Trend: Hardware

Are you a little bit rock n' roll? If so, this trend may be for you. Whether its just some subtle studs or some major spikes, these shoes will instantly give you some edge.

Hardware by soledmate on Polyvore.com

What is your Dream Shoe?

So I have been a bad little blogger and have not been doing my job very well the past few days. This week has been crazy as I try to finish up some papers and prepare for some exams.

So, since I'm a little crunched for time, I want you to tell me what your DREAM shoe is. If money were no object, what shoes would you go out and buy yourself?

Mine:

Christian Louboutin Patent Rolando

Kinda boring, I know? But, the way I see it, I will get to wear them all the time because they are such a classic style and color. But since money is no object, I will buy two pairs!

Leave your dream shoe in the comments!

Trend: Lace

What is more romantic and sexy than lace? I sure can't think of anything. Lately, many designers have been adding the delicate textile to their shoes. It makes sense, when you think about it: what part of your body needs the most help being romantic and sexy more than your feet. I kid, I kid, but these really are lovely shoes.

Lace by soledmate

Alexander McQueen Lace-covered satin pumps, $995
Black/Nude Lace Peep Toe Pumps, $780
GIANMARCO LORENZI P1D1H0172 BLACK&WHITE LACE 3214601, 349 GBP
Valentino Lace-effect patent-leather ballerina flats, $595
CASADEI 4141CZ BLACK LACE 3104601, 279 GBP
DOLCE & GABBANA C11533A9N08 BEIGE LACE 3182001, 489 GBP
Christian Louboutin Fifi Stiletto Shoes, 455 GBP
Lace Pretty Ballerina, 119 GBP
Paris Hilton Senorita - Grey Lace, $95

Beyonce in Christian Louboutin Daffodile Pumps

Holy Mother of God. My jaw dropped when I saw these gorgeous tourquiose platforms that Beyonce is sporting. I mean...WOW. Those are some serious heels.

via JustJared.com

These must be the suede version of Louboutin's Daffodile pumps (of course not available to the general public as of yet). Look at how high the platform is - 2.5 inches. So, all you vertically challenged women out there, if you save up $995 you can add 5 inches to your height! What a deal!

Leighton Meester

Check out Leighton's shoes from the Marc Jacobs show.

via JustJared.com

via JustJared.com

I am going to assume they are by Marc Jacobs, but you know what assuming does. I think they are incredibly fun, but maybe would be better paired with a simple dress instead of the patterned one she has on.


Correction: Those are Christian Louboutin shoes she has on. 

Shoe of the Day: Christian Louboutin Futura

If you watched the Grammy's last night, I am sure you didn't miss Cee-Lo Green and Gwyneth Paltrow's performance of "F*** You". It was fun, colorful, and  involved muppets! While Gwyneth's outfit was a little more subdued than Cee-Lo's, her shoes definitely stood out.

via Faded Youth

All You Need is Love: Day 5&6

 

Woops, I missed day 5 since I was actually working all day. I forget how nice it is to be a student some times. Anyways, here we go!

Day 5

What I {LOVE} about my friends is...

...they put up with me! Ha..you think I am kidding, but I am not. As an only child, my girl-friends are about as close as I will get to having sisters, and many of us have known each other long enough and have gone through enough sh*t together that we are as close as sisters. They make me laugh, tell me when I am being a bitch, ignore me if I don't listen to them, cheer me up when I am sad, make great shopping partners, listen to my boy problems, etc. I love them all dearly!

Day 6

I {LOVE} to blog because....

I do a lot of random internet browsing so this gives me an avenue to share what I find with other people. When I was working, I would read tons of blogs and fashion websites to find shoes that I loved just to pass the time when I got bored. Now that I am a poor grad student, I will browse stores online as almost a stress reliever. Also, it gives me some motivation to do well in school so I can get a good job and then get paid enough money that I can justify buying these:

Christian Louboutin Balota Glitter Strappy Sandals, $1095 from Saks

Or these:

Edmundo Castillo Open Front D'Orsay Pumps - $650 at Saks

Or these:

Gucci Inga Leather T-Strap Sandal - $895 at Saks

Trend: Prints

It's not too common to find non-animal printed shoes, but they are starting to pop up more and more.

Clockwise from top-left:  Cynthia Vincent, Marc Jacobs, Christian Louboutin, J Crew, Ruche, Jimmy Choo, Brian Atwood, Urban Outfitters, Kate Spade, Anthropologie, TOMS

Dita Von Teese

I'm not a huge fan of Dita's dress here, but I do love her shoes. You know she's a Louboutin girl.

 

Lovely.

Happy Feet

These shoes just make me smile. I think wearing them would instantly brighten my day.

Christian Louboutin, Chus Wedge Sandals

Haus of Price, Multi Gem Pumps

KG by Kurt Geiger, Dance Court Shoes

Anthropologie, Hue-Cobbled Flats

Giuseppe Zanotti, Chiffon-Bow Sandal

Swoon

Do you think Christian Louboutin will adopt me? He is just the cutest man. And the French accent doesn't hurt either.

Let the Sun Shine

As a California girl, I don't handle the cold weather very well. Since Monday, the temperatures here in Dallas haven't gotten above freezing.  Fingers crossed that today they will! It's times like these, and in the dead of summer, when I wonder why I ever left Cali. Needless to say, my mind is on the sun...and warmth. I'm already day dreaming of some outfits for the warmer weather.

Christian Louboutin Panier 120 Wedge Sandals

These simple espadrille inspired wedges from Christina Louboutin would be perfect with a flowy sun dress or a pair of white jeans.

Tory Burch Swan Print Wedge Sandal

Another espadrille-type wedge with a cute print. I love the navy/white combo on just about anything, and these sandals are no exception.

Diane Von Furstenberg Opal Leather Wedge Sandal

I have been coveting these wooden wedge sandals, and their less expensive counterpart, for some time now. I could see them being paired with anything from a short skirt to a pair of capris.

If I could, I would add all of these to my shoe collection, and I would be ready for Spring & Summer. 

What are your go to warm-weather shoes?

The Colors for Spring

It may not be snowing here in Dallas, but the weather is definitely starting to cool down dramatically. It's a little funny to me, that when the peak of summer hits, I can't wait until fall and winter. But as the fall turns into winter, I can't wait until Spring. The fashion world has been looking toward the spring for a few months now and Pantone has released their "Colors for Spring 2011", Honeysuckle Pink leading the bunch.

Louboutin Bridal 2011

I am not getting married anytime soon, but if I were, you better believe one of these pairs of shoes would be on my tootsies.

In My Dreams...

Look at these GORGEOUS peep-toes from Christian Louboutin. I don't even know if I would wear them, I would just put them in my closet and stare at them every day. But, that won't be happening any time soon, because, like fine art, they are going to cost you about $2,000.