not a birthday surprise

of course this would happen since my cousin vic and i like the same things!

so i had been looking for a gift for vic's birthday when an email popped up in my inbox announcing the arrival of  TOMS ballet flats.  it was one of those ah ha! moments where i knew this is what i wanted to get her.

photo: toms.com

love the shape, and especially love all the new designs.

now, the only question was sizing.  so i thought i was being slick and sent vic a text message saying that i was looking into picking up a pair of toms, was too lazy to go to the store, and didn't know what size to get.  she replied back, and i promptly put in my order.

gave myself a pat on the back..until that night, i get a text saying "omg do you know toms has ballet flats now? i must get one!"

i didn't want her to end up with two pairs, so i had to tell her about my not so slick plan.  sigh, at least i know she will love the gift!

if you were ever hesitant to buy TOMS before, these ballet flats are right up your alley.  they're definitely more refined for a variety of outfits and places.  i haven't seen them in person yet (just a glimpse of a few styles in a display box at nordstroms), but i will do a review when vic gets hers.