wanted | black wedges

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It’s a long and arduous search for the perfect black wedge. I’ve been on the prowl for years now, searching every shop within a 20 mile radius for the one. Four to five inches, sculptural but not too architectural, sophisticated. (Black goes without saying.) And won’t break my bank account or leave my wallet sallow and unhappy. The latter factor leaves out a good portion of options – alas, Rumi’s to-die-for Gabannas will n’er be mine. Le sigh.

I’ve always been a strictly heels kinda girl, as I used to find wedges unnecessarily chunky and junior-high-ish, but only recently have I noticed the incredible power of the wedge! It’s even more comfortable than heels (I’m hardly being sarcastic when I say that I could walk for 6+ hours straight in heels comfortably, whereas in flat shoes, my knees start to hurt and I get clumsy…). There’s less a possibility of somehow toppling over, or getting a heel stuck in grates or awkward cracks in the sidewalk. The slight chunkiness makes my ridiculously tiny feet seem more normal sized, and its greatest benefit is its tremendous ability to elongate my legs. Say bonjourrr in your most fabulous sing-song voice to tanned legs and short shorts!

And so, the expedition continues as I lust over the highly-coveted suede Dolce & Gabanna and Topshop wedges. Perhaps if my expectations weren’t so high I could have found an adequate pair already. But you know me – I never settle for less.

Which sometimes leaves me stubborn and frustrated. It is what it is.

Suggestions? Hints? Clues on where to continue my search? All are greatly appreciated!

♥

bisous,

La C.