Sole Mates
by Celeste C., 25 year old Hip-hop Tap Dancer from Brooklyn, NY
40 comments / 7 / October 8, 2009
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Vintage Beret w/ Feather & Leaf Detail
, in hats -
Vintage Lace Leotard
, Salvation Army, in one-pieces -
Striped Cardigan
, Thrifted, in cardigans -
Pleated Shorts
, Thrifted, in shorts -
Trouser Socks
, CVS, in socks -
Navy & White Cut-out Oxfords
, Thrifted Forever Ago, in lace-ups
Celeste C. says…
I will describe the perfect pair of shoes with the five C’s:
CLASSIC: They never go out of style. There is a vintage, timeless appeal.
CREATIVE: But with a unique, innovative twist that makes them stand out from the rest and adds a ‘pop’ to any outfit.
CONRAST: Mixed materials and two-toned shoes have such a better kick to them. Pun intended.
CUT-OUTS: Not only do they let your feet breathe, but they add a sort of artistic craftsmanship that just isn’t seen often enough. I mean oxford style, skeleton effect, shapes, slits, woven, what have you. You cut it out, and I’ll eat it up.
COMFORT: Last, but certainly not least, I cannot and will not wear a shoe that is uncomfortable. I know there are tons of “fashionistas†out there that worship their stilettos and may actually stab me in the heart with one just to get their perfectly manicured hands on a pair of diamond encrusted Manolos, but to me, comfort is key. When I am comfortable, I am confident, and confidence is what convinces the world you are actually hot and desirable despite your scoliosis and backne. Besides, shoes are technically meant to protect your feet, not make them bleed and blister and swell to the size of basketballs. Basically what it comes down to is if I can’t dance in ‘em, I don’t want ‘em, because honestly, what’s the point of life if you can’t bust a move at the drop of a diamond encrusted hat?
Now why do I deserve to design a shoe with Jeffrey Campbell? Well, I’ve walked in the best (and worst) of them. I’ve danced, walked, and stalked in every kind of shoe imaginable, from feather-trimmed cowboy boots to teal faux croc wedges to silver moonboot galoshes. (Yes, I’ve also learned from my mistakes). I’ve scoured thrift stores, upon vintage stores, upon Shoe Manias, upon the internet abyss, upon European flea markets, upon stores that probably paid ten times as much for their doormat than I could ever hope to get for my entire soul, looking for that one perfect pair. Of course, just like finding the right (wo)man, you never can seem to find the exact match you are looking for. You just pick and chose adjectives from the lot and end up with this huge list of “What Makes the Perfect One†without actually ever getting there. Well, as much as I would love to be able to create my very own perfect man, I don’t think we actually have that technology yet, (keep your fingers crossed!) but it is possible to design my perfect shoe. And who better to do it with than the king of classy innovation himself, Jeffrey Campbell? Please Mr. Campbell, help me make my Sole Mate!
All the best,
Celeste Cerro
Edy K. @edieedan
2nd Hyped !!1
nice picture !!
love the cardigan..
Celeste C.
Thank you so much! Yeah, somehow the first one got deleted?
Magdalena S.
You look like you walked straight out of an Anthropologie catalogue. (that is a very, very good thing.)
And you're getting my heart because of your included caption. Marvelous, darling. You are.
Celeste C.
Oh my, yes that is incredibly flattering! You are too kind! I am so glad you enjoyed the caption as well. Thank you, thank you. :)
Torunn S.
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE! I hope you win. And if you do i'm gonna buy the shoes you make. <3
Celeste C.
Way to be the sweetest, prettiest, loveliest thing ever. Thank you so much, my dear. It really means a lot to me. <3
Torunn S.
aw. but i mean it. you are one of my absolute favourite people here.
haha, i just realized, the five C's, and your initials, C.C. in swedish we would say "klockrent" which means... there's no good word for it, but smashing! is the best i can come up with. love!
Jen O. C.
CUTECUTECUUUUTE. I would die for a pair of shoes like this, and I hope you win and come up with something just as amazing.
Celeste C.
Oh my, why thank you Jen!! And yeah, I am pretty obsessed with them myself, haha. Not only do I love the way they look, but I am also in love with the way they make everything they are paired with look. Plus they are insanely comfortable. And were super inexpensive. I've worn them to the bone and can't find anything else like them!
Ting S.
everything about this look is amazing.
and those shoes, oh my goodness.
Celeste C.
Aw, Ting you are the sweetest! :)
Madel C.
The cardigan is adorable and those shoes are too die fooooor!:)
Celeste C.
Thanks Madel!! I just recently rediscovered that cardigan in my closet. What a pleasant surprise! :)
Laura-Sanne V.
I want you to win!
Celeste C.
Oh wow, thank you so much!!
Joshua T.
I'm in love with this outfit (intensely)
Celeste C.
You are always too sweet, Joshua! :D
Jacqueline R. @FashionSnag
HYPED! Hope you win!
Celeste C.
Aw, thanks for the support Jacqueline!!
Kerry L.
oh boy am I jealous of those shorts! they're exactly what I'm hunting for right now! Well Done! You won my heart :-)
Celeste C.
Aw, yay! I'm so glad! And I know you'll find them. And probably when you least expect it. But don't stop hunting...just start hunting for something else. :)
K O.
amazing shoes! where did you get them? :)
D. H.
you are so adorable and your outfit is marvelous,
AND THOSE SHOES...! you have me convinced, and i hope you win Celeste :)
love!
Alizee H.
Wahou, I LOVE THIS REALLY.
It's so so old school :D
Ken O. @kenove
you are so cute :)
Em .
too, too great! i was going to say i like your shorts, and that i like your cardigan, and the lace under, and your shoes, and socks and your hat, but i didn't want to sound like an over-complement-er
Eleanor A.
GREAT essay!
Lydia W.
this is such a great outfit, and i love the shoes. the five cs are awesome!
Gia P.
Fabulous color combination!
Hypee =]
Vince G. @vinceeatspencil
HYPED! i love the shooooes and the cardigan. :)
Célèste B.
This is adorable.
Melanie L.
Oh my gosh. I think if we knew each other in real life, we'd be best friends. <3
Celeste C.
Haha yes!! It would be awesome. :)
Ally B.
Seriously. You don't have enough hypes for this. It should have...like a bajillion. :)
Abbey D.
love your shoes, and where do you find all these cool pairs of shorts?!
Armel M.
i really like this color combo.