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Thursday, July 16, 2015

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It's no secret ( heck, it's even in the title of this blog ), I love high heels! A few years back, when I started earning a bit of money after my Ph.D., the dams of self-restraint were broken! :-P


Going into shoe shops, ordering online ( I'm looking at you, Zalando! ), I've bought so many shoes... even shoes that did not really fit well and I've kept them just because they looked so pretty, gorgeous and sexy.


And yes, some will say.. heels are not supposed to be comfortable, but I disagree. Sure, sneakers and flip-flops are always easier to walk in than heels, but I know I have pumps/sandals/boots with a 4 or 5 inch heel that allow me to walk in them for a full day. So, it is possible!


Thus, when I ordered these three pairs of strappy heels, I was determined to only be satisfied if the heels were a 100% comfortable from the moment I put my feet in them. ;-)


To my sadness, the white-black and the all-black heels did not fit completely right, they were just a tad too big. A smaller size would probably be too tight. So, I did the unthinkable.. I sent those two pairs back!


What do you think? Should I have kept them? Or do you agree that it's better to send back shoes that don't fit a 100%?


It was also a day that I decided not to be lazy and I painted my toes. Probably could have done a much better job, but I'm not a pro! :-P 


The last video was of me at the campus of the Rotterdam Erasmus University. There is some extra material where it looks like I'm being stalked as I come out of the library. :-P






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59 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 16, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    I love the heels!!
    xx
    Mademoiselle Coconath
    http://mllecoconath.com

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  2. КаринаJuly 16, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Perfect look, amazing details!))
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  3. TijanaJuly 16, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    great post :) Have a nice day!

    http://itsmetijana.blogspot.com/

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  4. awhiteJuly 16, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Even though they were really cute, if they didn't fit, they'd probably end up hurting your feet. Probably best to send 'em back. :)

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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    1. JOURNAL OF STYLEJuly 21, 2015 at 10:47 AM

      I've thought the same! Fantastic strappy heels collection you have, Natassia! I wish I've had them all! LOL Those are the best ones to make legs look longer! ;)) Love the photos, great job!!

      xxx Ira
      JOURNAL OF STYLE / BLOGLOVIN

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  5. UnknownJuly 16, 2015 at 4:45 PM

    So many choices! Can't go wrong with any.
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  6. Shannon RiceJuly 16, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    They are very pretty shoes, but you definitely made the right decision...it's always a good idea to send them back when they don't fit! I'm also loving those black strappy ones! Gorgeous!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

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  7. MushroomStewJuly 16, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    I am loving that B&W striped pair in the middle! So chic but versatile enough to go with everything!!

    Sed Bona

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  8. SelmaJuly 16, 2015 at 6:51 PM

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  9. queenhorsfallJuly 16, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    love all of them!

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  10. UnknownJuly 17, 2015 at 2:12 AM

    Amazing Heels! My Favorite are black Heels <3
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  11. fashchroniclesJuly 17, 2015 at 3:19 AM

    I love everything! I picked the same styles for my bridal shoes too. Too bad not all fit you well :)

    xo,
    Abby of Life in the Fash Lane

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  12. Bash HarryJuly 17, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    Ermergerd, your heel collection is giving me so much envy! I want all of them, and I'm only starting to wear heels! Haha!

    xx Bash | Bash Says Hey | bloglovin'

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  13. AishaJuly 17, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    Yeah... maybe not the black one ! x

    www.aishettina.blogspot.it

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  14. stylstynkaJuly 17, 2015 at 10:13 AM

    WOW! I like everything :)
    Kisses, stylstynka :*

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  15. UnknownJuly 17, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    I think it's a good idea to send back shoes that don't fit! All the shoes featured are beautiful though!

    Prudence
    www.prudencepetitestyle.com

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  16. the chilicoolJuly 17, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    Great heels, they are amazing!

    Alessia
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  17. Dash of Fash and FinanceJuly 17, 2015 at 3:20 PM

    Hi I enjoy beautiful things too so I can understand if you decide to keep shoes...but if you don't then that's more shoes you can buy:) Either way enjoy your heels and you have amazing legs!Good day

    Http://tinytiffs.blogspot.com

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  18. Ivana SplitJuly 17, 2015 at 5:34 PM

    It was the right decision to send those heels that were not completely comfortable back! Besides, you still have one pair that you're satisfied with so that's good...and you have more space in your closet for heels that will be comfortable.

    I do think it is possible to find heels that suit us and that we can walk all days in...Personally, flats hurt my bag and I can't even wear them. I can wear sneakers, but not flat shoes. I think we are all creatures of habits...if we wear heels often, our legs and ankles become used to them and we feel good wearing them. That being said, it is probably not a good idea walk in stilettos for hours without end....and I do have to admit I have a few pair of heels that are not comfortable at all! but I have even more pairs of heels that are a joy to walk in.

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  19. Ivana SplitJuly 17, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    flats hurt by back*
    sorry for the typos, I've stopping drinking coffee and tea and it's not working well for me:) my braid doesn't work at all:)

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    1. NatassiaJuly 23, 2015 at 10:43 AM

      Both tea and coffee?! That would also not be good for my brain! :-P

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    2. Ivana SplitJuly 23, 2015 at 11:35 PM

      and also when I'm typing on my cell, I make even more typos....this one was quite funny ---braid instead of a brain:)

      yes, I've started some alternative medicine treatment so I had to go cold turkey on both tea and coffee....it is so hard!!! I love both so much and it would be so much easier if I could have at least one...but fortunately, I will only do it for another month.

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  20. Gabriela KogutJuly 17, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    Love your heels ;) send them back, they will only hurt your feet..

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  21. OlgaJuly 17, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    They are all so beautiful!! Difficult choice! I hope you will visit my blog!

    http://www.lostindaydreams.com/

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  22. UnknownJuly 18, 2015 at 5:57 AM

    such cute heels! Love them! <3 <3

    Bethany
    Kiss Me Darling
    www.kissmedarlingblog.com

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  23. Carmen VarnerJuly 18, 2015 at 7:01 AM

    I never buy shoes online after buying too many of the wrong size. I am loving your strappy heel collection. :]

    // ▲ itsCarmen.com ▲

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  24. UnknownJuly 18, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    wow. such beautiful shoes here

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  25. Fashionably IduJuly 18, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    Great idea to send them back. Nothing worse than uncomfortable shoes. These are very pretty tho and you look so fab!

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  26. Worldfashionstyleeve.plJuly 18, 2015 at 2:32 PM

    Beautiful Shoes :) ❤

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  27. NotJessFashionJuly 18, 2015 at 8:19 PM

    GUILTY! everyone gets a little crazy about shoes. i think its good that you sent it back. money is money and you really should get the bang for your buck :)


    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  28. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 5:14 AM

    HELLO SEXINESS! LOVE THIS POST!
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  29. MaddlennJuly 19, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    dress,shoes <3

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  30. Fashion PetiteJuly 19, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    I'm also a shoeaddict! Beautiful heels!
    xoxo Lynda
    http://fashion-petite.blogspot.com/

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  31. SandiciousJuly 19, 2015 at 2:21 PM

    amazing heels!:)
    Sandicious

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  32. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 3:56 PM

    Amazing post dear!

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  33. StyleofblondeJuly 19, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    I love the silver heels, they are gorgeous!

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  34. BEAUTYEDITER.COM – Beauty BlogJuly 19, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    Lovely. Happy Monday dear! :)

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  35. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 10:39 PM

    Absolutely amazing pictures, hun

    xx

    Nicoleta || http://reinventyourself.guide

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  36. KatiesJuly 19, 2015 at 11:16 PM

    I Love black sandals:D<3

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  37. UnknownJuly 19, 2015 at 11:33 PM

    I love heels as well, the higher the better but nowadays I do pay attention to comfort as well. Imagine going to a fun latin party and not being able to dance because you feet hurt in your beautiful heels I've been there :( If you didn't feel comfortable in them, sending them back was the best!
    Have an amazing week beautiful!
    Xo
    www.cositas.org

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  38. TanyJuly 19, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    I think you did the right thing,... I can't bear wearing shoes that don't fit 100% right, my feet don't take it.
    Thanks for your lovely comment,
    Tany et La Mode

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  39. UnknownJuly 20, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    Yeah your right you probably should send them back, I've kept loads of shoes just because I love them though. The white and black ones are lovely
    Lauren
    livinginaboxx | bloglovin

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  40. Unconventional SecretsJuly 20, 2015 at 8:06 AM

    love shoes!!!

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  41. UnknownJuly 20, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    Amazing shoes! Whant it all)

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  42. JJJuly 20, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    Love them all!! I would go for the silver ones!
    xx
    Dora
    www.BangsBang.com

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  43. BorkaJuly 20, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    Love this… beautiful heels doll!
    Have a rocking week!
    Borka
    www.chicfashionworld.com

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  44. AnonymousJuly 20, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    omg such beautiful heels. but I can understand you sent two back. if they're not comfortable there will come other nice ones. You have gorgeous legs! <3 xoxo Carina

    www.iammetalheart.com

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  45. UnknownJuly 21, 2015 at 4:23 AM

    Hello Natassia! Heels definitively look amazing on you and like you, I am also in love with them. All the heels you shared are gorgeous and I think you did the right thing sending the ones that you didn't find comfortable although I will admit that I own a few that are not comfortable at all but that I am definitively obsessed with and I chose to keep. Have an amazing week beautiful girl and I look forward to your next post! Take care! XOXO, Jeannette

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  46. strudelka111July 21, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    Mmm, great shoes! You are beautiful! :)

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  47. UnknownJuly 21, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    WOWW difficult choice :X My faves are the black heels, cause u can wear them with everything! Love the others too!
    xx
    cvetybaby.com

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  48. Anat KorenJuly 21, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    WOW!!!! Love your heels!!!!Have a lovely day <3


    http://anatkoren.blogspot.com/

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  49. http://mlglam.blogspot.com/July 21, 2015 at 10:55 PM

    Fantastic heels! Love it!
    Thank you for your visit on my blog!
    Monika

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  50. UnknownJuly 22, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    Amazing heels. Those black ones are just perfect! I pay much attention to comfort, though really high heels look soooooo cool.

    KATE&STUFF| Blog

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  51. nolabelsJuly 22, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    I definitely think you should send back shoes which do not fit! You can always find a better pair later on. That being said, I do adore your collection :)

    Velveteencockroach

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  52. Naturalne metodyJuly 22, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Amazing shoes;))

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  53. UnknownJuly 23, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    Too bad they didn't all fit perfectly. But you're right, it's better to send them back and move on the the (hopefully) perfect next pair. Even if you're loving them. It's a shame to just leave them dying in your closet ^^

    x Aurélie

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  54. ZuzanaJuly 24, 2015 at 4:57 AM

    WOW that is a stunning collection! ♥

    ♥ Hope you have a wonderful day! ♥

    THE KAWAII PLANET

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  55. Anne JenniferJuly 26, 2015 at 9:31 PM

    LOVE the black one !

    Anne Jennifer
    http://www.annejenniferc.com/2015/07/comme-une-envie-de-se-mettre-au-vert.html#more

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  56. UnknownAugust 12, 2015 at 11:18 PM

    beautiful shoes x
    www.glossylipz.com

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