Tracey Lamont: heels

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Tuesday, November 24, 2015

I’ve always been a fan of plaids and tartans...

I did some research and plaid, the pattern, actually dates back to the 6th and 8th centuries, BC, where each family had their own unique design. I recall seeing plaid in the 1970’s and the 1990’s and I honestly don’t think it’s ever not been around, at least not in my life time. I still recall a pair of brown, cream and rust plaid pants that I wore in 6th or 7th grade. (don’t do the math on that.) We had to wear dresses or jumpers up until the late ’60’s or early ’70’s as wearing pants was not permitted at school.

Although, the words plaid and tartan have been used interchangeably, they are not the same. According to textile and pattern experts, tartan is a plaid woven in wool, designed in Scotland that identifies different clans. Whereas plaid is referred to as a multi-colored, cross striped pattern. It actually depends on who you are talking to and the context for what exactly ‘plaid’ and ‘tartan’ is.

So, when the colder weather creeps up on us and we find ourselves subconsciously snuggled up in our favorite blanket, I find myself excited. Not because I have to wear socks 24/7 just to keep my feet a few degrees above being considered frozen. No, I am excited because I get to wear coats. Seeing as plaid and coats are a few of my favorite things, this coat is one I find myself gravitating towards whenever I reach for a coat. I also have a found a blue and green coat that is much longer and made of a cotton blend. It’s one of my favorites.

I paired this coat with simple black leggings and a black mock turtleneck sweater. I also have on a pair of cherry red pumps to tie the coat and shoes together and swiped on red lipstick.

To soften the look, I am carrying a brown, leather, vintage purse. The purse dates back to at least, the 1960’s. It’s one of several that my mother took very good care of.

The day was a lovely day and whether you call the pattern plaid or tartan, the coat kept me warm.

Biggest Hugs,

Tracey

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Don’t Step On My…..

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

We all know the song made famous by Elvis Presley. Yes, just about everything relates back to music or a song with me. The song was Blue Suede Shoes. I have to say, I can appreciate a pair of blue suede shoes. I have a pair of blue suede pumps that I’ve had for years. Obviously not what Elvis was referring to but just the same, I really like them.

I enjoy shoes, boots and even Birkenstocks. Yes, I have been known to wear them with socks. I am keeping my eye out for when the blue suede Birkenstocks go on sale. Many of my shoes I have found on ebay. I have shoes and boots that I have had for years as well. I really try to take care of them. I guess I got this from my mother. I have several pairs of hers that she wore. They would definitely be called vintage.

These denim boots I purchased on ebay. I have a pair of flat denim boots that I have had since the 80’s but I wanted a pair with a heel. When they arrived, they were snug around the calf, so, I took them into the shoe repair shoppe. The gentleman looked at me and shook his head and chuckled as I explained how I wanted to modify the boots to fit me. He asked me why? I explained, I got them on ebay. I showed him the extra jean material I had brought so that they could be enlarged. I explained they were special. It’s not like it was an easy find, I got lucky. They were just the style I was looking for. He then proceeded to measure my calves.

Here are a few of my favorite boots! They are ready to go since Fall has arrived. They will keep my feet warm and toasty. It was in the 50's today.

These are really comfortable. The sole is rubber and the boot does keep my feet warm.

I saw these and since I have a black dress with a white collar......they spoke to me. They said,
"Tracey, we need to be on your feet." Who could argue?

Black lace booties. Living in the desert has its benefits. I can wear these any time of year.

What interested me was the design on the vamp of this boot. The quilting is comfortable and it's a versatile boot.

I saw these and found them unique. Designed by Santana. They look like a newspaper. I like his music and I like his designs to boot.

Send me a picture of your favorite fall shoes on Twitter! My username is @mstraceylamont. I would love to see them!

Biggest hugs!

Tracey

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