I went to the launch party of a historic event in Canada – the Independent Web Series Creator’s of Canada. It was an absolutely great time, and if you’re in Canada you want to be a part of this organization. So here I am all dressed up for the night. I love how easy and loose this dress is. Plus, I’m really loving mint green right now.
But here’s the real story I want to share with you. In that clutch you see right at this very moment hides a pair of flats. See I plan ahead. After hours and hours in these gorgeous pink heels my feet were killing me. I wasn’t about to spend time traveling home in pain.
As I rode the metro, I was accompanied by three teenagers who were out for the night too. The young woman was leaning on her boyfriend because her feet hurt from her shoes. He turned to her, just as I was passing them on the stairs, and said, “Why don’t you girls bring two pairs of shoes when you go out?” Then as I passed I knew he pointed at me, and so I turned around and gave them a knowing smile while I gestured to the heels hanging off my fingers.
Yup, it’s all about the two pairs of shoes.
Joanna Victoria -x
May 23, 2013i don't to wear heels often when I do I also take some flats with me.
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ps loving the heels fab colour
Joanna Haughton
May 23, 2013I don't often wear them either. But my big mistake was that these are brand new and not broken in. That's a biggie.
Thanks for writing and reading.
Saimaeve
May 23, 2013I found a pair of commuter flats at Target right before a military function in the winter. They folded up into a small bag and slipped into my clutch. Best purchase ever. They were super light and easy to carry.
Joanna Haughton
May 23, 2013That's exactly it. I need it because at the end of the night the last thing I want to do is commute home in high heels.
Kendra Castillo
May 23, 2013I love those heels, but you are one brillant lady and I will be pulling the whole "two shoe swap" soon 🙂
Joanna Haughton
May 23, 2013Thanks Kendra. And isn't it the greatest thing ever? I just bought a pair of $8 F21 silver flat sandals, and they're perfect for traveling home.
Saimaeve
May 23, 2013I absolutely love this dress! So fresh and light.
I try to wear heels often. Mostly because I have an extremely short stature. (I'm barely 5 ft tall)
I would never have considered pairing these shoes with mint. But I love it!!
Joanna Haughton
May 23, 2013Thank you. I love heels, I just often feel afraid to wear them when I'm alone with Baby Girl 'cause I think to myself, "If she darts out into the street into oncoming traffic I want to be able to dart out just as quick to get her." I know crazy Mom.
Chantal
May 23, 2013That's such a great idea. I hardly never wear heels (not so easy chasing a toddler in them) but then when I do, my feet always hurt and I have no replacement!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Agreed! That's why I usually don't wear heel. But when I'm going out solo I like to spiff things up sometimes. Especially in the summer when it's not icy on the ground.
Kallie Eugenides
May 23, 2013So pretty, love the magenta with that dress!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thanks! I thought it spiced things up a touch.
Tiffany Ima
May 23, 2013Gorgeous lady! Love the combo so much 🙂
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Joanna Haughton
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Tamara @ The Workout Mama
May 24, 2013Love this outfit! You are so adorable!!!! Thank you for commenting on blog because now I have your blog to read!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thanks for visiting! And for reading. Like I said, I love a mama who loves working out as much as I do.
Carolynn Markey
May 24, 2013I am glad you said yes to that dress. you look like a fairie! and those heals are all va va voom 😛
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thank you Carolynn! Those heels did make me feel all sexy, I must say.
Trine-Marie
May 24, 2013That really is a good idea 🙂 And I love those heels!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thanks!
Lena B, Actually
May 24, 2013Such a smart girl!!
Those heels are fabulous, though! You look great!
Thanks for linking up for Passion For Fashion!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thanks. I love them. Can you believe I got them on a super sale for $14?!?! I know!
Beth @ Through the Eyes of the Mrs.
May 24, 2013These heels are beautiful! I'm crazy jelly and want a pair, xoxo
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thanks Beth. I actually got them on a super crazy sale for $14!!!! Awesome.
Rachel
May 24, 2013Your pink shoes are gorgeous, but I couldn't last a whole day in heels, either! Smart thinking to bring an extra pair in such a subtle way!
Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Oh I could never last a whole day either. My feet were killing after just that brief time!
Inge Jane
May 24, 2013I adore this outfit. The dress is just beautiful and the pink shoes are perfect.
Inge
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Joanna Haughton
May 25, 2013Thank you. I love that the dress is loose and free – it feel very understated in that respect too.
Natalie
May 25, 2013I never bring flats with me, but I really should! I adore your dress, and those shoes are amazing!
Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013Thanks. I always try to bring flats – I love my feet too much 🙂
Kelly
May 25, 2013That dress is absolutely adorable! I love styles like that-slightly vintage but still keeping it modern. I love Ruche, too xx
Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013Thanks Kelly. Yeah, I love a hint of vintage too. But just a hint, too much and it feels costumey on me.
Noor Unnahar
May 25, 2013I have been in love with mint colour since , umm I am not sure but it became 2013's colour obsession 😉
Girl , believe me I'd do anything if red carpet style would allow sneakers instead of heels.
Coming from Love my post . You've a pretty blog 🙂
Noor @ Noor's Place
Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013Thanks! Yeah, I would love if I could walk red carpets in ballerina flats.
Corinne
May 25, 2013Haha, I sometimes take 2 pairs of shoes out with me, mostly though I wear shoes that I know will not hurt with me. I refuse to go barefoot!
I love this outfit, the shoes are a stunning colour.
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Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013Thank you. I try to do that, but sometimes I just have to have that second pair. Plus, when commuting late at night I feel safer in flats. Just a thing – I feel if I can run fast I'm safer.
List Addict
May 25, 2013Great pop of colour. I am a second pair kinda girl too. Amazing that they fit so snuggly in your clutch. Need to get some of those ballet slippers that are all squishy for that purpose. Thanks for sharing!
Charlie
Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013They are pretty much flat as a piece of cardboard, so they squish down nicely.
Elizabeth Mayberry
May 27, 2013adorable! i love that you think ahead with bringing flats!
Joanna Haughton
May 27, 2013Thanks. I totally think ahead when it helps me avoid pain 🙂