I really don’t want to admit that it’s time to move to regular shoes. I am not really into shoes for fashion; it’s all about utility and comfort. Luckily, this summer was the first time I bought myself a pair of Teva sandals, and they are adaptable to the changing seasons. And they really are as comfortable as I had heard. Now that it’s chillier, I’ve still been wearing them. Sometimes with socks.
You Gotta Problem With That?
I’ve never had an aversion to socks with sandals since I grew up with that fashion choice. My sisters haven’t adhered to the family trend, but I find it quite useful. Actually, I don’t think anyone in my family, not even the extended family living in Germany, ever wore pink and purple striped socks with green Tevas. But it made me happy to look down in the Shoprite parking lot at 7 AM on a Sunday and see them.
And just so you don’t think it was a fluke. Here are my same Teva sandals with socks during a hike in Maine. I didn’t want a tic in between my toes, so I wore sandals. (I still got a tic, but not on my feet!)
Sensible and comfortable. Laugh all you want.
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This is bad Kristin. I may have to organize an intervention.
It’s been almost 42 years of fashion “absolutely do nots!” for me. I think I’m beyond help.
Please put me down as back-up. It sounds like she may be resistant.
I’m like the MRSA of fashion. Highly resistant.
I am also available. This is approaching emergency status. And I’m no fashionista.
These are my dream hiking boots: http://www.modcloth.com/Modcloth/Womens/Shoes/Wedges/-Sidelines-Bootie
Those are super-cute! They are kind of 80s-meets-space cowboy-meets-runway. But they’d never work with pink-striped socks.
What’s great about them is you can wear any socks with them – no one will see!
But where is the fun in that?
I have to second what Georgette says.
But they are so comfortable!
I agree with Georgette as well. Intervention!
The thing is, my feet are bigger now post-two kids. And tall boots (which I love) are close to impossible for me. And I love showing off my blue toenails. And….and….and….
All I have to say is thank God you told the world that I don’t adhere to such horrifying fashion choices. I like comfortable shoes just as much as the next person, but you there is such a thing as comfortable and cute.
And to those calling for an intervention, good luck, we have been trying to intervene for years without success. She’s a hopeless cause.
You’re way too classy, Andrea. No one would believe you’d ever choose the fashion-life I lead!
I would like to check back in 5-10 years adn see if your teenage children have made you reform your fashion ways.
Anna – My daughter already makes excellent fashion choices in a wide array of colors. 🙂
Ummm. . .it’s so not right. Aren’t you a Jersey girl now?
Technically, yes. But doesn’t being a Jersey Girl mean I have to wear these: http://bit.ly/vAgfPE ?
oh no…no socks with sandals. you must have not received the memo that’s not 1992 anymore!
The thing is, in 1992 I was wearing silver platforms! I’m either way behind or far ahead at all times.
NICE
Thanks!
Very cute sandals, You know how to color coordinate sandals and socks. i’d love to see more pics of you wearing them.
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Word Girl …. The following quote was taken from my “About” page:
“Be warned, I often mention my love of ice cream, doughnuts, turtlenecks and socks worn with sandals. If those subjects bother or annoy you, feel free to spend your reading time elsewhere.”
Woooord Up!
Yes! I am in favor of all those except for turtlenecks. And for that, I blame hypothyroidism. I can’t stand anything around my neck. 🙂
I will not support an intervention. Funky socks (and I mean that in a good way) are meant to be shown off, and sandals look better with socks anyway. Keep on wearing socks with your Tevas! You would also look great wearing socks with Birkenstocks.
Thank you, Dan. I have indeed worn socks with my Birkenstocks (when I still had them), but Tevas don’t slip around as much as B’s. I’m so glad to have a supporter!
I will stand with you in my socks and Chaco’s (similar to Teva’s)! 🙂