FREE SPIRIT

Up until recently, I could not have imagined a day when going out was no longer about highest heels possible, and yet, this day has arrived. Flats have officially became my footwear of choice! 

I suppose this sudden change of heart is in large due to this Summer's soaring temperatures. Don't know about you guys, but comfort is pretty much my one and only concern in 100-degree weather! Or at least being as comfortable as I can possibly be:) 

Yet, what may have started as a simple nod to practicality, with time turned into a complete and utter commitment to the way flats complete outfits in a very free-spirited, nonchalant kind of way. And sure, I am a little late to the "I LOVE FLATS" party! But I think considering what a huge high-heel addict I truly am, better late than never!:) 

STORETS Free Sprit two-piece set in red | ONE by Cornetti Innamorati Heart gladiator sandals | ILLESTEVA Boca mirrored sunglasses { in blue here } | THE KOOPLES minibox bag in embossed python style leather | ADORNMONDE jewelry

BACK IN BLACK

As you may have noticed I've been on a bit of a dress binge lately and the pretty shoulderless number I'm sporting in today's post is my latest find. Though my obsession with dresses ( few other favorites here & here ) is nothing new, what I have been doing differently lately is pairing feminine, flirty frocks with chunkier heels for a slightly more modern, not to mention much more comfortable feel and look. Take the studded perfection from Laurence Dacade I am wearing in today's post for example, comfortable enough to wear all day long, I just love the way they add a certain ease and edge to the whole ensemble! Not to mention the fact that unlike a pair of stilettos ( which I think would have looked great for night), they definitely make this look more appropriate for day. 

What do you guys think? How do you feel about chunky heels? 

CAPULET Spanish Shoulderless mini dress | THE KOOPLES minibox bag in embossed python style leather | NIALAYA panther ring, cross over gold ring, panther bangle in gold & white diamonds, stingray bracelet & rose gold & matte onyx bracelet | LAURENCE DACADE chunky heel buckled sandals