I have finally found my “Marant” style trainers. Say hello to the ASH Coolbis Wedge Trainer. It took me three attempts to find some I was happy with.
First I bought the black River Island versions here (the black is now sold out) which just did nothing for me at all. They are a steal at £40 tho and look fabulous in the navy and cream (my mate Karen rocks them), but the black… well they just looked super cheap on me. Returned.
Then I bought the Topshop Athlete ones here thinking they’d be easier to wear than the true “sneaker” type ones. WRONG. I must have tried them on 10+ times with multiple outfits and they just didn’t look nice with anything. Returned.
So I took a final chance and ordered the ASH Coolbis from Daniel Footwear online and was so impressed with a) their customer service (I made a boo boo during the ordering process and they sorted it asap) b) their delivery speed – I ordered a Wednesday night and they arrived the Friday lunchtime in Northern Ireland c) the trainers - ridiculously class. Sooo comfortable, really well made and just uber flattering. I think it’s the big chunky tongue, slims my ankle area where the others didn’t. Friends, we have a WINNER
I wore them today with footless tights, denim shorts from New Look, cobalt blue Zara vest and a cheap grey hoodie. Then we went to the beach, even though it was FREEZING and there wasn’t another sinner in sight.
That’s the great thing about kids tho, or maybe it’s just kids from Northern Ireland….. It can be phishing it down and you can suggest the beach and they’ll squeal with delight like it’s the height of Summer in Spain. They just don’t feel the cold. Hardy wee buggers. It must be all those potatoes.
The older boys did a bit of rockpooling while Noah and I built sandcastles. I need to work on my turrets…
I might not be able to feel my nose in this picture but I’m happy as a clam
Hope you all had a great weekend too xxx
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