Save or Splurge Sunday: 70's Inspired Platforms

Have you welcomed the 70's into your closet yet?  It's everywhere this season in handbags, knit-wear, and wide-flared jeans!  One easy way to incorporate the look into your style is through a great pair of shoes.  


So it's time for another Save or Splurge Sunday!  


Your dilemma: 
You are shopping and find two fantastic options for 70's inspired chunky-heeled loafers which would work well for both work and play.  But which one is the better purchase?

Save:

$59

Nolen by Mia

Color - Luggage (also available in black)

Buy it here

Splurge:

$247.95

Frye "Naiya Kiltie Moc" Pump

Color - Dark Brown (also available in navy and black)

Buy it here

Things to consider before purchasing:

- Do you consider the style to be versatile with your current wardrobe?

- How comfortable do you find each shoe?  Because leather often stretches, you'll want to make sure that you have a perfect fit (tip: try them on with the exact sock/hosiery that you will wear them with most often).  BOTH shoe options above are noted to be about a 1/2 size large...so take note when ordering.

- Platforms can be difficult to walk in depending on the style, so you'll want to make sure to take them for a little test-drive before purchasing.

My verdict: 

Splurge!  Now perhaps this is due to my unhealthy obsession love for shoes, but I have always believed that you can tell a lot about someone by the shoes they wear.  In fact, when I would interview potential employees back in my event planning days, I would always take note of the shoes they were wearing (and their nails...but maybe I'll save that for another post!) 

These Frye pumps have a classic, Perry Mason feel about them that I just adore.  The dark, rich brown just looks expensive...as though you should be reading a leather bound book and sipping a fine scotch while you wear them!  

But that is just me...which would you choose?!

XO - Marion