Kalie Johnston

Kalie Johnston

Kalie Johnston is Director of Product Design at Poppy Barley, where she is part of designing and developing every item in the brand’s footwear and accessories collection. With over 12 years in the fashion industry, she has worked across design, buying, styling, and costume design for organizations including Joe Fresh, Alberta Ballet, Calgary Philharmonic, Gravitypope, and her independent label, Stille Nord.

When Kalie isn't designing footwear and accessories, you can either find her walking her 20-30k steps a day on the streets of Edmonton or in her kitchen steadfastly baking and developing a new recipe.

Articles by Kalie Johnston

Help us build our F/W '13 Heeled Boots Collection with Alberta BoostR!

Help us build our F/W '13 Heeled Boots Collection with Alberta BoostR!

2-minute read Through crowdfunding, our campaign goal is to raise $10,000. If we don't meet it, we get nothing. If you contribute, we'll spoil you with awesome...

Inspiration Notebook: Modern Mary-Jane Flats

Inspiration Notebook: Modern Mary-Jane Flats

1-minute read Darling, daring, and de rigueur, this retro flat is tailor-made for any occasion.

Inspiration Notebook: Pointed Toe Flats - The Classic Point

Inspiration Notebook: Pointed Toe Flats - The Classic Point

1-minute read The charming, clean lines on this contemporary flat pump make this style the quintessential It-girl of your wardrobe...

Inspiration Notebook: Smoking Slipper Flats - The Feminine Slipper

Inspiration Notebook: Smoking Slipper Flats - The Feminine Slipper

2-minute read Get to know The Feminine Slipper: a ladylike twist on a Roaring '20s menswear trend.

NOW AVAILABLE: Custom Ballet Flats by Poppy Barley

NOW AVAILABLE: Custom Ballet Flats by Poppy Barley

2-minute read After months of anticipation, Poppy Barley's Spring/Summer 2013 Flats Collection is here and ready for your personal customization...

Introducing: The Savannah Hill Boot

Introducing: The Savannah Hill Boot

2-minute read Handpicked by you, handcrafted by us, we've added a 4th boot style to the line-up, now available in store.

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. IV

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. IV

2-minute read We share the fourth and final instalment about how we created our debut flats collection: pointed-toe or ballet flats for narrow to wide feet.

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. III

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. III

3-minute read Lasts, insoles, soles, and leathers: meticulously selecting the essential components to make the perfect flat.

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. II

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. II

3-minute read Customer survey responses on what makes the perfect ballet flat and we reveal the luxurious leather colours selected for Spring 2013.

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. 1

Creating Comfortable Shoes for Women, Pt. 1

2-minute read Addressing the problems with off-the-rack shoes—comfort, fashion and fit—we aim to develop the most comfortable shoes for women.

Say Hello to Brownstone Leather

Say Hello to Brownstone Leather

1-minute read You asked, we answered: due to extremely popular demand, our three boot styles are now available in a rich, luxurious Brownstone leather.

Announcing Our Made to Measure Flats Collection

Announcing Our Made to Measure Flats Collection

1-minute read

Note: Poppy Barley no longer offers Custom Fitting / Made to Order. We are so excited to announce the launch of Poppy Barley's made to...

The Votes Are In: Say Hello to Our Next Boot Style

The Votes Are In: Say Hello to Our Next Boot Style

1-minute read

The votes are in! We hosted a public vote on three design sketches and - drumroll please - are announcing the winning 4th boot style!...

Inspiration Notebook: The Everyday City Boot

Inspiration Notebook: The Everyday City Boot

1-minute read Inspired by all the places a city takes you.

Bootology: Explore our Leathers

Bootology: Explore our Leathers

1-minute read We chose only the finest materials to create your boots.

We Promise Your Legs Are Normal

We Promise Your Legs Are Normal

2-minute read Have you ever struggled to find boots that fit? Us too!

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Belt Sizes

Natural Waist Measurement	Typical Jean Size	Belt Size for High‑rise Pant	Belt Size for Mid‑rise Pant
23-25"	23/24	26"	28"
25-26"	25	28"	30"
26-27"	26	30"	32"
27-28"	27	30"	32"
28-29"	28	32"	34"
29-30"	29	32"	34"
30-31"	30	34"	36"
31-32"	31	34"	36"
32-33"	32	36"	38"
33-34"	33	36"	38"
34-35"	34	38”	40"
36-37"	36	38"	40"
38-39"	38	40"	42"
40-41"	40	40"	42"
42-43"	42	44"	46"
43-44"	43	44"	46"
44-45"	44	46"	-

Sizing Note: For the most accurate fit, measure around your body where you plan to wear the belt. Choose the closest belt size to that measurement.

Belt Diagram Accent Belt and Complement Belt Measurements start from the beginning of the leather to the middle hole.

Belt Measuring Guide

Belt Measuring Guide

A - High-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt around your natural waistline, wrap a measuring tape around the narrowest part of your midsection. Then, add 3” to determine your high-rise belt size.

B - Mid-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt lower than your natural waistline, you will require a dierent size. If you have a particular pair of bottoms you intend to wear your belt with, wrap a measuring tape through the belt loops while in a relaxed position.

When wearing your belt in your preferred style, it should fasten in the middle hole. The belt will relax with wear allowing you to cinch it tighter, as needed.

If you plan to wear the belt in both the high and mid-rise styles, you have two options:

Select your high-rise style and fasten it more loosely when worn in the mid-rise style.
Select your mid-rise style and fasten it more tightly when worn in the high-rise style.