. They were not my first choice. I really wanted the Collection Etta in Tweed and Glitter but someone snatched my size from my bag before I could checkout during the Thanksgiving weekend 30% off. SadBella

I ordered my normal size 7. They are a bit retro and not quite my style but I actually like them. I forgot they were velvet until after I received them.

They have gold trim around the straps and shoe.

The heel is 3 1/2 inches and at first try-on feel comfortable. That’s about my comfort height without a platform.

I will be wearing these tonight with some black tights and some sort of J Crew party outfit so look for that Que Bella next week.

I’m glad I now have a pair of black party heels, though they are more Fall/Winter only due to the Velvet.

Have you tried the Sloan Pumps in this Velvet Crisscross or any of the others?

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I saw these loafers during a Fall Preview image on Pinterest and knew I would get these in honor of my sweet Bella. It’s suede upper with a calf-hair Dachshund. And absolutely adorable.

And I wore them last Saturday to the TEDx San Antonio with my Fluted Skirt in Ivory and Madewell Denim Shirt.

There’s also a Sweater. It took all of my will-power to resist it. The Frenchie Dog is out of stock but there are still some Scottie Dog sweaters. 

Have you seen C. Wonder’s offerings lately? 
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The CFS must have been off and let an intern create the copy for the Collection Darby Calf-Hair Loafer.

Short and sweet
I ordered these with one of my last 20% Bounce Back cards. They were not part of the 25% Shoe promo a few weeks ago. I adore these shoes. The Calf-Hair is luxurious and feel like my old Prada flats. I took my normal size 7 and they are a perfect fit.

Have a Great Shoes-Day!