Cute Vintage-y Shoes

[~*Red*~]

OOh, Idledame, I am planning on getting those wedgies too! Tell me how you like them when they arrive!

 

[BeBopBaby]

OOh, Idledame, I am planning on getting those wedgies too! Tell me how you like them when they arrive!

Idledame, what website did you get the Golc wedges from? I was looking for a pair in a size 9, but can't find that size anywhere.

 

[deadpandiva]

Idledame, what website did you get the Golc wedges from? I was looking for a pair in a size 9, but can't find that size anywhere.

I had the same problem. Shoebuy was the only place I could find them and only in 7 and 8.

 

[leaette]

those brown wedges are AWESOME!!! i want to know the website too. must have them!

 

[deadpandiva]

those brown wedges are AWESOME!!! i want to know the website too. must have them!

www.shoebuy.com has the best price. I think they only have size 37 and 38 which is US 7 and 8 I think. I couldn't find them anywhere else.
I think that's were Idledame got hers based on the pics she posted.

 

[Idledame]

Yes sorry everyone! It is the shoebuy.com site, here's the page:
http://www.shoebuy.com/mariana-by-golc.htm
The Golc shoes are only sold online at Shoebuy and shoe-store.net, here's the Golc page on shoe-store:
http://www.shoe-store.net/c/brands/...golc.html?order_by=name&products_per_page=100
BTW, I had to pay to return the pair with the too high heel at shoe-store.
But how high do you think those spectators' heel is everyone?

 

[KittyT]

Does anyone know where a gal can find retro wooden slides or even wedges? I love the Lucky Lou ones but would prefer something a little less expensive, and also something that comes in white

These are perfect and exactly what I'm looking for, but they don't come in the right color.

 

[Idledame]

And yes those wedges are only available in our size 7 and 8. They have this one on sale too, $67.95- was $155! They have it in several sizes. I know, not the same, but cute anyway.

 

[Honey Doll]

Does anyone know where a gal can find retro wooden slides or even wedges? I love the Lucky Lou ones but would prefer something a little less expensive, and also something that comes in white

These are perfect and exactly what I'm looking for, but they don't come in the right color.

Kitty

I got a pair of carved wooden shoes (bakyas) directly from a place in the Phillipines online. I think I paid maybe $30 or so. They have the village scene carved into the heel and the top is a cream colored crochet but like in your pic. I'll see if I can find that site.

Honey Doll

 

[KittyT]

Kitty

I got a pair of carved wooden shoes (bakyas) directly from a place in the Phillipines online. I think I paid maybe $30 or so. They have the village scene carved into the heel and the top is a cream colored crochet but like in your pic. I'll see if I can find that site.

Honey Doll, thank you! Even knowing the correct term for them has been helpful. I immediately found photos of the ones with the crochet vamp, and this proves to be EXACTLY what I'd love. I haven't yet been able to find a place that sells them though. One site's link was broken, and many other sites aren't in English. I'll keep looking, thanks again.

 

[Blondie]

If you don't mind a lower heel,
they have black or white ones at www.gap.com under sandals,
$29.50

 

[lyburnum]

This site has shoes on a similar theme:

http://www.killer7designz.com/sandals.htm

And this has one carved heel design:

http://www.laguna.biz.ph/liliw/

http://www.mydivascloset.com/4cowesagfor2.html

I wish my feet were small enough for these:

http://www.specialistauctions.com/auctiondetails.php?id=1085098

 

[Honey Doll]

Bakyas

Kitty

I nosed around online. I haven't come up with the site where I ordered mine, but they do have a pic of a similar pair on

http://www.tatakpilipino.com/default.asp

I couldn't see where you could order them, but might be worth a call. The number of the shop is 800-828-2577

HTH

Honey Doll

 

[Fleur De Guerre]

Kitty, there's a place in Hawaii doing verrrrrry similar shoes to LL, and a bit cheaper, plus they have the crochet ones. Not $30 cheap though!

http://craftshawaii.com/

They're very nice too, sadly they don't do size 11s of I'd have ordered from them.

 

[KittyT]

http://www.laguna.biz.ph/liliw/

Thanks, this site actually has 2 carved heel designs, but the photo links are wrong and they're only listed in brown. They're pretty much exactly what I want though, so I might call them. Thanks!

I wish my feet were small enough for these:

Lyburnum, there are actually quite a few of these available on Ebay at very reasonable prices.

 

[KittyT]

I nosed around online. I haven't come up with the site where I ordered mine, but they do have a pic of a similar pair on

http://www.tatakpilipino.com/default.asp

I couldn't see where you could order them, but might be worth a call. The number of the shop is 800-828-2577

Thanks, Honey Doll. I did find this site yesterday, but not this page that shoes the design in regular heels as well as wedges. The phone number is most helpful!

Kitty, there's a place in Hawaii doing verrrrrry similar shoes to LL, and a bit cheaper, plus they have the crochet ones. Not $30 cheap though!

http://craftshawaii.com/

They're very nice too, sadly they don't do size 11s of I'd have ordered from them.

Thanks for this link! Love their stuff. Not much cheaper, but still cheaper, and great variety.

Thanks for all of your help, ladies!

 

[Honey Doll]

Here is a black carved pair...can't get the price though, the site seems to be still under construction

http://www.maiphuong.com.vn/?view=product&id=8&pid=40

Honey Doll

 

[Fleur De Guerre]

Just found this place - I emailed to see if they sell their shoes individually, will see what they say

http://philcraftcebu.com/footwear.htm

 

[Honey Doll]

Just found this place - I emailed to see if they sell their shoes individually, will see what they say

http://philcraftcebu.com/footwear.htm

Fleur

The pair i have is exactly like the off-white tiki village one. Can't wait to hear what they are asking for them!

Honey Doll

 

[Sunny]

I just found these on www.delias.com of all places. I checked the Keds Website and Amazon. Everyone is hovering around the $59/$60 range, which might not be that bad, as I remember Keds wearing pretty well!

They come in navy blue and in green and white!

I totally fell for these in green and white:

Description: As much a conversation piece as it is a truly unique addition to your wardrobe, the Retro from Keds is a vintage style with a fun, eclectic look that's sure to turn heads this season. Inspired by the 1950s Kedette collection, this classic peep-toe wedge features a sturdy canvas upper with contrast trim to catch the eye and lace-up detailing that pulls together its distinctive look. Quilted cotton lining ensures a comfortable stride, while the rubber outsole provides a steady step.

They just arrived last night and I am THRILLED! I honestly can't tell that the shape or last or design or anything but the fabrics and colors have been updated. They could honestly have come straight out of a vintage catalog! The peeptoe is a perfect shape, the vamp is nice and high and narrow (very vintage and not modern!) for security with the lacing just right, and particularly the heel back is high and curved to keep it on. The wedge, too, is a perfect height, about 2-2 1/2" because of the platform. It's not the typical 3" wedge, IMO too high for a casual shoe, and it's not less than 2", which although comfortable and practical, look like 1970s granny-style wedges. The quilted sole is nice and comfy. They just feel splendid on, secure and comfortable and classy and practical all at once. Also, the plaid wedge seemed to "disappear" visually, leaving the slim white upper floating above the ground. Although I love wedges because they're vintage, I still don't like the blocky, solid look many have. These don't have that. I'm in love! If/when the price goes down, I'm going to get the navy ones, too! I'm just about a perfect 9 medium and these were great. My toes were in the perfect place, peeping nicely but not hanging over the end when I walk nor feeling too short. They just might be snug on a wide foot, because of the relative narrowness of the vamp, but they're by no means narrow themselves.