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Altuzarra Fall 2012 Collection: High, Low, East, West

Legs bare and legs covered up to there. When it came to the shoes at Altuzarra’s Fall show, they were all or nothing, but whatever the proportion, the level of style was high and heavy. His inspiration: Corto Maltese, the sailor hero of a retro French comic book, who had exploits in Morocco and India … Continue reading “Altuzarra Fall 2012 Collection: High, Low, East, West”

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Alexander Wang Fall 2012 Collection: The Child is Gone

The boy has become a man – and now Alexander Wang’s girl has become a woman. With impeccable tailoring, mature restraint, and an interesting sense of sobriety, it is clear Wang has come a long way as of Fall 2012. Luckily, that doesn’t mean he has gotten boring. Almost every bit of fabric was a … Continue reading “Alexander Wang Fall 2012 Collection: The Child is Gone”

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Burberry Buckled Leather Ankle Boots: Easy- Breezy Booties

If you are looking for a casual yet chic boot to take you into spring, look no further than the Burberry Buckled Leather Ankle Boots. This ankle high mushroom leather pair is going to be the hot item for laid back wear when the weather warms. With buckle fastening detail and a perfect taupe color, … Continue reading “Burberry Buckled Leather Ankle Boots: Easy- Breezy Booties”

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Bruno Cucinelli Feathered Motorcycle Boot: Don’t Ruffle These Feathers

According to studies, motorcycle accidents are more dangerous than car accidents which is why it’s highly advised to put on safety gear like this classic motorcycle boot when riding a motorcycle. I love Bruno Cucinelli, but these boots are downright silly. I’m all for a little flair where you least expect it, ankles included, especially … Continue reading “Bruno Cucinelli Feathered Motorcycle Boot: Don’t Ruffle These Feathers”

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Maison Martin Margiela Tabi Calfskin Boots: Bad Animal Instincts

Literal camel toes. I kid you not. I see that Margiela is perhaps being subversive here, but you’re the one who has to walk around in these with a straight face. I cannot look at these without the mental image of thin tight pants and a wedgie. Or a cloven hoof beast. Even if you … Continue reading “Maison Martin Margiela Tabi Calfskin Boots: Bad Animal Instincts”

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Burak Uyan Textured-Leather Ankle Boots: What a Difference a Sale Makes

Sea foam-colored shoes normally aren’t at the top of my shopping list, whatever the season. But now at second glance, these offbeat Burak Uyan ankle boots are striking my fancy. Maybe it’s that sudden 30% that has me doing a double take (knock a few hundred bucks off the price and it can change everything). … Continue reading “Burak Uyan Textured-Leather Ankle Boots: What a Difference a Sale Makes”

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