The temperature is finally climbing, and I am ecstatic! The sun is shining in and around the Chicago area & we are actually going to see temperatures above 50 degrees today! In celebration, I’ve just ordered a pair of these cute “Rant” flats from Bobbi Blu.

Sure, they aren’t high fashion. No four inch heel or decorated wedge. I won’t be wearing them to the office, out on Friday night, or to church on Sundays, but I will definitely wear the heck out of them. I think they are adorable and so easy-breezy, just exactly what I was looking for to wear over Spring Break while hanging out with my kids, spending some time in my yard (if nature keeps supplying the warmth that is), and just enjoying some needed “Down” time.

The price is right and the look is so playful & fun, with very feminine elements like the bow, lace and print fabric uppers. Also available in Mustard & Taupe. $63 @ zappos.

Bobbi Blu Cute – Nice 3″ heel stacked wedge with woven & fabric uppers. I like the use of a hook-and-loop closure at the heel instead of a buckle. $92.95 @ zappos.

Bobbi Blu Madison – The “Madison” is a bold T-strap Pump with soft additions like the fabric at the peep toe and lace & bow on the vamp. $92.95 @ zappos.

Bobbi Blu Delora – The Delora is a sweet little slingback with floral fabric embellishments and scalloped trim. Adjustable strap with buckle on a 2 1/2″ heel. $92.95 @ zappos!

Bobbi Blu Paige – The Paige is an adorable peep toe wedge, available in Black or Brown. 2 1/2 inch wedge. Click here to see more photo’s & order!

Bobbi Blu Flare – The flare is a sweet square peep toe pump with fabric & leather detailing. Click here for more images & to order!

Bobbi blu Click – Cute Peep Toe’s in brown & black. The asymmetrical strap at the instep makes this heel office chic. Bold cutout’s at toe and adjustable strap with buckle make these peeps too fun to ignore! $82.95, click here to view more images and purchase!

Bobbi Blu Delicate – This is a chunky heeled Demi-Wedge, which obviously isn’t where the name “Delicate” derives from, it must be the twinkling gems on the toes and feminine bow details that cause this shoe to live up to its name. Available in Honey Canvas & Blue Canvas. $92.95, click here to view all photos and purchase!

Bobbi Blu Invite – Here is a shoe that is both trendy and comfortable! Metallic leather uppers, cute Mary Jane styling, and wonderful additions like the ruffle collar details around the footbed & stitched designs on the heels make these shoes just Too Good to pass by. Available in brown & Black. $82.95, click here to view more images and purchase.

Bobbi Blu Kassidy – The “Kassidy” is a lovely multi colored patchwork flat with luscious lace details. There is a lot going on with these peep-toe flats, be sure to click through and get a good look – just adorable! Available in Black or Tan. $78.95, click here to see more images & purchase.

Bobbi Blu Lola – Awesome & inspiring chunk heel T-straps, ultra trendy & stylish in a vintage kind of way. These are so girly & retro, a must have!! Shown above in Black & Tan. $92.95, Click here to see more pictures and purchase! The Lola shoe is also available in “Charcoal” at Shoemall – click here to see it!

Bobbi Blu Edith – Wow Factor!!! These are brilliant, simply brilliant. They take the T-strap design – make them satin, and add ruffles, button studs, ribbons, & bows and create a truly professional looking shoe that crosses over to “Party Girl” chic after 5pm. A MUST HAVE shoe! Available in Sage & Black- $82.95, Click here to see more pictures and purchase!

Bobbi Blu Unveil – The “Unveil” is a shoe from the Fall collection refashioned with this light gold color & metallic leather. Excellent look! $82.95, click here to see more images or purchase!

Bobbi Blu Donna – “Donna” is a simple vintage styled shoe that is both quaint and refreshing. It draws images in my mind of saddle oxfords, malt shops, and simpler times. Extra fashionable and oh so adorable, in that pure girlish way we all love. $82.95, buy them here.

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Bobbi Blu Stitch Flat – available in Dark Brown & Gold, $69.95 @ shoemall – Click here to view other color selections & order!

Is this a new Blu Shoe?? Sure is! The Luella features a detailed fabric and lace upper, side bow accent and a 3 1/2″ stacked wedge. Buy them now, $89.99 @ Journeys.

For those who haven’t heard of Bobbi Blu yet, I’ve written a few posts on them that you can find here. I like this wedge, it is typical of all the blu shoes, charming and quaint in a trendy adorable way. You’ll find this wedge at Journeys , Zappos & Amazon.

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I received a request from a wonderful blog reader named Reanna this past weekend. She is in love with the Bobbi Blu shoes, particularly the Booties, mary janes, and the Shooties (she’d settle for any pair) but Reanna is only 15 and cannot herself afford them, nor can she convince her mom to shuck out the $100 for them.

Reanna has asked if I could locate a close substitute or look-a-like bobbi blue shoe for under $50. Her mother has told her she will purchase the shoes – if they are under $50!

Well Reanna, I found a few different look a like shoes, the first is the Bullboxer Layla Boot found at Journeys for $49.99! I think they are very cute and definately have that Bobbi Blu vibe about them with the lace and safety pin accents.

This second option was also found at journeys, it is the Sarah-Jayne Maddie in black and sells for $39.99.

I would also suggest you take a peek at the Madden Girl shoes, they are not an exact match with the bobbi blu’s but are just as cute & trendy, plus they sell for between $35-$55 per pair. Below is the Veniice Pump ($39.99), G-Sassie Pump ($49.99), Skarlt ($55.95), the Wilaa ($50.95), and the G-Orbit ($31.99).

Sale shoes: Below are shoes on sale for around $50 that are a close match to the Bobbi blue look. They are the Kenzie shoes whose company also makes bobbi blu’s, so if you can locate Kenzies on sale, you won’t have an exact match – but you will get a similar shoe style and quality.

Kenzie Sugary Flat, Reg $69.95 at amazon, now on sale $48.99

Kenzie Field Mary Jane Pump – Regularly $79.95, now only $55.99 at amazon.

Kenzie Cobb Mary Jane – Was $79.95, Now $55.99 at amazon.

Good luck in your shoe search – drop me a line and let me know which pair you bought!!

Finish your look with a graceful boot that has a modern touch. Leather upper. Almond toe. Chain stitch detailing at vamp. Cute mary jane strap with button accent. Detailed stitching. Inside zip for easy entry. Covered heel. Lightly padded insole. Man-made purple outsole. Available in Grey, Dark Brown, and Black – $113.95 at Zappos.com.

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I’ve been getting a lot of traffic from people searching for the Bobbi Blu Shoes, so I decided to write an update post. I’ve searched all over online for the entire bobbi blu collection and found bits and pieces here and there.

You can find almost all the fall styles at ShoeMall. They must have just gotten them in stock over the last week, as I searched only a week ago for this collection!

Below are some pics of the shoes and prices. I’ll start with the shoe I’ve been searching so hard for … the Astria.

Editing to add: Zappos has just added the bobbi blu shoes to its inventory! Visit Zappos.com for the entire collection of Bobbi Blu Shoes!

Astria Pump – $89.95

My Favorite Bobbi Blu Shoe for Fall!

Awaken Mary Jane Pump – $79.95

Too Cool for School Girls!

Bobbi Blu Women’s Factory Pump – $99.95 SOLD OUT

Sweet Little Bootie Boot! This is available in Black or Brown.

Jordana Pump – $79.95

Are you sweet on this style??? I am.

CLICK HERE to see the FALL bobbi blu Collection at ShoeMall!

I like the look of the Bobbi Blu fall shoes, I think for moderately priced trendy shoes they are a Stand-Out, I simply wish they weren’t so difficult to find. From what I could tell from the Dillards and Buckle websites, a pair of Blu’s run around $70.

Here is the info about the collection from the PrimaRoyale website:

“Bobbi Blu is a collection of retro modern footwear that alludes to that sense of mystery that exists in every girl, in every woman. She is a style independent, funky, fresh, and always original.”

Well, that sounds like my kind of shoe – and by the looks of them, they probably are.

This first pair is the Required shoe by Bobbi Blu. Miss Vicki likes it very much.

This next is the Aromic, I’m lov’in it.

Check out the Astria, I adore this one. I like the vintage styling with the bow accent on the back, and the collar, I’m loving the collar – I want this shoe! If anyone can find it online, please post and let me know where I can purchase.

Next is the Halter, I like the ruffle combined with the buckles it makes this boot simply divine.

Last, I liked the Prior, Need I say more? Just look at the shoe… provided they wear as well as they show – I’m in love!

UPDATE! Thanks to an email from a reader, I now know that Bobbi Blu is a new collection from the designers at Kensie, from what I was told the Kensie Footwear Line is no more, to be replaced now with the Bobbi Blu Label. Thanks for the info – if anyone else has more info on Bobbi Blu or Kensie please email me at vicki at soleshebang.com!

Oh, and I’m still trying to find a store carrying the Astria, I just have to get this shoe!