Get Ready...

Check the blog on Monday for a special offer from OluKai! I know it doesn't feel like sandal weather quite yet, but come on in next week and try on a pair of OluKai's. Who knows, you might be headed somewhere warm soon...

*Hint, Hint*

Here's a look at some of the latest styles from our favorite (Hawaiian!) sandal brand...

Ahhh...it is complete!

Wow...that is all I can say.  It was a marathon getting the new store up and ready for Monday morning.  But it's done.

Here's some pics.  You'll have to come by to see the real deal.  If I do say so myself...it is AWESOME!
I can't wait to show it off.

So come on by.  We'll be open TOMORROW!

HUGE THANK YOU'S TO:

Cassi
Katie
Jerrie
Robb
Jason
Bart
Jesse
Nicole
Ken & Elva
Arnie
Larae
Tami

Without you none of this would have been possible.

The moving post that never was

Did I say I'd post about the move on Tuesday?  I don't know what I was thinking.  I've been meaning to.  I even took pictures with my friends camera because I can't find mine.  Now I have lost hers. (Shhhh...don't tell on me.)

To put it bluntly this week has been insane.  I'm officially over the edge.  I'm embracing one of my favorite U2 songs "I'm running to stand still".  I finally understand the meaning behind it and hoping that Monday is my stand still day.

Here's my thoughts on the big MOVE...

1.  I love friends and family that help.  A huge thanks to Jerrie, Nicole, Katie and my handy man Arnie.  My BFF's right now.
2.  I dislike trying to decide on a new layout.  This part has caused me to
S-T-R-E-S-S.  I can't move the shelves around once they are up so it's now or never.  ACK!
3.  I'm severely ADD (self-diagnosis) and jump from one task to the next which is causing me a lot of frustration.  A lot is started, nothing is finished.  As Arnie would say, "Aiy, Senorita!"
4.  I cannot wait to unveil the new store and the new shoes and boots this Monday.  It's like the perfect storm.  A ton of fall styles have started to arrive this week.  Just in time for me to move them (this part is the 'storm' ~ like I need more to move) and have a fantastic unveiling for all of you on Monday (the 'perfect' part).  I am very excited for fall shoes.  They are awesome.

Here's a sneak peek ~

Cecilia by Born ~ Perfect in every way.

Dansko's new Rudy!  Can you believe this is a Dansko?
You have to try it on to believe it.  It is awesome!

There's so much more but you'll have to come in to see the rest.

Plus...on sale now

• All Born sandals are $20 OFF!
• Chaco sandals and flip flops are 20% OFF!
• Simple sneakers 25% OFF!
• Select Merrell sandals on SALE!
• All Sandals are Buy 1 Pair, Get the 2nd Pair 30% OFF! (regular price, equal or lesser value)

Moving Hours:

Open Friday, Aug 13th 

Closed Saturday

Opening Monday at our Fairway location

We look forward to showing you around the new store!

BOOTS!

Boots = Fall.  All around the show I was told that boots are going to be the new shoe this season.  Ankle boots, mid calf, high boots, rain boots, leather boots, western boots, biker boots...you name it.  It is all about the boots.  So if you are not totally comfortable and "up" with that style this is your 4 month warning to get ready.  Save your pennies, test out those skinny jeans (or not), and get ready to sport some boots.

                                               

Another big trend for fall, a build on last year's fashion trend, is gray.  Remember this post, and this one.  I wasn't kidding.  Gray is HUGE!  I personally love the new black.  It looks awesome with jeans, matches absolutely everything, and looks great casual but can be dressed up for a night on the town (watch out Lynden).  I encourage you not to be afraid.  You really can't do gray wrong.  It just always looks great.  Pair it with black, brown, red, purple, green, blue...really, you can't find a color it doesn't look good with.  And since color is the upcoming clothing trend for fall, you will want a pair of gray shoes or boots in your wardrobe.  Perfect for that outfit when black and brown just won't do.

So boots and gray...fashion advice from the girl who can only look in and dream {not many gray boots come in size 12.}

I'm back

Hello Friends!  I'm back from Portland and all jazzed up about Fall.  Doesn't that seem odd being that we have just started spring?  I kinda think the shoe/fashion world breeds schizophrenic behaviors.  I want to enjoy the current season but I am forced to move to the next season when the previous one has just begun.  But alas, that is my plight with owning a shoe store.  And so I present a sneak peak of fall...from Clarks, Born, and Sofft

I dream of Hawaii

6 years ago my husband and I were fortunate enough to go to Hawaii for a week.  No kids, just the two of us and the surf.  It was HEAVEN!  I secretly dreamed of living there, the wind in my hair, walking along the beach, eating fresh papaya.  {Insert Reality}  And then I realized  I would have to work ALL DAY, EVERY DAY so that I could have to afford the $10 box of cereal.

But that doesn't mean the dream has to end.  Meet OluKai sandals.  They bring Hawaii to us with awesome style, design, and comfort.  And they will be in Lynden at Sole Obsession Footwear this April.

Wednesday sale con't, thoughts, shoe news, & a sneak peak....

So I felt kinda bad cuz I usually try to post the Wednesday sale early Wed morning.  Yesterday I forgot until almost 10am.  So to apologize for my untimely manner I am extending the Wednesday sale for today as well.  Those Simple Satire's are calling your name so come in today and try them on.  At only $48 you can't go wrong.

In other news, I'd like to hear what you think of my blog look?  The good, the bad and the ugly...I'm all ears.  Is it easy to navigate or too busy? love it? hate?  Let me know.  I can't decide.  I like change but sometimes change isn't good so send me a comment and share your input.  While you are at it...fill out the online survey too.  I so value customer feedback and would love to hear everyone's input on what they think of Sole Obsession Footwear.  We've been open for over a year now...crazy...so tell us what you've liked, what we can change, what other shoes/products you'd like to see at the store.

In shoe news, Dansko just sent me the catalogue for fall 2010.  I can't divulge secrets just yet but I am so excited for March's shoe show.  The catalogue is full of new styles and completely new looks for Dansko.  I was in shock as I flipped through the pages.  I dare say it's the boldest new look for Dansko that I have seen.  There's an entire collection of wedges, cute boots will fur lining, some awesome new heels and a gorgeous knee high boot that comes in size 12.  HEAVEN!  Stay tuned for pics after the March show.

For a sneak peak of what Dansko is offering us this spring. Check out these beauties.  They should be arriving in the store sometime in February.  I'm already in love....

I'm new to blogging...

My apologies for not posting much lately. I'm new to the blogging world and the added item on my "to do list" has been overlooked. This week in shoe land I have just been basking in the glorious sunshine that has been shining through my windows and beconing me to close up shop and head out for a hike. Of course, my temptations will have to wait until Sunday when I have a day off. I hope the sun remembers to stay around that long. I have also been spending my time working on spring orders. I did my spring orders in September and have since been re-looking, re-doing, and re-thinking what spring should look like at Sole Obsession. There are so many styles to choose from, I may just have to buy them all. Oh...if only...

Here's a sneak peak...

View more styles for spring/summer at http://www.keenfootwear.com/, http://www.dansko.com/, http://www.bornshoes.com/, http://www.clarks.com/, http://www.indigoshoe.com/ and many, many other great sites. If you see something you love and would like me to consider ordering it for spring definitely leave me the name and brand in the comments section. Your ideas and imput are invaluable to the success of this store and your suggestions have great weight. :)