idk how this doesn't have more views. The tips you gave in this vid are GOLD.

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3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mandy! I don't know why either but I'm glad you liked them!! Lolz

I am going through your old videos and enjoying them so much. How ironic that so few women watched this episode. It is gold. So many don't care about quality, yet in footwear that is necessary for it to be slow fashion.

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2 жыл бұрын

Yes! The two shirts I brought with me are POMP shirts :)

Great tips! Especially love the tip about the heel placement on pumps...never thought of that one, thanks! 😘

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6 жыл бұрын

Hey Jesse! yay! So glad you found it useful :) Thanks so much for watching! xx

A brand recommendation : I'm in my 50s and have never had shoes as well made and incredibly lovely inside (for the price point) as Jady Rose shoes. They are a United Nudes clone, but at about 1/3 the price. They are super well crafted, butter smooth leather lined, and are holding up beautifully. I just ordered my fourth pair. I have no affiliation, just am in love with the quality.

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6 жыл бұрын

Kathleen West wow Kathleen that’s great to know! Thank you so much for sharing, I’m sure the other viewers appreciate it! thanks for watching! xx

Hi Alyssa, how nice to delve into your archive! I'd love a video about how to shop footwear responsibly. Sustainable brands, but alternatively brands that produce quality shoes that are made to last, e.g. your cobbler can replace the sole etc. Love your work, thanks!

Another very helpful video Alyssa! Thank you! Of all the different components of style, footwear is my favorite. The first thing I did was to invest in comfortable and aesthetically pleasing footwear. I worked across the Charles Jordan boutique back in 1975. I still own two pairs from that time. A burgundy leather wing tip Mary Janes and an Art Deco inspired black woven lace up evening wedged shoes that I still wear. They went from San Francisco toTokyo, back to San Francisco to NewYork City back to Tokyo, then to San Francisco and to LA where I am today. The right footwear makes the outfit. The wrong one... well...

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6 жыл бұрын

Jeannette Mann hi Jeannette! I totally agree! Sounds like you made some amazing purchases and what a cool life - all those travels! We go so many places in our shoes - must treat our feet right! thank you so much for watching 😍😘

I have been anxiously waiting for your Sunday video and you did not disappoint! Some awesome tips I never knew, especially determining good quality leather! Thank you once again. You make Sunday’s even sweeter 💕 Have a lovely week, see you next Sunday 💕

@AlyssaBeltempo

6 жыл бұрын

aw thank you so much Daphne, this really means a lot. I'm so happy you enjoy these videos! I hope you had a wonderful weekend and have an even better week! Thank you for watching :) xx

good advise! I usually wear flat shoes and I have to use a maxi pads to to avioid my shoes to loose the back of my foot.... that trick avoid that disconfort of my thin feet...

Completely agree about the flats. I don’t understand how people wear flats.... I need a bit of a heel/padding to protect my feet. Also, I see those Manolos!!!! 😋

Another great video - and thanks for all the great tips on looking for quality shoes, greatly appreciated! Have a super week!

@AlyssaBeltempo

6 жыл бұрын

Heather Cosh glad you found them helpful Heather! Thanks for watching and have a great week as well! 😘

Thanks for the advice. Nice red flats!

Really great tips, thank you! I had no idea about the different stitches to put the shoes together. I will be paying more attention to detail in the future!

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6 жыл бұрын

SlowFashionMom yay! Glad you found it helpful Rachel! thanks for watching :) xx

i'm so glad to see another video of yours! thanks for this!

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6 жыл бұрын

Tiffany the Herbalist Mama so kind! Thank you for watching Tiffany!

Thank you for sharing these excellent tips! Never knew what the stitching methods were called and what differentiates them.

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6 жыл бұрын

Nyeema Johnson thanks for watching Nyeema! Glad you found it helpful! xx

OMG!!! So helpful!!! Thank you Alyssa!!! Such good points to look for!!! I feel very enlightened!!! Love your earrings BTW!

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6 жыл бұрын

Mary Nyhof yay Mary! So glad you found it helpful!! Happy smart shoe shopping ♥️ and thank you! Earrings are old from shop tobi :) thank you so much for watching! xx

Great job. Thank you for the tips. I also heard that it is helpful to make an investment in good quality inserts so that if the shoe you buy lacks support you have a solution. You are delightful.

@AlyssaBeltempo

6 жыл бұрын

So glad you found them useful! And yes, what a great point! A good insole or orthotic is great to have on hand - and good to bring along when shoe shopping! Thanks so much for watching! xx

This was really useful, thank you; I'm saving it for reference!

Another excellent video! Thank you!

Great Info, Alyssa!!! Impressive! Thank you 🌹

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5 жыл бұрын

Gina Friend so glad you liked it Gina! Thank you for watching! xx

So happy that I founded your channel. Learning so much. :)

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6 жыл бұрын

Candice Jackson hi Candice! That is so wonderful to hear thank you for watching!♥️

Great thanks.i'm binge watching

Thanks Alyssa! ☺ 👍

These were awesome tips! Thank you!

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6 жыл бұрын

So glad you found them helpful! Thanks so much for watching and have a great week! xx

Thank you for making this video. I was very aware about fast fashion and avoid it now. Usually I thrift clothing but I never thought about shoes. I buy vegan shoes now but I never actually checked to see where they were made. I will in the future though :)

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6 жыл бұрын

Minimal Mechelle hey Mechelle! Honestly being aware is the most important thing - bravo for buying vegan & thrift! Thanks so much for watching and I hope you have a great week xx

Great video and relevant topic. I run the gambit from Jimmy Choo to Zara , and amazing enough Zara and Mango shoes some fit as well and hold up - go figure? Here again, my husbands Ferragamos and other high-end brands are made so much better than the same women’s offerings - ( oh and the price is almost always less than the women’s for a larger shoe) it’s just maddening.

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6 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Totally! Sometimes it doesn't matter the label, a good shoe is a good shoe! And yes - a lot of my footwear is second hand because the price point is so much better! Thanks for watching and have a great week! xx

I have bought a few pairs from a company called M Gemi on line, and they are amazing. They are hand made in Italy, and they are expensive, but as soon as you put a pair on your feet, you can tell they are the best quality. And, they have really beautiful flat pointy toe loafers like yours. Highly recommend!

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6 жыл бұрын

Donna Regan ooo thanks so much for the recco totally going to check them out and I’m sure the other readers will appreciate! Thanks for sharing and thank you for watching Donna!😘

Very good tips, thanks!

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6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Lisa! Have a great week xx

I will pay more attention to those details next time I'll buy a pair of shoes, very interesting

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6 жыл бұрын

Nelson M. Awesome! Glad you found it helpful ☺️ thank you for watching!

I really appreciated your tips for buying shoes. Although I look for comfort, leather shoes and leather insoles, there is so much more to look for. Thanks for sharing.

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6 жыл бұрын

Giovanna Vissa thanks so much for watching! I’m glad you learned some new tips! Have a great week xx

Thank you and full of detailed advice💜..Would rather invest in a few staple classic shoes than a closet full of poor quality poor fitting trend ones...From one Canadian girl to another...thanks again😁

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6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Monique I totally agree! So glad you found this video useful :) Thank you so much for watching and have a great week! xx

Alyssa, I agree and when I shop for leather shoes, I like to make sure the leather is nice and soft. I also like for the shoes to have arch support built in. I agree comfort and construction makes big difference in it performance. Good show check out my amazing deals.

Great advice. Where did you get those black loafers? I have yet to find a pair that isn’t too masculine and those look perfect!!:)

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6 жыл бұрын

Hi Wendy! Glad you found it helpful! Ah yes - those black loafers are great - they're from Poppy Barley, I've added links to all shoes shown in the description :) Thanks for watching! xx

Thanks for the video! Do you have any recommendations for women with flat feet? What shoe brands do you recommend for ultra comfort?

@AlyssaBeltempo

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Ingrid! Hmm to be honest i think the most important thing for flat feet is good structure, not too soft, and arch support. Also - shoes with removable soles are great because you can put an orthotic or insole in. Asics are a great running shoe with arch support, fit flops (NOT flip flops) have some cute sneakers with good arch support, and I have to say I'm really impressed with the cushioning and arch support in my poppy barleys. I have also never tried Blundstones but know those are a favourite for most regarding comfort. Fly London are also known for their properties of comfort and support. I hope this helps? Thank you so much for watching! xx

These are great tips, Thank you! I have a question though. What can I do if I have decent basics, but I'm feeling uninspired by my wardrobe? I don't shop a lot because I want to be as conscious in my shopping as I can, but I feel like I've over thought it. Is it ok to go shopping seeking inspiration? Or, is that a minimalist disaster in the making?

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6 жыл бұрын

The Hue Lifestyle this is SUCH a good q - and I’ve got a video coming up about it!!😉 but honestly i think this is where a shopping list comes in handy bc it can include aspirational pieces too - then research, spend time looking for a punchy piece - i think as long as we’re being mindful and focused about our consumption/ shopping then that’s key ... hope that makes sense? Thanks for watching girl 😘 and stay tuned for that video it’s coming!

Look at M. Gemi shoes. Quality Italian shoes. Sabah shoes make awesome handmade slip ons

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6 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Thank you for the recommendation! You are not the first to mention them, I will definitely be taking a look - thank you so much for sharing and watching!

I'm really enjoying all of your videos and am going W-A-Y back. However, the ball of your foot is NOT under your heel. The ball of your foot is the front fleshy part that is directly behind your toes. It's the part you are walking on when you walk "tippy-toes."

OMG I love your videos!! You are so beautiful :) You've gained a new subbie! Hopefully we can be youtube friends!

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6 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much you are so sweet!! Thanks so much for subscribing and likewise! I'm sure I'll see you around here :) xx

Are you seriously advocating that someone scratch a sale able display shoe? I can’t tell you how many times I have seen evidence of that while shopping and the shoe is ruined.

@AlyssaBeltempo

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Dana, thanks for bringing up the subject. I see that my segue between the two tips wasn't clear, and definitely do NOT advocate scratching shoes that have not yet been purchased. Using scuffs or scratches already present on floor models as clues to quality is what I was going for.