Posted July 2, 2009 by Anna
Tomorrow is the beginning of the Fourth of July weekend! Do you already have your party-worthy patriotic pumps? I have a pair picked out (My Gianni Bini striped pumps), but I wish I had the Christian Louboutins below! The following shoes are all great investments not only for the holiday weekend, but year-round! Which is your favorite?
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN - JEFFERSON PLATO BOAT SANDALS, $1088 - My FAVORITE!!! This shoe has it all, from Louboutin’s signature red sole to a white platform and heel, and a blue upper featured tan stitching.
GUESS Women’S Carrielu Pump, $98.95 - Classic silhouette, denim look and beautiful embroidered design on the heel give this shoe the perfect touch of urban edge to add some bite to your chic wardrobe.
Leah Heel - Navy, $99.99 - Red, cork and blue come together to form this platform sandal and make it a great choice this Independence Day!
Carlos By Carlos Santana Women’s Pamper Pump, $59.67 - Show off your American pride with this blue tie-dyed shoe!
Seychelles Women’s Half Slip Wedge Peep Toe, $57.90 - Pinup never looked so good! Wear these with jeans for a cute and casual patriotic look.
Posted June 25, 2009 by Anna
Running With Heels illustrates how a little neon goes a long way.
Shoeflyer explains how to keep your kicks clean
MizzTissa urges you to dress up your shoes with shoe clips (I wrote about Absolutely Audrey shoe clips a while back, remember?)
Shoewawa found some adorable personalized diamante wellies! These would be perfect for wet weddings, no?
Stylelist reports Nina offers DYO shoes for the DIY bride, with three styles, three heel heights and a wide range of colors to pick from. You can even select different colors for the heel, upper and bow or toe detail. On a similar note, Fashion Me Fabulous rounds up wedding shoes under $80.
You’ll need a pretty pedicure to go with those sizzlin’ summer sandals, and The Well-Heeled Society says that BB Couture nail polish is HOT! BB Couture offers exclusive, all-inclusive 4 in 1 formula polish that’s fast-drying AND has built-in basecoat, strengtheners and topcoat.
Win a pair of We Love Colors tights on The Coveted, to add a little playful funk to your look!
Posted June 24, 2009 by Anna
I felt just like a little kid on Christmas morning when I received these Jessica Bennett Women’s Jeanie Peep Toe d’Orsay pumps in the mail! As soon as I slid off the box lid and got a glimpse of red satin and sparkling stones, and I let pure giddiness take over. The ‘Jeanie’ is an ultra-feminine and sexy peep toe pump that is sure to dazzle your date. While these would be perfect for the winter holiday season, I don’t see why you can’t wear them to special occasions throughout the year! An adorable double-layer bow adorns both vamps, and the banana-shaped heel is covered in sparkling stones. Leather lining and lightly padded footbed provides a comfortable wearing experience. The heel measures 3 1/4 inches in height, with help from a 1/4-inch platform. Add a little extra cheer into your wardrobe year-round with the Jessica Bennett Women’s Jeanie Peep Toe d’Orsay. The ‘Jeanie’ is also available in black. $77.08 at Endless.com.
Jessica Bennett is quickly becoming one of my favorite shoe brands, because Jessica Bennett shoes never fail to be sophisticated, luxurious and affordable!
Posted June 23, 2009 by Anna
Sexy evening sandals are a must-have this summer, as temperatures (and hemlines) rise! There’s absolutely no better way to show off those beautifully-sculpted legs you’ve been working on all year. When you’re shopping for your next pair, look no further than the J. Renee - Glamour in “Petalo”($87.70). This picture doesn’t even begin to do them justice! A synthetic metallic upper shines on the strappy sandal, and the ankle strap and pretty woven straps that meet at the back of the heel add even more appeal. Padded footbed provides comfort all night long, so you can strut your stuff in these 3 1/2-inch stiletto heels! Trust me - I’ve worn them around the house for three hours now, just to see if the rave reviews about comfort that people were giving on Zappos were true. These shoes are definitely the option for you if you’re looking for a comfortable, strappy, metallic evening sandal! The straps haven’t cut into my foot at all.
p.s. - What do you think of my new purple toenails? They have a rhinestone and silver design on the big toes. They make me smile, almost as much as these shoes do. =)
Posted June 22, 2009 by Anna
I was reading Shoeflyer yesterday and stumbled upon a little history lesson about some of the first platform shoes: chopines. Extreme shoes have always been a sign of wealth, and in the 1400s, only Venetian Courtesans could afford them. Some chopines reached as tall as 20 inches!!! These unique shoes were originally a protective solution to protect the wearer from street mud, but they quickly became a fashion statement for wealthy divas of the time. Chopines are not an extinct footwear style, as some enthusiasts still build them! Check out Francis Classe’s site to learn how to build chopines.
Check out previous Words of the Week, and read the shoe glossary for more footwear lingo!
Posted June 20, 2009 by Anna
Piperlime’s sale of the season is on! You can shop the sale by your shoe size, and let me tell you - there are tons of stylish shoes, whether you need a new pair of summer sandals or party heels. The sale includes some designer names, like Emilio Pucci, Calvin Klein and Pour La Victoire. They even have a few Giuseppe Zanotti shoes for sale!!! I have my eye on these Giuseppe Zanotti E96227 - Metallic snake pumps. While the regular price is $595.00, they are currently on sale for $349.99:
Aren’t they gorgeous?! These shoes are on celeb-stylist Rachel Zoe’s picks list! Check out Rachel Zoe’s other handpicked favorites at Piperlime.
Posted June 18, 2009 by Anna
You can’t get much more fearless than this electric blue suede and snakeskin sandal! The Nicholas Kirkwood butterfly stiletto heel has circular cut-out sections on the sides with multiple wing-like straps in turquoise snake leather, fanning out underneath and looping at the front. This construction gives the striking illusion of a butterfly taking flight. The shoe has a distinctive heel finished in matching turquoise suede. Everything about this shoe says: I know I’m bright and I’m beautiful. So look all you want! If you like the blue butterfly shoe, then you’ll probably like the NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD - CRYSTAL HEEL AYERS AND SUEDE SANDALS
British shoe designer Nicholas Kirkwood’s shoes have graced the catwalks of a whole host of designers since the label’s launch in 2005. Kirkwood manages to blend architectural-style construction techniques with luxurious materials and finishes. His shoes portray a perfect marriage of flattering form and fine detail.
Posted June 17, 2009 by Anna
Tamara Mellon of Jimmy Choo fame and H&M’s Margareta van den Bosch have a model try on the new Jimmy Choo for H&M shoes. Photo courtesy of H&M.
It’s all over the web already, but in case you haven’t heard, Jimmy Choo is collaborating with H&M to offer coveted shoes and bags November 14, 2009. This is fantastic news for those of us on a budget! I literally jumped up and squealed when I saw this news! Jimmy Choo will be extending the collection to include women’s clothing and a men’s collection of shoes, bags and accessories. FashionGrail reports the footwear will run from $99 to $129 for boots, with high-end models topping $299. This is the first time H&M has worked with an accessories brand, but I’m sure it won’t be the last. Kristen of Stylelist and I are wondering if Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin could be next! So, will you be there on opening day?
Can’t wait for November? If you’ve got the cash, check out some of the amazing Jimmy Choo styles at Luisaviaroma.com:
