Tuesday, September 29, 2009

EWP Lesson #6438: Don't Buy Prada Shoes

This blog isn't just for telling you about things that I love that really work well that I think you should get. It's also here to show you any fashion missteps I take so you can be a better-advised shopper. I'm always trying new things and am happy to report to you the outcome - good or bad. Which brings me to today's post...

Remember these shoes? At over 6" they made my legs pretty darn hawt. And let's not forget to mention how ridiculously comfortable they were. Yes, 6 inch heels can be comfortable. I was totally in love.
Just another shot so you can remember what they looked like.
Now feast your eyes on them:

I will now tell you this is the result of five wears. FIVE. And I wasn't hiking or anything. I went to dinner. I've worn my tan loubs more times in one week and they never had this happen.


I will also now tell you that these shoes cost hundreds of dollars. I'm not bragging, I'm just pointing out that you would think if you have to drop down such a hefty chunk of change, that they might last more than five wears. But I've frankly found better craftsmanship at Payless.

This is just unacceptable for any designer item. I called Barney's today to get Prada's customer service number. Barney's, however, said to bring them in and they would take care of it. I'm not sure what "take care of it" means, but I'm hoping it involves hot new shoes. I'll keep you posted.


Guess this esquire doesn't wear prada anymore.