I am a huge, nay, fanatic supporter of bright vivid colors in the summer–and come to think of it,  just about anytime, for what is life without a good dip and swirl in the pool of primary colors? Summer, however, gives you more than a justification, it practically gives you a kick in the butt to wear bright colorful outfits, saturated in just every shade of the rainbow. Which is why I am super-pleased to recommend these red-upper Delman sandals with a multicolor wedge heel–rather high, but also high on the spectrum of visibility. These almost comically-happy shoes will take you to many happy places, or at least, that’s their promise. Better yet, they’re half off, going for about $164 at Anthropologie.

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I think I’m going to go ahead and call this the season of espadrilles. At least for me. There are just so many of them around, in juicy summery colors and easy-breezy styles, enticing me with their comfort and lightness. These Rainbow espadrilles are not–or cannot be, I imagine–the epitome of comfort, but oh boy, are they happy and cute, all kisses and sunshine in a satin swirl of color. These would be perfect to wear on the boardwalk, or at the fun theme park–and it would go great with an icecream cone with sprinkles, a skip in your step, and tons of belly-laughs. The price is not bad, either, $138 at Anthropologie.

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Or in plain English, a weather report, illustrated by shoes. (Yes, we’re still bummed over this nor’easter business. No, we won’t shut up.)

The weather as it is:

Nimbus flats from Anthropologie, $130. Dark, doodly, gloomy, stormy sky.

How we’d like the sky to be:

Private balcony flats from Anthropologie, $150. Bright light-blue sky with a wisp of a white cloud whisked away by the gentle breeze.

Is that too much to ask?

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We’ve certainly waxed poetical before about this French brand, but I think it’s time to take a closer peek at their collection, don’t you? Unfortunately when I tried to contact them for a press kit, I got an email bounce that said their account is over quota. But I suppose that means they’re busy, right? And I’m not surprised, because it seems like everyone and her mother is gushing about these shoes right now and running all over the place to buy them.

It’s not hard to find some of their styles here and there around the internet, but if you check out their full line at the official site, you can see there are many many more styles than the small collections at Anthropologie, Zappos, or Bluefly, to name a few places where these purty purty shoes can be hunted down and purchased.

What I love about them right now is that they’re making so many adorable, chic flats with such great details. Shoesense posted one the other day, and it’s a cutie.

Zappos also offers the Sofia and the Mila, seen here, which are respectively the cutest "school teacher" shoe you’ll ever see, and the perfect footwear for an uber-stylish Little Red Riding Hood. (FYI, Anthropologie also has the Sofia for sale, but for $278, whereas Zappos has it for $256).

These two pairs make creative and excellent use of shoelaces as accents. They’ve got a touch of that old fashion charm with a liberal does of springtime cheer (the first pair) and understated elegance (the second ).

But I must say I’m most partial to these delicious sparkle-enhanced peep toes. They make me want to eat mint ice cream out of a glass dish with a long stemmed spoon.

If your wallet hurts just thinking about these puppies, which range from about $225 up to nearly $400, you can check out Bluefly, which currently has a brown pair for sale at $150 (only in size 9). Your toes will look like decorated war heroes, and the rest of your outfit will commend you for your fashion courage and style.

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Despite arctic temperatures overcoming the Northeast YET AGAIN (seriously, weather, cut it out already. It’s getting old and tiresome.), I keep dreaming of spring pastures overcome with lush grasses and pretty yellow flowers, prime for picnicking and frolicking ad libitum. In those dreams, besides my check-pattern cotton voile dress, I’m wearing these flats by Maloles, with their raw lime-yellow leather and their sweet checkered brocade and silvery-teal sparkly laces. I’m also probably feeding my beloved grapes from a wicker basket adorned with a bow. Available at Anthropologie for $160 (half-off the regular price).

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