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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.

Okay gals, it’s been a rough winter and as I clean out my closet, some things have to go! In planning for next fall/winter, here’s some super UGG boots at wonderful sale prices. This minute, there’s plenty of sizes left but you’d better order quickly as these won’t last long!

Jimmy Choo

Ugg For Jimmy Choo Sora Sheepskin Fringe Tall Boots

‘Fringe trim and star-shaped studs lend bohemian ease to this comfortable sheepskin style.’

$699.00 – on sale for $277.99

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Ugg For Jimmy Choo Starlit Short Sheepskin Boots

‘EXCLUSIVELY AT SAKS in black. Star-shaped studs cover sheepskin for a dreamy celestial look.’

$599.00 – on sale for $237.99

Ah….I wish I could add height to my 5’4′” frame with beautiful shoes that command attention all on their own.  While my back  wouldn’t forgive this transgression, my head is still in the clouds when I ‘oh’ and ‘ah’ over these styles!

These are beautiful and a sexy way to show off your pedicure. Note the V at the top which lengthens the leg, and the peep toe saying it’s spring and Let the Dogs Out!

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Miles Leather & Mesh Ankle Boots

Peek-a-boo mesh is trimmed in leather for a maze effect in this open-toe bootie.

All I can say is WOW !

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Lagoon Platform Metallic & Glitter-Covered Leather Sandals

From the Jimmy Choo 24:7 Collection. This evening-perfect stiletto shines in metallic and glitter-covered leather bands.

The color and textured-interest give these shoes a thumbs up!  If you need a new neutral for your shoe wardrobe, these are a great addition! A classic shoe with this interest doesn’t come around very often…believe me…I look for them!

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Nova Snake-Printed Leather Peep-Toe Slingbacks

From the Jimmy Choo 24:7 Collection. Peep-toe classic with a hint of exotic in snake-embossed Italian leather.

I was at the Jimmy Choo store in Chicago last fall when these “were coming.” What a great collaboration between Jimmy Choo and UGG! A great fun way to keep your tootsies warm and comfortable! 

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Ugg For Jimmy Choo Mandah Sheepskin Short Boots

Ah, a welcomed addition to the wardrobe these would be! Beautiful, timeless classics you’ll love.

Prada

Patent Leather Bow Pumps

Oh my lovely shoes!  Stay in my closet forever. I can even walk in you!

Patent leather pointed toe pump with contrast bow.

• Self-covered heel, 3½" (90mm)
• Leather lining and sole
• Padded insole
• Made in Italy

Jimmy Choo

Glitter-Covered Leather Sandy Flat

The pointed toe and glitter will lengthen your legs for a fabulous look!

From the Jimmy Choo 24:7 Collection. Glitter-covered leather brings glamour to this comfortable style.

• Self-covered heel, ¾" (20mm)
• Point toe
• Leather lining and sole
• Padded insole
• Made in Italy

Stuart Weitzman

Satin Lace Pumps

These are so feminine! They look delicate, beautiful!

Elegant satin and silk lace rendezvous to create an utterly graceful style.

• Satin-covered heel, 4¼" (110mm)
• Satin-covered platform, ¼" (5mm)
• Compares to a 4" heel (100mm)
• Leather sole
• Padded insole
• Made in Spain

What can I say? I’m at a NARS event; major players doing their craft, but out of the corner of my eye I’m looking to the left to the shoe department at Saks Fifth Avenue at Waterside Shops, Naples, Florida. I have all I can do to contain myself as I eye up the beauties just waiting to be appreciated. So one of my NARS gals, Brandi Perkins, senses my wondering eye to the shoe gallery. “Oh, do you have those in a size 7?” I inquire as I totally go from makeup to the several pair of shoes so beautifully displayed and waiting for the appreciative buyer. OKAY – so the Gucci’s are OUTRAGEOUS!  I’m telling you; the heel is part patent and suede and so delicious in presentation. Look at the detail-realize the comfort-it is a sure HIT! YES give me a pair of those. Then the Jimmy Choo’s:  lower heel and sexy pointed with open design reveal. HELLO! Very sexy. Girls, I’m telling you; when you see the shoes you love, buy them! They aren’t necessarily available everywhere and at every store in every size.  If they DO IT for you, get them. They won’t be there tomorrow.

Refer to my January 19th blog about Jimmy Choo – The Collection. Here is a video from Saks Fifth Avenue with Jimmy Choo founder Tamara Mellon introducing CHOO 24:7  The Collection.

I received a catalog from Nordstrom introducing:

JIMMY CHOO

CHOO 24:7

The Collection

There’s HOPE gals!  The Jimmy Choo collection is offering beautiful shoes that we can wear without breaking our necks or developing calluses! Take the IRENA or ISABEL group for example. Hooray!

Go to:  WWW.NORDSTROM.COM/JIMMYCHOO

I was shopping with a friend at Nordstrom in Chicago last Fall and we were ready to splurge on fabulous shoes. We tried on shoes for 2 hours. The salespeople brought out pair after pair. Gorgeous shoes, but who could walk in them?  We couldn’t figure it out. You reach a certain age or just need to actually walk in your shoes and you start to acknowledge what the “high of high” heels are doing to your body. Are the women who can afford the fabulous shoes finding what they want? A gal can wear any shoe for an hour, but with foot and back issues, we’re starting to realize our wasted dollars on 4′” stilettos that sit in our closet.  Those beauties are for display, not for utility. (And that’s okay, but how many pair of those kind do we need?  Tee hee!)

Some friends will say they can wear any heel height, but it’s sad to see them barefoot. We need these feet for life. Let’s be kind to them. While I loved SATC, Carrie Bradshaw almost did us a disservice with running for blocks in her Manolo’s.  Is it realistic to expect there won’t be consequences?  It’s not that I don’t have a closet full of shoes, but I’ve become pickier as time goes by.  Comfort becomes a priority, otherwise, the shoes become a “donation.”

Check it out! 

I’m excited about attending the 52nd annual Grammy Awards on January 31, Twenty-Ten, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles! Trying to keep my luggage to a minimum (oh no… the shoes alone!), I’ll have to choose the wardrobe carefully. It’s a jam-packed weekend and the outfit for the “Red Carpet” is ready to go. I’m not second-guessing my choice, but I liked these flirty-edgy dresses that Saks Fifth Avenue has to offer.   My shoes are Christian Louboutin and I’ll talk about my dress on a later post. So whether you’re going to the Grammys or not, here are great choices for the fun cocktail party or event you have coming up!

Haute Hippie     

with Jimmy Choo sandals

Robert Rodriguez       

with Christian Louboutin booties

  Haute Hippie Strapless

with Jimmy Choo patent sandals

Fabulous Jimmy Choo at Saks

So I think I just found the “black” purse I’ve been looking for.  Jimmy Choo’s Bea Glazed Snake-Print tote will be “fashionable” for years to come.  For you “big city” girls or ladies who just gravitate toward black, this purse will give you some pattern to complement your all-black outfit.  Saks on-line has a wonderful way of presenting its purses.  Note the “Quick Look” where you can look inside the bag and also see the proportion of the bag on a 5’5” gal.  This is genius marketing and is a huge help in making those big-ticket item purchases when you want more than a quick “look-sie.”  Good going Saks!  And thanks, Jimmy Choo, for great options!

While at Nordstrom today, Valentino was calling to me.  The style being familiar but changing with color and material through the seasons, the purses are  distinctive and beautiful.  Versace had several purses I “tried on.”  The Burberry display had the usual, but several I really liked and checked over. The saleslady had to keep me from giving the red Jimmy Choo a peck on the handle.  Such beauty! Purses can be an art form, carried with you throughout the day.  Hello happiness!