Flats have been the ugly duckling of the fashion world for many years now.
Let’s face it, how often do designers actually send a comfortable pair of shoes down the runway?  How often have we seen models end up carrying their shoes by the end of the runway, or even worse – literally falling out of them?
Linda Grant is taking a closer look at flats – and how they fit into the wardrobes of fashionable women.
I don’t think that flats need to be relegated to being stuck under desks or slipped into after the big meeting.  Check out some of these …read more

There’s something about Jeffrey Campbell’s shoes that just scream Los Angeles. Understand that I speak not of the electric-blue or party-pink spiked translucent-heel look that may come to mind. These are straight-up movie night at the Cinespia Cemetery shoes – a fabulous blend of over-the-top trendy and Hollywood gothic sleaze that are gorgeous enough to be totally, absolutely, mind-blowingly wearable.
Although he has carved quite a name for himself with sexy over-the-knee boots and killer studded flat boots and chunky heels, I am beyond impressed that his more subdued collection – which include flats and ballet slippers – is just …read more

It’s April – Earth Day month, so we’re continuing with eco-friendly accessories this week!
Patagonia makes a line of Earth-friendly shoes using recycled materials in the soles and low-chemical tanning methods for the uppers.  They also ensure that the companies that create the materials for their shoes are eco-friendly as well.
With all that attention to environmental friendliness, what do the shoes end up looking like?
Pretty darn cute!
The “Gilia” is a simple flat shoe, perfect for walking around the city, hanging out with friends or “casual Fridays”.  They also come in several colors including the pink “Poppy Fields”:

And the soft “Retro Khaki”:

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I’m not convinced about how comfortable these “Tabi” shoes from Maison Martin Margiela would be, that separated toe looks a little uncomfortable…

image source: eLuxury
But that leather is so spectacular that I’m willing to try them out!