Jessie Carlson

God I love shoes and boots. Always have. Who doesn’t?

I like good shoes, not the cheap throw away kind..

A few years ago, my sisters and I were in Vegas. My older sister was renewing her vows for 10th wedding anniversary. She wanted to buy some shoes to wear for the ceremony, so we went shopping. As one does in Vegas.

I just about died right there in the store. We all stayed at The Wynn, some of the best shopping in North America, the shoe stores were stupid good.

So sweet Vanessa found a pair of Jimmy Choos to walk down the aisle in. They were fabulous.

She wore them for all of 20 minutes, loved every minute, and still loves them today. She’s never worn them since and they were worth every penny.

That is the power of a good shoe.

Two of my absolute favourite shoes this season are Nicholas Kirkwood.

A new designer to The Room, Paul Andrew, is making some outstanding shoes as well. So simple, and so hot.

As we know, leopard is a big trend this season, for me, I like it in small doses.. Shoes, a belt, maybe a coat.. That’s just me.

Brian Atwood’s leopard flats.

For the record, I like the purple too.. But would probably do black and leopard first..

Now, for the everyday bootie, yes, you should have a pair.. And yes, you can wear them with skinny jeans, dresses and skirts.

Something like these A.P.C. boots

Or these Rag and Bones.

My favourite flats in the fall are brogues, they are so much more sturdy than a ballet flat, you know? Good in the rain.

My new rain boots are as follows, they are a lot easier to put on and take off then Hunters. Although I have those too, for puddle jumping days.

The absolute perfect Mama boot? Frye Engineer boot – they are totally cute, and waterproof.. They work in the park, play dates and everything else.

They are relatively inexpensive too, in fact, we have sold out of these – twice. I sell them to every mama client.

Finally, I would like to take a minute for slippers.

After wearing heels all day, it’s nice to wear slippers no? Especially slipper that you can run outside in, if you had to.

Two posts in as many weeks.. Is anyone else as impressed as I am?

Coats, we are going to discuss coats, a little further..

Given that I JUST did a post on coats, this blog will focus on coats that are new this week..

Both Maje and Sandro have been taking it to the next level this fall, particularly where coats are concerned..

See what I mean? This is Maje.

The boots are Maje too, I love motorcycle boots in the fall, they are easier to wear than knee highs and they are perfect in the rain.

This sweater is also Maje, but I would wear it as a jacket, wouldn’t you?

See what I mean, with the sleeves? It’s so great.

Sweet Serena is carrying the new Nina Ricci tote.. I was wondering if it should be my new diaper bag. Thoughts?

I LOVE THIS! Philip Lim coat and a Sonia Rykiel scarf.

Mama coat.. a park and soccer field coat. Sandro.

I like that this coat is black and grey.. Instead of all black.. Not that I don’t adore black coats..

It’s cute with the hood up too.

Speaking of black coats, this one is my current favourite, Barbara Bui. It’s cocoon shaped but somehow not oversized, it’s perfect.

And shearling, Akris, it’s like wearing a luxurious sleeping bag.

As usual, Zara also has some outstanding coats.

The black flared coat.

Or the classes double breasted pea coat.

And I can always find a few mama coats..