So, I’ve been scrolling, right? Just…you know, doing my usual doom-scrolling but, like, with a side of designer shoe lust. And Celine keeps popping up. Now, I’m not gonna lie, I’ve always been a bit… ambivalent about Celine. Phoebe Philo Celine? *Chef’s kiss*. Hedi Slimane Celine? A little too…rockstar-y for my taste, ya feel me? But the shoes? The shoes have been consistently catching my eye.
It’s like, they’ve got this thing going on where they’re both classic *and* edgy. Like, you could totally wear them with your grandma’s pearls but also with a ripped band tee. That’s some serious versatility, people. I saw something on Farfetch, some like, slingback situation, and I’m honestly considering selling a kidney for them. Kidding. Mostly.
And the thing is, you see those “Celine dupes” everywhere, right? Which, I guess, is a testament to how popular they are. But honestly, can a dupe *really* capture that je ne sais quoi? I’m skeptical. There’s something about the quality, the *feel* of a designer shoe that a cheaper version just can’t replicate. It’s like trying to make a gourmet burger with, like, gas station beef. You can try, but it’s just not the same.
Okay, okay, I’m rambling. Let’s get real, though. Celine shoes are *expensive*. Like, “skip a vacation and eat ramen for a year” expensive. But… are they worth it? That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? And honestly, I don’t know. Part of me thinks it’s ridiculous to spend that much on footwear. But then, another part of me thinks, “Treat yo’self!” You only live once, right? Especially if you’re considering the ramen diet to afford it.
I saw some ankle boots on their site. So chic. I think… hmmm… Maybe I *could* justify it. Imagine wearing them to that gallery opening next month. I’d be *unstoppable*.
