Y’all know me and my obsession with fringe. As any die-hard slave-to-fashion knows, there’s always something that gets under your skin—a heel, a bag, a ring, a look…whatever—that your mind just can’t let go of until it’s yours.
Lately I’ve been crazy obsessed with these Isabel Marant boots, although way too late to procure them. (Of course.) They’re from a season or two ago, I believe. But they are a recurring motif in my perpetual mental list of wants, a part of this boho luxe fantasy reel that plays in a never-ending loop in my shallow little mind.
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Wait. Pfffff!Who am I kidding?! Like I could procure them anyway. That’s why they’re in my fantasy and not in my closet. As such, I’ve been on the hunt for a pair of wedge boots with a thick mane of fringe down the side. A pair that’s not too high, not flat, not faux, and totally boho.
Well, who would have thought I’d find my fringe boots in tiny little Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia?! Not me. But it just so happens there is the cutest boutique called South of the Border which imports the most delicious leather goods from Mexico. Yes, the irony of that is not lost on me. I came all the way to Australia to source boots from our little neighbor in the U.S. Whatevs.
*WVW = What V Wore
Dress: (old and done to death, but a fave) • Boots: South of the Border
I know I Instagrammed this shot, but being the lazy fashion blogger I’ve become, I’m using it for my outfit post. Technically, I’m still on holiday anyway. Plus, in the back of my mind I’m thinking, why can’t I shoot outfits exclusively with my iPhone and do all the editing via Instagram? Hmmm. Maybe I just will.
What item is haunting you right now?
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@Heatherfonseca
June 14, 2012
I like your boots even better than the designer ones on the runway.nfringe isn’t my thing, but of it were I’d wear the ones you’re wearing in your instagram shot. They’re great on you.
In my newest post installs about one of my “holy grail” items – a white denim pencil skirt. It’s been a quest for so long that when I found it I didn’t hesitate for one minute. Later I realized the denim pencil skirt is a retail trend this summer but I. So happy to have finally found it.
Something I’ve always wanted is a real Chanel suit. They’re too expensive for me to buy, even second hand, but I hope one day I’ll have the money to splurge!
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Thanks, Heather! You’ve got me thinking I need a white pencil skirt too! It’s my fave silhouette.
@Heatherfonseca
June 14, 2012
Sorry for all the typos! Typing on my iPad is a drag.
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Dude, I so get that!
@taxnomywardrobe
June 14, 2012
Australia for Mexican shoes – who knew? Awesome boots (and photo) – yeah I wanted the Marant ones too but you’ve found a pretty amazing pair!
A studded leather biker from Zara is haunting me…
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Hi honey, thank you! Yeah, I’ve seen that jacket. Equally haunted.
@elegantboheme
June 14, 2012
First of all, the boots are GORGEOUS! LOVE them! Secondly, I’ve been thinking the same thing! Why am I stressing over setting up the tripod and trying to get a good shot (which I haven’t been doing AT ALL lately anyway) when I can take an iPhone picture and use the plethora of editing apps to edit? I kind of don’t ever see me returning to taking daily dslr outfit pictures….my enthusiasm for it is gone…:( Having fun keeping up with your adventures on Instagram! ~Serene
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Thanks, Serene! So far, I’m still iPhoning it. Dragging out the camera is such a pain, and my Hubby really isn’t a willing photog. Sigh. Maybe the new Macbook Pro that arrives tomorrow will inspire me to get back into the proper outfit posts.
@shoesaremymuse
June 14, 2012
Yes, those are fantastic fringe boots and funny you found them where you did! I’m lusting over the lovely lace frocks for summer from Valentino with the different colored lace pieces on them, I need to make one!
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@Glam__Slam
June 16, 2012
Your. Fringe Boots.. Are. Fabulous!!!!! I don’t know what else to say, because that just says it! I LOVE, LOVE them!
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Aw, thank you!
@onewomansstyle
June 17, 2012
Absolutely love the boots!!!! But..again, that’s the luxury of being tall. (-:
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@gawgusthings
June 18, 2012
These boots are fantastic and I love the dress you’re wearing them with? Are they flatties or have they got a slight wedge? Hope you enjoyed your trip down under
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@gawgusthings
June 18, 2012
These boots are fantastic and I love the dress you’re wearing them with! Are they flatties or have they got a slight wedge? Hope you enjoyed your trip down under
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Well hello, stranger! Thanks for your comment. Hope you are well! And Alfred too!
They have a slight wedge. Perfect functional height.
@citizenrosebudz
June 19, 2012
Without irony, life would have too many wrinkles.
As you can tell, I am also a fan and purveyor of ban punnery. LOVE those boots- and so what if you go to OZ to find a pair of zapatos-del-fringitos-ala-Mexicana (<– I just made that up- I'm Chicana, so I'm allowed to invent Spanglish) YOU look great and you've boosted the global economy. Mas fringe, por favor!
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
I like the way you think, Bella!
You look very hot in the boots V! I haven’t been around for a while but I’m catching up with my favs. Sounds like an amazing holiday vacay….good for you girl.
xo Mish
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Hey doll! So nice to see your name. Hope all is well. Thanks for popping by!
Fashion is my life. I really adore fashion women. The two women are so pretty for their fashionable outfit. I got new ideas for fashion on your photos and I hope I can see more fashion photos here.
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@IamKatyK
June 20, 2012
I’m glad you found your fringe boots. Even though fringe isn’t really my thing, you wear it so well. I really love that black dress that you wore a few posts back. Right now shopping itself is haunting me. I’ve cut myself off until my birthday because my spending was getting a little crazy. Then I will be looking for the perfect, I have a big girl job now, black leather carry all for work.
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Thanks, Katy. I totally need to cut myself off too. I’ve really treated myself a LOT in the past month.
Hmmm, a black carryall. So many possibilities! Congrats on the job!
@lelalondon
June 20, 2012
Those boots are amazing! And lucite heels have been haunting me at the moment, haha.
xo,
Lela
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@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Thanks, Lela, and welcome. Lucite heels…yes, yes, I can see why they’d haunt you! They’re just so cool!
@gritandglamour
June 20, 2012
Thank you all for your comments!
I will always be a huge fan of fringes Ms. V….your fringe boots are so FAB & delightful!!
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@gritandglamour
June 27, 2012
Thank you, lovely!
@kirstinfoley
June 21, 2012
I am obsessed with fringe. I just don’t have any $$ to stock up on it. Those boots look SO good on you, V. Loving it.
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@gritandglamour
June 27, 2012
Hi sweetie, thank you! And congrats on your engagement and upcoming wedding!
@lolarocksme
June 27, 2012
Those boots are just amazing. They look awesome on you. Doesn’t everyone take OOTD photos with their iPhone and Instagram them? I know I do, hee hee.
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@gritandglamour
June 27, 2012
Hi Adrienne, thanks! Thankfully there are some bloggers out there that shoot gorgeous, very inspirational OOTD posts. I’m just not one of them!
@sprinklesprings
July 23, 2012
Gorgeous! I love the boho-fringe look.
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@gritandglamour
August 8, 2012
Hi Kara…a belated thank you for your sweet comment on this post! Hope you are well.
@outinarizona
September 3, 2012
What did haunt me in 2011 was a multi-color paisley Franco Sarto shoulder bag. I HAD to have it. Even when I found it, though, I still walked the aisle debating its sizeable purchase. Then two young girls gushed over it during their window-shopping session. There was no way they were getting MY bag. I grabbed it and ran for the nearest register.
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