Shoe-Ru Confidential

It’s right around the corner… Mother’s Day will be here before you know it.

For those of you still on the hunt for the perfect gift to treat your mum, we’ve got some goodies pour vous! Treat her, spoil her, perhaps even enjoy a shoe-party with her. Here are some ideas to fill her day with sweetness.

Start her day off by treating her to a yummy brunch. If you’re into braving the kitchen, try making these super yummy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes from Cupcakes and Cashmere. She will be thoroughly impressed!

Mmmm lemon-y!

If you prefer to keep it simple, take her out. Enjoy a mani-pedi together. The time of year to show those peep-toes is also fast-approaching! To help prepare, we’ve got some fabo ideas for shoe/nail polish combinations. Just to get you excited…

Ron White Nikya in Shell

Feeling nautical?

Ron White Gabi in Onyx

Looking for the perf gift for the corporate chic mum?

Ron White Bonnie in French Navy (inspired by Bonnie Brooks)

Keepin’ it neutral…

Ron White Elsie in Bronze

And of course, we cannot forget a classic esparille.

Ron White Raven in Bronze

If you want to tote’ally surprise her, try one of these darling handbags or wallets we carry in-store by Coccinelle or Cole Haan:

Cole Haan Red Woven Tote

Coccinelle 'Jane' Tote - picnic perfect!

Cole Haan Woven Zip Wallet

And last, but most certainly not least… the secret to many a lady’s heart – sparkly things! Treat her with some jewels from SNÖ of Sweden.

Pretty-ness all around!

Happy Spoiling Mom Day!

xo

Gents…it’s your turn! You have not been forgotten! Check some of this season’s hottest trends for you…

Pop!

Don’t be afraid of colour. There are many ways to put a pop of colour into your Spring wardrobe. For you corporate men, try a bright tie, or pocket square in a bright orange (After all, tangerine is one of the colours this season)! Casual Fridays is the perfect day to bring out those brighter coloured polos under a jacket too. As for the more daring or fashion forward man stand out from the crowd with a coloured pant, or jacket. The tangerine pant below is the perfect way to make a Spring statement! Long weekend or the trip to the cottage right around the corner? Grab a pair of bright coloured shorts!

Stand Out!

We have great bold green Hugo Boss Perry shoes in-store and online.

Pastels!

Not just for the ladies. These soft shades are popping up all over men’s fashion this Spring. With so many ways to wear them.  From small details like a sole of a shoe, a dress shirt, polo, pants, bowties, or go big and do the full suit. Easily match your pastel pieces with neutrals for a polished look. Pastels are a great way to bring colour to your wardrobe without having the bold look of brights.

So Fresh!

Pick up the John Varvatos schooner boat shoes in-store and online, great for those causal weekend looks.

50s

Every lady loves a sharp dressed man! This season’s 50s/Mad Men inspired looks are classic, and a sure way to look well dressed for any occasion! Three piece suits, skinny ties, fedoras, and crisp dress shirts are a sure way to impress those ladies.

Classic

A black dress shoe is one every man should own, get the Gregory by Ron White in-store and online to complete your 50s inspired look.

Don’t hesitate with colour this season. Mixing and matching these great trends will give you a fabo Spring wardrobe. These looks are sure to impress the ladies, and make others jealous of your impeccable fashion sense.

xo

April showers bring May flowers!

In anticipation of those April showers we’re expected to get over the next few days… we’re going to help you find looks that work from outside to inside. We have you covered with some of our favourite boots, and ideas on how to flawlessly transition from outside to in.

We heart a Hunter boot! Try them in a cranberry, sorbet pink or soft silver. These boots will keep your toes warm and dry in this damp April weather. Metallics, pastels and brights are so in this Spring. See in-store for the Cranberry boot and other fabo colours and wellie warmers.

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Want something more fun fashionistas? These boots with adorable bow by Joules are von fabulouso, and are sure brighten your day (clouds or no clouds!).

Adorable!

Don’t forget a tote! Totes are great in the spring as they can fit everything you need, including those adorable shoes that you can’t rock in the rain. All handbags available in-store by Cole Haan, plus lots of other goodies!

'Tote'ally Perfect!

Don’t forget your umbrella either. These bright little numbers will even have you singing in the rain.

Under my umbrella-ella-ella!

Stay dry Darlings!

xo

Darlings!

Easter? Passover? Whichever you and yours  celebrate, the weekend is fast approaching. We’ve taken it upon ourselves to pull some great looks together, regardless of occasion! Whether you are getting together with your extended family, doing brunch and an Easter egg hunt at home with the kiddies, or visiting the in-laws and need to look your Sunday best – we have the look pour vous!

Look numéro 1

For comfortable, casual and versatile, try this look from Cameron Diaz. Comfy for the Easter egg hunt and easily dressed up with a cute pair of pumps and blazer, like this jacket from Aritzia.

Inspired by Spring!

Love these Donald Pliner tribal sandals? Check them out in-store. Love the bag? We have that too! Check out our new Spring 2012 Coccinelle Collection in-store.

Look numéro 2

Getting together with your entire extended family? You are going to want to wear something that makes a bit of a statement! Remember, you probably haven’t seen some of your family since the last holiday! What better way than a bold pair of coral skinnies and classic black pumps.

Make a statement, like a Duchess

At home or out to dinner, the RW Signature Chanelle Pump in Onyx paired with this super cute vintage-looking Cole Haan handbag will do the trick. Both available in-store (or the shoes, online too!)

Look numéro 3

Perhaps a look that is a little more dressed up? It’s time to look your Sunday best, so try this 50s inspired Man Men dress with the adorable Mireille in Biscotti. Just toss on those pearls, and darling you are off to the races!

Sunday Best

Find this fabo Cole Haan tote in-store, or the shoes online. You could always sub this kitten heel for a wedge, with the same look and feel. Try the Nikya:

In-store and online in Shell or French Navy

Look numéro 4

We can’t get enough of the pastel skinnies this season. Dress up or down for the Spring occasion with these fabo lemon yellow trousers from Zara. Need a little bling to add sparkle to the occasion? Pair the outfit with this rose gold cuff from Hermès.

Pretty in Pastel

Shop our e-boutique for these sexy Cole Haan Air Vivian heels, or visit us in-store for a smaller version of this classic Coccinelle clutch.

Look numéro 5

Still feel a bit of the early Spring chill in the air and want to go for more of a closed toe look? We recommend a nautical-inspired dress paired with or without tights (and can carry you right through the summer!). Add these fabo new riding boots from Frye - the woven textures in this Dorado are to die for.

Get your Frye on

Compliment the entire outfit with a fantastic handbag like this tote from Coccinelle. Comes with a gorgeous and versatile strap so you can go for the cross body look and run errands! This is also a fabo look for the airport if you’re travelling this time of year. Plus, the bag will fit all of your carry-on goodies.

No need to fret. We’ve got you covered. Just remember… always dress from the shoes up!

Happy Egg-Hunting!

xo

Welcome to Nordstrom’s Shoe Salon in, Palm Beach at The Gardens!

On Wednesday March 14th, I had the honour of joining the fabulous Nordstrom team at The Gardens, for my very first official Personal Appearance (PA),  in the glorious Palm Beach. A whirlwind of a day from 12 noon until after 5PM indeed, I had the opportunity to meet and visit with so many of their loyal clients who enjoy the sunny south. All whilst it being all about shoes – what could be better?!

Here’s some highlights!

Setup in the Shoe Salon! (Look at the fancy desk they brought in - only sat in it for this pic)

At the front of the store with my 'Signature Collection' babies on display

One of the fabulous sales associates, Patty, modeling the Gabi espadrille! Work it Patty!

Gabi

Shoe Salon Manager extraordinaire Almasa and moi (she rocks the Ryanna in Midnight von fabulously too!)

Ryanna

Posing with another superstar, and staff contest winner Yenis. Her prize was to co-design a shoe with me for a coming collection... so stay tuned for what will be an amazing update on that front! xo

With the whole Palm Beach Nordstrom Shoe Salon gang!

Action shot!

Do I hear the ocean? Perhaps a cruise or resort is in your future...

With the lovely Patty once again!

Showing off LUCKY Magazine's Fall 2011 top picked riding boot from the Signature Collection

All Day Heels on display! Loving the pops of colour!

Little close up of the Bonnie in Hot Pink.

Merchandising extraordinaire! Bravo team Nordstrom!

Had so, so much fun with these ladies! A mother and two daughters joined our shoe party! - All in RW.

Signature beauties on display!

Close up, featuring Jayla, Jasmyn and Bindya

Shoe party! Can't thank these dear friends from back home in Toronto for stopping by and showing their shoe support! xo

Shoe party madness continued!

Drawing one lucky client winner of a free pair of shoes at the end of the day's exciting event!

Thank you again to the wonderful team at Nordstrom Palm Beach Gardens and to all who came out to support my first Personal Appearance (PA) in the US. Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Met so many fabulous people and am still all smiles whenever I think of the wonderful day.

xo

Darlings!

It’s finally Spring. Out with cold and bring in the bold! We know you love to know what is trending each season so we’ve broken them down for you. From runway to everyday wear, i’ts time to make room in those closets for these von fabulouso spring/summer looks!

Brights

Be bold this spring! Try a très chic pop of tangerine or hot pink. Spring can be a rainy season so this bust of colour will brighten your spirits on those gloomy days.

Be Bold

Cole Haan Air Bacara ballet flat in a hot pink is available in store and online! Bright yellow Cole Haan crossbody will be  available in store soon! Ron White tangerine polka dot  slingback will be available in soon too, and we can’t wait!

Sorbet

If you aren’t into trying a bold tangerine, there are still ways to bring colour into your spring wardrobe. Sorbets, or pastels, are the height of femininity.  No need to fear looking like a cupcake, just stick the classic cuts and mix and match. We heart the combination of a soft pink and aqua together!

Too Cute

Get the fabulous FRYE Quincy woven boat shoe in a magnificent turquoise in store and online! Bijou our new mary-jane in blush and onyx as well as Chanelle will be available in store and online soon, keep an eye for these beauties when they arrive!

Soft Metallics

We cannot get enough of the rose gold that is popping up everywhere, not to mention pewter, bronze and softer tones of the traditional yellow gold. From watches, to bags, bangles and shoes of course; these metallics are perfect for spring.

Perfection!

We love an espadrille for Spring! The Raven in bronze will go with any of you new spring buys! Available in store and online soon.

50s/Retro Inspired

Harkin back to the 50s this season with classic cuts, sling back peep toe shoes and all things Mad Men! This look makes it easy to use the colour trends of the season. Try mixing and matching sorbets, soft metallics and brights in 50s style silhouettes. Check out some looks below for inspiration!

All Things Mad Men!

Ron White Lacey in Onyx is the definition of feminine! Greta our t-strap wedge will leave you feeling like you are walking on air, you will not be able to tell you are walking in heels! Both styles will be available in store and online soon.

Don’t forget to send us tweets and comment on our Facebook page with what Spring trend you are loving!

xo

We love the fashion from the 20s. Especially since hemlines were raising, making shoes increasingly more important!

Shoes were more than just a fashion statement; they were a way to tell your class in society, politics and suspected morals! Below are some of our favourites from The Bata Shoe Museum: Roaring 20s exhibit.

The t-strap shoe was a staple in 20s fashion! These heels allowed women to show a little leg but keep up to speed with their modern roles as the “New Women” since the strap secured the shoe onto their foot. These shoes went perfectly with the less restricting dresses, cloche hats and famous “flapper” bobbed hair style.

Swiss 1925-26 Made by Bally

The designer of this von fabulouso pair of heels, Andre Perguia, was one of the most innovative shoe designers of the 20^th Century. Andre quickly became trendsetter as his shoes were worn by celebrities and were the height of luxury. We heart the rose details on the upper and small gold buttons shaped like roses.

French. 1923-26; Made by Andre Perugia

We were shocked to find out that these red rubber, silver winged shoes were worn by fashionable swimmers! The 20s saw women becoming more involved in sports, famously Gertrude Ederle’s swim across the English Channel inspiring other women to take up the sport, and show off their fashion sense at the same time.

English, late 1920’s; Made by Philips

Heels can represent power, business, elegance, and fashion sense among other things but in the 20s a women wearing heels could suggest questionable morals. These Art Deco inspired gold starburst design are the definition of a flapper shoe!

English, late 1920’s; Made by Philips

Another Art Deco inspired shoe with bronzed leather with light pearlized leather inserts are très chic! These shoes “shine like the top of the Chrysler building.”

English, c. 1925

The fine beading detail on these black silk shoes reflected the Art Deco architecture of the period, and showed high status of the wearer. The 20s started mass production of clothing, so the detail of these shoes would show that they were hand-embellished and not mass produced.

French, 1925; Made by au Printemps

Now these pictures do not do these shoes justice! The Roaring 20s exhibit is open until June 2012 at the Bata Shoe Museum. These are only a select few shoes that are on display as well as a Louis Vuitton trunk, and other fashions of the time period. For more information on the exhibit, check out www.batashoemuseum.ca.

xo

Photo credit to 2011 Bata Shoe Museum, Toronto, Canada

As March break approaches we know many of you are getting ready to jet away for a much deserved vacation! There are the obvious things to bring: passport, tickets, currency, plug adapters (can’t have that flat iron blow a fuze before your cocktail party!) etc.

In addition to the obvious, we’ve pulled a few fabulouso looks together for all sorts of occasions while vacationing – whether you are heading to a tropical destination, a ski-resort in Switzerland or doing a little Sex and the City trip with the ladies.

You don’t need to pack your whole closet but a few different pairs never hurt. We suggest that you bring two pairs of comfortable walking shoe, flats, or sandals. If you are going to attending a formal dinner bring a pair of classic pumps. No need to worry about shoes to match every different outfit choice you have packed. But remember, a classic black will carry you through multiple outfits.

Check out a couple looks we’ve pulled together!

Tropical destination

Time to bring out your sunnies!

This Cole Haan Air Nadine peep-toe ballet flat is available in-store or online at Ron White.

A little apres-ski in Switzerland

Get cozy for the occasion!

Find these super cute Sorel boots in-store or online at Ron White. This vintage-looking black Cole Haan bag is also available in-store. How can you not fall in love with that hardware and buckle detail?

Sex and the City style

Glam up for a night on the town!

Hit the town with your ladies, in this darling stiletto – one of the newest additions to the Ron White Signature Collection, the Duchess in Onyx. Coming for Spring.

Remember, always dress from the shoes up of course!

Bon Voyage, Darlings!
xo

Lights, Camera, Action!

Last night was the 84^th Annual Academy Awards, and the stars were dressed to the nines! There were so many très chic dresses it was as hard for us to choose our favourites as it was for the academy to pick the winners (almost!).

The Artist and Hugo tied for 5 awards each; Hugo winning most of the technical categories. The Artist was the second silent movie to win Best Picture since the first Academy Awards!

But back to the dresses… as quoted at the show: “Tight enough to show you are a women and loose enough to show you are a lady”. Here are some of our favourites…

Rooney Mara in Givenchy

We love this '50s inspired look!

Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford

The addition of the cape is perfecto!

Stacy Keibler in Marchasa

All that glitters is gold! We are fans of soft shades of metallic this Spring!

Octavia Spencer in Tadashi Shoji

More soft metallics... simply beautiful!

Viola Davis in Vera Wang

Von fabuloso in a bright green!

…and the Best Dressed Award goes to…

Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton

Perfection!

We heart this bright strapless dress with ruffled bodice and peplum skirt. The whole outfit done tastefully with little jewellery. She’s been consistently rockin’ the red carpet this season.

That’s a wrap!

xo

Darlings!

It’s been a busy, busy week here at Ron White! We want to keep you in the loop with all of our goodies.

Be sure to follow us on Twitter , like us on Facebook, and keep checking back here, at our blog. We’ll keep you up to date regarding any of our exciting Spring announcements.

Plus, now and again, we even have little extras for all you social fans! Stay tuned to be in the know…

xo