Archive for the 'Trends' Category

Suecomma Bonnie For Summer 2010

Posted March 2, 2010 by Anna

Cute website, ubersexy shoes…Suecomma Bonnie is my latest shoe crush!  For this summer, Suecomma Bonnie produced “Woman has a dinner at the Bochart in Berlin” - a collection for women who love to enjoy the summer ambience - dinners, outdoor concerts and after work functions. Bonnie created a line with sparkling stones, colorful straps [...]

Clogs Are Hot This Spring..Will You Wear Them?

Posted February 25, 2010 by Anna

Clogs & Flowers by ShoeSmitten featuring Michael Kors jackets
Who would have dreamed that clogs would come back into fashion?  This spring, clogs are one of the top must-have styles of shoes.  Luckily, this season’s clogs are anything but clunky and boring.  Invest in a few pairs that speak to your personal style.  For me, that [...]

Best Shoes From Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2010

Posted February 23, 2010 by Anna

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. [...]

Robert Tonner Fall 2010 Collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Posted February 11, 2010 by Anna

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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 [...]

Follow Me During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2010!

Posted February 10, 2010 by Anna

Sorry my dear readers, I’ve been posting less lately, but not to fear - I’m in New York and will be attending Fashion Week!!! Keep up-to-date with the newest designer collections here, on my Twitter page: http://www.twitter.com/shoesmitten/ and at www.ShoeHunting.com.  Included on my schedule…Christian Siriano’s Fall 2010 Collection…so stay tuned for photos!

Unforgivable Footwear Fashion Failures of ‘09

Posted January 4, 2010 by Anna

It’s important in the New Year to re-evaluate our sense of style and to learn from mistakes of yesteryear.  And some “fashion statements” really must go.   Pretty and Poor listed on her blog many of the pet peeves I have when it comes to fashion flops (hate drawn-on eyebrows).  For a rundown of what other [...]

Thinking Ahead: Spring 2010 Shoe Trends

Posted December 4, 2009 by Anna

Dreaming of Springtime by ShoeSmitten
I’m very excited to gear up for Christmas and the holidays, but before we jump in head over heels…let’s take a look ahead to spring!  You may be thinking to yourself, spring in December?!  I know, it might seem odd, but as a shoe style writer, it’s essential that I show [...]

Shoe Smitten’s Budding Love Affair With Boots

Posted October 13, 2009 by Anna

(Kissing a Ballin boot at WSA last February)
Despite loving and obsessing over shoes, I’ve never been crazy about boots…that is until recently.  Boots always seemed like a necessary, utilitarian type of footwear.  Boots got me from point A to point B without getting my feet muddy or wet, all the while keeping my toes warm.  [...]