08.02.10
Posted in Allgemein at 03:19 by dawn11
- Can’t spell? This is one instance where that might be a good thing. The NYT discusses ways to find deals on Manolo Blahniks? [New York Times]
- In other Manolo news, a fan once had Mr. Blahnik autograph her leg. She later permanently tattooed the signature on her body – now that’s a woman who can honestly say that she wears Manolo all the time. zentai
[NY Post]
-Have you ever read the Post Secrets book or been to vlycra zentai the blog? It’s a candid and revealing place where people mail in their secrets anonymously on a postcard. One of the most recent postcard secrets was this semi-shoe confessional. [Post Secrets]
-When did you learn to walk in high heels? herve leger One lady recounts her first memories. As for me, I don’t think I ever really mastered the art [Juicy Devote Blog]
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Posted in Allgemein at 03:18 by dawn11
No need to wait until Black Friday, Net-a-porter is having a sale! Can I get a big ‘Yay’ from everybody.
Most brands are on sale with discounts of up to 50% off the original retail prices.
What really caught my eye?
Jimmy Choo Erica ankle bootsJimmy Choo Erica ankle vibram five fingers boots
These ‘Erica’ ankle boots from Jimmy Choo $1395 $976.50 on sale at net-a-porter. I just love, love, love how that purple suede jewel-toned upper matches with the absolutely fabulous chevron-stripe heels.
Don’t worry, if the Jimmy Choo is not working for you, Miu Miu Shoes there are also sale selections from Giuseppi Zanotti, Giuseppe Zanotti Christian Louboutin, Roberto Cavalli, Chloe, Miu Miu …. The list goes on, so have fun shopping!
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Posted in Allgemein at 03:12 by dawn11
Jumping off from Shomore’s earlier Ed Hardy/Tattoo trends article, I wanted to share some of the Gucci 2009 Cruise collection styles spiderman suit with all of our readers.
As a brief peek at some of my previous postsmight indicate, I love graphics trends on shoes whether they are subtle or over the top. A recent encounter at another website where a poster stated ‘Ed Hardy is So Last Year’ (and by extension, tattoo flash and graphic adornment) had me wondering whether such a declaration was perhaps premature. Of course, it twas not that long ago that fashion forecasters were also gloomily predicting the yet-to-materialise decline of the wedge heel.
Both of the above positions are firmly contradicted by herve leger dresses Gucci’s current offerings.
There is actually a lovely relaxed quality to many of the shoes in this collection; a certain femininity noticeable in a variety of styles and silhouettes that are likely to please a diverse set of tastes. Given my love of graphics, it is no surprise that my current favorite is the tattoo-inspired ‘Heart Slingbacks’ and ‘Heart Wedges’; I am a sucker for such playful styles.
I find these tan shoes to be stylish, feminine and just a touch edgy without bowing completely to the trend. No small feat, Jimmy Choo Bags and the resulting shoe is one that will remain wearable when the tattoo-flash fashion heyday has played itself out.
This style also comes in a signature print for those who love the logo look. I’m not sure that these are quite as sexy as the tan simply due to the busier background, but the grey contrast is actually a very nice contrast against the rose artwork.
And, if you happen to be one of those shoe-lovers who is also more than a bit fond of handbags, the rose-detailed purses Gucci is offering will certainly round out your accessories options for indulging in this trend.
Definitely on the funkier side, the Heart wedges don’t give me the same timeless feel as the slingback stilettos; yet they nevertheless have an undeniable sense of quirky fun that will be just the thing for the gal who isn’t shy about showing her personality.
For the more conservatively minded, Gucci’s tortoise-detailed stilettos, platforms and wedges are still plenty tempting, and, let’s face it, divine.
I absolutely love the tortoise stiletto. Simply sexy and sophisticated. While Gucci is certainly not the first to add the tortoise detail at the heel, they have definitely done it right with these Sophia High Heel pumps. These are definitely a great excuse not to wear white after labor day (though if that bothers you, it also comes in black).
For a bit of a younger look, any one of the more casual tortoise styles will do the trick. The warm brown tones paired with black are certainly timely with the black and brown combinations that we have been seeing in recent handbag fashion.
And yes, for those of you who actually don’t mind the occasional matchy shoe-handbag indulgence, the Gucci Hysteria Clutch and Hysteria Medium Hobo also come in a matching tortoise finish.
These are certainly some of my favorite styles from this collection. Of course, this is by no means is the a comprehensive list of the 2009 Gucci Cruise shoe and handbag styles currently available, but a girl’s got to start somewhere.
Styles shown on this page:
Gucci Tattoo Heart Slingbacks (Tan) $695
Gucci Tattoo Heart Slingbacks (Grey) $595
Gucci Joy Medium Boston Bag $695
Gucci Tribeca Medium Shoulder Bag $1395
Gucci Babouska Large Tote $1250
Gucci Tattoo Heart Wedges $780
Gucci Sophia High Heel Pumps $645
Gucci Grease Platform Sandals $775
Gucci Kotao Wedges $1125
Gucci Swing Vitello Vernice Wedges $575
Gucci Sunset Thongs $475
Gucci Hysteria Clutch $1250
Gucci Hysteria Medium Hobo $1360
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Posted in Allgemein at 03:09 by dawn11
When the fug girls posted this image of Lily Allen wearing these Louis Vuitton wedge/stilettos (welettos?) (stiledges?), I thought Christian Louboutin Black Sandals “Oh that kooky Lily Allen has done it again. Yet another crazy accessory.
But then the Project Rungay boys posted an image of Heidi Klum wearing the same shoes! And she wore the on the red carpet of Christian louboutin Thigh High Boots the Victoria Secret Angels Fashion Show Afterparty. A time when you would think “sexy” would be the key word. The words these suckers conjure for me are “confusing,” “split-personality,” and “Why?!?” From a distance they just look like giant clodhoppers interrupting the line of Heidi’s insanely long legs. Up close they are just weird. Christian Louboutin NIB Pumps Here they are on Heidi:
Heidi Klum’s Stiledges
My opinion is pretty clear here. But what do you think? Obviously designers have been going to great lengths to make new and unusual shapes in shoes. Is this stepping over the line? What’s next?
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Posted in Allgemein at 03:05 by dawn11
Congratulations to Coco, our 96th entry and Louis Vuitton Graffiti Bags the Bernardo Sahara boot giveaway winner.
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Posted in Allgemein at 03:01 by dawn11
Have you ever found yourself enamoured of a particular style or trend while simultaneously finding yourself at a loss as to how to make it work within your own wardrobe and personal style?
Alas, that is my predicament with so-called ‘Spats’-styled boots; those boots with an add-on ankle cuff, or more commonly, an extremely extended cuff that falls all the way to the instep to ‘break’ at the top of the instep. The cuffs on this second style of boot are rather distinct and work just a touch of trompe l’oeil trickery that suggests either an actual removable spatted cuff or an illusory pant-leg that appears to be floating over the boot itself. I am definitely put in mind of the Givenchy ‘Gaiter’ boots from Jitterbugbaby’s (Fall 2008) Paris Runway Roundup post from earlier this year. And, since I have yet to encounter any naming consensus among shoe sites and fashion blog as to a definitive title for this type of boot, I have decided to stick with ‘Spats’ – it has a certain evocative appeal and works for me.
In my case, the first real example of this style that I encountered (outside of old black and white movies) was the now sold-out LAMB ‘Crowther’ which was available last fall. This was in fact a classic pump with a separate spat attachment. And, while I loved the look and convertibility of the shoe, I could not justify the purchase of this altogether adorable shoe. A year later I am still trying to find reasons that I could wear this and have almost come to turns with the fact that this shoe simply does not work within my personal wardrobe and everyday style. More’s the pity.
If you fancy this particular detachable ‘gaiter’ style, you can also purchase individual ‘Gaiterettes’ from LesFrivolities at Etsy.com. These are spats/gaiters that can easily be added to shoes or ankle boots that you already own. Prices range from $55.00 to $155.00 per handmade pair.
Fancy Leather Gaiterettes
Fancy Leather Gaiterettes – Antique Black
Fancy Leather Gaiters
Next is a more casual offering, the LAMB ‘Zeyn Tex’ ($179.95 at Shoebuy.com). While I am not really a fan of this particular boot, it clearly illustrates the idea of the boot incorporating the actual trouser cuff or pants-leg as an integral part of the boot shaft itself.
What I now present to you is the result of several months of squirreling away these styles one-by-one into their own special favorites folder as I periodically encountered them online. For your inspection and in no particular order: Spats, spats, and more spats.
Zucca Black Buckle Tall Boots $1422 at Creatures of Comfort
Delman Suede Knee High Boots $595 at Saks.com
Marc Jacobs Nappa Leather Boots in Grey or Black $640$578 at Yoox.com
Botkier ‘Xenia’ $715-$725 at Endless.com and Piperlime.com
Chie Mihara ‘Saigon’ $695$409.99 at Piperlime.com (Size 9/39 only).
Tahskent by Cheyenne ‘Osgood’ $760 at Shopbop.com, on sale for $439.99 at Piperlime.com
Materia Prima by Goffredo Fantini Style # ‘4M4753′ $484 $228.85 in size 8/38 only.
(This is my size and is right up near the top of my list of most drool-worthy uber-spats.)
Jessica Simpson ‘Mazzey’ Boot $138.00-$140 at Zappos.com, Endless.com, Piperlime.com and Shoemall.com.
London Underground Women’s Bit of Romance Boot
London Underground Women’s Bit of Romance Boot
London Underground ‘Bit of Romance’ $164.99 at Shoes.com.
Confession time: Whatever the reason, I love this boot truly, madly, deeply.
T.U.K ‘Cara’ $85 $70 at Zappos.com (size 7 only).
Naughty Monkey ‘Belly Up’ $119.95 at Endless.com and $131 at Zappos.com.
These last two ankle boots are also really turning on my positive, feel-good vibes. I think it has something to do with the split, buttoned cut of the cuff that also conjures to my mind the Alfred Noyes poem ‘The Highwayman’; Such a romantic and dashing image that these Giuseppe Zanotti boots conjure up in the imagination.
I’m thinking that with the right pair of brown Spats, and a warm wool Kinsale cloak, I might just have the perfe
ct thing to wear during a long, cold winter. Maybe the key to Spats (at least in my case) is to zentai embrace my anachronistic fashion tendencies and mix some period styles in with my modern wardrobe.
Of course, I still need someone else to guide me on what to lycra zentai wear with the LAMB Zeyn boots. That challenge continues to elude me.
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07.30.10
Posted in Allgemein at 05:59 by dawn11
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