Lanvin Python & Mongolian Fur Pumps Written on September 5, 2010, by galligator.
No surprise to any of our regular readers is the rather obvious fact that I like shoes. This is beyond the actual ’shoes I’d like to wear’ and into the land of ‘If I had an unlimited budget I’d consider opening a shoe-museum’. There are simply too many love-them or hate-them… yet always interesting-to-look-at shoes [...]
Alaia Lasercut Haircalf Suede Booties Written on August 31, 2010, by galligator.
Alaia cutout calf hair platform pumps $2375 via Net-a-porter.
These layered, laser-cut overlay booties almost make me wish I could get married all over again just to have an excuse to own them. They visually scream, “Unforgettable fall wedding.” Lucky, indeed, is the gal who scores these beautiful ankle boots to wear under her wedding gown.
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Bottega Veneta Fall 2010 Wedge Ankle Boots Written on August 30, 2010, by galligator.
Looking at these wedges from Bottega Veneta, I feel like they are taking a page from the types of styles normally seen coming from Marc Jacobs or John Fluevog*. These could easily have looked awkward and unbalanced, but the smoothed-out edges and swept-forward angles allow these to be that rare, successful, blend of a chunky [...]
Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 Boots Written on August 23, 2010, by galligator.
I like my boots cute, sassy, and wearable. Sky-high, stiletto, knee boots may be sexy as hell, but they are just too impractical for the wet, windy, and occasionally icy conditions that fall and winter bring into the life of a gal living in the Pacific Northwest.
So, now I must give a big “Thank you” [...]
Coach ‘Legra’ Boot Written on August 21, 2010, by galligator.
Coach ‘Legra’ $298 at Dillards, Nordstrom & Macys
I’m not really feeling a lot of the Coach purses this season. The colors and sequins are over the top – even for me. But with this boot, I could finally visualize myself wearing a pair of Coach shoes that were subtle with just a hint of [...]
Q by Pasquale: Spring 2011 Sneak Peek Written on August 20, 2010, by galligator.
Some of you will remember that several months back I had the pleasure of chatting with Pasquale Fabrizio about his fabulous, limited-edition, Murano glass shoe collection.
“Argento” – Q by Pasquale 2010
For those shoe fans who exist on budgets too tight to accommodate the $7500 price tag of the original limited-edition shoes, the spring 2011 line [...]
Alexander Wang Freja Boots Written on August 19, 2010, by galligator.
Alexander Wang ‘Freja’ knee-high lace up boot $1095 at Saks.com & Shopbop.com
I’ve been having a bit of a crush-fest on shoe offerings from Alexander Wang this year. Let’s face it, Alexander Wang is one of those fashion houses that loves designing shoes and does them right.
These ‘Freja’ boots are a perfect example. A cool-weather variation [...]
Nina Ricci Patent Open Toe Sandals Written on August 14, 2010, by galligator.
I’m not usually that big a fan of patent-leather shoes, or of retro-chunky platforms. But, the shape and line of these almost makes me forget that they are just a little bit thick in the heel. I find myself falling for them. Hard. They look all smooth and swooshy & I just want to touch [...]
Sergio Rossi Crystal Spiral Heel Sandals Written on August 13, 2010, by galligator.
Luisaviaroma.com may just be my new favorite online store-that-I-can’t-afford-to-shop-at. The sound you are now hearing is me sighing wistfully.
Self-pity over; here’s a treat from the website in question. Set your eyes on this sparkling Sergio Rossi creation.
The strappy caged upper hints at the shape of a bow. Certainly these would be an amazing present for [...]
Cheap Thrills: Payless BOGO Written on August 12, 2010, by galligator.
I love drooling over designer shoes as much as the next shoe-lover. But, since many shoe-lovers have caviar tastes on a popcorn budget, Payless is still a popular go-to shoe store; particularly when they are having a BOGO sale promo (as they are doing now). Here are some picks for the frugal fashionista.
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