Apple a Day

 I'm in the market for some really dorky but comfortable athletic shoes for my new lifestyle where I actually move occasionally, but I keep getting distracted! Do you think I could exercise in these handmade moccassins from Darlingtonia?

Swedish Hasbeens

 
It's long been known that Swedish Hasbeens are the greatest shoes of this century. But their Spring 2011 collection is brutally amazing! And, of course, pure torture. Thanks to Crystal and Lauren for making me aware of this new chapter of desire in my life.

I wouldn't be able to handle having such expensive shoes (they run between $200-400ish), but man, these are some excellent shoes. I think I like the red best, but I would settle for green. You?

I am Larry David.

As the people who have to deal with me on a daily basis can tell you, I've loosened up a lot over the years. But it still makes my blood boil when citizens break certain grocery-store related rules.

I was at Berkeley Bowl the other weekend, and I witnessed at least two people casually eating out of the bulk bins. I've always assumed it's common knowledge that one doesn't reach their filthy hand into the bin and chow down on some sesame sticks or what have you. But I've seen this too many times. I might be more forgiving if said snackers were clearly poor and in need of food. But these two were wearing very expensive shoes! And one of them wasn't just going in to sample; she returned repeatedly to the SAME BIN.

I wish I could summon up this kind of outrage for things that really matter, but I am wired to be a petty freak. Next week: how I feel when people crack open their bag of un-paid-for potato chips in the line to pay. Because they're just that hungry!

Hello--More Yellow!

The Born Begonia Sandal is truly the greatest shoe I have ever owned. Not only do I get compliments every single time I wear these shoes, but they are incredibly comfortable, especially for a flip-flop. (Yes, I know flip-flops are bad for your feet, but these are special! Seriously.)

I wore these to Disneyland last year and was on my feet for 13 hours. I hardly felt a thing at the end of the night. A year later, they still look new and I wear them constantly. A little expensive, but so much better than the over-rated Danskos (which I always find myself tripping in, not to mention the ungodly stench when one doesn't wear socks) in terms of style and comfort. Highly recommended, and, as you can see, the same genius shade of yellow that's all the rage right now. Also available in a million other colors.