
Between the ankle strap and kitten heel, slingbacks are about as ladylike as your shoe game can get. If you’re thinking you’ve already seen a pair or two among the fashion crowd, you’re not wrong — and you can most likely thank Dior and Chanel for that. It-girls everywhere are now obsessing over the pretty silo (proof here, here, and here), and we’re certain it’ll be popping up all over fashion week come September as well. Want to get ahead of the curve? Shop our picks below that are equal parts comfy and trendy for fall 2017.
River Island Black Patent Bow Slingback Shoes
Sam Edelman Ludlow Slingback Pump
Aquazzura Powder Puff 45 Pumps
Ganni Sabine Leopard Print Suede Slingbacks
Manolo Blahnik Carolyn Tweed Low-Heel Halter Pump
& Other Stories Kitten Heel Pumps
Marni Leather Slingback Kitten Heels
Paul Andrew Rhea Suede Slingback Pumps
Tibi Lea Leather Slingback Pumps
Zara Embroidered Velvet Slingback Shoes
Back in January, we introduced you to a feel-good cause to inspire your New Year's resolution: a walking challenge to help raise funds for the amazing cancer fighters at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I took part in the challenge with the Brit + Co team and ended up walking 105+ miles in January — it was awesome.
This spring, there's a new challenge on the horizon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Big Climb. The ask: On May 15, 2021, you can step up to take cancer down by committing to climb 1,311 steps, walking 3.2 miles, or doing 440 chair step-ups at home as part of the Big Climb. If you need some motivation to bring movement back into your daily routine — look no further!
As always, it's free to sign up, but climbers are encouraged to set a fundraising goal to help beat cancer. We'll be organizing another Brit + Co team to step up, and I hope you'll join us too! Keep scrolling for a peek at where I'll be completing the challenge in my Los Angeles neighborhood around the hidden Silver Lake Stairs. Happy climbing!
Never underestimate the power of an accountability buddy! I asked my in-laws, my partner, and a few friends to join me so we can keep each other motivated and accountable in completing the challenge — virtual high-fives all around! Also, my dog Fox is a great climber, too.
An aesthetically pleasing backdrop is a huge motivator for me! I'm fortunate to have all sorts of painted steps around my neighborhood to keep the challenge interesting, but you can also keep cool inside with at-home chair step-ups.
Don't forget to share your progress on social — #BigClimb!
Feel free to break the challenge up if you need to by tackling half the distance in the AM and half at sunset. Here's me 1,311 steps later and ready for a break — but, think I earned this one!
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