Saint Laurent has finally designed the cool girl’s quintessential roller skate. Imagine skating down Venice Beach in a pair of high-waisted denim shorts and these bad boys. Channel your inner Lana Del Rey below.
Saint Laurent California High-Top Roller Skates, $1195, via Luisaviaroma
What do you think of these roller skates?
xo
Givenchy mules first debuted last year in New York Fashion Week on the Spring/Summer 2016 runway, where it caused that notorious Candice Swanepoel & other model’s fashion week fall. Nonetheless, these Italian-made Givenchy mules are exquisitely beautiful, featuring a lizard-effect and smooth metallic leather. Pair these with a colorful, monochromatic outfit to accentuate the silver heels.
Givenchy mesh-paneled metallic leather mules, $1,050, via Net-a-Porter
What do you think of these heels? How would you style them?
xoxo
Laurence Dacade is known for having whimsical and unique prints in her designs. The French designer’s philosophy is “There is no need to suffer for beauty”, and it is apparent in her comfortable shoe styles that are both fashionable & functional.
Check out these darling David Bowie -inspired booties. If you’ve been following this blog for a while, you know that we are obsessed with Bowie’s style. Wear them with oversized, worn-in denim and a sexy cropped top to balance out the bold style of the boots.
And don’t forget red lipstick & some serious self-confidence.
Laurence Dacade Bowie paneled leather ankle boots, $960, via Net-a-Porter
What do you think of these boots? How would you style them?
xo, loves
Have a beautiful weekend!
Swiss-born, Milan-based designer Consuelo Castiglioni, who founded the brand Marni over 20 years ago, stepped down from her position earlier this week to welcome her new replacement, Francesco Risso. While it was rumored that Castiglioni would be stepping down after her runway show this fall, the news has stirred up controversy in the fashion world. Nonetheless, she gave her blessing to Risso, and is confident he will design with her vision in mind.
Marni’s Spring/Summer ’17 show at Milan Fashion Week via Elle.com
In a 2014 interview with The Telegraph, Castiglioni said:
Take these one-of-a-kind sculptural pumps by Marni for example. In a world dominated by sex appeal, they are a refreshing reminder that fashion is not about sex. It is about uniquely expressing one’s individuality through the simplistic art form of dressing.
Marni Sculptural Pump, $980, via Moda Operandi
Wear these babies with a flared midi-skirt and a tucked-in blouse for a look that’s both fashionable and feminine.
What do you think of these heels? Would you wear them?
xoxo
Delpozo’s new creative director Josep Font has been a breath of fresh air for the brand following Jesus del Pozo’s passing in 2011. He has managed to remain true to the brand’s Spanish roots, with colorful designs and prints, while mixing in feminine and romantic vibes.
These velvet pumps are a perfect example of the playful, yet ladylike aesthetic. These flirty heels are covered in pink and navy velvet, with a 4″ chunky heel. Finish off the look with a below-the-knee skirt and high-collar blouse for a polished, yet refined look.
Delpozo Velvet Pump, $720, via Moda Operandi
What do you think of these heels? Share your thoughts below.
Have a beautiful weekend!
xo
“I always look to the example of Comme des Garçons for what we want to do,” Gvasalia, the head designer of Vetements, explained in a Racked interview. “Steady but slow growth while doing things their own way.”
Vetements Fall/Winter 2016 Runway, via New York Magazine
Vetements, pronounced vet-MAHN is the cool-girl, underground brand that debuted with a boom in 2014 (despite Lorde’s twitter feed officially calling the brand “uncool” back in May). With a selection of hoodies, quirky t-shirts, and other miscellaneous items of clothing. Additionally, they make some badass boots. See below.
Vetements Textured-leather ankle boots, $1,710, via Net-a-Porter
I can’t think of a better way to channel your inner street starlet than the look below, socks and all.
What do you think of these boots? How would you style them?
xo
Dior is known for their high-quality, intricately designed pieces. A shining example are these Cognac Calfskin Ankle Boots by Dior, a perfect boot to accompany the autumn weather. They first debuted in the Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 runway show, and are composed of calfskin and crocodile. The construction was inspired by the Opanca technique, an old-fashioned way of constructing shoes in which they are hand-sewn and use a double needle sewing technique to attach the sock lining, sole, and upper part of the shoes to each other in one process.
Dior Cognac Calfskin Ankle Boot, price upon request
Wear them with cropped skinny jeans or a long pencil skirt for a refined and sophisticated look.
What do you think of these boots? How would you wear them?
xo
Chloe Gosselin is a newcomer on the design scene, and is sure to be a name you’ll be hearing more about in the coming months. After working as an internationally recognized model for almost a decade, she studied shoemaking at FIT in New York, along with Ars Sutoria in Milan. The French designer blends her heritage culture, along with influences throughout her travels, to create shoes that invoke feelings and thoughts; inspired by music, contemporary art, photography and vintage aesthetics.
Check out these Plumeria pumps by Chloe Gosselin below, adorned with emerald Orylag fur. Wear them with an A-line mini skirt and black tights for a fashionable fall look.
Chloe Gosselin Plumeria pumps, $1,100, via ChloeGosselin.com
What are your thoughts about these shoes? How would you wear them?
A pair of perfect black boots are basically quintessential to each winter. Gucci has made an extremely enviable pair this season, complete with their signature navy and red canvas panel and gold pearl embellishments. Wear them with cropped & flared culottes and a tied neck scarf for a perfectly polished, french-inspired look.
Gucci Carly leather boots, $1,250, via MatchesFashion
What do you think of these boots? How would you wear them?
Paul Andrew has a knack for creating beautiful, sexy, and also comfortable high heels, which is a rarity among designers. These wedge heels boast a gold geometric cutout pattern on the heel, which blend elegantly with the black satin fabric that composes the rest of the shoe.
Wear these with gold jewelry and a LBD. ‘Nuff said.
Paul Andrew Kismet Satin Wedge Sandals, $895, via Net-a-Porter
What do you think of these sandals? How would you wear them?
xoxo
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