We have gone for many years mismatching the color of our shoes with our handbags. In earlier days, it was forbidden to ‘not’ match. Our grandmothers always wore their black kitten heel low pumps with a black lady-like satchel. This fall, it is neither! The new season brings a wonderful trend of barely…just closely…but not quite matching color tones. We are now thinking in the same color hues but not matchy-matchy. Yes, I know, it is difficult to absorb because we do not want to look like the bird lady on the steps of Saint Paul’s Cathedral. Mismatching is chic and polished; to partner with our clothing ensembles for the lady like looks of the season as well as the newest trend of color-blocking.
1. Ladies Who Lunch Pairing:
This python-embossed platform by Alexandre Birman Pump in berinjela eggplant, for $550
Wear with that Lauren Merkin ‘Caroline’ostrich embossed leather clutch priced at $250 in Eggplant.

2. Weekend Football Game Pairing:
This ‘Dorado’ Riding boot by Frey at Neiman Marcus in dark brown distressed leather at $458
Wear with that cross body bag by J.J. Winters in chocolate brown or even army green from REVOLVE Clothing, $165.

3. Date Night Pairing:
This satin studded ‘Grace’ sandal in the color cameo by Bourne at Nordstrom’s, $280.
Wear with that sexy Halston Heritage Clutch, that is now on SALE at www.endless.com! Cream toned slouchy Clutch in charming snake tone leather at only $164.65!

4. Carpool Cool Pairing:
This $128 J. Crew ‘Lulu’ patent leather ballet flat, in fresh tangerine. Yes you can wear patent all year long!
Wear with that adorable ‘Life is Good’ organic cotton canvas tote bag in pink, gently priced at $48.

5. Girls Night Out Pairing:
This striking hot Burak Uyan leather t-bar pumps handcrafted with calf hair. Worth every little penny, $840
Wear with that eco-fur friendly ‘Falabella’ tote by Stella McCartney, $1245!