Cynthia Vincent for Target

i would like to thank my wonderful friend Alyssa for being compulsive enough to drive 40 minutes to the next closest Target to pick these up for me, and pair for herself of course.  i'm a lucky girl, because Cynthia Vincent's line for Target sold out immediately online, and is basically nonexistent in Target stores.

for $29.99, i can't get over how beautiful they are.  just trust me, wait until you see them on.  well done Cynthia, well done.

it takes real talent to be able to design a pair of wedges under $30 when most Cynthia Vincent shoes are $300 or more.

high heels, hard times

according to a recent CNN article, heels tend to get higher during economic recessions.  "we have entered a moment of heightened impracticality in footwear," Elizabeth Semmelhack, author of  "Heights of Fashion: A History of the Elevated Shoe," said.  so this must be why my recent shoe searches yield results of 4 1/2 inch heels.

while some are spraining ankles, suffering blisters, or complaining of foot cramps from torturous footwear, i'm experiencing a whole different type of discomfort.  mental discomfort.  i'm 5'7", and when i put on 4"+ heels, i tower over most people, men included, whenever i go out.  being one of the tallest people in a room makes me feel very uncomfortable.

nonetheless, i love my heels.  and will continue to endure the pain.  just as most women do.  here are some killer wedges that i'm dying for.

Cynthia Vincent, Daryl.  4 1/2" wedge, 1/2" platform.

Pour La Victoire, Tula.  4" heel, 3/4" platform.

Elizabeth & James, Swoon Woven Wedge Booties.  3 3/4" heel.