What else do you need? Nothing when you wear these crazy studded Alexander McQueens ($1,260)! Rather than go full-on gold plait, the use of studs creates a rock and roll aesthetic. Even the five-inch heels (curved ever-so-subtly for a sculptural silhouette) are covered in the things. With statement creations like these, all you need to … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Studded Leather and Suede Pumps: Three Ways”
When I think of stereotypical “sexy” boots, it’s hard not to picture Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, her black patent-leather boots reaching all the way up to her thighs. While Vivian got a 180º makeover, she would have been better off updating her hooker heels for a pair of these genuinely sexy boots. As in, sexy … Continue reading “Top 5 Hot, Killer Boots: Knock ’Em Dead”
These sandals are completely, certifiably insane. So how can you not love them? I, for one, am head over heels for Alexander McQueen’s latest heel-less wonders. It’s all about the overall effect, but one detail is more awe-striking than the next. And yes, awe-striking also means totally impractical. First of all, the fully bloomed appliqué … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Enameled Flower Suede Platform Sandals: In Your Dreams”
There’s no need to go the clown route for Halloween-themed bags – these will carry you through fall looking festive and chic. I love orange, but orange and black together always screams Halloween!, so we’ve been saving these for the most fun holiday of the year. I still love dressing up; I’m going as Katniss Everdeen and … Continue reading “Top 5 Halloween Treats: Goodie Bags”
Mirrored vinyl may sound like something frighteningly tacky, but bags speak louder than words. McQ Alexander McQueen, a brand you can always count on for a lighthearted take on gritty edge, has produced sleek and shiny decadence that is anything but vulgar, and now I’m saying, “Let it shine.” Sometimes high-octane gleam looks too much … Continue reading “McQ Alexander McQueen’s Kingsland Shopper and Collar Stud Wallet: Gold Rush”
Fall might be hot on our heels, but I’m not ready to give up showing skin entirely. The best way to do it without a big reveal? The laser-cut shoe, punctured with care and deliciously, delicately suggestive. Just a hint of skin is all you need, and these precision-perfect cutouts make a smooth transition as … Continue reading “Top Precision-Cut Shoes: With Laser Focus”