Giuseppe Zanotti Striped Canvas Platform Sandal: Pattern Matching
Sometimes you should ask yourself, what would ladies like Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe, and Sophia Loren do? It’s so fifties to have a patterned shoe. But while those icons would have been likely to coordinate their striped peep-toe pump to the rest of their outfit, these bodacious Giuseppe Zanotti sandals don’t even match themselves! With … Continue reading “Giuseppe Zanotti Striped Canvas Platform Sandal: Pattern Matching”
Yves Saint Laurent Stingray Slingback Platform Sandals: YSL Takes the Sting Out of the Heel
Somehow stingray feels even more decadent when it’s injected merely into the heel and platform. Coating only the base of the shoe is the perfect way to incorporate the mysterious exotic – this is maximum impact. That’s what Yves Saint Laurent is all about: knock ‘em dead heels that go the distance when it comes … Continue reading “Yves Saint Laurent Stingray Slingback Platform Sandals: YSL Takes the Sting Out of the Heel”
Marni Suede Platform Sandals: Blue Suede Shoes
I’m sensing a trend here, and I’m liking what I see. A lot. Chunky heels with loads of height and zero back pain. Not only do they look good, they feel good. First, I was enamored with Marni’s cutout platforms, then up strutted Derek Lam’s Mirte sandals, another wood-soled shoe that’s no pain and all … Continue reading “Marni Suede Platform Sandals: Blue Suede Shoes”
Marni Cutout Platform Heel: Love at First Strut
Meet my new flats! Marni, your chunky platforms have me doing excitement-induced cartwheels. This pitch is so mellow, it’s just like wearing flats but you get monster height! Snake and wood and no achy feet: this is my dream shoe come true. These snake-print leather sandals are to die for, just not when it comes … Continue reading “Marni Cutout Platform Heel: Love at First Strut”
Lanvin Cut-Out Platform Wedge: Gentler Sex? Yeah, Right
Industrial sex kitten. Lanvin cultivated this hard-sensual look for their Spring 2011 collection, with sandals standing on nail-like heels out of the hardware store and fitted leather straps juxtaposed against utilitarian metals. Commenting on that show back in February, Alber Elbaz said, “I only want to make women feel gorgeous, comfortable, and beautiful.” Obviously, Elbaz … Continue reading “Lanvin Cut-Out Platform Wedge: Gentler Sex? Yeah, Right”
Dior Guetre Ankle Boot: Ride, Dior, Ride.
These statement booties are tough and edgy while still being feminine. The motorcycle-inspired nude calfskin heels will make your legs look longer if worn with something like a pair of Alice + Olivia cuffed leather shorts combined with a Patterson J. Kincaid blouse. For a more relaxed look, try them on with some red Rag … Continue reading “Dior Guetre Ankle Boot: Ride, Dior, Ride.”