Groggy eyed from watching the royal wedding, I am about to hop on a plane, pass out, and move back to California. There are so many things that I will miss about this city but one thing I will not miss is having my clothes split between two closets. That has been absolute torture! The #1 perfect item to finish up my outfit whether I am in Boston or Bay Area will invariably end up being stored in the other location. And as you know, second best is first place for losers! So joy….I’ll finally have all my things together.On that materialistic note, I wanted to share a purchase that I just received in the mail. There’s a bunch of holes I need to fill in my wardrobe and a big one has been comfortable black sandals. I know I need them, but I keep getting distracted by pretty, useless shoes. I’ve been really trying to be practical though and invest in comfort.
So I present to you, my boring black sandal purchase..no patent, no color, no glitter:
63 Comments
jillian m.
April 29, 2011 at 12:04 pmI'm so with you on investing in comfort. There's nothing worse than a gorgeous shoe that causes blisters!
These YSL shoes are anything but boring. They're fabulous! And I'm sure you can make these work for you since they're so versatile. Plus, you can always go a little bolder with your outfit and/or accessories.
Happy weekend!
Judith,
April 29, 2011 at 12:04 pmther aren't boring! lovely:)
xx
Becky
April 29, 2011 at 12:05 pmThey are stunning!
Emma
April 29, 2011 at 12:09 pmWow they are gorgeous, not boring! And you will get more wear out of them over more fashion forward pieces that could go out of fashion!
The royal wedding has been lovely, Prince Harry is so cute!!
emma xx
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Tara
April 29, 2011 at 12:16 pmLove them! I don't find them boring at all…very much a relative word! Enjoy!
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Quiapo Ilalim
April 29, 2011 at 12:17 pmit's gorgeous, not boring in anyway!!
Amanda
April 29, 2011 at 12:22 pmthey don't look boring at all, they are gorgeous!
Katherine
April 29, 2011 at 12:49 pmThanks everybody….!
EllysMakeupbag
April 29, 2011 at 12:52 pmBoring? You mean drool-worthy haha. I love all YSL shoes. Looking awesome …
Orange and Cloves
April 29, 2011 at 1:01 pmBeautiful 🙂
Marissa
April 29, 2011 at 1:06 pmI feel your pain! Half of my stuff is here in LA, the other half is still in TX, but fortunately I'll have everything in a few weeks again! I love those sandals- so not even boring 🙂 xoxo Marissa
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Nicola
April 29, 2011 at 1:13 pmThey may seem simple-er in comparison to others, but they are lovely sandals! Minimalistic and gorgeous:)x
Fanny
April 29, 2011 at 1:38 pmwoww *.* Beautiful ^^
Lindsay @ A Walk in the Closet
April 29, 2011 at 1:41 pmI love these! They're the perfect blend of high fashion and practicality. I love the sky high designer shoes but really, who can wear them all day long? Not I!
Samantha
April 29, 2011 at 1:49 pmDefinitely wouldn't call those boring! Enjoy them! And enjoy Cali!
district5
April 29, 2011 at 1:51 pmI think you can never be wrong with simple classic shoes. These ones are timeless and wearable to almost everything.
Christine
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Janine aka J-Ezzy @ *La Dolce Vita*
April 29, 2011 at 2:05 pmi love those tributes!! i have that same pair bookmarked, ja'dore!! can't wait to see them on you and congrats on the new shoes 🙂 they will serve their purpose for a very long time!
Tarana
April 29, 2011 at 2:26 pmThese sandals are beautiful. Simple and chic! Hope you enjoying wearing them, especially since you'll be comfortable in them!
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Blace
April 29, 2011 at 2:48 pmboring black sandals? how about gorgeous black sandals? love these! and they do look very comfortable.
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Felicia
April 29, 2011 at 3:03 pmOoo I love those sandals. Very classy!
Have a safe flight!
Marla Horenbein
April 29, 2011 at 3:26 pmI would not call those "boring black sandals"! They are hot! Love them! Wear them well girl!
FleurLapin
April 29, 2011 at 3:45 pmFor boring black sandals they look hot!
Laura J
April 29, 2011 at 3:54 pmSuper versatile- such a key, classic purchase! And no one makes a basic shoe sexy like YSL
Happy Friday!
xo
LJ
http://jonesyloves.blogspot.com/
Mindy♥
April 29, 2011 at 3:59 pmThey are nowhere near boring! They're so fabulous!
Sydney
April 29, 2011 at 3:59 pmLove them!
Sammie
April 29, 2011 at 4:20 pmlovely! I adore those shoes! I've been eyeing them in nude! 🙂
Corina
April 29, 2011 at 4:38 pmGorgeous!! Loved!!
DSK Steph
April 29, 2011 at 4:40 pmFar from boring!
alison*elle
April 29, 2011 at 4:43 pmLOVE THEM!
Back in undergrad I was living between Toronto and Vancouver and it was a nightmare having a split wardrobe. Glad your clothes and shoes will finally be reunited 🙂
xo, alison*elle
Higgenbottom
April 29, 2011 at 4:47 pmThese YSLs are fantastic! You're right to make it a point to have some comfortable sandals that will match with most things. And just an fiy, my friend at http://sophie-and-ava.blogspot.com does custom swarovski detailing on shoes. You might want to hit her up.
Lily
April 29, 2011 at 4:59 pmLove those. They are classic and look comfortable !!
xxLily
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Di
April 29, 2011 at 5:24 pmO-M-G…LOVE THEM! Those are the exact ones I wanted! I'd still consider the patent, but YSL Tributes!!! They go with EVERYTHING! and the lower heel was an awesome choice~ (I'd do the same ;p) gahhh so jealous!!! "boring" but def not your average black flip flop of sorts~ FABULOUSSS!
xo Diana
Melissa
April 29, 2011 at 5:44 pmOh, what a perfect purchase!! No, they are not at all boring, that's a great investment piece, Kat!
xxMelissa
Larie
April 29, 2011 at 5:47 pmThose are not boring – they are hot!
Lisa
April 29, 2011 at 6:47 pmAww comgrats girl I always get excited to see peoples new purchases haha. These are gorgeous! Wear them well 🙂
Tangles
April 29, 2011 at 7:17 pmThose are not boring! They're GORGEOUS! I love the YSL Tribute. That would be hard to have your wardrobe split between two coasts! Hope you have a fantastic weekend. 🙂
emma basilone
April 29, 2011 at 8:31 pmo0o0o so cute!! <3 them!
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American Gypsy
April 29, 2011 at 9:35 pmthose are perfect! practical and luxe. a fantastic combo, if you ask me. will look killer with a suit or jeans. can't wait to see how they look styled on you! xoxojess
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Make Mommy Chic
April 29, 2011 at 10:05 pmWow, I am so jealous. You must have high arches because I know that my flat feet just ache if i walked 2 feet in those gorgeous shoes. If you want to see boring black sandals you should look in my closet 🙂 thanks for the post!!
thechyrelgomez
April 30, 2011 at 4:44 amholy macaroni! love the shoes!
Camille
April 30, 2011 at 12:30 pmwow! look at those sandals! so gorgeous
you gotta post a look wearing them! 🙂
thefashionableESQ
April 30, 2011 at 2:14 pmNot boring. Iconic for the season.
I wish that all shoes came with the Corso Como footbed padding or the Cole Haan Nike Air technology built in. Why can't we combine the best of both worlds?
I want them in a tan/brown color.
Best,
TFE
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Blair
April 30, 2011 at 5:58 pmComfort comes first and foremost! Your new sandals aren't boring at all, I really like them and they can be so versatile.
And yay high five, a fellow Cafe Life fan! What other games are you playing on Facebook?
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
April 30, 2011 at 6:20 pmK, I would NOT call these boring. They're stunning! After seeing yours, I just have to check them out now. Ack, you're a bad BAD BAD influence! 😛
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
April 30, 2011 at 6:20 pmK, I would NOT call these boring. They're stunning! After seeing yours, I just have to check them out now. Ack, you're a bad BAD BAD influence! 😛
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
April 30, 2011 at 6:20 pmK, I would NOT call these boring. They're stunning! After seeing yours, I just have to check them out now. Ack, you're a bad BAD BAD influence! 😛
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
April 30, 2011 at 6:20 pmK, I would NOT call these boring. They're stunning! After seeing yours, I just have to check them out now. Ack, you're a bad BAD BAD influence! 😛
Tara @ Haute Lunch
April 30, 2011 at 8:14 pmThese are lovely sandals! I hope they are super comfy! I always get distracted by flashy shoes, too, but sandals like these are a must!
Kimberley
April 30, 2011 at 9:17 pmSuch cute shoes, so casual but elegant! loves them!
Mirose
May 1, 2011 at 3:21 amAHH they're gorgeous, black is never boring if u know how to style it besides they're YSL, a legend himself congrats, cnt wait to see how ur gona wear them. xx!
Carly
May 1, 2011 at 11:55 amLoving your blog girlie! Stopping in from your recent visit.
Following along now too:)
These sandals are AMAZING and your girl is right- you need a go to black fabulous sandal…we all do. I just invested in a pair of nude sandals miu miu and although it was tough to part w the dollar bills..they are gorgeous comfortable and will be "go to" all spring/summer and hopefully beyond. All about quality NOT quantity over here.
C
s.singh
May 1, 2011 at 12:42 pmso lovely & classy and not boring at all!
Nici
May 1, 2011 at 1:11 pmOh my gosh, those shoes are great! 🙂
sakara54
May 1, 2011 at 2:21 pmLove love love! <3<3<3
deuxarmoires
May 1, 2011 at 4:37 pmGotta love the low-heeled Tributes!
Amy
May 2, 2011 at 7:27 amexcellent selection!!! I've been looking at those sandals for quite a while now and think they are gorgeous! 😀
La Belle Fabuleux
May 4, 2011 at 3:29 ambeautiful! =)
CoutureJunkie
May 4, 2011 at 9:45 pmI don't think they are boring. It's a fab investment. They will go a long way with your wardrobe. There is always something wonderful about a simple black leather heel.
-xo
Bobbie
Confessions of a Couture Junkie
natasha {schue love}
May 5, 2011 at 5:51 amWow, these are just beautiful! So glad you found me…now your newest follower too! 🙂
highfashion4less
May 5, 2011 at 3:06 pmthese shoes are amazing! you have to tell me how comfy they are???! i am an old lady when it comes to comfort! xx
MissLauraHueto
May 8, 2011 at 10:16 amThat's BORING?? O.O
Holly
May 10, 2011 at 7:57 pmomigosh i love these shoes! this is seriously exactly what i need! but you didn't describe them correctly– they are not boring at all! they are classic and chic. =) have you done an outfit photo with you wearing these? i'd love to see them on!
p.s. i love your blog and all of your outfits and especially your hermes! and thanks for following us on twitter! =)
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