Surf Ivy Tee from Beams Plus: Things I Want

Surfing and loafers... what's not to love. Via the recently announced collaborations between Mr. Porter and global brands comes this rockin' t-shirt from Beams Plus.

The collection for the retailer is called Surf Ivy (appropriate) and features a small selection of tees, chino shorts, and shirts.

You can get more info from the folks at Selectism, or directly from Mr. Porter.

Sunrise Loafers from Osborn Studio: Things I Want

I'm obviously on  a kick to ready my summer wardrobe... because when I saw these loafers from Osborn Studio I knew they'd fit right in. 


The yellow Riviera Club sweatshirt, a new pair of swim trunks, and these cotton silk screened shoes would be a great poolside look.


With the sun, palm tree, and water motif these lightweight slip-ons are perfect for warm weather + definitely add a little kick.

Check them out at Need Supply... 

Loafers from Gucci: Things I Want

The favorite shoe in my closet is a Gucci loafer I bought in Copenhagen way too many years ago. They're a fantastic caramel color, with the horse bit across the top. My shoe guy in L.A. used to lament that one day he wouldn't be able to clean, re-sole, or keep them in wearable shape... and I fear that time has come.

So I took a cruise through Mr. Porter and found these! While a little darker, and with a silver bit, they're still a great replacement shoe. I like the simple stitching and lightly rounded toe.

Adding these to my want list -- would be perfect for sockless summer days! Check out the rest of the Gucci offering at Mr. Porter.

Loafers from Billy Reid: Things I Have

I am always on the lookout for new shoes... and in the back of mind know that someday my beloved Gucci loafers will have their final days.

So when Billy Reid tweeted that there was a huge sale on their website, I quickly went over and took a look.

Found these loafers, which I thought were great for the dual texture -- a suede-like tongue, and the wingtip toe. While I think they're better suited to Spring, I want to get some use of them as we leave Summer and go into Fall.

Great addition to my closet and excited to wear 'em out!

Get over to the Billy Reid site and see what is on offer from his Fall collection...

Gucci Loafers: Things I Want

I know I've told this story before... but I have a pair of Gucci loafers that I bought at their store in Copenhagen. 8 years ago. Yes, these shoes have been with me all over the world and I love them. Whenever I take them in to be cleaned or re-soled, Sam (my shoe repair guru) tells me that one day he won't be able to fix them up... and I tell him I know.

So in preparation for that day, I think I'll take these gorgeous loafers from the Spring '11 collection. They're very similar to the ones I have, with the horse bit and a very simple design.

I love that these shoes have such simplicity yet are so stunning... they are definitely ones I want to add to my closet. Just don't tell my other shoes that they'll have to squeeze.

Go to Hypebeast to see these and other accessories for Spring.

Florsheim by Duckie Brown Wingtips: Things I Want

There are a pair of Gucci loafers I've had for almost 8 years. They are by far my favorite shoes and I continually take them into my local shoe repair to get them cleaned or re-soled. Sam (the owner of said shoe repair) warns me that one day he won't be able to fix them and I will have to just replace these amazing loafers that I've walked in all over the world.

So in an attempt to see what could be a viable replacement, I've started scouting shoes. I recently came across some items from the Florsheim by Duckie Brown collaboration, and have to say there were some good options! I've always enjoyed Duckie Brown's collections for their own label and their work with Florsheim is a great extension of that.

Of everything I saw, these laceless wings were my favorite. They come in a variety of colors but I'm partial to navy. I really like the detailing, keeping these like a traditional wingtip. But then they've left out the laces and put in an elastic tongue, which I think gives the shoe that subtle design pop.

You really should check out the rest of the collection (the brogues were also pretty awesome), here at the dedicated Florsheim by Duckie Brown website. Happy shoe hunting!