Pair #15-Yearning for Fall

I rarely think to give shoes as gifts. I guess it's because I never remember my friends shoe sizes, and taste-wise shoes are a kind of personal thing. And, like most intimate relationships, shoes even in the right size, don't always fit.

Yet for some reason people buy me shoes all the time. I have no problem with that at all. Perhaps it is because I have small feet, my friends see a pair of shoes they would like, on sale, and get them for me. Or perhaps it is just because they are generous people, as is my friend who bought me these.

Orange patent leather is not for everyone. But in a flat I think it works. The shape is classic enough that with the right pair of jeans, and a nice black sweater, they are the perfect colorful accent. Especially for that first cool day of fall. I love them when I am sick of my summer sandals, and the last pedicure of August is chipping away.

I made the mistake of wearing these home in a downpour once, and ever since then they have given me slight blisters. So now, I like them with a thin black sock. For some reason it makes them more slipper like, and the color combination is great for halloween. I know I wish I could wear that outfit right now, but it is dripping hot. They'll have to wait for fall.