Raphael Young Panther Printed Leather Ankle Boots: Oh, Day-um.
I absolutely love these. Love. The printed brown leather booties may not be what jumps to mind when you think of the upcoming season, but if you get creative, these could take you from downtown to day time with an ombré edge. Usually, I’m not a huge fan of pointed toes. They have a tendency … Continue reading “Raphael Young Panther Printed Leather Ankle Boots: Oh, Day-um.”
Miu Miu Three-Tone Wing-Tip Boot: Penguins With Bow-Ties
These make me think of a penguin on Broadway for some reason. It must be the fancy black and white design that makes me think of the little guys because I feel like penguins are always wearing tuxedos. In this case, they would also be wearing gold bow-ties. How dapper of them. The Miu Miu … Continue reading “Miu Miu Three-Tone Wing-Tip Boot: Penguins With Bow-Ties”
Prada Shoes Fall 2011
Distorted Mary-Jane or convoluted boot. However you describe Miuccia Prada’s fall boot–shown with practically every look at her fall show Thursday–they are certainly statement making. For one, they cling to the calf, so this boot is not going to be for every woman. Secondly, their patchworked elements–the suede, snakeskin and glitter–can be a bit intense. … Continue reading “Prada Shoes Fall 2011”
Alexander Wang Raven cutout textured leather boots: Sandooties
Don’t let the name fool you, these are about as far from boots as you can get. The Alexander Wang Raven cutout textured leather boots are pretty much sandals with a vest on. They sit on a 3 inch heel and are super eye catching. These would add edge to any outfit. These saucy little … Continue reading “Alexander Wang Raven cutout textured leather boots: Sandooties”
Victoria Beckham Shoes Fall 2011
While her fall collection was saturated in rich colors like magenta, saffron, vermillion and sand, the boots she created in collaboration with Christian Louboutin was punchy too. Cast in a few matching hues, they are cut high and column-like in elegant suede and leather berry tones. No stiletto heel, just one version of a boot … Continue reading “Victoria Beckham Shoes Fall 2011”
Prabal Gurung Shoes Fall 2011
Sex thy name is Nicholas Kirkwood. It’s incredible to see the mastery this young Brit has–and the shoes he designed in collaboration with Prabal Gurung for the latter’s fall show were remarkable in their toughness and refined spirit. I love the buckle detail of the leather straps that wrap around the heel itself to come … Continue reading “Prabal Gurung Shoes Fall 2011”