Diane von Furstenberg Zia Suede Crisscross Platform Sandals: Right off the vine
This fancy grape number takes the softness and femininity of suede but twists it into a bright tropical summer sandal that is all kinds of fun for the season. The sling back beauty would be a fantastic choice for a night on the town, or for that cruise you’re taking soon to work on your … Continue reading “Diane von Furstenberg Zia Suede Crisscross Platform Sandals: Right off the vine”
Fendi Colorblock Platform Slingback Sandals
This is the shoe equivalent of a Picasso painting, combining a multitude of elements, influences, and materials that add up to an abstract yet wearable look. Muted sage grosgrain meets a caramel leather front strap, plus a shiny-coated cork front and leather back platform. You get major height (a respectable 4.5 inches) without the backbreaking … Continue reading “Fendi Colorblock Platform Slingback Sandals”
Edmundo Castillo Fall 2011
You can always count on Edmundo Castillo to march to the beat of his own drum. For fall, the former creative head at Sergio Rossi, who put his eponymous label on the backburner but has since relinquished his title and is back on his own, sought untraditional shapes and silhouettes but paired them with traditional … Continue reading “Edmundo Castillo Fall 2011”
Valentino Shoes Pre-Fall 2011
High on the heels of its runway success Rock Stud collection, Valentino greatly expanded its said offerings for pre-fall, applying the metal studs generously–but not in an overboard manner–to a wide assortment of shoes and bags (see Bag Snob entry for more details). The signature studded slingback is back–this time with a new ankle strap–in … Continue reading “Valentino Shoes Pre-Fall 2011”
Viktor & Rolf Open Toe Flared Throat Pumps: Serious Sex Appeal
There’s no denying, these are fierce shoes. Tall, sleek, black magic with a buckled sling-back strap, the Viktor & Rolf open toe flared throat pumps will let your prowl in style. The wide open toe makes these shoes unique. It’s larger than what you usually see on this type of design, and I think it’s … Continue reading “Viktor & Rolf Open Toe Flared Throat Pumps: Serious Sex Appeal”
Robert Clergerie Davys
These leather and canvas platform slingbacks are a great buy for spring. The olive color of the leather combined with the nude of the canvas is a laid back, sexy look. These would look great for a casual day-date with a pair of cropped jeans and button up. Platform’s like this are always a safe … Continue reading “Robert Clergerie Davys”