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Boots

Alexander McQueen Perfecto Neck Leather Boot

Why must these Alexander McQueen boots ($1,194) be peep-toes! I love that this shoe looks like a leather jacket. It has this great feminine rock-n-roll edge that even someone like myself who can never pull of the rocker look, could get away with. They actually remind me of those metallic bootie Loubies from a few … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Perfecto Neck Leather Boot”

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Christian Louboutin Flannel Espadrille Bootie

Espadrille for Fall? Is that unheard of, or just totally fabulous? Christian Louboutin has always said he does not follow trends, he just makes shoes he loves. Well, I am one for stepping away from the crowd and these effortless flannel espadrilles will certainly fit the bill and keep things simple for me. For fall, … Continue reading “Christian Louboutin Flannel Espadrille Bootie”

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Lace Up Rubber Wellies: Snob or Slob?

I go back and forth between “snob” and “slob” with these See by Chloe Lace-Up Rubber Wellington Boots ($195). Light gray with a touch of fluorescent pink happens to be one of my favorite color combinations (if you’re traveling around Europe this summer, stop by Pinko they have some contemporary-priced finds in this color combo … Continue reading “Lace Up Rubber Wellies: Snob or Slob?”

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Custom Bruno Frisoni Boots for Cate Blanchett in “Robin Hood”

She may have carried a Roger Vivier silver sequin Prisme clutch while walking the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival while premiering her “Robin Hood” film, but Cate Blanchett’s relationship with Bruno Frisoni goes far beyond a simple bag loan. The Oscar-winning actress collaborated on a pair of exquisite thigh-high boots with the genius … Continue reading “Custom Bruno Frisoni Boots for Cate Blanchett in “Robin Hood””

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Lucila Iotti Shoes

I’m obsessed with Lucila Iotti shoes! The super sexy shoes are designed by Iotti in her hometown of Buenos Aires where her father, Jorge Iotti, began his tailoring shop in 1920 (the designer has a boutique there as well…can’t wait till March when I’m in Argentina to check it out!). Iotti uses a variety of … Continue reading “Lucila Iotti Shoes”

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Jimmy Choo Collaborating with Ugg Australia

File this one under love it or hate it. On the heels of its hugely successful collaboration with H&M,Jimmy Choo this morning announced that it is partnering with UGG Australia to launch a limited edition, five-piece collection debuting in October. The label on each shoe will read: “Ugg & Jimmy Choo.” This marks the first … Continue reading “Jimmy Choo Collaborating with Ugg Australia”

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