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Alexandre Birman Croc-Embossed Open-Toe Ankle Boots: Pull Yourself Up by Your Bootstraps

Have you noticed that sandal-turned-boots can either look really chic (a perfect compromise that shows off your feet while giving overall coverage) or really puzzling (when the proportions are off they can look like an overfed sandal or a flash-happy boot)? Alexandre Birman’s crocodile-embossed ankle boots are most definitely the former. The cutouts show off … Continue reading “Alexandre Birman Croc-Embossed Open-Toe Ankle Boots: Pull Yourself Up by Your Bootstraps”

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3.1 Phillip Lim “Lara” Ankle Boot: Knocking Booties

Calf-hair seems to be the new leather (Alaïa, Krakoff, Zanotti, Atwood, everybody’s doing it!) and it’s all about the bootie. Which means, I better get myself a pair of calf-hair booties for fal! But not just any bootie. No, I want ones that will turn my style up a notch. Or four. The super-low “Lara” … Continue reading “3.1 Phillip Lim “Lara” Ankle Boot: Knocking Booties”

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Ralph Lauren “Teressa” Calfskin Buckled Boots: Easy Rider

There’s something to be said for a true classic. Let’s get reacquainted with the quintessential Ralph Lauren boot. Sometimes a style is so enduring, it has the ability to feel brand-new. He has always designed for the ruggedly chic woman, one who is as comfortable in the grass as she is at a sidewalk café. … Continue reading “Ralph Lauren “Teressa” Calfskin Buckled Boots: Easy Rider”

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Miu Miu Glitter & Suede Bootie: Christmas Come Early!

I know it’s far too early to get thinking about seasonal shoes but these may be too cute to pass by. The Miu Miu glitter and suede booties have pleated suede mixed with black glitter that gives the perfect mix of fancy with wear-ability. The peep toe brings the evening affect look to these glamorous … Continue reading “Miu Miu Glitter & Suede Bootie: Christmas Come Early!”

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Giuseppe Zanotti Double Platform Bootie: Double Trouble/Double Fun

Oh, hello handsome. The Giuseppe Zanotti Double Platform Bootie doubles your pleasure and doubles your heel-boost with an almost 6 inch heel and thick platform. The soft suede makes these edgy shoes a bit more fem but still keep the sex appeal with a side zipper and sharp lines. These shoes are simple, yet pack … Continue reading “Giuseppe Zanotti Double Platform Bootie: Double Trouble/Double Fun”

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Joe’s Jeans Corby Wedge Booties: Summer Stomping Never Looked So Good

Wrinkled soft tan leather, suede inset, covered platform and a peep toe to boot? (haha) The Joe’s Jeans Corby Wedge Booties are my absolute favorite for summer boot/wedge wear. They are a cool 5″ with a 1.5″ platform and slip on like Cinderella’s slipper. These would be perfect with some distressed Current/Elliot boyfriend jeans and … Continue reading “Joe’s Jeans Corby Wedge Booties: Summer Stomping Never Looked So Good”

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