I can’t be the only one who is/was completely and utterly obsessed with Aquazzura’s Pom Pom Sandals, right? I also can’t be the only one who balked at the $795 price tag and thought… “I could probably just make something similar.” This tutorial is crazy easy. I ended up going with a softer color palette (pinks + blush tones) but you could just as easily use primary colors like the original.
I chose to embellish Steve Madden’s Irenee Sandal as it’s structurally very similar to the Aquazzura sandals… and has a nice comfy block heel.
You’ll Need…
- Sandals
- Pom Pom Fringe
- Sharp Scissors
- Fabric Glue
Apply a thin ribbon of glue to the top of your sandal.
Slowly, carefully add the trim. Be sure to go slowly to keep the pom poms out of the glue… and ensure the trim is applied nice and straight!
Repeat with a second row of trim…
And a third!
I chose to embellish the ankle strap. This took a bit more work (my fingers were covered in glue by the end) but I think it adds a nice touch. You just have to be really careful and ensure that you don’t cover up any of the holes… and that you keep the trim nice and straight.
And you’re done! Allow to dry and then wear your creation proudly.
Top photo by Lydia Hudgens.
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So cute! I actually think I like yours better than the originals. This would also be a fun/ easy DIY with rhinestones too 🙂
So cute, Grace, and agree with the other reader — I like yours better!!
Wow! Amazing!
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Nice.
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these are amazing!! fantastic tutorial.
This is so helpful – I need to plan a trip!
Oops! I commented on the wrong post. Love these sandals, but your trip looked epic! #fail
These are amazing!!! Great tutorial.
LOVE THIS! So creative!!! I like yours better, too!
How fun! Can’t wait to breathe new life into an old pair of sandals! Thanks for the inspiration!
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Those are so cute! And a much better price point 🙂 Thinking about trying it with different shades of blue.
LOVE this!!
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Super creative idea, and looks so great!
SUCH a good idea. These are so fun and PERFECT for the summer. I’m not so crafty, but I might attempt these! xo Julie
Really need to make these !
Fabulous idea! I’ve beaded shoes, but the pom-pom idea is so creative! Cheers to you!
So cute! I’m thinking of making something similar. I was wondering which color are those Irenee sandals -tan suede or tan nubuck?
The tan suede! 🙂
Oh my, these are gorgeous! Need to try this asap! <3
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So happy you like the tutorial- hope you give it a try! xx
These shoes are way too cute! And nice legs! 🙂
thanks, Zen!