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Alexander Wang Ostrich Giant Eyeglass Case Clutch: Out of Sight

It could be none other than the one and only Wang. No, this case doesn’t house eyeglasses fit for a giant.The shape is simply nspired by a super-sized glasses case and because it’s Alexander Wang, the look is cool when it’s kooky. But don’t let the name turn you off. This clutch isn’t so kooky … Continue reading “Alexander Wang Ostrich Giant Eyeglass Case Clutch: Out of Sight”

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Lanvin Python Trousse Sac: Sacking This Deal

At Barneys New York for $739 from $1,855.

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Christian Louboutin Daf Booty Tag: The Platinum Standard

Read my previous review of the Christian Louboutin Daf Booty Tag. Part of the Christian Louboutin 20th Anniversary (the platinum anniversary) collection, available at Barneys New York for $2,695.

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Lanvin Grosgrain Tie Snake-Embossed Sandals: Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down

My obsession with Lanvin heels does not seem to be slowing down. I’ll gladly take out a loan to buy the newest pair but this one is less than a grand (How sad is it that we’ve been conditioned to think a thousand dollars is acceptable to pay for a pair of shoes?), thanks to … Continue reading “Lanvin Grosgrain Tie Snake-Embossed Sandals: Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down”

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Azzedine Alaïa Laser-Cut Python and Leather Shopper: A Cut Above

Azzedine Alaïa doesn’t just know how to skim, hug, and reveal a woman’s body in all the right places, the man can also laser-cut the hell out of a great, big piece of python! This is sheer indulgence at its most unapologetic. All that petal-perforated cutting (his trademark) is a waste of precious python, but … Continue reading “Azzedine Alaïa Laser-Cut Python and Leather Shopper: A Cut Above”

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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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