Check your area Macy’s. This is a great opportunity to add to your work wardrobe! My sale bulletin shows clearance suits originally $200- $340 on sale 2/$99 for morning specials (9am-1pm) Feb 7 & 8th. Also offerings at $79.99. Pantsuits, skirtsuits and more. 

Don’t forget to check pumps Bandolino Zazie pump

and Easy SpiritQuota Pump

Freshen up your work wardrobe at prices you’ll love!

The old bucks and wingtips are stepping it up with colorful options for Spring.  The trend has grown due to the craze for high-end sneakers with bright colors. It’s also a way of taking a classic shoe and making it feel more casual without having to wear a sneaker.

ELIOT  and DANIT by Donald J Pliner

The CLASSIC BUCK at Brooks Brothers. They also designed belts that are color-coordinated with the shoes.

AIR FRANKLIN WING TIP OXFORD at Cole Haan

Jimmy Choo launched a men’s collection last year and due to the strong response,  has increased its selection of fashion-forward shoes for Spring.

As we face the doldrums of winter, it’s refreshing to see what’s new at kate spade for Spring!

Behind the Brand

”Clean lines, vibrant color and impeccable quality are the calling cards of kate spade new york. Since the brand’s first collection of nylon totes, each new season has ushered in a modern mix of instant classics—including handbags, shoes, accessories, and women’s apparel.”

Great “nude” bowed kitten heels and adorable rain boots!

While men appreciate Tom Brady as NE Patriots’ 3x Super Bowl winning quarterback, and women appreciate….well… everything else, UGG appeals to both sexes with choosing Mr. Brady in UGG Australia’s first men’s campaign.

“Rugged” and “masculine” are words used to describe UGG men’s footwear and two things that come to my mind with thoughts about Mr. Brady.  (Who isn’t a little jealous of his wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen…but what a beautiful family!)  And then to watch Tom’s talent on the field..what a dream!

The first UGG boots arrived in America from Australia  in 1978. Women’s UGGs growth has exploded the last decade with marketing to college girls as hip AND more serious-fashioned ladies in their teaming with Jimmy Choo in 2010. So the company decided to amp up the men’s side with its first-ever TV and digital blitz using Tom Brady as its “famous face” for the campaign. Touchdown!

Thirty-four year old Tom Brady’s no slouch in this equation either. The honors graduate of the University of Michigan, two-time NFL Most Valuable Player, realizes this partnership can outlast his career. It’s not like hanging up the sneakers when he retires from the field.

I give this partnership an A+. The UGG brand delivers warm footwear for cold New England winters for Mr. Brady, and the same along with feel-good appealing ads for everyone else.

Received the new Anthropologie catalog in the mail and went  to see new styles. Click on the hyperlink here for the November issue or visit your nearest store.

It is always a delight…an adventure to see the store and their displays. A visual treat. I’ve said time and again, thank you Anthropologie for the eye candy!!

Tile Quilted Mini  Beautiful skirt .  Love the look and texture. You’ll touch and say ‘oh nice.’

Such cute shoes!

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Every once in a while you run across ads that jump out at you. This was the case for Jean-Michel Cazabat shoes and boots. Love the designs and textures going on here.

Jean-michel Cazabat Elsa High Heel Booties

These pointed-toe metallic tweed booties feature elastic gore insets at the sides and polished leather piping at the notched top line. Covered stiletto heel. Leather sole.

At Shop-bop

Wow – shoes that won’t go unnoticed! Also in all black.

At Shop-bop

Love the color and ruching!

At Shop-bop

There’s a few more days to shop for your fall shoe wardrobe. Don’t miss the sale!

Via Spiga ‘Madeline’ Ankle Boot

Versatile; wear with pants- or when with hose or leggings, nice detail at top!

Enzo Angiolini ‘Sully’ Platform Pump (Nordstrom Exclusive)

A beautiful color!

Donald J Pliner ‘Fatima’ Peep Toe Pump

Bring interest to your fall- color wardrobe!

Cole Haan ‘Air Talia Mid’ Pump

India ink color. Nice heel. Nike air technology!

Clinton’s ‘Top 100 Style Mistakes Women Make’ is a fun read and good advice! Some of my favorites:

Scuffed-up heels

This is where a black magic marker, furniture repair markers or shoe polish kit come in handy! Easy to remedy and big difference!

Low boobies

We can’t help gravity, but we gals hear it time and time again – get fitted by a professional!

Applying makeup in public

Ongoing discussion with gal pals, especially about lipstick. “Mom always says no” and Clinton does too. Find a restroom! I have to admit, I’m occasionally guilty!

Black addiction

Guilty as charged! and working on it. “Black is absolutely classic and often sophisticated, but best when used in moderation.”

Beige

Don’t be the beige block! Pair with a bright color by the face.

Slut shoes

Clinton’s take on this is hilarious!

Bad posture

One of my pet peeves. Straighten up, use those core muscles! I still remember my jr-high gym teacher yelling at us and she was right! I see ladies developing “widows’ hump” and rounded shoulders. Stand straight, shoulders back and all the other hints you’ve heard. Before you know it, your efforts will become automatic.

A fun book and very helpful. Thanks Clinton for your advice and humor!

JUST IN TIME!

With cool weather approaching, check to see what’s on sale at Nordstrom for your fall wardrobe. And don’t forget kid’s and mens sale…they need shoes too!

These Michael Kors sandals rock!

MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Greta’ Sandal

A pretty and feminine flat for work or bumming around town.

DKNYC ‘Darlene’ Flat

I have these boots and LOVE them! My feet stay toasty warm and I get compliments galore!

UGG® Australia ‘Bailey Button’ Boot

I have a similar Weitzman bootie and they are smart-looking and SO comfortable. Wear with a dress and tights or pants.

Stuart Weitzman ‘Slipover’ Pump

Nice loafer for fall!

COACH FRIDA LOAFER

What’s behind the red sole? As Christian Louboutin’s registered trademark is challenged (see my August 14th post), they give us their story along with the PMS (Pantone Color Matching System) of the coveted red soles they trademarked in 2008.

Maggie Cap-Toe Pump

Calf Hair Mid-Heel Pump: The chunky heel is back!

“This Christian Louboutin pump features a sturdy, easy-to-handle heel, so you can show off the red sole all day—and all night. Think of the leopard print as a neutral, a bettered basic to enhance both solid and patterned apparel alike.”

Metallic Fabric Mid-Heel Slingback: beautiful shimmer with texture. Wear with cocktail attire, power-suiting separates, and blue jeans alike.

Crystal-Heel Patent Pump: Beautiful!