Shoe Smitten

Kelsi Dagger Women’s Brandi Sandal, $148.95 (image from kelsidagger.com)

Wow…I must say that a little sparkle and interesting cutouts is all it takes to woo me.  Maybe I should not devulge that fact…too late!  Kelsi Dagger’s fearless ‘Brandi’ sandal is a must-have for every fashion lover looking to add some glamo-drama to their look. The shoe features a thick cuff with circular cutouts, dual adjustable ankle straps, a 4 1/2-inch heel and 1-inch platform, and dozens of sparkling crystals to catch everyone’s eye.

And a little about the brand…Kelsi Dagger launched in 2009 and it is a new concept from the PLV studio design team that brought you Pour La Victoire.  Kelsi Dagger is all about making refined and stylish shoes available to girls who are in touch with their inner diva and want shoes that bring her out without breaking the bank.  Kelsi Dagger is only for those “fearless enough to follow their dreams and lead by example”!

TOMS Shoes was founded on a simple premise: With every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for One.  I adore TOMS shoes for their dedication to benefiting the greater good by using the purchasing power of individuals.  Do you want to create the latest pair of kicks in the Toms Shoes collection?  Now’s your chance!  Customize a pair of plain white TOMS shoes—you can either purchase one for 25% off at TOMS Shoes (enter teenvogue at checkout) or you can click here to download a blank shoe outline and upload your design here.  TeenVogue will choose ten finalists, then let the public vote for their favorite. The winner’s design may be manufactured and sold for a limited time at tomsshoes.com.  Good luck!

Enter Here

Of all the shows I attended for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, I have to say my favorite runway show was Thuy:

Featuring wearable pieces fit for any fashionista, and combining fur “arm warmers” with colorful satin and flowing skirts, the collection was like nothing I had seen before.  I wanted to own every outfit.  However, when it comes to the best runway shoes from all the shows, I have to say that Lela Rose charmed me and won my heart.

The girly-girl in me delighted in her selection of peep-toe ankle boots with glitter and knit detailing, sculpted wedge ankle boots, and sparkling ankle-strap platform sandals.  But the icing on the cake: these shoes will be available at Payless stores this fall!  Runway shoe fashion we can all afford!

The fall 2010 collection includes five shoe styles in colors such as black, navy, sulfur, grey, peacock, and bordeaux.  Look for a classic ankle-strap pump encrusted with Swarovski black diamond crystals, a sandal version of the pump, an ankle bootie with sculpted curved wedge heel and “rocky” cut-out detail, a high heel version of the ankle bootie, and a bootie that combines a sleek pump with a ribbed knit sock.  See more close-up shots of the shoes at The Budget Fashionista.  This is Lela’s 13th Payless Shoes collection.

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Ruffles, lace, and everything of grace…Robert Tonner’s Fall 2010 collection exhibit during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was my favorite today.  Tonner’s inspiration comes largely from Ellowyne Wilde, the heroine of a novel he had just completed.  The ensembles carry a completely feminine, mysterious attitude with a taste of vintage flavor.

Graphite, silver and jet wool/mohair floral jacquard jewel necked slim suit with hip flounce trimmed in black cotton velvet.  Black peep-toe maryjane pumps.

Ruby chiffon and taffeta cocktail dress with shirred bodice and ruffled short skirt.  Red suede peep toe pumps.

Black wool chalk-striped belted suit with double breasted jacket and pleated skirt.  Bow blouse is of white silk taffeta.  Black peep-toe maryjane pumps.

Sleeveless black cocktail dress layered with silk chiffon, cotton velvet organza ribbon and pleated silk taffeta.  Black suede peep-toe pumps.

Peony silk velvet empire dress with “balloon” torso and flounce hem.

Wool/rayon/metal “snow leopard” woven duffle coat with matching skirt.

Pewter grey silk and metal lame cocktail dress with shirred bodice and triple-layered asymmetrical bias skirt.