If I had to choose one shoe to buy this spring, it would have to be a Brothers Vellies sandal.  This line is amazing from start to finish.

Created by Aurora James and launched in 2013, after being inspired by her travels throughout Africa, the brand is all about using sustainable materials, as well as creating jobs for the women who make the shoes in Africa.  Each and every style also happens to be completely gorgeous, yet with an undeniable ease.  The Spring 16 line uses hand-carved beads from Kenya and leathers from Ethiopia.  I can’t get enough of all of the fur and texture.  I want to slip my toes in each and every pair.

The cooler weather this past week has been a reality check; winter is just around the corner.  There is a bright spot, though: Mr. & Mrs. Italy parkas.  How better to brave another New York City winter than looking chic and being cozy.
These jackets combine my favorite outerwear style, army green military style parkas, with a pop of bright colored fur, creating the perfect combination of unexpected.  

*Photos via Mr. & Mrs. Italy and Matches