BODY LANGUAGE/ysl nude patent mary janes

Stretching this sweater while posing reminded me of one thing...Robert Longo.  

sinister-collection bubble skirt

thrifted turtleneck

ysl nude patent mary janes

BLACK SOCK REVIVAL/prada black snakeskin bow platform sandals

I borrowed these little footies for my recent trip to Portland.  They seemed like a good idea to wear with my sneakers to prevent blisters, but they didn't work out as well as I thought they would.  They would actually slip off my foot within a few steps...something about the sneaker/footie combination  just didn't work.

I decided to try them out in another way before giving up on footies forever.  This time with the thought of the Prada S/S 2009 runway show in mind.  Remember that show?  The models wore little footies with their sandals and it looked divine.  I actually have a pair of those runway sandals and I had been meaning to try the footie + sandal combo for a while now.  

 The result?  I love it!  It gives my sandals a completely different look.  Now I just wonder if these footies can breathe new life into some of my other sandals.  Stay tuned...

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prada black snakeskin bow platform sandals

WITH SOCKS/oscar de la renta barry leather trimmed pvc sandals

I ordered these shoes in my regular size.  Based on the online reviews, I was sure that they were going to be too small.  Most reviews insisted on sizing up one full size...but when I saw that The Outnet did not have a full size larger, I decided to take a shot and order my normal size.  Luckily for me, the pink seems to run more true-to-size than the other colors. 

I really wanted to wear these little cuties with socks.  I whipped out a white pair that I bought in Argentina.  The white socks are cute, but I want to get something a bit more unexpected.  I love the S/S 2012 runway show that shows these pink beauties with little neon socks.  Stay tuned for more sock experimentation.   

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oscar de la renta barry leather trimmed pvc sandals

RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE/vintage glasses necklace

Wearing a necklace that my sister made out of vintage glasses.  She makes a lot of wonderful things...from vintage earring bracelets to glow-in-the-dark terrariums.  My mom also makes jewelry out of vintage goodies and it is so fun being around when they create something new.  I have an entire jewelry collection made up of their amazing creations.  You will be seeing many more pieces soon.  

Sometimes the best things are right under your nose.  

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zara dress

jimmy choo heels

vintage glasses necklace made by my sister (visit her website here)

 

SMITTEN/kirna zabete x nine west bandeau feather sandal

I've always been a sucker for a feather boudoir slipper.

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Try the link below... it works and it leads to beauty. 

kirna zabete x nine west bandeau feather sandal

SECRET HUNGER/spring 2013 runway shoes

 

 

 

Ok, I think I'm finally done.  I have finally chosen my Spring 2013 shoes.  Now the stress begins.  Sure I have taken all the necessary steps; I have called my shoe guy, tracked down their availability and even put my name on a waiting list, but I know that it is still possible to fail, even with such preparation.  Shoe buying is so competitive!  Even sharing my shoe choices with you seems like a risk, but I know that in order for us all to really become friends, we need to build some trust and share some secrets.  So...without further ado, here are my shoe picks for S/S 2013.

fendi spring 2013

3.1 phillip lim spring 2013

alexander wang spring 2013

all pictures via style.com

FLY AWAY/shwings shoe wings

I purchased these wings at Kitson in LA.  Oh, how I wish they could just fly me away to a magic little world.  Unfortunately, they don't work like that...but they do add a bit a whimsy to my lace-up booties.  

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shwings shoe wings

zara lace-up booties

 

 

NINE LIVES/chanel spring 2005 jeweled sandals

Well...here they are.  My resurrected shoes that took many gluing sessions to bring back to life.  

I purchased these beauties in 2005 and only wore them a few times because I was worried for their safety.  Unfortunately, the last time I wore them, the jeweled piece on one of the t-straps fell off and I couldn't find it anywhere.  I was sick.  But what's a girl to do?  Just sit back and mourn the loss?  Or do something about it and find new hardware to replace the old?  I opted for option B.  And while it took many years to complete and I am without the original t-strap hardware, I cannot tell you how happy I am now that these shoes live once again. 

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chanel spring 2005 jeweled sandals

NIGHT STALKERS/chloe sevigny for opening ceremony pearl heels

In the midst of shopping for fall shoes, I happened to stumble upon these beauties.  I was quick to transact (always a good sign) and once they arrived, I realized just how gorgeous these shoes truly are.  Sure, I should be thinking of boots and closed-toe heels, but I couldn't resist.  I mean, I am not opposed to the idea of wearing an open-toed shoe with tights...I know that some people believe this to be a major fashion no-no, but I have to say that I strongly disagree.  Sandals can surely see the light of day and still be fabulous during the cooler months with the addition of a short sock or a textured tight.

These shoes will definitely be escorting me into cooler months ahead. 

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chloe sevigny for opening ceremony pearl heels

SYNTHETIC DREAMS/vivienne westwood anglomania for melissa slingback heel

vivienne westwood anglomania for melissa slingback heel

GLITZ & GLAMOUR/nyc part 1

 

 

I always feel like I am going home when I go to NYC...and my recent trip back was no exception.   

We went to NYC to see the Schiaparelli and Prada exhibit at The Met.  It was amazing (of course)...but I also saw many other inspriring things along the way.

ALL THAT GLITTERS/prada chandelier shoes

Yes, these are some of my favorite little gems.  When I first saw these walk down the runway, it was like a dream come true and I knew I had to have them.  I had the same feelings towards the Prada car shoes....haven't purchased them yet, but definitely on the verge of transacting.  I start to feel bad as I kick off a new season because my shoe-to-clothing ration is like 10:1.  I keep ordering shoe after shoe after shoe and then realize that I only have a couple of new dresses to wear them with.  I always say that shoes are more fun for a girl to buy because they are one of the more forgiving fashion items that you can buy.  Let's be honest...jeans can make you feel like the ugliest bird in the flock and a dress can make you feel like skipping dinner for a week, but shoes?  No, they are friendly, inviting and much like their companion, the handbag, they quickly entice you into a magical world.  Prada shoes are on the next level..they are so amazing that they take you to a whole other galaxy.

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prada chandelier shoes