"This collection represents me: fashion-forward, fun
and approachable." - Hough (Nordstrom.com)
I love shoes! Yup, they are pretty awesome and there is no denying it. From platforms, ballerina flats, and wedges to the infamous stilettos, shoes are a woman's fashion staple. Even if you are a girl who doesn't like shoe's you still have to wear something on your feet, so in a way your still supporting the very thing you many not necessarily love. Point is, our feet need a pretty accessory as much as our wrists or neck lines do. Wearing the perfect pair of shoes is vital at times. They can bring your outfit together in a way you never expected. 'Safe Haven' actress, Julianne Hough, is proving exactly that with her recent collaboration alongside Sole Society. The blonde beauty has created a shoe line representing her own chic style paired up with the convenience and comfort that a girls feet yearns for. The line includes an array of styles such as booties, sandals, and flats. Each of which, may I add, aren't terribly priced. They are quite reasonable compared to other celebrity inspired foot wear. The styles start at just $49.95. Hough and Sole Society launched the new shoes on February 11th of this year and will continue to release five new creations, in 36 select Nordstrom stores, as well as online, each month until July 2013. Famed designer, Vince Camuto, will be apart of the designing and manufacturing process. Not to be biased because I adore miss Hough like sunshine on a Spring day, I went to Nordstrom to check out these shoes myself. When I arrived I was a little put off because there was no table specifically assigned for the line. Instead they were spread through out the shoe department which made it difficult for I, the customer, to find them. I blame the store for this mishap because that was badly done and very confusing. When I finally found them, after walking in circles about three times, I began to inspect. Of course the only style out of the collection that I discovered was the 'Addy' T-strap flat in all three featured colors Citrine/French Taupe, Cuban/Black Sand, and Rosa/Rose
Gold. The 'Addy' shoe was adorable with a sort of 1940's flare to them. Each one, because of their differing hues, could be used for a a variety of reasons or events. For example the Cuban/Black Sand one is a little more formal and business like than my favorite which is the more gutsy and fun Citrine/French Taupe. Over all though, for the price they are asking, the quality of the shoe is pretty good. The straps seem sturdy and the design, sophisticated. So far I like what I see and definitely plan on adding a pair to my shoe hungry closet.
Other Styles From the Collection
'Maddi' Bow Flat in Midnight/Crema
$49.95
Photo Credit: Nordstrom Media Kit
‘Gianna’ mid-heel with ankle-strap sandal in Bermuda Pink
$59.95
Photo Credit: Nordstrom Media Kit
‘Makenna’ criss-cross zipper sandal in Tangerine Tango
$69.95
Photo Credit: Nordstrom Media Kit
When one thinks of Nicholas Sparks, the image of Rachel McAdams running in a blue dress and pouring rain, while effortlessly jumping onto Ryan Gosling's perfectly formed body and wait for it... KISSING him, seems to always come to mind. Well, for me at least. Except when I think of it, I'm the one jumping onto him, without the running though, because I am a terrible runner. Point is, it is hard not to connect a name like Nicholas Spark without thinking of some of the most epic love stories ever and the hot stars that portray his characters. Channing Tatum (Dear John), Zac Efron (The Lucky One), Liam Hemsworth (Last Song), and the lovely girls who fall for them such as Amanda Seyfreid (Dear John), would be some of the big names who have circled the "I love you and only you" drain. So when word got out, (I follow Julianne Hough's Instagram religiously), that she was filming the new Nicholas Sparks based movie 'Safe Haven', I was pretty excited. That's an understatement by the way. Let's just say I had a Tom Cruise moment and jumped on my couch because conveniently I was sitting on one at the moment when I made the discovery. Why the thrill and much anticipation? Well, with the always sexy Josh Duhamel on board for this love and tears filled fest of a film as well, it's a pretty great match!
Yup, with these two as the lead characters, Katie (Hough) and Alex (Duhamel), 'Safe Haven' is sure to be a hit among girls, and I'd like to think some guys, everywhere.
From what we know so far, the film is based around Hough's characters, Katie, who seeks solace from a mysterious, and possibly dangerous past, in the town of Southport, North Carolina. It is there which Katie meets Alex (Duhamel), a widower and father of two, and surprise surprise falls for him, while facing her own tragic secrets.
So what do Hough and Duhamel feel about their new film together? According to their online chat, hosted by Shutterfly, they took the time to speak to fans and bloggers a like. Hough replied that she felt "honored" to be apart of such an amazing franchise. "I've always been a fan of Nicholas Sparks. A Walk to Remember is my favorite novel/movie. To be a part of one of his films is a huge honor. It's very exciting!"- Hough
From Left to Right- Nicholas Sparks, Julianne Hough, and Josh Duhamel
Photo Credit: The Hollywood Reporter
As for preparing for such fan based roles... "I had spoken to Nicholas before we started shooting to see if there was anything specific that he wanted me to do, but then I tried to interpret Katie in my own way as much as I could." - Hough
Besides, Julianne, Duhamel also dived right into his role working "very hard" in finding how he was going to approach the role of Alex. "We worked very hard on really hard on expanding who he was in the book. Nicholas, Lasse & I really worked on figuring out what makes Alex tick. Nicholas encouraged me to take risks & to make him my own & not just a guy who always does & says the right; but a real human who isn't perfect but only wants the best for his family." -Duhamel
Seriousness aside, the two were also able to have fun on set while trying to create that onscreen chemistry that everyone can't wait to witness. Turns out that sometimes filming a flirty scene is more funny than sexy. Which scene was like that? Well the one where Julianne says"Check out my floors." as a pick up line. "The scene where I'm basically asking him to "come in" and check out my floors, I'm hitting on him. I hope they put some of the outtakes on the DVD." -Hough
Hough (Right) and Duhamel get wacky during filming.
Photo Credit: Examiner.com
With all the romantic bliss though, funny or not, it 's hard to think that men may want to consider paying money to go see this movie. Our leading man buries those assumptions and with a couple weeks to go, he's pretty ecstatic about the films premise as well as what it will do for everyone. "I'm very excited because this is everything that people expect and more from a movie like this. It's a beautifully shot movie, it's an honest story about two people who have a second and it has a real sense of danger that I haven't seen in a Nicholas Sparks movie. It's as much a thriller as it is a love story. It's definitely not just a "chick-flick."-Duhamel
Being that the film was a supposed blast to make, did the casts onscreen love for each other transcend off screen as well? You bet ya...especially when it came to the Josh's scripted children, Noah Lomax and Mimi Kirkland. Julianne had an especially sweet bond with Mimi and still keeps in touch. "Yes, we do keep in touch! I got a Christmas cards from Mimi. My favorite part of everyday was when she would run up and wrap her arms and legs around me and tell me that she missed me, even though it had only been 10 minutes" - Hough
Co-star's Mimi Kirkland (Left) and Julianne Hough have some fun while taking a break from filming on set.
Photo Credit: Google.com/Images
Plus, Julianne and Duhamel were friends before filming, thanks to his gorgeous wife Black Eyed Pea's lead songstress Fergie.
When it comes to fashion and sense of style. These two don't shy away from a well put together ensemble. Now with the movie hitting theaters in a couple of weeks on Valentines Day, Duhamel and Hough have been on their best fashion behavior while working their press tour for the film.
Duhamel and Hough while attending the premiere in Toronto
Photo Credit: BecauseI'mFabulous.com
Their style on the Red Carpet is very different from their plaid shirts and beige shorts wearing characters from 'Safe Haven'. They represent their casually dressed movie while attending the premiere in Toronto, Canada with a fancier and chicer approach. Would you really expect anything less from these hotties?
Julianne was pretty in pink while donning this Zimmermann dress paired with YSL Tribtoo suede pumps.
Josh made Justin Timberlake proud while wearing nothing but a suit and tie. He sported a grey suit to the premiere along with a skinny tie.
Hopefully, 'Safe Haven' will turn out to be another hit in Nicholas's Spark's career. Besides, I need a new a epic love scene to ponder over shamelessly in class.
Make sure to catch 'Safe Haven' when it hits theaters everywhere February 14th! Here's the trailer in case you haven't been swept away by it yet!
xoxo, Katie PS: Other Reasons for Me Wanting to Watch This
Main character has my name and is played by one of my favorite starlets JULIANNE HOUGH!
Main Characters, who has my name, gets to hook up with Josh Duhamel, a supreme hottie!
They live in an adorable town!
She uses a bike to get everywhere!
Yup...this movie was made for me. (I wish)
Sources Used: Shutterfly, Facebook, Fans of Q&A Chat on Facebook
