my new obsession...John Fluevog shoes

I've always loved shoes... and bags... but that's not gonna be in this blog, bags that is. 
My Fluevog love has been reawaken this year since I first stumbled upon them in 2005.  This month alone I've purchased 3 Fluevogs - I swear it's an addiction. I can't help myself, it's the quality and most importantly the feel of the shoes.  I'm not good in heels, any kind of heel but with Fluevog's I am walking on air.  The leather feels supple and encourages me to 'creative up' my wardrobe to showoff my shoes. 

Immortal Perfection - Audrey

 My first pair Immortal Perfection - Audrey in Gray - great for the summer since they have vents (hole cut outs in the leather) in them.  Looks great paired with shorts and skirts.  I can't wait to wear them with some skinny jeans in the Fall.  These have a 2.25" heel and I can walk just fine in them - which is a total surprise since I'm so clumsy in heels. Only thing that I feel I need to do is to take them to the cobbler and have some rubber added to the sole so that it feels that it's not so 'slippy' since the sole is wooden.  Hopefully, this will also prolong the life of the shoe as well.  Only problem is that will cover the messages on the soles, this one says "inner beauty never fades".  Loves these lil' messages. So cute and inspiring.

2nd Pair is Expectations - Trust in Red - these are also great for summer time wearin' due to the vents in them.  You can wear them with socks or no socks.  So comfy. Pairs well with shorts and capris.  I'm gonna wear them with a dress this weekend! This also has a wooden sole so I may bring this to a cobbler as well.  The message on this shoe is "exceeds expectations". 

Expectations - Trust

I've purchased these two pairs in the NYC store on Mulberry.  I used to work around the neighborhood and it was nice going back to my old stomping grounds.  I should get a job there so that I can get an employee discount  ^-^  

My 3rd pair came in the mail from Denver, CO.  The Rules Low - Patti in black, it included stickers, a postcard, a newsletter, a plastic shoehorn and a lil' note which was so nice.  I love getting things in the mail where they take the time to send you a little thank you note. Thanks Denver store! You guys are sweet!  I tried them on last night without socks and they felt so good.  I'll be rockin' these bad boys in the Fall! The soles on these are rubber, so no message. The heels on these are 2.5".

The Rules Low - Patti

 I need to stay away from their website.  These shoes are getting me in trouble... I want to visit each city that has a Fluevog store so that I can purchase a Fluevog from each one. 
Did I mention they also sell bags...

My visit to Miami, FL

Going to Miami in the beginning of April is probably one of the best times. The sun is strong, the breeze is gentle.  The water is still cold but you warm up in that hot sun! This is the 2nd time that I've been sunburned, the 1st was in Puerto Rico AND I used sunblock. But I have no regrets, being on that beach was so relaxing and beautiful. The water is clear! I can see my feet! ohhhh, just splendid!

I stayed at Avalon Hotel, 700 Ocean Drive. Room was a bit tight for me and was surprised to see that it was a bit on the old side.  No vent in the bathroom, every time I took a shower it was a personal sauna in there.  Walls are paper thin, you can hear everything. Sometimes staff was courteous, sometimes not.  I wanted to eat at their restaurant: A fish called Avalon, but decided why give them more of my money.  Convenience to the beach was undeniable, they were literally right across the beach. 

Walking through Lincoln Road Mall - shopping haven. I wish I had more money to spend. They had such nice shops.  But I was good. My money went only to food.  Some good food spots are:

il bolognese - Italian, they have some yum pizza there

Sushi Siam - Thai Japanese fusion, try their whole snapper - delish!

Another really good spot to eat is Hiro's Sushi Express on Washington Ave. OMG. Fresh fish at reasonable prices.  A must go. Love, love, love. 

Miami's Botanical Garden is charming, a bit on the small side, but a good place to spend 20 minutes of your day if you love flowers.  They also have benches if you want to sit and relax. Butterflies flutter around here too!

A visit to the Holocaust Memorial on Meridian Ave left me feeling haunted and sad.  I studied this history when I was in school.  Seeing the sculpture, the images and hearing the music just left such a hole in my heart that it still haunts me as I am typing out this review.  

A visit to the Marina was really nice.  Quiet and serene, you can rent a bike and travel through here as well.  You can picnic here. Lots of tables and chairs for your use!

where is the Slice of Life?

I was looking for the Slice of Life, but wasn't sure where Dexter docked his boat... 

Beautiful Pelican 

Overall, Miami is a beautiful place to visit. Especially, if you are young and love to party.  The nightlife on Ocean Drive is something else.  Great place to drink and eat.