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Brian Atwood New Maniac Patent Leather Pump: Nude is the new Black

Nude pumps are a staple in my closet. They come in handy so many times a week that I have come to collect about 6 pairs ranging in height and dressy-ness. These Brian Atwood pumps are perfect for day and night. With curvy sides and sexy patent leather, these make great going out shoes with … Continue reading “Brian Atwood New Maniac Patent Leather Pump: Nude is the new Black”

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Top 5 Pink and Red-Hot Combos: A One-Two Punch

I just can’t get enough of this sugar-and-spice combination. There is nothing like a clash-happy burst of pink and red for an all-powerful, extra-hot fusion. Whether you go classic and quintessential (a la Charlotte Olympia) or you opt for a freewheeling fling (see Sergio Rossi or B Brian Atwood), I recommend you blaze through summer … Continue reading “Top 5 Pink and Red-Hot Combos: A One-Two Punch”

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B Brian Atwood Snakeskin Colorblock Platform Pumps: Tricky or Treat

Actually, it’s both! No doubt this is one tricky, action-packed shoe. But done right – and I know you could do it justice – this pump owns that crazy-covetable, amazingly spectacular look that reveals to all that you you’ve got “It” with a capital I. And “It” requires that you push the envelope a bit. … Continue reading “B Brian Atwood Snakeskin Colorblock Platform Pumps: Tricky or Treat”

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Emily VanCamp in Brian Atwood

A bright pop of yellow makes a dull dress shine. These Brian Atwood Alida peep toes with a ribbon vamp will pretty make any outfit.  Emily VanCamp from Revenge has gone the graceful and elegant direction with a navy lace mini. Or you can take a totally different route, for the warm weather this is … Continue reading “Emily VanCamp in Brian Atwood”

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Top 5 Woven Wonders: Twisted Raffia

There is raffia, and then there is raffia. This season, we are seeing ingenious uses of the material; it has been appropriated into styles we have never experienced, from oxfords to colorblocked platforms. I never thought raffia could get so funky, but I love the fun it’s having. Raffia is finally showcasing its individuality, so … Continue reading “Top 5 Woven Wonders: Twisted Raffia”

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B Brian Atwood Snakeskin Peep-Toe Pump: Almost Too Good to B True

Just launched in September, the B collection is already a bona fide huge hit. With shoes like this for $300, it’s like duh, of course it would be. This snakeskin pump (yes, it’s real, not stamped leather!) is pretty much the best deal on the planet. You get an expensive-looking shoe with true Brian Atwood … Continue reading “B Brian Atwood Snakeskin Peep-Toe Pump: Almost Too Good to B True”

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