Posts Tagged ‘Ballerina’

Shoe of the Week: Our Walk!

July 16th, 2012

 

This week’s featured shoe is a modern take on the classic ballerina with all the comfort and style Gentle Souls is renowned for! “Our Walk” is light as a feather, and sleek in design. With an adjustable ankle strap that allows you to control the fit, these are sure to be a fall favorite all around!

 

Colorblock perfection with 'Our Walk' in Mustard!

Colorblock perfection with 'Our Walk' in Mustard!

 

Our Walk is the ideal summer to fall transition piece! Bright enough to pop in any wardrobe, stylish enough to transcend seasons, and comfortable enough for every day comfort.

 

'Our Walk' shown in Mustard!

'Our Walk' shown in Mustard!

 

Lined with deerskin for excellent breathability, ‘Our Walk‘ can be worn as shown, or paired with tights and socks as the weather gets cooler!

Underfoot, Poron memory foam and flex side panels stabilize and cushion the foot for maximum comfort. A rubber outsole provides traction and another layer of protection between your foot and the ground, leaving you to enjoy the pillowy footbed with every step!

Our Walk is now available for pre-order in Mustard and Black for $195!

 

Shoe of the Week: Gabby!

April 10th, 2012

 

Our notoriously comfortable ballerina flats have been flying off shelves all across America, and this week’s featured shoe happens to be one of our most popular styles: Gabby!

Minimal, adorable and chic, Gabby offers our amazing ballerina construction that provides all-day comfort unlike any other shoe out there!

 

Gabby Shown in Black!

Gabby Shown in Black!

 

Gabby sets itself apart from all the rest with a stylish 1 & 1/2″ leather covered elastic stretch, while holding your foot comfortably in place!

 

Gabby in a lovely Coffee color!

Gabby in a lovely Coffee color!

 

A gorgeous piping detail hugs the soft leather upper, bringing a modern touch to these precious flats!

 

Gabby in a lovely metallic: our antique Pewter!

Gabby in a lovely metallic: our Antique Pewter!

 

The Gabby has lateral and medial flaxseed arch support to stabilize the foot, while side-flex panels offer breathability and the perfect fit. Underfoot, memory foam conforms to the foot’s sole, bringing individualized comfort with every step taken!

Finally, the treaded rubber out-sole provides you with ultimate in flexibility and shock absorption! Keep it casual, or dress it up, Gabby offers versatility in either Black,  Black Snake, Coffee, and Antique Pewter!

 

All about Gretchen!

March 13th, 2012

 

Gentle Souls hasn’t gotten the reputation “world’s comfiest ballerina flat” for no reason! Due to popular demand, we keep our ballerina construction coming back every year, and each time, we perfect it even more!

With that said, we present your new spring shoe obsession : Gretchen!

 

Gretchen in Orange Sherbert!

Gretchen in Orange Sherbert!

 

Stylish, sleek, minimal, and modern, Gretchen is the perfectly polished sling back that you’ve always wanted! Mixed with a skirt, or a fresh floral pattern pant, these ballerina beauties add the perfect amount of style to any outfit!

Crafted in a fine leather with an elastic back, Gretchen stays effortlessly put, throughout your busy days. Inside, a deerskin lining hugs your foot while still allowing air flow through, keeping you cool in those warmer summer months!

 

Clean lines and elegance define this stylish slingback!

Clean lines and elegance define this stylish slingback!

 

Beneath your sole, our soles offer up pure foot bliss! Flax seed pillows, flex side panels, and Poron memory foam each play a part in providing you with unbelievable comfort! Our supple flex side panels stabilize your foot and wick away moisture, while beneath the deerskin sock lining,  Poron memory foam is giving you extra cushioning, while molding to your individual step!

 

A look into our soles- pure comfort!

A look into our soles- pure comfort!

 

With all this comfort delivered in one elegant shoe, it’s easy to see why Gretchen is gathering quite the following!

Available in Black, Orange Sherbert, and Antique Pewter for $185 while supplies last!

Putting Your Best Foot Forward!

January 27th, 2012

You’ve probably heard the famous phrase, “first impressions are everything.”  Take it or leave it, we all know there’s a lot of truth in that sentence! Whether it’s a job interview, or first date, sometimes first impressions are all we have, so how do we make it a good one?

Maybe you’ve prepped your resume, or found the perfect dress for your big night, but what about your shoes?

 

1.) The Traditional – Confident, Classic, and Feminine:

Rupert Fine shown in Black.

Rupert Fine shown in Black.

A traditional black heel with a flair of design in the texture, and tons of comfort, the Rupert Fine has it all! This would be your go-to shoe for work or play, and says to the world, “I may follow the rules, but that doesn’t mean I can’t bend them and have a little fun!”

 

2.) The Flirt – Sweet, Feminine, and Playful:

The Glibber shown in Guava!

The Glibber shown in Guava!

The weather is heating up, and you have lunch and dinner dates almost every day of the week! The Glibber in Guava is your shoe of choice because it matches everything in your Spring/Summer wardrobe, and is light as a feather on your foot! The Guava color is a playful pink that attracts the perfect amount of attention to your look, while giving off the impression that you’re stylish and living life to it’s fullest!

 

3.) The Laid Back Gal – Easy Going, Up For Anything, and above all, Cute!

Bayside shown in Black!

Bayside shown in Black!

You could wear cute dresses, rompers, or  jeans, because the Bayside ballet flat works for all those looks! You may not want to deal with the fuss of a heal, of maybe you just know exactly what your foot wants: impossibly comfortable flats that form to your foot with every step you take!

The Bayside lets you keep it casual without sacrificing style or comfort. You’re easy going, up for last minute plans, and always have a cute outfit on!

 

4.) The Head Turner -Fashion Forward, Fun, Sexy.

June Flower shown in Red!

June Flower shown in Red!

Let’s face it, you’re a head turner! You love color, you love bold prints, and you probably get compliments all day long on your outfit choices! But just because you’re red-hot, doesn’t mean you are wearing uncomfortable shoes. You’re also smart, so you get the June Flower Gentle Souls shoes for all day comfort no matter what adventure you go on!

You can pair these June Flower platforms with some classic blue jeans cuffed at the ankle, or a flirty summer dress, and you’re ready to go! Effortless style that gets you noticed is your thing!

Celebrity Fan: Anna Paquin!

October 13th, 2011

 

With one of the hottest shows on television right now, True Blood star Anna Paquin knows exactly how to take a walk on the wild side with the Gigi flats from Gentle Souls!

 

Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyeer

Anna Paquin wearing Gigi by gentle souls

 

A unique take on the classic ballerina flat, this stylish shoe boasts a deerskin lining with side flex panels offering you breathe-ability and structure without compromising comfort.

Our signature flaxseed memory foam footbed provides support while molding to the shape of your foot, cushioning your every step.  With an animal-print hair-calf leather upper and a leather sole that has rubber insets for traction and wear, shock absorption and stability are second nature to these playful skimmers.

 

Gigi in giraffe by gentle souls

Gigi shown in giraffe

 

Whether you’re prowling through the urban jungle like Ms. Paquin, or simply giving a little extra style to your step, the Gigi is sure to add a playful look in your everyday wardrobe! Now available in Cheetah and Giraffe!

Shoe of the week: Bay Braid!

October 3rd, 2011

 

You may have heard our saying, “walking doesn’t have to be so hard,” and wondered exactly what we meant. Well, look no further than our Bay Braid to offer up a perfect explanation!

 

Bay Braid from Gentle Souls in Black

Bay Braid in Black

 

This fun twist on the classic ballerina flat is lined with our soft and supple deerskin leather, creating a uniquely lightweight shoe. Don’t be fooled though, you won’t be feeling every bump on the sidewalk that comes your way! We’ve utilized our displaceable solid technology to create multiple layers from the foot-bed to the sole, ensuring the ultimate protection and comfort for your feet! Take a look for yourselves at the (not so) secret to our soles!

 

Displaceable Solid Technology

Our patented Displaceable Solid Technology, the secret to our soles!

 

Sturdy and stylish, the Bay Braid sports a playful look with elastic criss-crossing straps that hug your foot for added support and style. This casual ballerina flat has lateral and medial flaxseed arch support to stabilize the foot, while side-flex panels offer breathability and the perfect fit.

 

Bay Braid in black by Gentle Souls Shoes

Bay Braids' stylish detailing!

 

Finally, the treaded rubber out-sole provides you with ultimate in flexibility and shock absorption! Keep it casual, or dress it up, the Bay Braid offers versatility in either Black (shown above) or Antique Pewter!

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