Some people wear shoes to walk, some wear shoes to complete an outfit, while I have increasingly come to love a third kind, putting on a pair of shoes and suddenly feeling like I have a whole new mood. Recently, the shoes that gave me this feeling are from BOBBIES PARIS.
I didn’t specifically fly to Paris, nor did I drink coffee by the Seine or stroll along the Left Bank in a French trench coat. But somehow, when I put on each of these three pairs of shoes, I felt like I had really gotten a little closer to the everyday life of a Parisian girl.
They don’t make my outfit look like a French-inspired look carefully prepared just for taking photos. Instead, it feels more like this – I casually put on a shirt and a pair of jeans, then put on the shoes, and suddenly realize that I somehow look more stylish than I did before.
BOBBIES is a Parisian footwear and leather goods brand. I really like its approach of combining Parisian aesthetics with an emphasis on footwear quality and comfort. So this time, I want to talk about my three favorite pairs from the perspective of someone who actually wears shoes, rather than simply introducing the brand.
BOBBIES PARIS Gigi Barolo: Burgundy Is a Little Bit of Romance I Secretly Add to Everyday Life
The first time I saw these shoes, I was immediately drawn to them. The burgundy color, pointed toe, bow, slingback design, and slight heel instantly had me imagining outfits to wear with them.
Design Highlights
What I like about the BOBBIES PARIS Gigi Barolo is its “effortlessly refined” feeling without trying too hard. These BOBBIES PARIS Gigi Barolo shoes are mid-heel slingbacks with a 4.5 cm heel. They feature a relatively slender pointed-toe silhouette, along with a beautiful bow detail on the upper.
I especially like the 4.5 cm heel height. It is just the right height for me. It is not the kind of high heel that exists simply to make you look taller, but rather one that subtly changes my posture and the line of my legs without making me look overly formal.
I used to think that bows could easily look too sweet, but the bow on these shoes does not feel childish at all. Instead, because of the pointed toe and slingback design, it has a little more mature femininity.
Material and Texture
I really love the color, a wine inspired burgundy with a strong fall and winter feel, making it perfect for styling in early fall. The suede material also slightly tones down the presence of the burgundy, making it feel softer.
Comfort and Style: I’m Happy to Walk a Little More Slowly in These
The 4.5 cm mid heel is a height that feels relatively easy for me to handle. I would save these shoes for days when I don’t need to rush, such as going to a cafe in the afternoon, shopping, visiting an exhibition, or having dinner with friends in the evening. I really enjoy the feeling of wearing heels without any pressure.
My Styling: Burgundy + Snake Print or Brown Toned Skirts
I think this combination has a particularly “old money” feel, while still not looking too deliberate.
BOBBIES PARIS Carry Passion Black: Black Ballet Flats Are Something I’ll Never Feel I Have Too Many of in My Wardrobe
If the first pair represents “a slightly more romantic version of me,” then the second pair is the one that feels closest to my everyday self. I have always had a strange obsession with black ballet flats. I already have many pairs of black shoes in my wardrobe, but every time I see a pair of black ballet flats with a beautiful silhouette, I still think, “Okay, I think I need these too.” And this time, BOBBIES PARIS Carry Passion Black convinced me once again.
Design Highlights: Square Toe + Bow Make a Classic Feel More Modern
What attracts me most about these shoes is that they are not made in the traditionally very rounded ballet-flat shape. They feature a square toe, while the upper maintains a very clean silhouette. The small bow at the front adds a touch of softness to the overall shape.
Material and Texture: Black Lambskin Looks Better and Better Over Time
These shoes feature a lambskin upper, leather lining, and leather sole. I really like the softness that lambskin provides. Especially with black leather, if the upper is too stiff, it can easily look a little too business-like. But this leather texture makes the black feel much softer and more relaxed. When I first saw them, I even had the feeling that “these shoes should look better and better with time.”
Comfort and Style: These Are the Kind I’d Take Out Every Day
The most practical advantage of these shoes for me is that they are not restricted to any particular occasion while still being fashionable. They also allow me to maintain a comfortable and effortless pace throughout the day. I feel that makes them very worthwhile.
My Styling: Black Ballet Flats + Retro Flared Jeans
My favorite way to wear them is with long jeans, a pair of dark blue retro-style flared jeans, a black k nit top, and these black ballet flats. This is the kind of outfit I feel is almost impossible to get wrong. It is simple, but never boring.
This is also something I pay close attention to when buying shoes myself. Especially with ballet flats, I try to make sure I get the right size, because the height of the instep and the shape of your feet can affect the actual wearing experience.
BOBBIES PARIS Lana Milk: This Is the Pair I Would Take With Me When Traveling
If the first two pairs respectively represent “romance” and “elegance,” then this one represents the most relaxed side of my life. A pair of cream white sneakers.
I think everyone should have a genuinely good looking pair of white sneakers in their wardrobe. Not for working out, but for those days when “I just don’t want to think too much.”
Design Highlights: I Like How Clean They’ve Made These Sneakers
My first impression of the BOBBIES PARIS Lana Milk was simply how clean they look. The upper is cream white, paired with a simple lace-up design, while the sole has a subtle natural light tone. They don’t have a strong sporty visual impact. I would rather think of them as a pair of everyday shoes that can fit seamlessly into an entire wardrobe.
Material and Texture: Cream White Works Better With My Wardrobe Than Pure White
I personally am a little picky about pure white shoes. When they are too white, they can feel a little harsh to me. But the Milk cream-white shade is completely different. It has a much softer feeling. This pair also doesn’t completely separate sneakers from fashion shoes. I can use them for walking, and I can also use them to complete an outfit. That is one of the things I like about BOBBIES PARIS.
Comfort and Style: This Is the Pair I’m Most Willing to Take Out
If I had to choose one pair out of the three for traveling, I would choose this one without hesitation. When I travel, I don’t have that much patience. And I definitely don’t want to wear a pair of shoes that I can barely walk in just for the sake of taking a photo. I want to be able to put them on in the morning and keep wearing them until evening.
I especially love the effortless feeling that white sneakers bring. For example, if I wear a long trench coat, the look might otherwise feel a little mature, but once I switch to these sneakers, the whole outfit immediately feels more relaxed and youthful.
My Styling: White Sneakers + a Long Trench Coat Is the Most Foolproof Combination in My Mind
If I imagine myself wearing these BOBBIES PARIS Lana Milk sneakers and walking around Paris all day, this is how I would style them:
A white T-shirt layered under a khaki or oatmeal-colored long trench coat, finished with these cream-white sneakers.
If I Were Choosing Based on My Own Styling Needs:
For romance and femininity: I would choose Gigi Barolo.
For elegance and versatility: I would choose Carry Passion Black.
For comfort, travel, and everyday wear: I would choose Lana Milk.
So in the end, I would still keep all three pairs in my own “Paris fantasy.” One pair gives me a little more romance when I walk, one gives me a little more refinement in everyday life, and one allows me to keep walking without any burden.
