Ruffles & Truffles

18
Sep
2012

My lion shoes

categories: My Style

Let’s be honest: today’s outfit is really all about the shoes.

Sometimes, you stumble upon a pair of shoes that give you pause. Are they pretty? Are they cute? Are they ugly? Are they quirky? As soon as I saw the Leon flats by Jeffrey Campbell, I was fascinated by them. I mean – there are lion heads on the toes!!!!

I’ll be honest: I first ordered these flats out of 100% curiosity. I saw them online at Nordstrom, was intrigued, and ended up ordering them so I could see the shoes in person. I thought they could possibly be the ugliest shoes in the world. But, guess what? I absolutely fell in love. They are definitely not for everyone; you don’t have to like them too. However, I do. I also have to mention that my mother saw a picture of them when I first purchased the shoes and thought I was crazy for buying them. When she saw them in person, she changed her mind!

The first time I wore the Leon flats in public (to the mall), I couldn’t even count the number of times I was stopped by others to inquire where I got my shoes from. They were definitely a conversation piece, and certainly solidified the fact that they were a good buy! They seriously make me smile.

Ruffle tee: purchased at T.J. Maxx (similar here) // Marisa shorts: Ann Taylor LOFT // Sunglasses: Ray Ban New Wayfarer // Colorblock Getaway tote: Jessica Simpson, purchased at T.J. Maxx (also at 6pm.com) // Animal print belt: purchased at Target // Lion flats: ‘Leon’ by Jeffrey Campbell, purchased at Nordstrom

Do you have a love for quirky shoes?

17 Comments on My lion shoes

    • Katie
      September 18, 2012 at 8:10 am (274 days ago)

      Thanks! I’ve always loved the other animal face shoes I’ve seen, but this was the first pair I pulled the trigger on!

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    • Katie
      September 18, 2012 at 8:10 am (274 days ago)

      Thanks! One of the most satisfying purchases I’ve made in a long time! They are so fun…

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  3. Hemborgwife
    September 18, 2012 at 8:00 am (274 days ago)

    Those are totally up my alley! Since we no longer have a car I feel so sad with how fast my shoes get beat up so I will admit I bought a pair of super cute leopard flats earlier this year and still have not worn them!
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  4. kate
    September 18, 2012 at 8:54 am (274 days ago)

    i love these! super cute.

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  9. Sara
    September 18, 2012 at 10:59 am (274 days ago)

    Love love love love love love love! And now I must have a pair too! Super cute! The teeth totally make them!
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  10. Layla
    September 18, 2012 at 11:08 am (274 days ago)

    What?!? They’re freaking adorable. I agree, not for everyone, but I love them.
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  13. kjpugs
    September 19, 2012 at 1:33 pm (272 days ago)

    I really like that you did the leopard print belt with them… a subtle jungle cat theme!
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