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Saddle shoes. An ex-bf who I have continued, after our break-up, to love from a far. A vision of the past that now haunts my dreams. A new obsession.
These days, saddle shoes are all I see–in ads, fashion spreads, and on cute girls and boys. I had an awesome pair from Payless Shoes when I was 8 years old that I wore everywhere. In my OshKosh-B-Gosh jumper and frilly socks, I would run through the playground in those shoes, hissing at boys, frolicking with other girls who rocked LA Gear trainers instead. And when that pair gave out, I vowed to woo my mother into getting me a new pair. Never did happen.The trend is on its way out, I’m sure, but to me, saddle shoes will always have a place in my closet. Here are some of my faves. –Diane
From the top:
1. Jeffrey Campbell “Saraid” feels more like a saddle sandle
2. Pollini purple saddle shoes are luxurious, chic, and well, purple.
3. Opening Ceremony’s Slow and Steady Wins the Race “No. 15” Oxfords which has won me over with it’s casual canvas style
4. Repetto’s classic-meets-classic version, currently on sale at Creatures of Comfort
5. Urban Outfitters can do no wrong these days, especially not with these Bass Saddle Oxfords
6. F-Troupe’s funky, perforated version
