I've wanted a pair of Bensimon sneakers ever since I read that they're the French girls' Converse. That's the best marketing ploy ever —just throw the word "French" in front of anything and I'm sold. French fries? Check. French toast? Yep. French braids? So pretty. French kisses? ...I don't kiss and tell. But yes.
I was exceptionally loyal to my beat-up, classic red Keds until last weekend, when they managed to bore a hole through my ankle. It was a highly unpleasant experience, and ever since I dedicated my column in
Prep Talk to the merits of a cool, laid-back pair of kicks, I've been gazing lovingly at this pair of Bensimon vintage sneakers (available
here):
Hello, lover. It's like Carrie Bradshaw with her Manolos, but for the lazy girl who wants neither to try too hard nor stumble into a gutter on her way to class. My issue (I always have an issue) is that although grey is my favorite color, the black pair is tugging at my heartstrings. I can't decide. Help a terribly indecisive girl out — which do you like?
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9 comments:
i have a serious soft spot for gray shoes lately. they're such an unexpected neutral to see on feet! they've got my vote
I'm with Paloma, go with the grey, they'll look great with a bare leg.
And my belle-mere gave me a pair of Bensimons a few weeks ago, I guess she's trying to Frenchify me xo
These shoes look so incredibly comfy. And it doesn't hurt that they have a little character to them as well.
I usually partial to anything black, but I have to agree with the other comments - the gray ones are great. They'll age better, go perfect with summer outfits, and probably enhance the length of one's legs. Whatever you choose though, I'm sure they'll look great!
Cheers.
THey are the French converse! Allthough I've seen lots of Converse as well, and Keds too! had me chuckling at your French kisses line :)
haha "hello lover" is the phrase I got in my head immediately when I see a nice pair of shoes (or accessories or clothes of any kind for that matter). I <3 Carry, I <3 those shoes and I sure <3 this post^^!
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Love, love, love! :)
I'd go for the grey one, they feel more fit for Spring and Summer. But your edgy new haircut fit's the black ones really well too I think.. Haha, sorry it seams I can't help you out;) Love how they look so comfortable.
That would have to be the mauve pair!!! Sorry - but have you seen them, all pretty and dusty looking!! Divine blog! Warmest Spring wishes from England - Glenda
I love the ones on the left! They could match with so many looks and go great with summer stripes, neons and floral prints!
xoxo
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