Blogiversary: Hunter Kellen Boot Review & What I've Learned

Exactly one year ago today I posted my very first blog entry reviewing the Hunter Wellington Tall Boot.  So it is only fitting that I celebrate my 1-year blogiversary with another Hunter boot review - my 2nd Nordstrom Anniversary Sale find!  This time it's the Hunter Kellen Wedge Heel Boot.  I was drawn both to the mid-calf height (the Tall Wellies above were a tad to tall for me and would rub against the bottom of my knee) and the wedge heel.

Hunter Kellen Wedge Heel Boot, $175 (buy here)
Details (from Nordstrom):

A signature logo details a weather-ready rain boot updated with a chic wedge heel.

• Removable insole.
• Approx. heel height: 3 1/4".
• Approx. boot shaft height: 9 1/4"; 13" calf circumference. Narrow calf.

Likes:

• The wedge heel is a nice touch and something that was lacking from my Tall Wellington boots
• Like the Talls, these are SUPER COMFY
• The calf is definitely more narrow than the Talls but can easily accommodate thick socks / skinny jeans / tights / leggings (for reference, my calves are short and stocky)
• Love the "H" detail on the sides of the boots - it's cute without being in your face

Dislikes:

• I'm not sure about how I feel about the gloss but it's not too big of a deal
• I'm still trying to figure out what exactly to wear with it.  I'll wait until post pregnancy to experiment since I'm a little limited presently on what I can wear - especially in the skinnies / tights / leggings area

Overall:  A definite keeper!  Anything comfy with a heel in boot form (esp. since it was on sale) is a welcome addition to my little cast of shoes.  What would you wear with these boots?

Blogiversary - What I've Learned This Year:

1. How not to appear yellow in my pictures :)  Sheesh, lighting is important.
2. How showing some knee is not evil!  Prior to blogging, I had always believed that all dress / skirt hems HAD to fall below my knee.
3. How awesome the blogger / bloggee community is.  I love the feeling of camaraderie and community I get from each and every one of you - THANK YOU!
4. How to incorporate some color and stray away from my Black / White / Gray / Navy color palette
5. That I don't have to be matchy-matchy to look put together 

Michael Kors 2-Tone Chronograph Watch Review

I succumbed to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale despite my best efforts to avoid it.  I actually wound up buying 2 items but I'll post the 2nd item review (a keeper!) in the next entry.  I have to admit that Jean's post on her new MK acquisition really intrigued me despite my recently purchased J. Crew / Timex watch.  I rationalized that I still needed an everyday-type of work watch so when this beauty popped up on sale at Nordstrom for $150, I didn't hesitate to snap it up.  I love the chronograph feature as well as the combination of silver with rose gold.  The little pops of bling don't hurt either for a gal who loves sparkle ;)

Michael Kors 2-Tone Chronograph Bracelet Watch, $225 (buy here)

Description (from Nordstrom):

Rose gold embellishes a beautiful bracelet watch with a sparkling chronograph dial texturally contrasted by a knurled topring.

• Deployant clasp closure.
• Approx. band length: 190mm.
• Approx. band width: 18mm.
• Approx. case diameter: 36mm.
• Water-resistant to 10 ATM (100 meters).
• Stainless steel/rose-gold ionic plating/Swarovski crystals/mineral crystal/mother-of-pearl.
• By Michael Kors; imported.

On to the review!

Size:  The watch face size is a little larger than my standard watches but I didn't feel like it overwhelmed my wrist.  Of course, keep in mind, that I also just purchased a men's watch with a case diameter of 40 mm.

Fit:  The fit needs to be adjusted as with all watches but this is easily remedied by removing a few links.

 

The typical out of box loose fit

Overall Opinion:  I like the general size and I know the fit can be adjusted.  However, a few things made me decide to return it:

1. The contrast between the silver and rose gold looked very sharp on the website but more muted in person.
2. The watch was a bit too heavy for my liking.  I weighed it (bc I'm a nerd like that) and it was twice as heavy as my J. Crew / Timex.
3. I just didn't fall in love with it :(

So back to Nordstrom it went!  I'm still interested in MK watches, but I'll try it on in person next time before purchasing.  What's your favorite everyday watch?

P.S.  Thank you everyone for your kind words regarding my awkward elevator conversation!  I truly appreciated it  :)