Washington, D.C. - November 14, 2005

Buckle Down

Chloe Buckle Shoe

Whatever happened to less is more?

These days even accessories are accessorized. With all the grommets, studs, clips, and hardware, it’s difficult to locate the actual bag, shoe, or belt.

So, with Turkey Day around the corner, we thought we’d hearken back to a simpler time. When head-to-toe black and a single buckle were all the rage.

To wit: Chloé’s brass buckle shoe. It’s what we like to think of as pilgrim chic. The black leather flat is as uncomplicated as they come: Comfy as a moccasin, dressy as a loafer, and as much at home with jeans as with the perfect black pant. Moreover, it’s ideal for lounging around after dinner in a mashed potato-induced coma.

And might even convince you of the value of restraint, pre-coma.

Available at Hu’s Shoes, 3005 M Street NW, between 30th and 31st Streets (202-342-0202).