Trend Alert: Lace, Lace, Lace Shoes
You can’t rationalize indulging in every trend that pops up, but considering lace-making has been around since ancient times, you’re pretty much guaranteed to get a lot of wear out of the style. And it doesn’t hurt that we saw it grace the Fall and Spring catwalks. So what’ll it be? Pumps? Booties? Flats? I’ll take them all! Lace up your shoes with these romantic picks…
Proenza Schouler Fall 2013 Closed Toe Pump: Oozing Sophistication
Black and white continues to be on-trend, but that doesn’t mean you can get lazy and just throw on anything monochrome. Jack and Lazaro’s pointed toe pump comes from their Fall 2013 collection, which was defined by a lack of color and an abundance of sophistication. This is Proenza’s kind of sophistication, though – the kind the intrigues, even at its most ladylike.
B Brian Atwood Marella Ankle Strap Pumps: Walking on Air
Brian Atwood is the hottest man alive. Sorry, Tom Ford, but this is true. Not only is he hot, he listens to women. He heard cries from around the world about how uncomfortable his gorgeous shoes are so what did he do? He made the world’s best pumps to live in. We all need a pointy pump staple this season, and this pair is mine.
Flats vs. Heels: Sole Sisters
I may have survived fashion week, but my feet didn’t. I do like to complain about shoe discomfort. Like my husband has said again and again, “You are at the comfort stage of life.” Fine, I accept that. At least I know that about myself and can plan out my life accordingly, but Fashion Week is the exception. The heels had to come out, and I had to prepare to be in them for 14 hours a day.
Fall into Gucci: Shoes for Every Occasion
Gucci’s fall shoes are gorgeous, so much so that this could be one-stop shopping for the season’s essentials. They’re very well made, and while not Frugal Snob friendly, the shoes are priced better than those from other established brands (except for the python booties – they also come in leathericon for only $895, though!).
Maison des Talons: The Secret Avant-Garden
This is the most exquisite line of shoes I’ve seen in a long time. Maison des Talons designer Susanne Villiger’s awe-inspiring accents are like nothing you’ve seen before. I borrowed the Swarovski-encrusted Les Tinettes for Fashion Week (the only time I’m grateful to be a runway sample size 10!) and wore them to the Socialyte Blogger Awards.