The designers at New York Fashion Week have pulled out some fantastic designs to send down the runway.  Check out the patent leather and bows from Nanette Lepore:

It’s Barbie!  And hot pink Barbie shoes from Mattel’s 50th anniversary Barbie show:

Tony Cohen has an interesting twist on the gladiator shoe – check out his refined platforms:

Jill Stuart sent her models down the runway wearing the fall fashion staple, the sexy high heel knee-high boot:

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Drool-Worthy Shoes From NYFW

Texere Silk has a great online guide with dozens of ways to tie a scarf.  Try out the classic shoulder wrap for an added touch of style around your arms.  Want to sport a Diana Vreeland-inspired turban?  How about adding a feminine twist to the masculine tie?

And of course, you need a new scarf to show off your scarf-tying skills, right?  How about the Pucci “Diamante” silk scarf:

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Don’t know how to tie a scarf?

After all, there are the Grammys, New York Fashion Week is about to kick off, and of course – the Oscars are rolling out the red carpet in the next couple of weeks as well.

Since I am an opinionated fashion blogger, I must throw my two cents into the red carpet pool and pick a few special accessories that I think would make the red carpet walk a little more glamorous.

What am I recommending?  Clear, glittering crystals and pale gold!

Check out the “Brill” sandal by Sergio Rossi:

The nude sandal is covered with teensy little crystals for a restrained sparkle.

Want to up the sparkle factor?  Check out the hot jeweled slide from Manolo Blanik:

The metallic gold slide high heel has a wide band of crystal-covered jewels across the front of the shoe.

Do you want to make an impression as you walk away?  Miu Miu’s crystal heel sandal may be the perfect fit for you:

It’s a pretty, strappy metallic high heel in the front – but check out the heel!

Yummy!

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Glittering shoes for glamorous parties

“The Heart Truth campaign is the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute’s (NHLBI) initiative to raise awareness of heart disease and give women a “wakeup” call about their risk of heart disease – the #1 killer of women. While this is an ongoing campaign, NHLBI puts a big focus on heart disease awareness during February, American Heart Month.”

So in honor of Wear Red Day, we’re breaking out the red accessories and having fun with the boldest color in your closet!

Let’s start off with this cute little set of hand-made glass heart earrings by Etsy designer, Just The Thing 4U:

image: Just The Thing 4U

Let’s add a pair of red shoes next…  Check out the girly “Petalshi” slides from Stuart Weitzman – yummy!

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C’mon – you can squeeze a little more red into your outfit!  What about adding the sleek “Elisabeth” handbag by Furla?

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It’s time to break out the red accessories!

I know I’m a sucker for hearts right around Valentine’s Day, but it’s still an adorable clutch that will work for more than just February 14th.

The heart appliques have been cut out of different styles of fuschia leather – and accented with a little gold “Marc Jacobs” logo of course!

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Wear your heart on your… purse?

Want a chance to win the pendant, worth $145 -  Just click on this link and follow the instructions.

Good luck!

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Want to win your own Marc Jacobs necklace?

Mr. Song Millinery, a boutique hat maker based in Detroit has said that they made Aretha Franklin’s hat as a special, one of a kind hat just for her.  You can’t buy one the identical hat, but Mr. Song makes other stunning hats.

These are hats for women who like to be noticed, who like to make an impression.  For the woman with charisma!  Here are a few picks from their Fall/Winter 2008 hat collection:

The hats aren’t available for sale online yet, but you can contact them through their website to order your own hat directly.

images: Mr. Song Millinery

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Mr Song Millinery – Aretha Franklin’s hat maker

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Water-proofing technology has come a long way, and that means you wear a pair of fabulous boots and keep your toes dry at the same time.  No more slogging around the city in heavy rain boots!

Need some proof?  Check out these sleek black “Aquatalia” ankle boots by Marvin K. Holly:

How about a tall boot with high heels?  The “Minna” by Sudini should fit the bill:

And then there’s the ultimate test… waterproof suede!  The “Maddy” by La Canadienne is made from waterproof suede and even has a non-skid sole – always a good thing when the sidewalks get slippery!

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Waterproof and fashionable? Is that possible?

Luckily, Fred Flare lets you have your cake and eat it too!  Or should that be have your bling and wear it too?

In any case, check out these cute rings – both less than $20!

“Big As A House” acrylic faux diamond ring:

“Constellation” resin ring:

images: Fred Flare

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Sparkly rings without the cha-ching!

I’m giving away one of my own designs, my glass bead “Clusters” necklace to one lucky reader:

I’m even giving you the choice of colors – the winner will get to choose between green (shown here), turquoise, black, purple, red, amber or clear.

Want to win?  Read the rules…

• To enter, leave a comment to this post describing the outfit that you would wear the necklace with.  Remember – this is a family-friendly blog so keep it clean
• Please leave a valid email address – I can’t let you know that you’re the winner if I don’t have an email address.
• Due to shipping costs, the contest is only open to residents of North America.
• The contest runs until midnight, Friday January 30th.
• The winner will be selected randomly and notified by email.
• The winner will have three days to respond, after that a new winner will be selected.
• I reserve the right to edit or delete any comment not adhering to the contest rules.

Good luck!

necklace photo: C Findlay-Harder

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