Summer In San Francisco
Well no, I’m not really there. But our weather has turned cool-ish again, at least in the mornings when we have a bit of San Fransciso-esque overcast. No complaints here! Those of you who are sweltering and hate me now will have your turn to gloat when it’s October and you’re wearing your lovely fall sweaters, while we Los Angelenos are roasting in 100+F temperatures and wheezing from the smoke of brush fires.
Ok, so let’s talk about the shoes…
These are Fluevog “Big Presence Davis” and the red color is on sale right now. Aren’t they utterly bodacious? Fluevog does some of the best sculptural heels out there, and these (surprisingly) are actually under 3″ and amazingly comfortable.
More San Francisco lore:
- Did you know that Mark Twain never said “The coldest winter I ever spent was summer in San Francisco”? Too bad, it’s a great quote.
- Never, ever call it “Frisco” in front of someone who grew up there or nearby. You’ll get your head bitten off in short order.
- It you want to sound like an insider, just refer to it as “The City.”
- The best weather is in October.
Earrings: Alexis Bittar, similar / Jacket: Eileen Fisher, from 2010, similar / Tee: Eileen Fisher / Jeans: Eileen Fisher / Watch: Michael Kors / Bracelet: Stella and Dot / Shoes: John Fluevog
Do be sure and check out Wendy Brandes’ article over at the Huffington Post about the surprising longevity of “trends.” Yours truly appears in the slideshow, along with other bloggers you may know.
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The shoes are fun! I have also been considering a Michael Kors Watch similar to this…I am so jealous of your weather. We will be sweltering up until October…always are…but around the first of that month is when it often changes…I can always hope for earlier. It will be over 100 today!
Yes, I am jealous, as the temps climb to 90 again : > Love those new Fluevogs, the heel is so fabulous.
I’ve tried that Davis on — fabulous and comfortable indeed!
I am soooo tempted by these Fluevogs. I don’t own a pair, but this may be the time to spring for these gorgeous red beauties.
Style Crone, they’re named for Angela Davis!
You are rapidly e moving my favourite blog-read with my morning cup o’ joe!
John Fluevog – former hippie sandal-maker from my hometown (Vancouver) makes great shoes!
Your weather sounds lovely – our lovely west cost is serving up blue sunny skies and perfect temperatures – sorry for those sweltering elsewhere.
Thanks again for your blog –
Love your punch of red and don’t you think shoes that are that fabulous deserve to be a focal point?
It is still very hot here and our noisy road work continues….
But not as dreadful as your wildfires. Hope they contain them soon.
Femme, those shoes are a statement! Wow. I’m not sure I could spend the day in a 3 inch heel, though, sigh. I bought a pair of orange loafers recently and am enjoying the color splash. Now I want more colored shoes!
Every time I see the blonde hair I am loving in more! It suits you so very very well. I hope you are loving it too and that it will stay. 🙂
Enjoy the weather reprieve. As a SoCal native, I remember savouring the rare break in the summer heat… We are experiencing one here in Ottawa, Canada as well and I am loving every cool moment.
Your blog has become one of my daily time-out treats, and for that I thank you!
It’s been lovely up here in actual SF:) Congrats on the Huffpo mention!
You too Lisa, and thanks for your mention today.
I saw those heels and KNEW they were Fluevogs! Love his shoes – they are so comfortable!
The shoes look fabulous. And I love the word ‘bodacious’ :). We live a bit South of San Francisco, in San Mateo. The weather here has been fairly warm and humid.
Those shoes!!!! I read once that only prostitutes and little girls should wear red shoes (no mention is made of the Pope you might note).. To which I say: Pffft! I just ordered these; you are a bad influence! (Thanks!)
Love the red shoes! They look like a great long term investment pair….great looking for many years.
blue hue wonderland
Love that shoe design. So unique.
What a great shoe!
Love to see you discovering the wonder that is Fluevogs! You know I have a collection of over 20 pairs of them, right? Most of their shoes are wondrously comfortable.
Bodacious! That is just the right word for those shoes! They’ve got the Fluevog look without being over the top, and what a great color. I also love your jacket.
Those shoes are made for walking, going straight to the website, would love to have a pair, taking inspiration from you. The cut, the styling, the height, everything is just perfect! Nice ensemble, loving your jeans style!
FF
Lovely shoes!
Love the shoes and color!
Such awesome shoes! Love the sculpted heels!
I want those shoes. Must have those shoes…. 🙂
Those shoes will be amazing with a lot of things, but they are just freaking perfect with your close fitted jeans! Adorbs. Truly.
It’s not just the weather in SF that I envy … it’s that you live in actual civilization! Enjoy no matter the weather … but I hope the fires never, ever start again!
You have a wonderful ease about you in this outfit, and oh, John Fluevog – such a sumptuous colour and dreamy details!
Those look a bit big on you,what size are they? If you ever get tired of them,let me know.