Did you notice that I changed the name of my blog from "The Shoe Girl" to "Confessions of a Shoe Girl"?
Well, I did. So don't be confused.
;)
Tuesday, 30 September 2008
These are easy to stack and see-through, so it's easy to see what's inside without digging.
You can get them in packs of 20 for $35.80 (or 1.79 a piece) which is a great deal!
Please ignore the totally heinous shoes they photographed inside the box. They obviously aren't "shoe people".
I think these would look really sexy on the foot and the effect of the two layers would probably make an ankle look smaller. I love this trend of oversized booties, a-la-YSL. I think its a great silhouette for Fall and I want to try one out.
I went to the YSL store and tried their oversized shaft bootie and it was to DIE for. Too bad the price would cause me to miss a mortgage payment. They are super sexy as well.
*ysl image thanks to theshoegoddess.com
Monday, 29 September 2008
When reader Elaine sent these in I thought maybe they were a joke. Maybe someone photoshopped the heels out?
Nope. These Antonio Berardi PVC boots are the real deal. $6,000 worth of PVC in fact. (PVC is a type of plastic- not leather- sometimes called pleather) I can't imagine that wearing over the knee PVC could in any way be comfortable. There's NO breathability to this fabric at all. Maybe she uses them as a weight loss tool? Who knows. If you look closely though, you can see "fog" on the outside of the boot from her sweaty sweat. Ich.
Crazy?? I think so. I can walk in some pretty high heels, but these? I kind of doubt it. Point, set match- Posh. Congratulations bitch, you have David Beckham and crazier heels than me. 
Saturday, 27 September 2008
Happy Saturday people! I'm super exhausted from last night and I have no idea why. I didn't have as much as a sip of alcohol! We went to Detroit Bar and this little gay bar called Tin Lizzie Saloon. It was a fun night that ended in greasy Mexican food.
ANYWAY-
So a while back this guy Mark Schwartz sent me a link to his website that features his artwork, and then last week fellow blogger Tokyo Bunnie sent me his link. I figured it was time to talk about him. His website is called highheeledart.com. There are some really interesting paintings in there, all of shoes and boots. Check it out! This one on the left is on of my favorites.
So a while back this guy Mark Schwartz sent me a link to his website that features his artwork, and then last week fellow blogger Tokyo Bunnie sent me his link. I figured it was time to talk about him. His website is called highheeledart.com. There are some really interesting paintings in there, all of shoes and boots. Check it out! This one on the left is on of my favorites.
Friday, 26 September 2008
My friend Sheva and I just went to my favorite local sushi place, Full Moon, for some yummy lunch. We also got our IQs knocked down a few points. I am now stupider because of what I heard.
SO there was this loud mouthed lady sitting near us at the sushi bar talking "politics"... LOUDLY. She was one of those obnoxious people who compensates for her lack of knowledge on a subject by projecting her voice as loud as possible so everyone around her is forced to listen.
She started her conversation off with the traditional chiché statement "You have to get out and vote guys!" (talking to the two men she was eating with)
With that remark Sheva and I rolled our eyes at each other and laughed a little.
Then she want on with more blanket statements like "All I know is I'm not voting Republican!" and "We need a change. Obama is all about change"
Ya lady, I have a TV as well.
Then came the killer. "If McCain was going to have a woman vice president why couldn't he at least have picked Hillary!? At least her daughter isn't pregnant!"
to which her friend replied "Well, they're from different parties, so..."
and SHE said "Well that would sure make a statement!"
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! From that point Sheva and I just couldn't take it anymore. We rudely laughed out loud and finished the rest of our lunch as fast as possible, loudly quoting the Miss Teen USA speech. "Such as the Iraq and everywhere such as." (if you dont know what I'm talking about PLEASE check this clip out- it's amazing.)
Just thought I'd share.
That's lucky pair #13. Let's see if it brings me any luck? If nothing else they'll make my legs longer and any outfit sexier.
I knew that having a Louboutin boutique so close would be a problem... I just didn't think it would affect me so fast.
C'est la vie! The life of a shoe girl.
Thursday, 25 September 2008
I think they look pretty bad ass- although not at all wearable. I think they're meant as more of an artistic statement than a fashion statement. I mean, I doubt the designer expects us to walk the streets sole-less. Right?? haha- then again, who knows. Designers are getting crazier and crazier.
***UPDATE- These are from the Aminaka Wilmont runway show. Thanks to reader Lindsay for that info!!
I bought them not for their claim that they tone and shape your legs, I'll just assume that that's bullshit and if it does, I'll consider it a bonus. I bought them because I've read on many a blog that they do wonders for lower back and knee pain. Pain I have from the sky high heels I wear. Plus, Oprah listed them as one of her favorite things for Summer, and when is Oprah ever wrong?
So we'll see. They shipped yesterday so they should be here within the next few days. I'll wear them around the house and let you all know if they really make a difference. If you want to try them out or read their user feedback, go to their website, HERE.
Don't give me too much shit for them either, this was not a fashion decision, it's strictly a "my-back-effing-hurts-and-I'd-like-to-continue-wearing-heels-for-as-long-as-possible" thing.
Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Looky looky! I just picked up these motorcycle boots by Frye at Bloomies, and I love them. They're a lot more masculine than what I usually wear but they look great with a pair of skinny jeans and a loose fitting american apparel v-neck. They're super comfy too, just slide them on and go.
The best thing is that Frye is known for their boot making and for their boots lasting forever. So even at $375 (which I think is a GREAT price for a boot) its a total steal.
They're very Kate Moss-ish don't you think?
Tuesday, 23 September 2008
Last night Ben and I went to see CSS (Cansei de Ser Sexy) at the Mayan theater in LA. They were SO amazing!! The lead singer was so rad- jumping around in all her neon body suit glory.
The stage was filled with balloons on strings and at the end they lowered a giant disco ball which got the guy next to me very excited. People were dancing and singing along, gay dudes were making out all over the place... it was quite an event.
For those of you who don't know about them you should definitely check them out. The singers voice and Brazilian accent is the cutest, and their beats are impossible to sit still to.
Here's their Myspace Page.
Ok, so I have finally caught up with all my shows on tivo that I missed while I was in China. I have a few things I'd like to talk about.
1- 90210. I changed my mind. I don't like this show. I don't know if it's because it's getting even cheesier or if it's because I now watch Gossip Girl which is SO much better in every sense of the word. Better clothes, better acting, better script. Also, I'm glad US Weekly talked about the fact that these girls are anorexic and need to eat a damn cheeseburger.
2- Glam God. OK Viv, sweetie? Seriously, what is going on with the wigs?? I took a picture to further illustrate my point. This looks like a dead animal on her head. Yuck.
3- Gossip Girl. I'm all caught up and I am obsessed. Love it!
4- Rachel Zoe Project. I wont watch it. She is horrible and annoying and even watching the previews gives me idiot shivers.
5- Project Runway. This season is on the boring side I'm afraid. Even with the under talented "Suede" referring to himself in the 3rd person and the tanorexic coke head Blane, there's not a lot to hold my attention.
6- The Hills. Shoot me please. I know you all saw the salary list. That boring bitch LC is making $75 g's an episode? WTF?
That's it I think. Are there any shows you guys are watching that you think I need to see?
Monday, 22 September 2008
I don't totally know what I'm doing still, so please bare with my ghetto blog. You can now subscribe to my blog and get emails whenever I post new content. Exciting, right?? haha
Its over there on the top left of the blog. I hope you'll do it!
Thanks everyone for reading and commenting and for all the nice emails!!
xoxo
Yup... that's right, I'm finally getting rid of all my old shoes and putting them all up on ebay. I'll post the link here as soon as I have them up. They're going to be pretty cheap and there are definitely some cute shoes in there. Don't judge me by the ugly ones though... we all had our moments in ugly shoe history. ;)
OH! and I'm an 81/2 so there are sizes 8-9 in there.
So my friend and I were hanging out with our hubbies last night and they decided to watch some Sunday night football. Yuck. We took off and headed over to South Coast Plaza for some shopping.
It was fun, but we were just killing time. Then it happened...
I saw a sign that said Christian Louboutin boutique. 3rd floor Penthouse.
WTF? How is it that I hadn't heard of this? I felt a strange mix of excitement and disappointment. Excited, because I now have a Louboutin boutique in my very own hometown. Disappointed, because I like to think of myself as an in-the-know kinda girl, especially when it comes to fashion and even more so when it's about shoes! I know... get over myself, right? haha
Anyway, so we ran upstairs and it was true. There she was- big bright and beautiful. The brand new Christian Louboutin boutique in all its glory. I didn't have my camera with me and I can't find a picture on the web, so the pic I took with my blackberry will have to do for now. Go see it for yourself though- it's so pretty.
I met the manager, Amita Singh, a sweet and sassy fashionable girl who totally gets my obsession. She's been collecting Louboutins for 5 years. I could tell from our brief conversation that Amita and I have a lot in common and when she mentioned "re-merchandising" her shoe closet I knew I found a friend. haha!
So if you're in the area go check it out. They're the only place in South Coast Plaza that you'll find the red-soled wearable artwork. Friendly sales people and great shoes. Perfect.
Saturday, 20 September 2008
First, there's the patchwork, which I hate even if they hadn't used ostrich. Then there's the fact that they DID use ostrich. Yuck. I've never really understood the use of bumpy pimply like leather on footwear. It's weird.
I hate the kabuki-like bottom. Also weird. Leave that to the little wooden shoes the cute little Japanese servers at sushi restaurants. I dunno, I feel like these would make you look like you had monster feet or something.
Well, I wont back them but if for some reason you DO like these YSL boots, you can find them at Browns for £1,485... and you can waste your mortgage payment on them.
;)
Friday, 19 September 2008
Ok, so I just got home from the Taste of Newport. The food was amazing obviously, but even more amazing was the people watching!! There were SO many cougs it was ridiculous.
For anyone who's not from around here, the Taste is this sort of street fair where lots of local Newport Beach restaurants get together and sell sample portions of their favorite menu items. There's booze and live music and rich dudes. Of COURSE the cougs were out.
So normally when you think street fair you think what? Jeans and some cute but comfortable shoes, ya? Nope. Not in Newps. We saw women with minis and heels, shorts and over-the-knee boots, skinny jeans and sky-high heels. It was amazing. Mostly in bad taste of course, but I did see a woman in these amazing Gucci booties. Go girl.
People watching is definitely one of my favorite things to do. Where's YOUR favorite place to people watch??
Tuesday, 16 September 2008
Reader "Mike" sent this in and it sounds exciting. thought I'd share...
Condé Nast is running a super sweet promotion. The contest is called, “Win the Ultimate Shoe Shopping Experience.”
The winner will get: 1) An all expenses paid trip for two to New York City, including airfare and hotel,
2) A $2,000 shoe shopping spree (!!!) guided by a Condé Nast shopping expert who will also serve as personal stylist,
3) A trip to a posh New York City spa for a pedicure, and
4) The winner will be chauffeured around from destination to destination in a custom Chevy Malibu.
Entry is simple. Just go here and fill out the form.
Entry is simple. Just go here and fill out the form.
(ENTRY FORM)
Once you’ve submitted your entry, you should definitely circle back to the homepage (http://shoprockandroll.com). You’ll find there are lots of deals on shoes, clothes & cosmetics. Just click the “shop” button at the top of the page and you’ll find that most of the items have codes attached that will get you discounts and free items when purchasing.
Once you’ve submitted your entry, you should definitely circle back to the homepage (http://shoprockandroll.com). You’ll find there are lots of deals on shoes, clothes & cosmetics. Just click the “shop” button at the top of the page and you’ll find that most of the items have codes attached that will get you discounts and free items when purchasing.
How awesome is that!? Thanks Mike. :)
Hello everyone who hasn't given up on me! I know it's been way too long but I am in China now and our internet has been out. One of the many joys of working here.
...Right.
Ok, WHY is it that none of you insisted I watch Gossip Girl?? My little sister got the first season on DVD and I brought it to China with me as a time killer and am now completely hooked. I love it! The fashion is sick- it's so right on it borders annoying. I find myself lusting after each new outfit without the budget to back said obsession. I think it's the new Sex and The City as far as being right-on with high end fashion trends and putting them together flawlessly. The costume designer is doing an amazing job. There's a great fashion blog called WhoWhatWear, and they'll actually tell you what the girls are wearing (as seen in the pic above). It's awesome. They talk about other celebs as well. Check it out.
Anyway- so I've been here detailing my Harajuku Lovers summer line and I was feeling like it was missing something... until the fog cleared. I got this (excuse me for tooting my own horn) amazing idea and decided to add 3 new shoes that I think will end up being the best shoes in the whole summer line! I am so excited. I stressed myself out last night racking my brain for new ideas! Glad thats over.
Today is already my last day here and I have SO much to do.
I look forward to getting home and bombarding you all with tons of posts. I have some good material saved up that I want to touch on... but for now its back to cracking the proverbial whip!
XOXO- Shoe Girl
(Yes- I've watched too much Gossip Girl)
;)
Tuesday, 9 September 2008
My best friend's brother passed away on sunday and since then I've been feeling a little bit like a zombie. He and I were in no means close, but he is family to 3 of the most amazing, loving and big-hearted people I've ever been lucky enough to meet. He is and always will be part of the Contreras family. People that I love like my own.
Brandon Conreras died on 9/7/08 and with him died a part, whether big or small, of everyone who knew him. Brandon had a big presence that you couldn't ignore. Good or bad- people that knew him will always remember him. Athough I didn't know him well, I've heard some stories in the past few days that make me wish I had.
Brandon left behind him a younger sister, my very best friend, Sascha Contreras. Truly one of the worlds biggest brightest personalities. Sascha's infectious smile is hard to ignore, and her personality is impossible not to love.
His mother and father, Mike and Ellen Contreras are two of the kindest most giving people I've met. Mike is the kind of dad that would do anything for his children and even their friends. He's the kind of dad that every kid wants- a strong father and a friend.
Ellen is sweet and loving and gives the biggest warmest hugs! Plus she is top 5 best cooks on Earth, I swear.
The outpouring of love for them has been so evident, as every time I go to their house there is a new group of people there to talk and share their support. I'm so grateful for all of those people. I'm so glad to see how many good people there are and how in times of need, people show that side of themselves even when it may be easier to just stay out of it. I'm glad that the Contreras family is getting back some of the love they they are always putting out. :)
Anyway, I just wanted to share my experience and let you all know what's going on. I'll be back soon but right now I feel like it's a little inappropriate to be talking shit and gushing over shoes. I'm off to China on Friday to work on my H.L. summer collection, so I'm sure I'll have plenty of time to write then.
All my love,
Celine, the shoe girl.
Monday, 8 September 2008
Congratulations to my dear friend Ana (designer for Jill Stuart footwear) and her HUSBAND Remy!!!
Ana was married in New York last week in this beautiful dress and, in the style of any good shoe designer, fabulous shoes. Fabulous PINK shoes. fabulous pink SPARKLY shoes!!!
hahaha
I love you Ana! I'm so happy for you both. :)
Thursday, 4 September 2008
Give me a break- as if kids in America don't already have a complex about not having enough STUFF. I know it's about rich kids, but do they have to be so obvious about it? Besides, aren't rich anorexic girls wearing oversized moomoos with belts and oversized handbags and shades à la Rachel Zoe??
I also noticed that all the little teeny teens were sporting high heels to school. Are kids allowed to wear heels these days? Am I getting that old that I think that's totally inappropriate? haha.
Anyway- what did you guys think about the show?? Pretty cheesy, but did you like?
Tuesday, 2 September 2008
First off- I hope everyone had a WONDERFUL labor day weekend full of fun and sunshine!! I missed my blog, and it's good to be back ;)
Trust me, I'd love to put together a killer outfit and rock these one night, but at a steep $1245, it's not gonna happen unless I win the lotto or something. Until then I'll continue to put together fantasy outfits to wear to fantasy parties where people will point and whisper, "damn that girl's got style."
For those of you with money to play though- i'd say go for it. You can find them at Barneys, by Chloe.
Monday, 1 September 2008
I just wanted to repost my intro for those new comers to my blog. I've revised the end since I started doing Harajuku Loves since I started this blog. :)So, a little about me and why I think I can call myself The Shoe Girl.
My name is Celine and I grew up in Huntington Beach, California. I like to joke that I was born in high heels, and although that's obviously not true, I was born with the "shoe bug" in my blood.
My father, a former professional soccer player, came to the US from Morocco in the 70's. He started off as a shoe salesmen (insert Al Bundy joke here) and had a natural talent for it. He worked his way up and eventually co-founded a company called French Follies. They made cute little espadrilles and ballet inspired shoes. From there he went on to Guess and Charles David footwear, where he eventually became President of the company and brought it to its height of popularity in the late 80's.
I was so lucky to grow up around shoes. I was the only girl in the 8th grade wearing the kick ass ankle boots Guess was famous for... and remember those Guess jellies?? Yep. I had those too. And at a whopping hundred bucks a pair, let's just say I made a lot of new friends when I came to school in those! Thats the first time I felt the power of a hot shoe.
In the 90's, my dad left Charles David/Guess Footwear to pursue a new venture... bebe Footwear! It was his first shoe license, and it was super successful. He also started his own line with his namesake, Joey O. From there, he got the licenses for lines like Laundry by Shelly Segal footwear, Antik Denim footwear, Playboy footwear, Zinc foowear, Hale Bob footwear, Badgley Mischka footwear, Betsey Johnson footwear, Betseyville footwear, L.A.M.B. Footwear, Harajuku Lovers footwear, Jill Stuart footwear, and JLO Footwear. Awesome, right!? :) did I type "footwear" enough?
So... like I said, shoes are in my blood! I realized this at an early age, when I would go into my mom's closet and pull out her shoes and clear off my book shelves, fill them with shoes, and put a sign up that said "Shoe Show". I didn't really know what it meant, other than that was where my dad was always flying off to. Shoe shows. I wanted to be a part of it!
I went to design school in Milan, Italy when I was 20. My professors at Ars Sutoria taught me all about making shoes, including sketching, pattern making, leather tanning, and lots of technical shoe stuff. It was intense.
From shoe school to designer! After graduating from my shoe program I went back home and started working as the assistant to the designer of my dad's company, Titan Industries. At the time, we were only making bebe and Joey O Footwear, and were about to go after our second license, JLO Footwear. I was a part of that project and I loved it! It was so exciting putting what I had learned to use. I was off to China and working my butt off. I was the assistant to our head designer for a little over a year when I got offered the job of taking over as the designer for Playboy. It wasn't anything I had ever thought I would do, but it was a chance to be my own designer! No more assisting!!! I took it! Then, a few months after accepting the position as designer for Playboy, I was offered another line; Zinc footwear! I took it!!! I loved working with Zinc. The clothing was cute and the shoes were much more "my style".
Later still, about a year ago, I was given the job as designer of JLO footwear. I also recently got the job of designing the Harajuku Lovers collection which we launched in August this year. I love this new collection and I can't wait for them to be available in stores! JLO is an international only brand, so I never get to see the fruits of my labor.
I love my job! I get to work with shoes every day. It's my job to look at shoes in magazines, online, in stores, and on the streets. It's a dream job honestly, and I feel lucky every day. My obsession is my job! So cool!
So anyway, here I am. Here's my blog. I hope you've enjoyed reading it so far. It's been fun for me and I hope that shows. :)
Thank you all for reading and for those of you who comment. Every new comment in my inbox makes me realize that I'm not talking to myself. haha
Friday, 29 August 2008
So I got my YSL's and I'm thinking of debuting them this weekend. They are even HOTTER in person (although they are also more stripper-like in person too)!
I think they are like, borderline fetish shoes cause they're so dang high.
I am loving this bright yellow sole thing it's got going on too! I had no idea it was like that. There was also a turquoise bottom, but that was without the ankle strap.
What do you guys think??
Thursday, 28 August 2008
So I'm sure you all know that the wellington is going to be HUGE this season, even in places like California where they're as impractical as Uggs in the summer. How often does it rain her? Like 5x a year?
Anyway, It seems like every brand is doing them, so you'll have lots to choose from. There's everyting from the plain and traditional and the young and extreme. You'll see all kinds of wacky prints and colors.
I personally love these plain wellys from Marni. I love the navy color. It's a nice go-with-everything look without being boring black. You can find them at Browns for about £85
Tuesday, 26 August 2008
Monday, 25 August 2008
Have you guys seen/smelled the new Harajuku Lovers fragrances?? They are SO cute and smell yumm yummy!
There are 5 different fragrances to represent each of Gwen's Harajuku girls, (Love, Lil' Angel, Music, and Baby) and one to represent Gwen herself. (called "G", Gwen's sent is a coconutty smell and is my favorite)
They're all as sweet smelling as they look and come in 2 sizes- both with the dolls as lids. I saw them at Nordstrom yesterday, ir you can find them at beauty.com, here.
Sunday, 24 August 2008
For those of you who don't read the comments- I thought this may be of interest.
Anonymous said...
If you design the shoes, what exactly does she do beside have her name attached? Does she give you ideas and then you go with it to create shoes?
My answer is this...
Well, to be clear- I don't design LAMB, I do Harajuku Lovers.
The way it works is that Gwen gives us design direction and inspiration and is really specific about what she wants to see. Then we go off and design the lines and bring her samples and she corrects, changes and approves the designs. She is really involved, because she wants to be. Yes, she isn't TECHNICALLY designing the shoes, but I think it's in the same way that Marc Jacobs works. He doesn't design his shoe line either you know... but he is involved. You may or may not be surprised to find that many designers don't do the brunt of the design work. Once they hit it big they hire us to do it for them. ;)
:)
:)
So at Titan Industries we get updated on all our editorial credits for each line in various magazines...
Well I can't help but notice that we've gotten like a dozen of Gwen in this sandal in all the different colors.
It may be obvious to you guys... like- well duh! Of course she wears her own shoes.
Well, yea guys. It should be that obvious, but most of the time it's not. Look at Jennifer Lopez for instance. Or Jessica Simpson. Do you ever see them rocking their own shoes? No.
So I just want to say that I think its SO cool that Gwen really backs her own brand and product. It makes me proud to be a part of her whole deal. It shows that she really has an interest in it and that she's not just slapping her name on things to make a buck.
I heart Gwen Stefani. ;)
Saturday, 23 August 2008
Ok, so this is my newest obsession. Her name is Kukula and she is SO stinkin' talented. I'm a huge fan of her paintings and the way she paints these adorable soft feminine girls.
In my opinion, she's the best thing to come around since Fafi, and I hope to own one of her pieces soon.
I love her attention to detail. I can tell she's a shoe lover because she always paints the cutest shoes on the girls. It's usually the first thing I notice when I see her stuff.
Anyway, here is her website link. Check her out- I know you'll love her!
How cute is this!? I couldn't help but get one for my dog. So adorable!! Trixie + Peanut has some seriously cute things for dogs, you should check it out for sure.
I can't wait for my sailor inspired Harajuku Lovers shoes to match Banksy's new harness!! Can you imagine? Ugh- I wanna barf already! We'll be so cute together. haha
Friday, 22 August 2008
I LOVE crappy reality shows. The cheesier the better. I love the drama, the competition, and the crazy characters that make fools of themselves.
Well here's a show that fits the criteria! Glam God on vh1. It's hilarious, and has all the ingredients to make a lovely batch of tacky goodness.
The show's about aspiring stylists fighting to get the title of Glam God. The stylists have challenges where they dress models to see who is the best at styling for each given situation. There are so many strange and dramatic people on this show, as you can imagine. Get a bunch of eccentric fashion people in one room and who knows what'll happen! Id' say that so far Handry is my favorite contestant. He's some kind of Hispanic and has the best accent ever. Think Birdcage... Very flamboyantly gay. Very dramatic.
And speaking of flamboyantly gay... Vivica Fox hosts and is the closest thing to a gay man without being either gay, or a man.
Anyway, I'd say this show is worth checking out if you like mindless TV. Thursdays on vh1 :)
So there are some days where I post multiple posts, and others where nothing is posted. I've decided to broaden my blog a bit to encompass the various things that make me tick... more than just shoes. There's more to me than just shoes, so maybe there should be more to my blog? Plus, I figure it'll give me more to talk about.
There are lots of things that inspire me and I'd like to touch on those subjects from time to time. Things like music, books, art and clothing. My husband and his projects, my dog and his antics. My friends and my traveling...
So anyway, I hope you all enjoy reading about more than just shoes... and if you don't- just skip the boring parts. ;)
Not to worry though, there will still be mostly shoe things since I just can't help myself from obsessing all day.
Thursday, 21 August 2008
How funny is this!? Two shoes in one.
I always love to hear people's ideas about new shoe inventions. They usually include some kind of gimmicky catch, like a retractable heel that can be worn high or low, or a changeable snap-on upper. Seriously, I hear these ideas often and I always smile and nod as though it were the first time I'd heard it.
This one, whatever your opinion of how it looks is, is pretty clever. I'm still trying to work out why you would need two shoes in one, but still... cute idea.
I know that Mr. Louboutin can't hold the exclusive rights to the red sole, but we all know it's his "thing" right? I feel a little weird about these shoes having a red sole. And there are a few styles they made with red soles, all very Louboutin-esque. I also notice that all the red-soled shoes are sold out. Coinsidance? Doubt it.
Sure, they aren't a total knockoff- they're just sexy shoes... but I can't help wonder- what do you do when you're wearing these and someone goes "OOH!! I love your Christian Louboutins!"
Do you say thanks and let her believe they are the real thing? Do you correct her?
I don't know. You guys probably think I'm being melodramatic but THESE are the things I think about. What do YOU think?? Would YOU be embarrassed to rock a non-Louboutin red sole? Or would you just rock it?
Tuesday, 19 August 2008
I just scooped these FarylRobin "warrior" sandals up on shopbop... ON SALE!! for $95. I love them, even though it's a little late in the season for buying them. ;)
I wore them in LA all day and I'm being totally serious when I say that they may be the most comfortable shoes I own. They're super cute AND comfy?? I see no downside. Oh! And on sale! Bonus.
They come in cream as well, which I think would be beautiful on some summer bronzed legs! I went for black... but love them both.
So this is this seasons new "it" shoe by YSL and I just pre-ordered mine today.
These are seriously perfect. A great basic (without being the slightest bit boring) pump that you can wear with just about everything. I am so excited to see these babies in person.
The salesperson at YSL said they should be in some time next week, so hopefully they aren't delayed for any reason!! They're already sold out too. How nuts is that?
So I have high hopes for this shoe. I think we'll be seeing a lot more of her this Fall.
If you want YOURS, pre-order now at Saks!!!!
Monday, 18 August 2008
So we're going to launch a new line of high-end women's footwear, but we need a NAME! What are some of your suggestions? If you submit a winning suggestion you'll get $100! Woo hoo!
I know it's not much, but thats $100 closer to a new pair of hot shoes. ;)
Leave your suggestions in a comment! Good luck.
Friday, 15 August 2008
Thursday, 14 August 2008
I'm so excited for Fall and all the lovely boots that are sure to pop up. Every time I'm out and see an awesome pair I actually get excited for the chillier weather to come around.
Any-hoo, I saw these in my Urban Outfitters catalogue this morning and was very excited. I love the little vintage inspired heel and round toe shape. I'm also really feeling the slouchyness of it all and imagining how amazing these will look with my new William Rast skinny jeans! ;) There are snaps on the boot so you can wear them up or down... a nice detail I think.
You can find them at Urban Outfitters for $125. An awesome deal if you ask me! (click the link for more detailed images)
Wednesday, 13 August 2008
So I was gettin' my hair did today and one of the hair stylists had these boots on, and though they are totally not something I would think of as "my style", she was rocking them so hard.
She wore them with super skinny dark jeans and a snug fitting red plaid shirt with the sleeves rolled up. SO cute you guys. I always love that mix of feminine and masculine, as long as the feminine prevails. It's so cute.
These are by Fiorentini + Baker and are at Barneys for under $500, which I think is pretty great.
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