In the past year, we have seen just about every interpretation imaginable of the bootie. There’s the peep-toe bootie, the buckle bootie, the cut out bootie, and this “sandal” bootie, which is basically a combination of all of the above.

To be truthful, I’m not super psyched about the shape of the heel, but I like the rest of the bootie, so I’ll take it as a matter of course. What I do like is the slightly above the ankle length and the totally badass straps. The loop pulls make them perfect, because not only do they look rad, but …read more

Christian Louboutin is known for his exotic shoes, but for his Fall/Winter 2009 collection, the designer has really had some fun with the details.
Bold colors, shapes, stripes and even studs make their way onto his shoes.  You’ll find everything from suede, patent leather, lace and even sheer mesh.

The “Circus” bootie features a concealed platform and suede cutouts, supported by sheer mesh.

Have fun with the stripey suede “Bicho” peep-toe platform pump this fall.

Go for bold with the “Candy” lace and patent spike heel.  It features lace, red patent leather, a zipper detail and spiky brass studs – not for the faint …read more

In honor of the inauguration happening today, today’s picks are kitten heel shoes, made in the USA – perfect for the new First Lady!
California Magdesians is a shoe company, based in Los Angeles.  They’ve been creating quality shoes for almost 60 years – all them in the USA.  I think they would make a great choice for Michelle Obama – after all, what’s better than supporting craftspeople in her own country?
“Carole” made from peau fabric (a type of satin) with patent leather accents:

“Liv-R” peep-toes add a touch of sex appeal to the kitten-heel pump:

The sleek black suede bootie “Bert-R” has …read more

I’d like to wish all of my lovely readers from the USA a Happy 4th of July!
And, if you feel the need for a suitably patriotic-ly colored shoe, may I suggest the “Volatile” peep-toe wedge by Alexis?

image: Zappos
It’s printed fabric uppers in red, white & blue can express your spirit, without going over the top…
What’s over the top (at least in my opinion)?

Eeek!
image: Amazon

It’s Earth Day today – now, I’m one of those people who think that we should be more Earth-friendly every day… but it’s still a good day to focus on products that are better for our environment
Let’s start off with the “Baldaci” shoe from Timberland:

It’s got an organic cotton upper and lining made using 70% recycled fibers.
image source: Timberland
This totebag combines two Earth-friendly things – first of all, carrying a totebag means you don’t need to use plastic bags.  This “Shelogical” totebag is also created with organic cotton (did you know that cotton is one of the most …read more

It’s Monday.
You’re back at your desk.
Wondering where the heck the weekend got to.
Need something to cheer you up?
Betsey Johnson always manages to cheer me up!

Easy to wear and light-hearted – the “Crescent” flat.
Or if you prefer a high heel, there’s the “Warwick“:

image source: Heels.com

Yummy, yummy, yummy

You’ll definitely turn heads wearing the Miu Miu patent leather “Vernice” pump!