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I don’t usually buy shoes on-line without having tried them on at a store, but I was browsing the VS catalog and was hooked by their Colin Stuart peep-toe platforms. They’re available in different color combinations but I had to have these nude mary-janes with neon pink heels. I can’t wait to wear them for Fashion Week!
I love the hot pink button that matches the heels!
It’s time to shop for Fall and if you only buy one pair of shoes this time around, make them clogs. You won’t be disapointed. This is the hottest trend for Fall for it’s versatility and wow factor. The trend is this year’s comeback kid championed by the talented Karl Lagerfeld who was the first to re-introduce the style on the Chanel runway. If you still have a pair from the ’70s you might be covered depending on your style. But the clog has evolved so much since the disco age that you might want to invest in an updated version and keep your age a secret. Whether you’re new to clogs or a returning fan you might be overwelmed with so many styles and designers, so I’ve compiled a small shopping guide for all fashionistas to enjoy!
For the girl who’s looking to incorporate all Fall trends into one shoe:
Sam Edelman 'Falken' clogs
Wear the Sam Edelman ‘Falken’ with:
TopShop floral dress, biker jacket and tights
For the working girl:
Kors Michael Kors 'Yolanda' over the knee clog boots
Wear the Michael Kors ‘Yolanda’ clog boots to the office with:
K Karl Lagerfeld dress, Michael Kors bag, double wrap belt
For the effortlessly casual:
Steve Madden Carnee slingback clogs
Wear the Steve Madden ‘Carnee’ clogs on the weekend with:
Effortless cool
I know that keeping my heels in good condition is a full time job and I welcome a product that will help me do that, but I came across a product that I think I’ll pass on. The Heels Away is a slip-on heel protector with a wide base so you don’t sink into the grass or crack in the sidewalk. I applaud the inventors for their imagination and business savy, but it just looks a little too cheesy for me. It’s so noticable and cheap looking. Why whould you cover-up your $600 louboutins with a plastic $3 cup? I’ve mastered the talent of walking the sidewalks of NYC with one eye on the crowd and the other on where I’m stepping. This method has worked for me so far and I think I’ll stick with it. Let me know what you think of the Heels Away.
picture from Heels Away website
A big must-have for this summer is a pair of studded shoes. Women have been spotted wearing this eye-catching trend all over town, day and night! Designers like Suecomma Bonnie and (the classic) Christian Louboutin have studded up the runway this time of year.
Although studs may seem like a darker and more autumn/winter look, bedazzled footwear has made a summer appearance. In this sweltering heat, women tend to dress more casual and simplistic, but adding a pair of studded stilettos or boots (Jeffrey Campbell has a good selection) will give that “wow-affect” to any look, including a white T-shirt and cut-offs. Another summer tip is to buy a pair of jazzed up sandals, which will be both comfortable appropriate for these upcoming sunny days. For the recessionista, Steve Madden makes a great pair of metal-accessorized gladiators, so stud up your style, even as the temperature climbs!
Jeffrey Campbell adds flare to these boots with a studded wedge!
This Steve Madden Sandal is the perfect summer-studded accessory!
I love the color and the detail on this pair of Sonia Rykiel Platforms (also available in black)
By Harley Werner
The high-octane shoe designer Ruthie Davis recently had a chat with me about her career, her fierce F/W ‘10 collection, and celebrity fans. Read-up on this lovely lady and get to know Ruthie Davis because she’s here to stay!
I first spotted Ruthie in the tents at fashion week (FW ‘10), she was wearing her ‘Sushi Rock & Roll’ pumps and they stood out in a sea of NY’s best heeled women, so that says a lot! She was there to watch her collection walk down the runway in the Dennis Basso show, so I snapped her photo for our street fashion page- Shoes on the street, and claimed my seat at the DB show with the rest of the photographers. Ruthies shoes stole the show, it was hard to see anything but the spikes and double platforms of her dark and complex creations. But all of that was months ago, and now her FW ‘10 collection is in stores ready to be picked up and loved by deserving women. Here’s a look at the collection again and stores where you can purchase!
Ruthie Davis Sushi Rock & Roll spiked pumps
Ruthie Davis Vamp double platform pumps
Ruthie Davis Edge side zipper booties
Ruthie Davis Pierced pumps with Vampire heel
Ruthie Davis Cut peep-toe cut out booties
Ruthie Davis Fall/Winter 2010 mary janes
Ruthie Davis Spike pumps
Enjoy shoe lovers!
I came across these Sam Edelman ‘Quantum’ beaded and jeweled stiletto booties and had to share them with you.
Sam Edelman 'Quantum' booties
Love the bedazzled back and sleek heel! Available at Lord & Taylor for $300.
Online & in-stores going on now! Designers like Christian Louboutin, Prada, Givenchy, Giuseppe Zanotti…
Carrie Bradshaw is back and her fashion sense is better than ever. This time she trades in her Manolos for the likes of Christian Louboutin and Brian Atwood. Louboutin’s red soles are in more scenes than any other character and have been in as many photo shoots as Sarah Jessica Parker. The latest instalment of our favorite incredibly fashion forward gals will no doubt have every fashionista running to the nearest Barneys in search of the hottest summer trends, but be ready to mortgage your home because several of these looks will cost you over $1000!
Christian Louboutin
Louboutin gold sparkle pumps over $3000
At Barneys NY for $1795
Louboutin Bridget booties $1795
Louboutin Gino t-strap pumps $865
Brian Atwood Loca pumps
Korean designer Bonnie of Suecomma Bonnie has been on the scene 2003, but her styles never fail to test the current boundaries of fashion, making a mark with her hot pink soles and interesting use of textures. In the new Bouquet line for Autumn/Winter, the designer uses swarovski crystals and flower ribbons to offset the dark leather and suedes. Creative and chic, Suecomma Bonnie’s heels, flats and boots appeal to a great range of women, regardless of age, and will add flare to any outfit, whether it be jeans or a cocktail dress.
Prices range from $180-$400
Find Suecomma Bonnie at:
- Jimmy’s in Brooklyn
- The Wynn- Las Vegas
- Sassanova- Washington, DC
- The Perfect Pair Boutique- Nashville, TN
- Satine- Los Angeles, CA
- The Shoe Box- NYC
