Swatches made from the soft supple kid-skin leather used to hand-craft the tops of our sandals are perfect to have hanging close to your closet so you can match any outfit with your next pair of Bonanno's! Or take it with you when you're out shopping. We also keep you posted on discontinued colors so you can remove colors from your swatch, and when new colors come in we'll send a swatch to add to your ring.
If you don't mind for a moment, I'd like to share just how romantic my husband is ...
I need your help!
I don't know if your screen views my blog the same way mine does, but ever since it was requested that I upgrade to the new and improved blogger, I lost the top of my page. I can no longer read the name of the blog, "Bonanno's or barefoot! It's a lifestyle." Can you? Does anyone out there know how to adjust this so the entire page can be viewed? If so, would you be so kind as give me some helpful hints.
Thank you.
Love the Nautical look. Emma Embroidery in White w/Essex Blue (Blue/Black Navy) w/ Ships Wheel (Gold & Silver). If you're wondering why you haven't heard about or seen Essex, it's because it's not on the color chart. It's so dark it looks black and I didn't think it would show well. You can still order the color if you like it. Plus, a lot of our customers prefer Regal Blue as their true Navy. I couldn't agree more.
These fitted tees come in the cutest colors and designs, they're adorned with genuine Swarovski crystals, and are handmade in the USA. My favorite is the Scotty Dog, for obvious reasons ...
below, Rippy in her Argyle.
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Hi There!
We just wanted to drop a line after the whole mess with Lilly and say that we love you guys and the wonderful flips! Thanks for everything!
Emily and Amber
Pre-School teachers
If you'd like to share your photos, e-mail me @ vivianb@stephenbonanno.com
What's Vivian wearing:
Lilly Pulitzer "Courtney" Stretch Canvas
Ice Pink $158.00
Vineyard Vines "Simple Tank"
White $32.00
Stephen Bonanno "Grosgrain Ribbon Belt" Pink Multi #5 $30.00
Stephen Bonanno "Suzy" sandals
White w/boat bottom $95.00
(Last season's Lilly Denim Jacket)
You can purchase these items on our website
www.stephenbonanno.com
How it fits:
The Courtney Bermudas have a nice stretch, and sit a little lower on the hips.
I also find this style runs a little smaller
than Lilly's usual sizing which typically run large. I am a size 8 in Lilly, but in these shorts I am a size 10 (my normal size). I love the color, it's a little softer than her usual pinks.
The Simple Tanks feel and fit wonderfully!
The Grosgrain belts are colorful, and light weight, a no brainer to complete this outfit.
The Suzy sandals are one of my new favs ... they are a little stiffer in the beginning, but break-in really nice. Love, Love, Love them! The boat bottoms give a little more cush and have a bit more of a casual look to them. Of course you can get the soles in either leather or boat.
Need Models, So I won't have to :)
I would like to open up "Outfit of the Day" to anyone wanting to play dress up. If interested, pop into the Stuart boutique btw Tues and Thurs or call me @ 772-219-8008 to schedule a time and day. Must be btw sizes 2 and 12 (only because I do not have enough outfits to try on in size zero or 14). For your time we will give you 15% off anything you purchase in the store that day!
Stephen Bonanno Sandals in Stuart and on www.stephenbonanno.com are carrying Vineyard Vines for men! We're excited to bring in the ties, belts, polos, hats, and shorts this month.
Along with Sperry Top-Sider boat shoes already in stock for the guys, we will also include Cape Madras bermuda's in March. Spread the word!
If you'd like to share your photos, e-mail me @
vivianb@stephenbonanno.com
I'm attaching a photo taken at my Dad's 80th birthday
on August 4th at the Sailfish Club in Palm Beach.
So many of us had on Bonanno sandals (seven pairs),
that we took a picture. Pretty amazing! Remember--
none of us planned this! We just love these shoes!
Emory
I adore all of my sandals made by you guys!
This day especially sold me! I am a VERO BEACH native and
have worn these sandals my entire life! You recently made
these for me w/ my monogram! (probably my faves!)
Any way... my boyfriend did NOT tell me we were
going to do any hiking when we visted this White Pines
Park and well... there I was trekkin' through the woods
in my sandals and they still look perfect! I received
many compliments in IL about them and I will be sure
to pass the word to others. NOT the best photo.
But... I did want to tell you I was appreciative for how
well they are made!!
Adrienne
Riverwalk Jazz Series - Downtown Stuart
STUART – The word’s out – downtown Stuart now has a jazz series!
Sunday, February 4th will feature “Ossie Wright Jr. and Groove Division” from Noon to 3:00 pm at the Riverwalk stage, downtown Stuart.
Ossie Wright Jr. is one of our areas most talented and beloved jazz pianists. He has assembled a talented group of musicians known as “Groove Division”. The band plays everything from Gospel to Motown but their roots are in jazz and they’ll be performing many styles of this original American art form on Sunday afternoon.
The Riverwalk Stage is located on the waterfront (South of City Hall) on the corner of St. Lucie Ave. and S.W. Seminole Street.
Back by popular demand, March’s featured band will be James Broxton and “Just Loving Music”. April’s showcase band will feature one of the founder’s of the jazz series, Jim Chrulski and his smooth jazz-fusion band called “South Ocean Drive”.
For more information call (772) 288-5335.
The Palm Beach Classic in Regal Blue and Linaria.
I love, love, love this combination. It goes really well
with the Cape Madras "Amherst" print and so much
of the Lilly Pulitzer coming out this spring.
Spring Madras has arrived and it's beautiful!
Here are just some of the colors and pieces ...
everything is available in the Stuart boutique.
I promise to get the website updated so you can see everything.
Below: 21 Skirt in Westwood print, also comes in Crescent (not shown)
Fun Skirt in Higgins print and Riviera. Also comes in Crescent, Amherst, Boulder Blue (not shown)
Ladies Bermudas in Crescent, also comes in Cape Pastel (not shown)
Not shown is the Crew Short, like the bermuda but lower on the hip and a tad longer. Comes in Amherst.
If you love the "Preppy Girl" sandal, this is a good time to grab the very limited colors and sizes available at our Stuart Boutique. They will go fast.
We will no longer carry this style so you won't be able to custom order them. Call for availability.
772-219-8008
Blue Multi, Brown Multi, Rainbow
Reg: $90.00
Sale: $70.00
I thought this was worth mentioning again ...
Shep and Ian from Vineyard Vines designed these ties exclusively for the "Boys and Girls Clubs of Martin County."
They are $65.00 (100% goes to the Boys and Girls Clubs) and come in 3 colors. We sell them here at Stephen Bonanno Sandals in Stuart, so if you love their ties, give me a call or come on in and take a good look. They are silk and really beautifully made. The ties have the club's logo along with the their 2006 theme of hot air balloons.
They are a perfect gift for Valentines day!!! A birthday, put them away for Father's day, or just a way to say "I love you" and wanted to help a local charity at the same time.
All checks to be made out to "Boys and Girls Clubs of Martin County" or cash.
No CC's, sorry.
The "Double Strap" sandal isn't new, but I think it deserves a little more attention.
I've always passed them off as the mature woman's sandal. Yesterday an older woman was Ooooing and Ahhhhing over them, so I decided to see what all the fuss was about and slipped them on too. Maybe it was the color combo we had in the store, that I was attracted to, but ... I loved the way they fit! They looked cute on, the whipstitch makes them stylish not fuddy duddy and they're different!
A new jewel in the bunch?!
These are Arbutus/Shell
A Couple of New Styles:
The 'Suzy" $95.00, named after my Sister in-law, Assunta, is an adorable, simple sandal and looks fabulous in metallics, but of course you can opt for any color. Below: The "Flora" $115.00, named after my Mother in-law is great for those who don't like anything between their toes. It comes with 2 sets of "small" flowers, your choice of colors. Like the "Flower" sandal, the "Flora" is the perfect vacation shoe. One pair, multiple flower sets and you're good to go.
I am currently in the process of ordering images of pampered pooches for our sandals.
There are so many breeds, I need help choosing a select few. 
If you care to share your favorite, I certainly welcome the feedback.
So far, this is what we have available:
Domenick, who is always out front in the store and behind the scenes in the shipping department, has been one of a handful of business owners in Historic Downtown Stuart who have put together the amazing Riverwalk Jazz Series, which takes place on the beautiful St. Lucie River.
Oh, and by the way, on the day of the show Domenick is the official roadie who goes by the name of "Axel " ... Someone told him being a roadie makes him a chick magnet. ... waszup with that!?
The free concert takes place on the 1st Sunday of every month from noon till 3:00. Just bring your lawn chair, sit back and enjoy good music and the wonderful weather.
Above
the Fort Pierce Jazz ensamble, who were great. The City of Stuart Riverboat in the background cruises up and down the river giving tours. Another great reason to come to downtown Stuart.
Below
The gang who puts on the show during a band break.
Left to right, Domenick aka Axel, Jim, Rick, Mike and Andy.
