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Real vs. Steal – Chanel Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps

December 23, 2018

I must say: Hats off to Chanel for being able to reinvent the classic ol’ granny shoe and reliven the outdated shoe while casually turning a blast from the past into a massive and worldwide shoe hype that is now gracing the feet of fashion lovers, editors and pretty much every fashion influencer under the sun. I really can’t remember how often I’ve seen Chanel’s infamous two-tone cap-toe slingbacks (or their look-alikes, respectively) lately. They are everywhere; in magazines, on blogs, social media, the streets and on the red carpet. There’s no escaping the Chanel granny shoe and I really don’t mind. While sceptical at first, I definitely have warmed up to the trend now and am loving the enormous influx of grandma inspired cap-toe shoes we’re currently seeing popping up everywhere. And while I do love the laissez-faire style of the highly popular slingback version, for Fall, I do prefer a shoe with a closed back, so these block heel pumps below would be a perfect addition to my Fall wardrobe. But whom are we kidding? This is Chanel we’re talking about and even though I don’t know what the retail price is on these beauties here, I’m quite certain my shopping budget isn’t nowhere near as opulent as it would have to be in order for me to be able to afford the real deal.

Chanel Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps, Price Unknown || Vestiaire Collective

Also available at The RealReal.

A2 by Aerosoles Silver Spoon Two-Tone Block Heel Pumps

Update (212/23/2018): Spotted these fabulous two-toned cap-toe pumps by A2 by Aerosoles which instantly reminded me of the classic Chanel heels above. They’re available in various colorways and are under $60 at Amazon.

A2 by Aerosoles Silver Spoon Two-Tone Block Heel Pumps, $59.96 || Amazon

Also available at 6pm, Zappos, Shoes.com, HSN, Famous Footwear, Belk, Jessica London, FullBeauty & Boscov’s.

ALDO Bellone Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps

Update (02/23/2017): Found another great Chanel cap-toe block heel pump alternative at ALDO today. Available in bone or denim for $39.98 (sale price).

ALDO Bellone Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps, $39.98 || ALDO

Also available at Amazon, 6pm, ALDO (CA) & Selfridges.

Kaitlyn Pan Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps

Update (09/15/2016): Spotted these awesome and spot-on Chanel dupes by Kaitlyn Pan made of genuine lambskin leather which retail for $84.99.

Kaitlyn Pan Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps, $84.99 || Etsy

J.Crew Lena Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps

Update (09/15/2016): Also stumbled upon these lovely Chanel inspired block-heel pumps by J.Crew which are currently on sale for $189.99 (retail price was $258).

J.Crew Lena Cap-Toe Block Heel Pumps, $189.99 || J.Crew

Ivanka Trump Lindi Two-Tone Block Heel Pumps

After having so much success with their Chanel slingback dupe Liah, I guess Ivanka Trump decided they weren’t quite done with riding that Chanel granny shoe trend train yet and so they came out with Lindi, a very Chanel-esque cap-toe pump which is basically the identical sister of Liah but in a non-slingback version. Lindi comes in either beige/black leather or suede and is also available in other colors such as burgundy, black and navy (suede). Like Liah, Lindi retails for $124.95 (now on sale for $93.75); which seems like a reasonable price for such a spot-on Chanel dupe made of genuine leather. Don’t wait too long with your purchase though as I’m pretty sure these will be similarly popular as Trump’s Liah slingbacks, so make your order before your size goes out of stock and while you’re at it, make sure to check out Larrie as well, it’s a lower flat version of Liah and Lindi.

Ivanka Trump Lindi Two-Tone Block Heel Pumps, $125 || Lord & Taylor

Also available at Amazon, Nordstrom & Saks Off 5th.

Image source(s): @shesalyssarenee Instagram, Amazon, ALDO, J.Crew, Etsy, Nordstrom

Real vs. Steal – Chanel Leather Slip-On Espadrille Flats

September 20, 2018

Chanel espadrilles, round 3. This time we’re showing you the leather version (see the mesh and canvas version here). The top color combination is my personal favorite! Perfect shoes for summer, don’t you agree? I’ve said it before: despite the hype surrounding these shoes I still really like these cute espadrilles, but there’s no way I would spend so much money on a pair of espadrilles even though I can imagine that the leather version is the most durable of all the three variations. But still, $725? Um, no, thank you.

Chanel Leather Slip-On Espadrille Flats, $725 || Vestiaire Collective

Also available at Chanel & The RealReal.

L.K. Bennett Talia Two-Tone Platform Espadrilles

Update (09/20/2018): Just stumbled upon these fabulous Chanel inspired cap-toe platform espadrilles by L.K. Bennett. I really like the added platform here which gives a little extra height without sacrificing comfort. On sale for $129.99 (retail price: $185).

L.K. Bennett Talia Two-Tone Platform Espadrilles, $129.99 || Zappos

Also available at L.K. Bennett & Amazon.

ALDO Cone Cap-Toe Leather Espadrilles

Update (08/12/2018): Discovered these Chanel espadrille dupes by ALDO today! They come in in nude, black and white leather. Really love these!

ALDO Cone Cap-Toe Leather Espadrilles, $75 || Amazon

Also available at ALDO, ALDO (Canada), Selfridges, 6pm & Dillard’s.

Lodi Savona Cap-Toe Espadrilles

Update (08/12/2018): Also spotted these cute leather cap-toe espadrille flats by Spanish footwear brand Lodi. They’re on sale for £69.53 and also come in silver and rosegold metallic. Such a cute Chanel alternative!

Lodi Savona Cap-Toe Espadrilles, £70.79/€79.10 || Lodi

Sam Edelman Lanza Slip-On Espadrilles

Update (07/12/2017): Stumbled upon these fab cap-toe leather espadrilles by Sam Edelman today and had to share them with you as I think they’d make a great budget-friendly alternative to the Chanel version above. They’re a little on the ~~pricey side at $100~~ (now on sale for $39), but you should take into account that these are made of genuine leather and the craftmanship looks pretty great as well, so if you want a sturdy high-quality dupe that will last you a while, I’m sure these would be a great choice!

Sam Edelman Lanza Slip-On Espadrilles, $39 || Sam Edelman

ASOS Jacklyn Cap-Toe Espadrilles

Update (07/12/2017): Also spotted these cute and comfy faux leather Chanel espadrille look-alikes at ASOS which are an absolute steal at $19! And all sizes are still available. Steal deal alert!

ASOS Jacklyn Cap-Toe Espadrilles, $19 || ASOS

Tory Burch Colorblock Cap-Toe Espadrille Flats

Update (05/10/2016): Once again Tory Burch has taken inspiration from Chanel and came out with a leather version of the cap-toe espadrille flat. Available in various colors for $198.

Tory Burch Colorblock Cap-Toe Espadrille Flats, $198 || Shopbop

Also available at Nordstrom, Shopbop, Zappos, Tory Burch, Saks Fifth Avenue, 24 Sevres, Bloomingdale’s, MyTheresa, Neiman Marcus, 6pm & Footnotes.

Kiomi Leather Cap-Toe Espadrilles

Update (05/10/2016): Also discovered these cute and budget-friendly leather cap-toe espadrilles by Kiomi which come in either black/beige or nude/black.

Kiomi Leather Cap-Toe Espadrilles, €52.45 || ASOS

Office Lucky Espadrilles With Toe Cap

Update (05/19/2015): Discovered these lovely Chanel inspired espadrilles at Office today. Available in various colors including black and white (genuine) leather.

Office Lucky Espadrilles With Toe Cap, £42 || Office

Also available at Office Shoes (DE).

Mint and Rose Portofino Cap-Toe Leather Espadrilles

Update (07/03/2014): Stumbled upon another fabulous Chanel espadrille dupe today! Aren’t these flats by Mint and Rose absolutely lovely? Also available in other color combinations.

Mint and Rose Portofino Cap-Toe Leather Espadrilles, $160 || Nordstrom

ALDO Oleawiel Espadrille Sandals

Thanks to ALDO you can get the coveted Chanel espadrille look without breaking the bank. Their “Oleawiel” espadrille sandals are a great and affordable alternative to the pricey Chanels. Better get them while you can!

ALDO Oleawiel Espadrille Sandals, $52.99 || 6pm

Jeffrey Campbell Atha Cap-Toe Espadrilles

If you have a bigger budget, you might want to opt for these espadrilles by Jeffrey Campbell instead which are also a great Chanel espadrille alternative.

Jeffrey Campbell Atha Cap-Toe Espadrilles, $135 || Amazon

Also available at Shopbop, Nordstrom & Revolve.

Image source(s): ASOS, Zappos, Lodi, Sam Edelman, Neiman Marcus, Zalando, Nordstrom, Office, Piperlime, ALDO, Lori’s

Real vs. Steal – Chanel Two-Tone Slingback Pumps

September 18, 2018

Leave it to Chanel to make us crave those #grannyshoes we all deemed ugly when we were teenagers. And if it weren’t for Chanel and the iconic CC-logo on the side of the heel, I doubt these would have been quite as popular as they are right now, but even though I know the greater part of the allure of these shoes can be traced back to just being by Chanel, I somehow still understand why so many bloggers and fashion insiders are so in love with these. The two-tone cap-toe, the mid-height block heel, the convenient slingback; it’s the perfect example of 50s retro chic and an absolute timeless classic. By pairing these shoes with modern pieces such as ripped skinny jeans or a cool biker jacket, you will keep yourself from looking like an actual granny in these. And while I don’t know what the exact retail price is for these, we’re talking about Chanel here after all, so I think it’s safe to say that they’re expensive. And apparently very hard to get ahold of these days.

Chanel Two-Tone Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $875 || Chanel

Also available at The RealReal & Vestiaire Collective.

Style Bloggers & Fashion Insiders Love Chanel

Personal style bloggers and fashion insiders such as Chiara Ferragni (The Blonde Salad), Nicole Warne (Gary Pepper Girl), Pernille Teisbaek (Look de Pernille), Miroslava Duma, Aimee Song (Song of Style) and Leandra Medine (Manrepeller) have all been spotted wearing Chanel Two-Tone Slingback Pumps.

Franco Sarto Imogen Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

Update (09/18/2018): Now look at these fabulous dupes! Aren’t they just spot-on Chanel? I love these two-tone Franco Sarto slingback block-heel pumps! They have a leather or suede upper, come in beige/black, white/black and black/black and are currently on sale for affordable $54.98 (down from $89). Steal deal alert!

Franco Sarto Imogen Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $54.98 || DSW

Banana Republic Low Block-Heel Slingback Pumps

Update (09/05/2018): Came across these suede block-heel slingback pumps at Banana Republic and had to include them here on the Chanel dupes list collection! They’re so chic, right? I love the suede upper (also comes in grey)! Price: $128.

Banana Republic Low Block-Heel Slingback Pumps, $128 || Banana Republic

French Sole Baton Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

Update (08/13/2018): Happened to find these Chanel inspired cap-toe slingback heels by French Sole today. They’re a little pricey at $195, but they’re very close to the real deal, so it might be worth the investment.

French Sole Baton Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $195 || Tuckernuck

Also available at Amazon & Zappos.

Design Lab Lord & Taylor Tifa Block-Heel Slingbacks

Update (07/07/2017): Spotted these cute Chanel inspired block-heel slingbacks by Design Lab Lord & Taylor which are on clearance for under $30 and come in various colors including nude/black, gold and black patent.

Design Lab Lord & Taylor Tifa Block-Heel Slingbacks, $34.65 || Lord & Taylor

Office Middle Two Part Block Heels

Update (07/07/2017): Also stumbled upon these Chanel alternatives at Office which come in two colors and cost £68.

Office Middle Two Part Block Heels, £34 || Office

Also available at Office Shoes (DE).

Sam Edelman Leah Cutout Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

Update (03/17/2017): I think I just found my new favorite Chanel slingback dupe! Check out these amazing cap-toe block heel pumps by Sam Edelman! So similar to the real deal, don’t you think? Loooove! Also available in silver/black and black/black suede. Price: $120.

Sam Edelman Leah Cutout Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $120 || Shopbop

Also available at Amazon, DSW, Sam Edelman, 6pm, Saks Off 5th & Nordstrom.

Pull & Bear Slingback High Heel Shoes with Toe Cap

Update (03/17/2017): Also discovered these super fab faux suede cap-toe heels at Pull & Bear which instantly reminded me of the iconic Chanel slingbacks above. And at £25.99 (or €29.99) they’re super budget-friendly as well!

Pull & Bear Slingback High Heel Shoes with Toe Cap, £25.99/€29.99 || Pull & Bear

River Island Slingback Block Heels

Update (09/20/2016): Just spotted these cute Chanel inspired cap-toe suede slingbacks at River Island. They come in various colors and uppers and cost $50 (sale price!).

River Island Slingback Block Heels, $50 || River Island

Also available at River Island (UK) & River Island (EU).

Ivanka Trump Liah Slingback Block-Heel Pumps

Update (06/29/2016): OMG, I’m officially in designer dupe heaven! Now please take a long look at these gorgeous and spot-on Chanel look-alike pumps by Ivanka Trump. The search for the perfect Chanel slingback dupe is finally over! These are available in either nude, black or grey suede and retail for $125. It’s not the cheapest Chanel dupe, but probably worth the investment (made of genuine leather). I promise you, these shoes will sell out in less than a week, so if you find yourself fancying a pair, don’t wait (they won’t last until sale season) and buy them now! Make sure to use promo code “VIP” at checkout to get 15% off regular and sale priced items (offer valid now through August 13th at 11:59 PM EST, exclusions may apply).

Ivanka Trump Liah Slingback Block-Heel Pumps, $125 || Lord & Taylor

Also available at Zappos, Amazon, Macy’s, 6pm & Nordstrom.

Kaitlyn Pan Two-Tone Block Heel Slingback Pumps

Update (06/20/2016): And Kaitlyn Pan strikes again! Just discovered yet another gorgeous designer shoe dupe! Love, love, looooove these Chanel slingback look-alikes which are made of genuine sheepskin leather and cost under $90. The customer reviews are also raving as usual for Kaitlyn Pan shoes. Definitely got to get myself a pair!

Kaitlyn Pan Two-Tone Block Heel Slingback Pumps, $84.99 || Amazon

Also available at Amazon.ca.

MANGO Orly Slingback Pumps

Update (06/20/2016): I also spotted these lovely Chanel inspired faux suede slingback shoes at MANGO which cost $59.99. They don’t have the contrasting black cap-toe front, but the overall look of these slingback is still very reminiscent of Chanel, don’t you think?

MANGO Orly Slingback Pumps, $59.99 || MANGO

Also available at MANGO (UK) & MANGO (EU).

Vaneli Aliz Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

Update (03/29/2016): And just like that Chanel dupes are starting to come in! This one’s by Vaneli and it’s available in either nude/black or black/black for $139.95.

Vaneli Aliz Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $139.95 || Shoes.com

Also available at Amazon, Nordstrom, Zappos & Jildor.

New Look Suedette Slingback Pumps

Update (03/30/2016): I also discovered these cute and budget-friendly faux suede slingback cap-toe pumps by New Look which retail for £8 (sale price!).

New Look Suedette Slingback Pumps, £8 || New Look

Also available at ASOS.

Jill-YBC Contrast Toe Heeled Shoes

Update (03/24/2016): OMGSHOEALERT! Just discovered these amazing and spot-on Chanel dupes by Jill-YBC and guess what? They’re under $35! What a steal deal! Available in beige/black or black/black faux leather. A non-slingback flat version is available here for $34.90. Choies was so nice to provide a pair of these shoes for us to review and we can honestly say that these Chanel dupes are lovely, especially considering the price! True to size, well made and durable. Definitely a recommendation from our side.

Jill-YBC Contrast Toe Heeled Shoes, $33.90 || Choies

Jessica Buurman Jorie Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

The closest Chanel look-alikes I could find as of now are these fab slingbacks by Jessica Buurman. Spot-on design for $129. Available in beige/black and black/black as well as beige/black suede. Love how similar these look to the real deal! Use promo code XOXOJESS for 10% off your order at Jessica Buurman.

Jessica Buurman Jorie Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $99-$129 || Jessica Buurman

Carnival Beast Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

If you can’t spend that much money, here’s a very budget-friendly Chanel dupe by Carnival Beast which is currently on sale for a little over $20. This one comes also in a black/black and in a beige/black faux suede version.

Carnival Beast Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, $23.66 || YesStyle

A similar version is also available by JY Shoes.

Heine Two-Tone Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps

For all you European Chanel lovers and budget-conscious fashionistas out there, I have discovered these beautiful slingbacks by Heine which are obviously heavily inspired by the Chanel shoes above. They’re currently on backorder and will approximately ship around mid-April, but you can pre-order these now and get your hands on these beauties before they sell out once again. Available in beige/black or beige/rose pink for €69.90.

Heine Two-Tone Cap-Toe Slingback Pumps, €69.90 || Heine

Also available at Kaleidoscope & I’m walking.

Jeffrey Campbell Tulloch Cap-Toe Pumps

Another great Chanel inspired alternative are these lovely cap-toe pumps by Jeffrey Campbell which are $139.95 and come in beige/black, taupe/black and red/black.

Jeffrey Campbell “Tulloch” Cap-Toe Pumps, $139.95 || Nordstrom

Office Maddie Slingback Toe Cap Block Heels

And one last Chanel alternative for all my lovely UK readers. Now these beige/black suede slingbacks from Office might not be an identical dupe, but they’re still close enough to serve as a great Chanel look for less, wouldn’t you agree?

Office Maddie Slingback Toe Cap Block Heels, £38 || Office

Image source(s): Chanel, DSW, Banana Republic, Lord & Taylor, Zappos, Pull & Bear, River Island, Nordstrom, Amazon, Mango, Lori’s, New Look, Choies, Jessica Buurman, YesStyle, Heine, Designs by Stephene, Office

Real vs. Steal – Chanel Canvas Slip-On Espadrilles

August 12, 2018

And we’re back to Chanel. Back to the now uber-famous and highly popular Chanel espadrilles, to be exact. We have already written about the black mesh pair and this time we’re showing you the just as lovely canvas version. And while I do think that they are really beautiful and would make a great pair of summer shoes, there’s absolutely no way I’d pay more than $500 for a pair of espadrilles! Not gonna happen, not even if they’re Chanel.

Chanel Canvas Slip-On Espadrilles, $525 || Vestiaire Collective

Also available at The RealReal & The Fashionphile.

Celebrities & Style Bloggers Love Chanel

Celebs such as Emma Roberts, Ashley Tisdale and style bloggers like Aimee Song (Song of Style) and Chiara Ferragni (The Blonde Salad) have all been spotted wearing Chanel Canvas Slip-On Espadrilles.

Sam Edelman “Krissy” Slip-On Canvas Espadrilles

Update (08/12/2018): Discovered yet another set of Chanel dupe alternatives! Aren’t these Sam Edelman espadrilles the cutest? I love them! Retail price is $80, but some styles are on sale for $56.

Sam Edelman “Krissy” Slip-On Canvas Espadrilles, $56 || Shopbop

Also available at Sam Edelman, Nordstrom, Amazon, Zappos, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shoes.com & Dillard’s.

Roberto Festa “Ibiza” Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles

Update (03/27/2017): Just spotted these lovely Chanel look-alike espadrilles by Roberto Festa which have a cool peace sign sewn onto the front instead of the interlocking CC logo. What a cute idea!

Roberto Festa “Ibiza” Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles, $92.40 || Jildor

Also available at Footnotes.

Merona “Eden” Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles

Update (05/10/2016): Stumbled upon these cute and super affordable $25 cap-toe espadrille flats by Merona which instantly reminded me of the Chanels above.

Merona “Eden” Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles, $24.99 || Target

Tory Burch Two-Tone Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles

Update (11/08/2014): Nice try, Tory Burch, but we all know where you got your inspiration for these Chanel-esque canvas espadrilles.

Tory Burch Two-Tone Cap-Toe Canvas Espadrilles, $150 || Tory Burch

Also available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Amazon, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s & YOOX.

China Girl “Espa” Canvas Espadrille Flats

Update (05/27/2014): OMG! Look at these fabulous Chanel espadrille dupes by China Girl! So lovely, right? And pretty budget-friendly as well. Just wish I had discovered these earlier because a lot of sizes are already out of stock. :-(

China Girl “Espa” Canvas Espadrille Flats, £9.50 || ASOS

Bamboo Saturday-08 Two Tone Canvas Espadrilles

Luckily, there’s no need to lay down the big bucks because these Bamboo espadrilles are a cute and very budget-friendly Chanel alternative. Available in various color combinations including ivory/black, red/denim and denim/denim.

Bamboo Saturday-08 Two Tone Canvas Espadrilles, $27.95 || Amazon

Dollhouse “Preserve” Cap-Toe Espadrille Flats

Another possible alternative are these fab and wallet-friendly two-tone espadrille flats by Dollhouse. Also available in other color combinations.

Dollhouse “Preserve” Cap-Toe Espadrille Flats, $34 || LuLu*s

Alloy “Penny” Two-Tone Espadrilles

You can also find a very lovely Chanel-inspired espadrille at Alloy. Better get these while your size is still in stock!

Alloy “Penny” Two-Tone Espadrilles, $7.99 || Nordstrom Rack

KG Kurt Geiger “Madison” Canvas Summer Espadrilles

And for all of you who are willing to invest in their Chanel espadrille look-alikes, here’s a very stylish Chanel alternative by KG Kurt Geiger.

KG Kurt Geiger “Madison” Canvas Summer Espadrilles, $142.91 || ASOS

Also available at Kurt Geiger & Nordstrom.

Real vs. Steal – Alexander McQueen Hobnail Studded Lace-Up Cap-Toe Ankle Boots

September 29, 2017

For someone who has always loved the delicacy of high heels and feminine silhouettes when it comes to shoes, lately I’ve been finding myself strangely gravitating more and more to tougher, more masculine footwear for some reason. So much so that I recently decided to take the plunge and went on to buy my very first pair of black, Doc Martens-like lace-up combat boots a few weeks ago and I’ve been obsessed with them ever since! I wear them with black skinny jeans, ripped denim, a flowy knit dress, a cute A-line skirt, you name it; everything seems to kind of work with these boots that will toughen up any look in an instant with their rough and functional design. And if you’ve been following this blog for a while, you’ll know I have a soft spot for everything Alexander McQueen. So how could I not love these super badass silver studded metal cap-toe boots? They’re definitely not for the faint of heart and certainly won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but I guess this is one of the main reasons I find myself so drawn to them! These heavy boots look like they could easily be part of a funky steampunk cosplay costume. But in a good way! Now that we’ve established the fabulousness of these boots – have you seen that price tag? $1.995! One grand per foot! Sadly, this kind of pricing doesn’t exactly fall into my personal shoe shopping bracket.

Alexander McQueen Hobnail Studded Lace-Up Cap-Toe Ankle Boots
($1.995, Saks Fifth Avenue)

Also available at Nordstrom, Net-A-Porter, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Farfetch, Browns Fashion, Italist, Alexander McQueen, Harvey Nichols, Stylebop, Vestiaire Collective & The RealReal.

Jeffrey Campbell “Gustine” Studded Cap-Toe Boots

Jeffrey Campbell to the rescue! Now look at these stud-adorned combat lace-up boots here! Aren’t they just so crazy cool? I love the oversized buckles! They’re not identical dupes of the McQueen boots above, but certainly similar enough to double as a great, look for less designer alternative if you can’t afford or simply don’t want to spend 2k on a pair of boots. These darling here might not be a steal at $179.95, but they are over 90% cheaper than the real deal which – I would say – you could consider a steal deal in comparison! Some sizes are already sold out though, so you better be fast if you want to get ahold of these stylish studded biker boots!

Jeffrey Campbell “Gustine” Studded Cap-Toe Boots
($179.95, Nordstrom)

Also available at Amazon & Zalando.

Image source(s): Browns Fashion, Nordstrom