Huaraches are Mexican sandals with many narrow, interwoven straps. Over the past few seasons designers have incorporated the distinctive and interesting huarache strappy effect into modern sandals. You’ll see huarache design details on anything from mules and gladiators, to stacked heels, peep-toes and wedges. The overall look of the shoe is casual but the heeled versions look a little dressier.

They will work well if you have an earthy, bohemian and informal edge to your style. That’s not my look, which is why they’re not for me. Plus, multiple narrow strappy detailing on shoes is usually uncomfortable. But they can certainly be cute as part of the right boho ensemble.

There are several father’s day sales that are worth a look:

• Boden: 20% off plus Free Shipping and Free Returns through June 21.
• Macy’s: Save 20-50% through June 17.
• Saks Fifth Avenue: Up to 55% off until early July.
• Lucky Brand Jeans: $10 off Mens tops until June 21. And 15% off online on June 17 only.

Another one to note for the blokes is the Nordstrom Men’s Half Yearly Sale, which starts this Friday, June 19.

I love today’s fashions. There is an ever-widening assortment of wardrobe possibilities for all budgets. Still, I’d trade it all to see the following fashion eras make a comeback:

• The glamour of the late 50’s: I’m all over this look as a benchmark for ultimate style. Pencil skirt suits, pearls, all sorts of frocks and tailoring galore. Absolutely beautiful.
• Mod fashion of the early 60’s: My favourite fashion era of all time. I’d be happy to see anything worn by Twiggy or inspired by Andy Warhol back in stores today.

Sure, individual trends have returned and some of these items are available in stores if you look for them, but I’d love to see a total saturation for a couple of seasons. From a fashion and style point of view, I should have lived in the late 50’s and early 60’s. But I’d have to visit those eras in a time machine so that I can take along the inventions of Lycra and elastic. I CANNOT imagine wearing underwear sans stretch.

Part of my desire to go back to these eras is to relive a time when casual dressing was less the norm. Don’t shoot me. For the most part I embrace the fact that daily dress codes are more relaxed and that comfort is our number one priority. I couldn’t live without my jeans. But I guess I’m really bored with the aesthetics of casual attire. There are more ensemble possibilities when you add chic elements to your style.

Which fashion era are you dialing into your time machine?

Twiggy was our mod fashion queen of the 60’s. Painfully skinny, but fabulous all the same. Apart from the green tights, I’d wear all of these outfits (and I’ll take the puppies too).

I have pale skin that does actually change colour when exposed to the sun. It burns easily when unprotected, but turns a light shade of brown once the red has faded. I’m completely untanned because I wear sunblock and do not go on beach or pool vacations. This usually makes tan lines a non-issue.

But an unusually sunny and warm Spring in Seattle has left its mark. Although I don’t actively seek it out, I’m often in the sun because I walk our dogs and dash about outside every day. As a result I’ve developed an odd tan line across the top of my feet from wearing pumps and ballet flats. Hilarious. It’s not going to fade any time soon either because I’ll be sporting this type of shoe frequently until the end of September.

Oh well. I’m more than happy to sport two-toned feet if it means we get to keep our magnificent weather. I’ve also provided amusement when I take my shoes off in other people’s homes. It is what it is. Have you acquired any strange tan lines lately?