Shoes Trend: July 2008

Miu Miu Sequin Shoes

Miu Miu Sequin Shoes, £390.

What a beaut!!!! Who ever thought that sequins would look so good on a pair of shoes?! Absolutely gorgeous pair of shoes.

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Grey Sculptural Ankle Boots

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Grey Sculptural Ankle Boots, (price on request).

'Sculpted' is just an understatement for these statement shoes. These can only have been designed by an Architect....cue 'Nicolas Ghesquiere'! I bet these shoes even have a blue print. So ladies tower tall in these gorgeous boots.

Mulberry Riding Boots in Black

Mulberry Riding Boots in Black, £604.

This Autumn/ Winter, be seen in only the best shoes on offer. I love these Mulberry Riding Boots. These would be perfect with pants tucked in them or skinny jeans.

Mulberry Suede and Patent Brogues

Mulberry Suede and Patent Brogues, £325.

I love these Mulberry lace-up brogues. I so so love the bright colours which will contrast well with knee-high socks to give that Agynes Dean look.

The Jonathan Kelsey for Mulberry collection will be available August 15th exclusively in Mulberry stores and online at mulberry.com

Tweed or Tartan???

Tweed or Tartan.... I can't seem to decide which I like best. While many people find tartan a controversial fabric, it is only controversial when you wear it from head to toe. A touch here and there will spice up your outfit.

Marni Tweed Platform Shoe, £317.

Manolo Blahnik 'Zione' Tartan Shoe Boot, £430.

House of Holland (price on request).

Ralph Lauren Collection Tartan Boot, £490.

Miu Miu Green and Black Tall Boot with Heel

Miu Miu Green and Black Tall Boot with Heel, £610.

As covatable as the Miu Miu Tea-cup shoes, these are to die for. Very edgy and will have heads turning! Check out the heel on these babies!

Manolo Blahnik 'Dramod' Boot with Two Buckles

Manolo Blahnik 'Dramod' Boot with Two Buckles, £590.

Manolo Blahnik's ankle boots are hot!! These gorgeous 'Dramod' Boots are embellished with buckles and are perfect with skinny pants.

Dior Brown Suede Boots

Dior Brown Suede Boots, £645.

The must-have boot for the autumn/winter season! I love the equestrian look and these will go nicely with skinnies.

Devi Kroell Python Boot

Devi Kroell Python Boot (price on request).

The new season is upon us so be sure to dazzle in these gorgeous Devi Kroell Python Boots.

Jonathan Kelsey for Mulberry Cropped Shoe Boot wiith Three Buckles

Jonathan Kelsey for Mulberry Cropped Shoe Boot wiith Three Buckles, £445.

They are finally here. The Mulberry Shoe Collection designed by Jonathan Kelsey. I quite fancy a pair of these. What do you think???

Emporio Armani Grey and Red Bow Python Sandals

Emporio Armani Grey and Red Bow Python Sandals, £319.

Quite the fashion statement, these red and black heels from Emporio Armani will be perfect for those party nights!

Jimmy Choo Black Python 'George' Shoe Boot

Jimmy Choo Black Python 'George' Shoe Boot, £850.

The new season is almost upon us so put your best foot forward with these beautiful python shoe boots from Jimmy Choo. Wear with skinny pants.

Jimmy Choo Black Suede 'Amos' Court Shoes with Chevron Heel

Jimmy Choo Black Suede 'Amos' Court Shoes with Chevron Heel, £675.

These gorgeous Jimmy Choo Black Suede Courts shoes are so exciting. Perfect for the new season, they will look great with LBDs. I love that chevron heel. Very glamourous!

Rise of the House of Ugg.

A couple-few years ago when Ugg put forth their Baby Blue and Baby Pink Classic Boots and Oprah added them to her Summer List, the fashion world came slightly unhinged in a mad, avaricious scrabble to claw them up and parade about in pastel sheepskin. Uggs were the new narcotic; those softly shapeless moonboots with the fleece on the inside were everywhere, in every weather.

And then they were gone. A season changed and so did the style. Those fluffy boots in baby colors vanished overnight. Ugg seemed down but, as we'd find, far from out.

The renaissance began about a year ago when Ugg opened flagship stores in Chicago, New York and Montreal. Flagship stores. (yes -- plural!) For Uggs. Clearly there was more to these purveyors of sheepskin than we'd suspected. Approach fall of 2008 and with it, a deluge of new styles in updated, more adult colors and styles.

The tall Classic is back in a troika of grays, along with some house-happy Cozy slippers and moccassins.

We were particularly impressed with the Cove style. With a shorter legging, thong ties, shearling edges and welted rubber sole, this bootie has Minnetonka stylings and, we think, better performance in sloshy weather. Plus, that color? Fieldstone? Sold. (Also available in Toast and Black.)

But not everyone is. Even amongst our staff we have our Ugg partisans and the rebel alliance committed to "heels or not leaving the house." The pro-Ugg contingent espouse the Ugg's comfort, their warmth in winter and cool relief in summer (-30F to +80F according to the official website), their supreme easiness. The protesters, too, point to their supreme easiness, citing Uggs as an enabler of the poorly put-together. To which the Ugg-friendly reply well at least we're comfortable and not so stuck-up and then the Ugg-uneasy say well at least our boyfriend didn't dump us at Christine's party last Saturday and then someone throws a piece of leftover birthday cake from the breakroom and it's a time-out for everybody.

So we may as well ask you:

No matter what your opinion (or ours), we think this season's collection is the strongest we've seen (especially that Cove, calling to us with it's Siren song in the boot aisle ... ) And speaking of sailors, we'll leave you with this little tidbit. (He must be a fan ... we're pretty sure he's wearing the black Kohalas).

Georgina Goodman Yellow 'Halle' Shoes

Georgina Goodman Yellow 'Halle' Shoes, £345.

I really like Georgina Goodman's shoe collection and these yellow 'Halle' shoes are beautiful. I am loving the bright, eye-popping yellow colour. Colours are set to be big next year.

Alexander McQueen Blue Python Metallic Peep Toe Court Shoes

Alexander McQueen Blue Python Metallic Peep Toe Court Shoes, £620.

With a gorgeous peep-toe shape, a sexy high heel and the blue python metallic finish make these Alexander McQueen shoes the perfect party heel.

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Brogue Detail Court Shoes

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Brogue Detail Court Shoes, £445.

Every girl needs a good pair of leather black courts shoes that will go with everything and suit any occasion. Make yours these Alexander McQueen brogue court shoes with a sleek shape and a leather detail finish.

Chanel Beige/ Black T-Bar Shoes

Chanel Beige/ Black T-Bar Shoes, £330.

These typical girly classic two-tone t-bar high heels from Chanel are a perfect investment for the new season. Pair with a pencil skirt.

Rad Shit: Ateliers Ruby

I've never been fond of helmets...I mean c'mon who likes helmet hair or the odd shape it gives to your head?

Only Darth Vader could get away with a Massive Plastic Dome.

BUT Thanks to Atelier- the Riby Helmet gives some new style to the typically dull world of protective headware

Rad Shit: Ateliers Ruby

Rad Shit: Absolut

In 2007 the award-winning packaging for "Absolut Disco" helped sell 2.9 million bottles for the brand. Made from soft and shiny red spangles, and with a zipper on the back, the latest holiday gift pack from ABSOLUT really stands out and inspires consumers to join the glamorous masquerade...

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