I utterly forgot about my prized center faculty possession–backless slide-on sneakers that have been blue suede with a black stripe down the entrance–till two weeks in the past after I stopped by Mikaela’s condo to drop one thing off, and seen the same pair lined by the entrance door. With a rush, I remembered how unexpectedly versatile a slide-on sneaker is–to not point out the truth that is has all the nice elements of a sneaker, with the bonus of being barely extra stylized. I requested Mikaela if she could be opening to demonstrating their magic by collaborating on a mini model shoot with me, and she or he agreed with enthusiasm. Beneath is the outcome, accompanied by a dialog about our shared love for backless sneaks and a few ideas on methods to put on them. –Elizabeth
Elizabeth: Once I stopped by your own home the opposite day, I seen a pair of slide-on backless Nike sneakers that TOOK ME BACK. I had a blue suede pair years in the past and I hadn’t considered them till I noticed your pair by your entrance door. Are you able to inform me about yours? The place do you put on them? Why did you purchase them?
Mikaela: Hiii! To start with—you actually had blue suede sneakers, just like the tune?? Improbable.
Eliz: Oh, sure.
Mikaela: Unsurprised. You fashionista, you. So, the sneakers! It’s humorous you seen them as a result of they’re simply my “bodega sneakers,” that I’ve had because the early 2000s. I actually don’t recall them ever NOT being in my life… in the future, they simply sort of appeared. However I assume that’s the case whenever you’re the youngest child. They’re a dimension too small, so it’s clear that my previous self jacked them from my older sister. Youngest children at all times find yourself with the most effective hand-me-downs.
Eliz: It’s true. I received numerous my sister’s rising up. Really–sneakers particularly. I assume it’s as a result of they solely get higher as you put on them.
Mikaela: Sure! One thing a couple of sneaker’s construction simply ages like wonderful wine–I don’t thoughts if my sneakers look a lil’ ratty. My Air Maxes are shot and torn, however I really like that about them! And you may’t inform in photographs.
Eliz: The nostalgia hit me after I noticed them, however in addition they made me newly conscious of a gap in my shoe wardrobe. I solely need to put on closed-toe sneakers on the whole proper now, so I can stroll so far as I must comfortably, and since I really like how sneakers look styled with summer time attire–however traditionally that’s meant lacking out on the benefit of a slip-on sandal. I actually really feel like backless sneakers are the answer?
Mikaela: YES to all the above. It wasn’t till I put these black Converse on with the slip costume that I noticed how good that mixture is.
Converse backless sneakers,
LACAUSA slip costume over
Carlota Cahis knit tank,
Monogram sweatshirt round waist,
Heimat Atlantica necklace
Converse backless sneakers,
LACAUSA slip costume over
Carlota Cahis knit tank,
Monogram sweatshirt round waist,
Heimat Atlantica necklace
Eliz: It’s such a great combo, and the backless component makes the look really feel extra summery than it might if the costume was paired with regular sneakers. I additionally like how the sportiness of that individual model juxtaposes with the flowy, light-weight sweetness of the slip.
Mikaela: Sure, and the backless look makes the outfit a bit extra unconventional. We’ve reached a peak with the slip costume + chunky sneaker combo, and the three wing 4 in me at all times desires to look a bit ~completely different~ from the norm.
Eliz: Had been they simple to stroll in with out sliding round?
Mikaela: My outdated ones are powerful as a result of they’re not my dimension, so I can’t make it far with out them slipping, however that’s why they’re my bodega shoe. Once I’m sporting the right dimension, I discover them very simple to stroll in, and am a lot much less vulnerable to slippage than a conventional slide sandal.
Eliz: Along with styling them with attire, I additionally love pairing them with pants that naturally slope down within the again so it’s not apparent the sneakers are backless till you begin strolling. After which it’s a enjoyable shock!
Nike backless sneakers — comparable choice right here,
DIARRABLU pants,
YanYan cardigan,
Serendipitous Challenge necklace
Nike backless sneakers — comparable choice right here,
DIARRABLU pants,
YanYan cardigan,
Serendipitous Challenge necklace
Mikaela: Hahaha sure! We like to preserve the folks guessing. These pants mixed with the slipper sneakers made me really feel like I used to be sporting probably the most luxurious and trendy pair of pajamas in my life. And I imply that as the very best praise.
Eliz: I really like these pants a lot, too. That elastic waist band and large cuff. They’re by DIARRABLU and there’s additionally an identical high obtainable. I believe we should always formally begin calling that model “slipper sneakers.” They’re the last word loungewear of footwear–however you’ll be able to nonetheless go exterior in them.
Mikaela: Okay I’m going to should snag that high ASAP. And sure, slipper sneakers are the backless sneakers’ bougie, sleepwear-loving cousin! Time to carry the loungewear to your ft, folks. This outfit was undoubtedly my favourite. I felt like that effortlessly stylish, cool woman you see on the practice. You simply wanna be her buddy, or know the place she’s going! The knit high elevated it, however the sneakers saved it comfy and approachable.
Eliz: Sure sure sure! Cool Subway Lady = the last word purpose!
Mikaela: I hope I’ve been somebody’s Cool Subway Lady earlier than.
Eliz: Similar. And people have been your good ol’ bodega sneakers! Their time to shine.
Mikaela: They by no means thought they’d see the day!!!
Eliz: LOL. And what about outfit quantity three: the mini skirt ensemble?
Mikaela: Oh you imply my Dionne from Clueless cosplay??! ICONIC.
Tretorn backless sneakers,
American Attire skirt,
Vacation The Label T-shirt,
Ply Knits knit polo,
Machete necklace
Tretorn backless sneakers,
American Attire skirt,
Vacation The Label T-shirt,
Ply Knits knit polo,
Machete necklace
Eliz: That’s the one!
Mikaela: I cherished this outfit. The dainty sneakers saved it preppy with out trying too tennis-y (but additionally, there’s nothing is fallacious with a great tennis ‘match). The layers are what received me, although. The T-shirt with the skin-tight, skinny cardigan! It’s genius. I felt hawt.
Eliz: You seemed it! And yeah, I favored the cardigan component, too. A tissue sweater is at all times a great funding as a result of you’ll be able to put on it by so many alternative seasons.
Mikaela: You’re a grasp stylist, Eliz. I’ll say it daily.
Eliz: Oh jeez. It was all of the mannequin and… the backless sneakers, I inform ya! He he he.
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