Archive for April, 2008

Perfect Pair: ‘Lagoon’ Sandal and Ombré Patent Leather Tote

Posted April 30, 2008 by Anna

This is certainly a match made in heaven! Guess by Marciano’s ‘Lagoon’ Sandal was made for Elliott Lucca’s Ombré Patent Leather Tote. I first found the pretty peep-toe slingback, and then went hunting for a matching bag, and voila! A glamorous, classic-looking duo. Any other suggestions?

*photos courtesy of Nordstrom.com

Update About Interview w/ Marie-Thérèse Norris

Posted April 30, 2008 by Anna

This afternoon Marie- Thérèse and I had a great conversation, lasting almost an hour! I am so excited to share with you the fashion wisdom MT (as she is called by friends) imparted to me. However, the day got away from me and here I sit at the end of the night with [...]

Interview: Marie-Thérèse Norris

Posted April 29, 2008 by Anna

Tomorrow afternoon I will have the privilege of interviewing a very classy woman, Marie-Thérèse Norris, about her amazing sense of style and her take on the latest shoe trends. Marie-Thérèse, owner of French Touch Image Consulting, LLC, will share with me her secrets to being fabulous 24/7. She helps her clients [...]

Nuts for Coconuts Jelly Sandal

Posted April 28, 2008 by Anna

When I first learned that jelly shoes were in this season, I couldn’t believe it.  Never in a million years would I have guessed I would find a pair of elegant jelly sandals…but I did! This Coconuts by Matisse Jellie Babe Jelly sandal has a pretty beaded embellishment and a sleek design. You [...]

Shoe-Style Personality Quiz

Posted April 27, 2008 by Anna

Writing these posts about how to wear various shoe styles got me to thinking: What style fits me best? I took the iVIllage “What’s Your Shoe-Style Personality” quiz , and guess what?! Here is what I got:
You’re a pointy-toe stiletto/slingback!

The latest fashion magazines are your monthly bible. You love shoes so much that you [...]

How to Wear: The Inverted Heel

Posted April 26, 2008 by Anna

I love these deconstructed shoes by Marc Jacobs, but I’m not exactly sure how they should be worn!  They look like they’d require some major balance and practice.  Nevertheless, these are one fashion that I’m determined to try out!  Maybe they’d look good with a minidress or capris?  Something tells me that something this [...]

How to Wear: The Flat

Posted April 26, 2008 by Anna

Flats have a bad reputation for being a shoe for those who either have no fashion sense or who are “wimping out” of wearing heels. Some women go so far as to ban them from their wardrobe. But the right pair of flats can be stylish and fun just like their heeled counterparts, [...]

How to Wear: The Wedge

Posted April 26, 2008 by Anna

Wedges come in all heights and styles, from sky-high to barely-raised. They are a definite fashion trend this season, but they don’t look great with every outfit. There are pros and cons to wearing this style:
Pros: The wedge adds height, but it is more stable and easier to walk in than other [...]