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January 24, 2010

Nostogic Impressions – The 40’s & 50’s

So, I’m sitting here bawling my eyes out watching The Notebook (WHAT???!!! you haven’t seen it???!!!  Go get it IMMEDIATELY!)

One of the best love stories yet. *sniff*

And it got me thinking…. Those ladies in the forties and fifties… they had some classy and timeless shoes goin’ ON!

How fun would it be to wear some beautiful forties & fifties inspired shoes? Oh, wait… I do!!  Check these out!

So, these lovelies would been worn out on a brunch with the girls, or my guy!

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Pair these 'Pauline' t-straps with a pencil skirt and a ruffled top for a polished pin-up girl look. Man-made leather upper. Open toe with large bow at vamp. Adjustable quarter strap with buckle closure. Lightly padded insole. Durable rubber sole.

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And for a night out at the hoppin’ jazz club? These of course!

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Let your dress wardrobe bloom with this lovely Rhoda pump from Kelsi Dagger. Its soft suede upper is accented with an oversized metallic floral embellishment and coordinating metallic heel and platform for just a touch of evening glitz. A lightly cushioned insole and gored insets in the straps provide a comfy, flexible fit.

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And for a fun brunch with anyone – the girls, the parents, the MAN! – these are great anytime during the day!

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Give your look a lovely feel in these heels from Naughty Monkey. Shock and Awe 2 features a brown textured upper with printed beige flower petals throughout. This peep toe pump brings you a 4 ¾ inch heel ½ inch platform.

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January 10, 2010

Spring 2010 Shoe Trend #3

Texture.

Luscious, wonderful texture! On our feet! Texture adds such a playful touch to our beloved footwear.  Feast your eyes, reach out and touch these wonderful additions to your shoe closet!

These cheery flats by Apepazza have great ruching….and shoe bling!  Click the pic to buy now!

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Let the Tormalina flat from Apepazza take your look to the next level. The rich suede design is pickstitched and pleated for touchable texture, while a bold ornament at the toe features sparkling rhinestones.

Or why not slip into these sexy beauties by Lumiani… Click the pic to buy now!

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A croco print comes to life in this premium ankle boot from Lumiani. Genuine patent leather upper and shaft. Side zipper. Snip toe and covered platform. Durable rubber outsole. 3 1/2" heel. 1/2" platform.

Oh heck, why not just vamp it up and strut your stuff with these Betsey Johnson pumps! Click the pic to buy now!

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Coming your way this season is another glamorous heel by Betsey Johnson. This goregous d'orsay pump is coated in a shiney glitter then covered in a contrasting mesh material that is pleated throughout the entire shoe and finished with a sleek4 inch heel. A lovely bow is tied to the vamp above the sneaky peep toe.

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January 9, 2010

Spring 2010 Shoe Trend #2

The Wedge.

Oh yeah, the wedge.  We thought it just wedged (HA!) its way in a few seasons ago with the espadrille (loved, by the way!).  Yes, the wedge shoe is all the rage this season – take a look, dear shoe lovahs!

First, we have these lovely springy bright pink wedges from Bandolino.

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Showcase your sweet side with these adorable wedges from Bandolino®. Easy slip-on construction. Suede or leather upper with fabric flower detail at vamp. Soft man-made lining. Cushioned man-made footbed. Low wedge heel. Man-made sole. 1 3/4" heel.

Bandolino Davanna
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Then, of course, we have a pair of great black peepy toe pumps from Nine West.  Not only super sexy, but totally work appropriate too!  We love that!

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Nine West say go ahead and Getwitit! This streamlined pump is here to take you from the boardroom to happy hour with total ease. The peep toe adds a little feminine and flirty appeal, while the wedge is there to give you a confident lift.

Nine West Women’s Getwitit Peep Toe Wedge
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And then, ladies, we have another gladiator shoe.  Yes, yes, because I’m obsessed – so what?!  :-)

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Embrace the gladiator style in these neutral wedge sandals from Report. The Rocki heel features a wheat colored leather upper with a multitude of snakeskin textured straps at the open-toe and at the ankle closed with Velcro for easy on/off. With a 3 ¾ inch wedge heel, this bold sandal is ready to go wherever you are.

Rocki Gladiator
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Happy wedge hunting!

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January 8, 2010

Spring 2010 Shoe Trend #1

Lower heels!

Say, what?  I think I just totally tripped over my Manolos!  Yes, that is what I’ve been hearing everywhere.  The fashion gurus that usually have us all trying the highest heels we can are now telling us that we can save our little tootsies this season – ok, maybe for a day or two!

Yes, lower heels for this spring.  For me that means lower by day and the sky is the limit for girl’s night out!  Check out some of these trendy shoes I found.  Let’s get ‘em!!

Poco by Stuart Weitzman (le sigh!!) – Come in 3 different colors!

Poco - An exotic print brings life to this otherwise modest pump. Serpent print leather upper. Flattering pointed toe. Ultrasuede® lining for optimal comfort. Kitten heel. Leather sole. Made in Spain. 2" heel.

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And then there are these cute peep toe pumps by Harajuku Lovers.

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Channel a vintage look in these cute shoes from Harajuku Lovers. Arbios brings you soft grey suede lined with a yellow fabric. This open to pump features a jagged top line that’s stamped with the trademark Harajuku heart. A 2 inch shiny yellow heel finishes off this adorable addition to any hip outfit.

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And last, but not least, these gladiator sandals from Nine West!  I am SO getting these!

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The Guinevere from Nine West is a different kind of T-strap sandal. The delicate leather straps are balanced by the bold vamp panel and then set atop a petite wedge heel for a look that is both sexy and feminine.

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