Ahhhh, the weather’s getting warmer and we’re thinking about exposing those toes once again in nice narrow sandals. 

Stay tuned  some of our narrow width fav’s for the 2012 Spring/Summer Season for Women, Men, Girls and Boys

Dear Valued Customers and Future Customers:

As you know or may be learning for the first time, we’ve been experiencing some issues with what we’re calling “pesky” mediums creeping into our narrow shoe database.  We are working diligently on rectifying this.  That said, as we continue to filter out the mediums, you may still see them periodically on our site — please know we are aware of the problem and working really hard to end it, once and for all!   We are also working on creating price and style comparisons for you on either the same or on similar narrow shoes.  This may also inadvertently increase the numbers of mediums creeping into the database for a little while until we have the situation rectified.  Again, we appreciate your patience and your continued support, as we these issues.  Many thanks!

Uh oh!  Those pesky mediums are filtering into our narrow shoe database again and we’re not the least bit happy about it!  Please be aware that we know about this glitch in our system and are trying very hard to rectify the situation ASAP.   In the meantime, please hang in there!  We know how frustrating it is to find narrow shoes and we don’t want to add to your stress!  

Thanks for your patience as we work out the kinks in this system. 

The Narrow Shoe.com Team

Having a narrow foot is hard enough when you’re an adult, but finding a good fit for your child is especially difficult for a child — especially when you’re ordering online.

Here’s a very good video about fitting Sandals.  The child in the video happens to be a girl, but the tips are good for all children’s sandals, narrow and otherwise.

Zappos.com has a good selection of narrow sandals for girls and boys and they offer free shipping both ways. Use the helpful tips in the video to make sure the sandals you order for your child fit right!

You can buy Girls Narrow Sandals from Zappos.com here and Boys Narrow Sandalshere!

This time of year is an absolute favorite for many of us.   Let’s celebrate the warmer weather and all of the beautiful buds and blossoms with bright, bold and  colorful narrow pumps and pretty Spring Floral Dresses!

Cole Haan has outdone themselves this year with colors reminiscent of a day at the beach: 

Rock Candy, Cove — we’re thinking of Carmel, Beaujolais (maybe a nice glass at sunset?) and Nougat — oh so sweet.  They’re truly scrumptious!  

Ferragamo’s elegant Dalia comes in such beautiful shades of pink, sunny yellow, pale blue and beige — we’re not only thinking of sunny days but of  beautiful sunsets, too! 

 So, pick a pair of lovely pumps in your narrow size and a lovely floral dress to wear all Spring and Summer long for a special day or evening.

Spring Florals

 

Day Dresses
Day Dresses

What will it be?  Mother’s Day?  A garden party?  Maybe a Cocktail reception?  Decisions, decisons!

We’re delighted to announce our newest find: Women’s Studio Pollini Sandals in narrow. Pollini is an Italian luxury brand that is rooted in the traditional artisanal production of leather goods and footwear. Using great attention to detail and skilled craftsmanship, they deliver high-quality shoes and handbags to suit your contemporary style.  Click on “Buy” to learn more about each sandal and to purchase.

Studio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Rope II SandalStudio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Rope II Sandal

Studio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Andy I Thong SandalStudio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Andy I Thong Sandal

Studio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Rope I Platform SandalStudio Pollini Women’s Gruppo Rope I Platform Sandal

Love, love, love all three of these beautiful sandals.  They’re a little on the pricey side, but based on our research, the women who have purchased them have reported they are comfortable.  What do you think of these sandals?  Have you purchased them before?  We’d love to hear your review of them!

Now that got your attention, didn’t it?

This Spring and Summer, the nude shoe trend continues.  The nude or neutral shoe is an excellent alternative to a black shoe and works really well with both bold and more subdued colors in your outfit choices.  It makes for a subtle yet sophisticated statement.

We went narrow shoe shopping “in the nude” recently, and we’re sharing our favorite finds:

Nude Shoes on the Runway Spring/Summer 2012

Nude shoes we like best in our narrow width:

Karolina $298.00

Karolina $298.00

Distinta $450.00

Vara $395.00

Dalton $118.00

Janna $62.99 (on sale) also available in AAA while supplies last

Vidor $71.99 also available in AAAA (on sale while supplies last)

Dalenna $118.00

Fortun $140.00

Faby$140.00

Blog $298.00

Undine $125.00

Undine $60.00 (on sale while supplies last)

Platswoon $298.00

Ussa $135.00

Navajo Camel/Camel Trim $105.00

Navajo Camel/Gold Trim $105.00

Navajo Cork/Gold Trim $105.00

Our favorite nude pumps, platforms slingbacks, wedges and sandals in your 2a (AA), 3A (AAA) and 4A (AAAA) size..  Now you can go narrow shoe shopping in the nude, too! 

In honor of the two hour season premiere of  Mad Men, we present The Banana Republic limited-edition capsule collection, featuring 1960s inspired dresses, cigarette pants, jewelry, menswear and accessories and we add our take on today’s narrow width footwear styles to compliment them!

About the Show: Set in 1960s New York, the sexy, stylized and provocative AMC drama Mad Men follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising, an ego-driven world where key players make an art of the sell.   The series revolves around the conflicted world of Don Draper,  the biggest ad man (and ladies man) in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce Advertising Agency.  As Don makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels.  The series also depicts authentically the roles of men and women in this era while exploring the true human nature beneath the guise of 1960s traditional family values.

About the Clothes:  The Emmy Award-winning costume designer for AMC’s ‘Mad Men’ partnered with Banana Republic for a second installment of the limited-edition capsule collection, featuring 1960s inspired dresses,  cigarette pants, jewelry and menswear.

About the Shoes:  In the early 1960′s rounded pumps were fashionable as were pumps with chunky heels for women.  Men’s shoe styles…well shoe styles for men haven’t changed all that much.  However,  just as  Banana Republic has taken 1960′s style and reinterpreted it in their collection, we’ve added our  narrow shoe spin with our footwear selections, as well.   Our women’s pump selections,  some  with rounded toe and others more pointy, are black and nude patent leather.  A neutral patent leather pump is a nice alternative to the black patent leather black pump we see so often.  We chose two casual lace-up athletic style loafers to match the style of the casual lace-up oxford pictured below, for our narrow shoe selections for men.  These great shoes are stylish and comfortable and right on trend for the fashionable guy who just happens to wear a narrow shoe width.

1.  A  Framed Polo in Blue Willow and Khakis look for men, and Rose Print Cardigan in Oxide Grey ($69.50) and cream Cigarette Pant cigarette pants ($98) for women from the Mad Men capsule collection.

2.  A  Lace Shell and   Hot Pink Cigarette Pant ($98) , from the collection.

1.  Marianne Frost Leather  ($34.99)

2.  Camille ($119.99)

3. Shuler Bike ($135.00)

4. Wilbert ($275.00)

 

 

The Outfits

4. The  Banana Republic The Mad Men Collection Joan Floral Sheath

5.  The Banana Republic The Mad Men Collection Betty Dress

1.  Indico ($120.00)

2.  Lennox ($79.o0)

3.  Karolina ($298.00)

.

7. The Joan Soft Ivory Sheath

8.  A blazer, sweater, Non Iron Optic Check Shirt and khakis are part of this Mad Men look.

The Narrow Shoes

1.                                           2.                                     3.

1.  Undine Nude Patent ($79.99)

2.  Shuler Bike ($135.00)

3. Wilbert ($275.00)

Banana Republic  Mad Men Photos Courtesy The Washington Post
Watch the new series video featurettes here to get up to speed on all the lies, scandal and intrigue behind the show.  (Courtesy AMC)

Using this room layout as a back drop, I created a fashionable “look”  using the same color pallet.   I then added narrow Keds and sandals in the same colors.   Have you found any narrow flats, sandals, sneakers or athletic shoes in these colors that you’d like us to add to this post?  If so, send your suggestions to contactus@thenarrowshoe.com and we just might add them to the list!

Red, Yellow, Green a Mod Clothing & Shoe Scene

Clothes and narrow shoes for a girl in the city.

Teen Girls’ Dresses by Free People
Teen Girls’ Tops by American Eagle

Narrow shoes a girl could love with these outfits– Click on each shoe to learn more and buy direct!

Keds Champion Canvas CVO $40

The signature Champion Keds® style has carried the blue label for 85 years and has been re-engineered with subtle changes to make your feet look and feel great.  Available in 2A (AA) width.

Naya Wedge $144.95

Funk up your fair-weather style with this fierce offering from Naya. In leather, the Eternal Wedge boasts open architecture that showcases pretty feet and contrast stitching for a casual appeal. An ankle strap grants a secure fit to a 3.75-inch espadrille heel and a 1.25-inch coordinating platform for a two-tone look and tons of curves. You don’t want to lose this feeling in Eternal Wedge.  Available in 2A (AA) width.

Stuart Weitzman $265

Braided leather upper, gold-tone hardware, adjustable ankle strap, leather lining and lLeather soles. Approx. 1⁄4″ heel, made in Spain.  Available in Narrow (2A) (AA) width.

Munro American $120

Great for casual and dress casual for any late spring and summer activity.  Reptile-embossed leather uppers with a padded toe post. Leather lined to naturally wick moisture. Hand stitched leather footbed for durability. Munro tech synthetic outsole is durable and lightweight. Made in the U.S.A. Heel Height: 3⁄4 in. Platform Height: 1⁄4 in.  Available in 2A (AA) width.

Naya $130

Vegetable-tanned leather upper Gladiator Sandal with woven detail for much added visual appeal. Adjustable hook-and-loop closure ensures easy on-and-off wear and a secure fit. Soft vegetable-tanned leather lining wicks away moisture leaving the foot cool and dry. Generously cushioned footbed massages the foot with each and every step. Traction outsole with cork regrind for long-lasting durability on a variety of surfaces. Heel Height: 3⁄4 in. Weight: 9 oz.  Available in 2A (AA) width.

Naya $90.99

Leather upper with a simple toe loop and decorative leaf detail for added appeal. Rear zipper entry allows for easy on-and-off wear each and every time. Textile lining and cushioned footbed massages the foot with each and every step.  Bamboo heel with recycled cork outsole offers amazing traction.   Heel Height: 1⁄2 in.    This sandal has two of this season’s fashionable trends — a toe ring and an ankle strap!   Available in 2A (AA) width.

Here’s a look at what we created using our newest obsession Shopstyle. Corals, Pinks Patterns and pretty neutral narrow Vince Camuto Peep-toe pumps!

Coral & Pink Patterns

and pretty narrow shoes!

Living Room Chairs at Neiman Marcus
Pumps by Vince Camuto

 

Kate Spade - Peep-toe Slingback $350.00

Vaneli Peep-toe Wedge $129.00

Trotters Peep-toe Pump $99.00

We love these neutral narrow peep-toe shoes too! Which peep-toes do you like best?

Oscars 2012 Inspired Narrow Shoes & Dresses

It’s always interesting to see how the current style trends will appear on the red carpet during award season. The dresses the celebs wore were in shades of Sorbet (Pastels), White, bright colors including shades of Red, Coral and Green and lots of embellishments including delicate beading and crystals. Here’s how we’ve interpreted the celebrities red carpet looks into ready-to-wear looks you might want to own, from the narrow shoes on up, of course!

Red Carpet Look -  Berenice Bejo’s Mint Dress and Narrow Metallic Shoes

  

The Artist actress Berenice Bejo posed on the red carpet prior to the Oscar Awards on Sunday, February 27, 2012 in an elegant mint green Elie Saab gown with delicate beading and sheer panels.  She accessorized with a matching clutch bag and dazzling earrings.   If we were dressing Berenice, we’d complete her outfit with Stuart Weitzman’s Girly Pump in Gold Leather available in our narrow width!

Girly Pump Gold Leather Add a little shine to any evening in these delightful pumps by Stuart Weitzman. Metallic leather upperLeather liningLeather outsoleApprox. 3 ½” heelMade in Spain Click the Buy button to learn more about this lovely peep-toe pumps and to purchase them direct.

The Narrow Shoe.com Look Inspired by Berenice Bejo’s Mint Dress and Narrow Metallic Shoes

Inspired by Berenice Bejo’s elegant gown, we chose this long Arabella strapless and shorter Donna Morgan strapless dress.  We would pair them with the great  VANELi Sandals below.  We think the Arabella would look great with Silver and the Donna Morgan would look great with the the same sandals in Gold (Platino).

Click on each dress to learn more about them and buy direct!

Arabelle long dress in silk chiffon

Donna Morgan Strapless Silk Chiffon Dress

VANELi Women’s Karisma Dress Sandal For the latest in high fashion footwear, Vaneli is the brand to watch. Boasting a variety of styles, Vaneli offers the perfect complement to any eveningwear. With a mind on fashion and an eye on comfort, these shoes deliver a perfect blend of long-wearing style. Available in Silver and Gold (Platino) and Black, Click on the Buy button to learn more about this lovely sandal and to buy direct.