https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:24:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70754 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:17:31 +0000 greenglove 70754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tam,<br /> I love those shoes but I would get them in a cognac color. I think you would look great in them. I do remember the blog and think I was among the few that liked them. I wonder about the comfort but have been meaning to try on a pair. I almost ordered these but DSW is terrible about returns and they are likely uncomfortable.<br /> <a href="http://www.dsw.com/dsw_shoes/catalog/product.jsp?index=86&#038;category=dsw11cat200028&#038;prodId=189745&#038;brand=" rel="nofollow">http://www.dsw.com/dsw_shoes/c.....038;brand=</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70748 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:37:34 +0000 yublocka 70748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the positive feedback. Still seriously considering them - have always wanted to try buying something from modcloth.com too. Angie I was sitting on the fence when you did your blog post. I did bookmark 2 of the pairs you pictured and the more I look at them, the more I like them. This could be a cheap way to experiment with this style. We'll see!!!</p> <p>As for the pants - a definite pass! They sure are amusing though!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70377 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 18:59:20 +0000 cciele 70377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no, I wasn't meaning to denigrate harem pants -- I think you should totally try them HannahC! I was just trying for a change of topic (from sandals to a bad example of harem pants). I love the look of harem pants, when done right.</p> <p>Hm, the pants do kinda look like bloomers, right? I guess bloomers would have the crotch where normal pants have them, and harem pants would have the lower crotch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70375 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 18:52:51 +0000 Angie 70375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello! Where were all of you when I virtually single handled defended this look on this blog post!!! </p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/04/29/new-shoe-the-sandal-bootie/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/04/.....al-bootie/</a></p> <p>I think HannaC chimed in support. Thank you! My opinion is the same. This look is fabulous if worn in the right way. Totally wish I could wear the look. Tam, go for it. </p> <p>I agree those harem pants are awful, cc. But I have challenged HannaC to try and get the RIGHT pair. I saw wonderful versions all over Israel worn stylishly and they REALLY worked in that location. Lucky HannaC for being on the cusp of fashion in Israel! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70373 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 18:37:12 +0000 HannahC 70373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, these pants are hysterical! Aren't they called "bloomers"? I mean, these appear to be long bloomers in floral patterns, er ... what to call them, I wonder? They still look like bloomers, though?</p> <p>And Cciele, what do you mean "speaking of harem pants"? Haven't you seen that Angie challenged me to try harem pants? I am still not mentally ready for that, but I am getting closer Those, on the other hand - I really hope nobody on this forum will challenge anybody else to wear them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70335 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:24:11 +0000 cciele 70335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, those sandals are really cute! You should totally get them, Tam.</p> <p>Now for something not to get (speaking of harem pants):<br /> <a href="http://g-images.amazon.com/images/G/01/Shopbop/pcs/media/images/products/eliet/eliet2011111838/eliet2011111838_prod_zoom_front_v1_m56577569831609179._SX201_.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://g-images.amazon.com/ima.....SX201_.jpg</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70316 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:57:26 +0000 Anonymous 70316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You can pull these of with fyling colors. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70315 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:39:10 +0000 HannahC 70315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tam, I love these sandals! Go get them (and wear them with your colorful bag ) Pictures please!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70287 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 04:52:15 +0000 Vani 70287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tam, I think you will carry off those shoes marvelously. Please post pictures if you do end up getting them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-70284 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 04:43:20 +0000 yublocka 70284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bumping.....or is my taste level so bad that is why no-one replied? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-69549 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:27:21 +0000 yublocka 69549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK I just saw these sandals on modcloth. I kinda really like them!</p> <p><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Shoes/South+Side+Sandals" rel="nofollow">http://www.modcloth.com/store/.....de+Sandals</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-69164 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:55:12 +0000 yublocka 69164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't mind the sandal booties at first, and I have to say the more pics I see, the more I am liking them! Would love to see some "live shots" on real people though. I'm hoping these'll be in shops here in a few months time come summer because I'm def. curious to try them on at the very least!!!</p> <p>As for harem pants, def. not for me. The idea of looking like Alladin is somewhat appealing however! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-68786 Sun, 31 May 2009 22:19:49 +0000 Maya 68786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I guess I just find the idea a bit too costume-like when you put all of these "ethnic" pieces together at once. Maybe I'm just not in the right cultural context.</p> <p>I actually remember someone posting clam-length harem pants on the forum not too long ago...but the picture was too dark so I asked her if she could take a picture with better lighting. I don't know if she ever did. She wore them with a blazer and heels, if I remember correctly. I think if harem pants must be worn, that's the way to do them. The rest of the outfit was very modern and structured. I might be able to accept them in that context.</p> <p>I do like the look of jodhpur-like pants, though they would probably look ridiculous on me. Are they more along those lines? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-68757 Sun, 31 May 2009 19:37:44 +0000 HannahC 68757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Angie, I know, I was just kidding! And I also remember your change of heart about the skinny jeans!</p> <p>BTW, I think harem clamdiggers look better than harem full-length pants. Somehow, the clamdiggers look almost like a bubble knee-length skirt. Hmmm ... now I really must try them on and take a picture. I am afraid I won't do them justice, though - believe me, they truly looked great on that woman I saw recently!</p> <p>Maya, your Aladdin reference cracks me up! Or else you can wear harem pants with regular gladiators and imagine that you are indeed in a harem </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-68754 Sun, 31 May 2009 19:25:12 +0000 Angie 68754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wait ladies! I have to set the record straight. I am always consistent with what I say about fashion and style. If I have had a change of heart – I blog about it (like I did with skinny jeans three years ago – remember that?) So this is how it is:</p> <p>o I mentioned in my Tel Aviv post that harem pants work well in certain geographical locations. I had to see it in action on the street on fabulous Israeli women to believe it. HannahC lives in Israel – that’s why I’m encouraging her.</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/05/01/tel-aviv-street-style-ethnic-casual-at-its-best/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/05/.....-its-best/</a></p> <p>o Stirrup leggings got my thumbs up immediately. But others are weary. </p> <p>o I was drawn to sandal booties from the start, but sadly few others approved. </p> <p> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/04/29/new-shoe-the-sandal-bootie/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/04/.....al-bootie/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-68753 Sun, 31 May 2009 19:24:36 +0000 Maya 68753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I remember when Angie first blogged about harem pants neither she nor anyone else seemed to have positive things to say about them so I'm just curious as to what caused this change of heart? Stirrup leggings were only discussed recently and were received relatively warmly, even though they're not mainstream.</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2008/11/17/harem-pants-the-rise-of-the-low-crotch/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2008/11/.....ow-crotch/</a></p> <p>I am not fond of harem pants or sandal booties. I can't even imagine combining the two, unless you're Aladdin. But I will try and keep an open mind and see how your pics turn out first! My Middle Eastern half is trying to be more accepting, but I'm afraid isn't being so successful right now. Maybe I am just not as fashion forward as I like to think. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals/page/2#post-68752 Sun, 31 May 2009 18:44:44 +0000 HannahC 68752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya, harem pants became YLF-approved together with stirrup leggings And sandal booties too :)</p> <p>OK, at the very least I am going to try them on and take a picture. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68751 Sun, 31 May 2009 18:43:07 +0000 HannahC 68751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fourkidstoo, the Kaya sandals are sold in Haifa in "Yulia" store. It is on the first floor of the "Grand Kanyon" mall. This where I got mine </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68750 Sun, 31 May 2009 18:27:33 +0000 fourkidstoo 68750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much. My friend lives in Haifa. Are these store there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68746 Sun, 31 May 2009 18:05:11 +0000 Maya 68746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wait a second! When did harem pants become YLF approved?! Did I miss something? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68745 Sun, 31 May 2009 17:34:02 +0000 Angie 68745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I saw that look sported in Israel too, HannaC! Very fab. It TOTALLY works in Israel with the sandal booties. </p> <p>I am challenging you to get clamdigger length harem pants! They completely suit your lifestyle and geographical location. Casual, cool, breezy and edgy. Hubby *might* get used to the idea especially since you'll be in good company. At least TRY them! For me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68744 Sun, 31 May 2009 17:02:03 +0000 HannahC 68744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I am hijacking my own thread, but I just had to share: the new popular style here is harem clamdiggers (I mean, harem pants at the clamdigger length). I just saw a woman wearing them with an edgy top, and she looked absolutely stunning!<br /> I saw those harem pants in the store, and was sorely tempted to try them on - they are jersey, hence looked extremely comfortable, and came in beautiful colors. But my husband wouldn't approve ...<br /> Oh, and sandals booties are everywhere in the stores here.<br /> Please take pictures next time!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68736 Sun, 31 May 2009 16:36:59 +0000 Angie 68736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just have to say that I saw three women wear sandal booties on the streets of Seattle last week and they looked FABULOUS: </p> <p>1. With black harem pants<br /> 2. With skinny jeans<br /> 3. With a Grecian dress</p> <p>Wish I had taken pictures :0( </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68705 Sun, 31 May 2009 07:10:37 +0000 HannahC 68705@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Fourkidstoo (I wonder, "too" like who else?)! Cute nickname! Kayas are sold in "Gazit" stores and in "Yulia" stores. I don't think they have their own stores. And they don't sell over the Internet (such a missed retail opportunity!). Which city you friend lives in? I can guide her in Haifa Regardless, the safest bet should be to go to a large mall - both "Gazit" and "Yulia" stores are usually located at malls. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-68686 Sun, 31 May 2009 04:19:28 +0000 fourkidstoo 68686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi,<br /> I got a pair of Kaya a few years ago and love them. I asked my friend in Israel to find me another pair but does not no where to go. Where did you find them? I searched the internet in America and Israel and you are the only link to Kaya sandals. Thanks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-64206 Thu, 07 May 2009 08:10:46 +0000 HannahC 64206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah,</p> <p>No, they feel like slippers for all practical purposes. Driving is absolutely fine in them. I once used to have 4'' platforms (similar style, just higher platform), and indeed it was hard to drive in them. Maybe 3'' is the limit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-64123 Wed, 06 May 2009 18:20:49 +0000 Sarah 64123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are those hard to drive in? I have a pair of Coach platform sandals and it's really hard to drive. Of course mine are about 4". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-64122 Wed, 06 May 2009 18:13:26 +0000 HannahC 64122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Patience and San - exactly! The platform and not much difference toe-heel is really great for walking (and the additional bonus of hemming my jeans for heels is great too). I don't wear them as dressy sandals, though - I have other (less comfortable) options for when I am dressing up. </p> <p>Sarah - I love the sandals you posted, but notice the huge difference between the heel and the toe height. I am not saying they won't be comfortable, but they will surely feel different from my sandals (which feel almost like flats).</p> <p>Anne - well, I was really curious too, and a web search gave me the number 5'4.1'' for Israeli women. I am pretty sure my generation is taller, though.</p> <p>Hmmm ... maybe I should get in touch with "Kaya" marketing department and let them know that there is an interest in their sandals abroad (just kidding). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-64101 Wed, 06 May 2009 16:43:52 +0000 Anonymous 64101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also am surprised that the average American woman is not taller.<br /> I love platform shoes because you get the height without the high heel. Even though I am 5'8" I would like to get a pair of platform sandals because then I would have all my good jeans hemmed for heels and I could wear the more comfy platforms with the same jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mainstream-israeli-sandals#post-64096 Wed, 06 May 2009 15:52:59 +0000 anne 64096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is interesting re height. I wonder what the average Aussie women is...<br /> Well I just did a bit of ( not what I would call accurate) web research and it said 5" 4.5. This makes me at 5"4 almost average. (I think though, that among my own generation, the average would be higher) </p>