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Why Did You Wear That: Puddle Jumper

By |April 24th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

It happens every year.  Just like clockwork, we start to get a little too comfortable with the glorious spring- turning into summer- weather… and then, the clouds roll in, open up, and the rain comes down.  It’s kind of like Mother Nature is just reminding us that she’s still around.  She really does have a twisted sense of humor.  So, that leads us to the age old problem:  how does one stay dapper without getting drenched?

Year after year, I’ve rounded up the most waterproof footwear that’s sure to keep your precious Pradas and Louboutins free from getting waterlogged.  From your feet to your ‘fro, it’s not easy keeping in chic in the spring storms.  There are times you may just want to throw your hands up and think, “Forget it.  It’s raining, I’m gonna call it a loss.”  Here’s the thing:  your rainboots don’t have to be heinous.  Designers have really cranked it up a notch and created rainboots that are nearly as attractive as your everyday footwear wardrobe.  (Have they finally heard our prayers?)  Now, when the rain stops, you won’t be left looking silly in your big rubber wellies.  Instead, you’ll be as lovely as the sunny days that await you in May.

1. Hunter Regent Savoy Rainboots, $175, 2.Juicy Couture Emily Rainboots, $168 , 3. Hunter Vintage Union Jack Print Wellington Rainboots, $220, 4. Burberry Buckle Detail Check Rainboots,$395, 5. Hunter Original Tall Neon Soled Wellington Rainboots, $145 , 6. Dirty Laundry Roadhouse Rainboots, $47.20, 7. Tivoli Rainboots by Sorel, $110, 8. Hunter Aston Gloss Wedge Rainboots, $125

Stay dry.

xx,

WhyDid

 

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The List Volume LV

By |October 7th, 2011|The List|

 I always get a kick out of checking my Google Analytics to see what people are searching.  Some of you are real freaks.  Then again… I’m the one with the blog that people Googling land on.  That’s neither here nor there.  So, what were you fine folks Googling this week? Let’s have a look.

  1. Slutty Halloween costumes (specifically slutty Tinkerbell and slutty schoolgirl).
  2. Motorcycle hand signals. 
  3. Anal bleaching (in several variations of the words).
  4. Black and white engagement rings.  FYI- Wedding Chicks just did an awesome piece on these. 
  5. Fishtail braid, Blake Lively mermaid braid, Serena fish braid.
  6. Ombre hair.
  7. Hedgehog bites, hedgehogs, hedgehog saying you’re stupid.
  8. Cute ways to curl your hair for a date.
  9. Rainboots, Hunter rainboots, Burberry rainboots, celebrities in rainboots.
  10. Cameltoe
You guys need to get hobbies…
xx,
WhyDid

 

 

 

Why Did You Wear That: Rain, Rain, Go Away

By |April 6th, 2009|Why Did You Wear That?|

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If I were to go around my office today and photograph all of the women and what they are wearing today, you would see that about 98% of them are wearing some form of “rain boots.” (The other 2% don’t watch New York 1).  It took me two years of living in New York before I purchased a pair of Hunter wellies.  Clearly, I enjoyed destroying my shoes and having nasty city water soaking into my socks.  Now, keep in mind, I work in a very “stylish” fashion office, so these aren’t crunchy granola girls whose typical dry weather shoes would be Uggs.

Other than just keeping your feet dry and not ruining your shoes, rainboots also have a way of making your legs look thinner (they are bulky- therefore balancing out the thigh).  Added bonus, these suckers are pretty heavy and they give your legs a real workout when worn all day. Still not convinced?  Here are some cute styles that may make you reconsider:

hunter

Hunter Wellington Rain Boot, $155

burberry1Burberry Check Rain Boot, $195

bendel

pucci

Emilio Pucci Rain Boots, $175

jcrew

J. Crew Printed Critter Wellies, $49.50

target

Zulimas Bias Plaid Rain Boots, $24.99

P.S. Rainboots are to be worn over your pants.  Tuck your pant legs in. That is the whole point. I saw a women with her rainboots under her dress pants this morning. Clearly missing the entire point of rain boots. Good luck with your soggy hems, lady!

xx,

WhyDid