-Manolo Blahnik offers his thoughts on the spring 2010’s shoe trends. His take on Chanel’s runway clogs? Manolo says, “…When I design, personally I like delicate shoes, but I actually like this season’s clogs; I love flats – and I like the peasant look. We have actually ordered two styles of clogs to be made this season for Manolo Blahnik.” [via Vogue UK]
-Imelda Marcos’ shoe collection gets its own musical. The shoes made up 40% of the $1,500-$2,000 costume budget. [via WSJ]
-The Presidential Suite at the Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach boasts a wall of shoe art which pays tribute to former First Ladies and other dignitaries. Since the suite costs $4,000 to $6,000 a night, the closest we’ll get to viewing these shoes is online. [via Stylelist]
-Christian Louboutin is known as a shoe and handbag designer. For the release of the Le Rituel champagne, Louboutin stepped out of his norm and into the role of a movie director. Watch the Cinderella inspired video on YouTube.
It’s time for another shoe showdown. Who do you think wore these Chanel peep-toe booties, from the Spring 2009 collection, better? The runway model, Diane Kruger, or Alexa Chung?
I’m going to give this one to the Chanel runway model, despite the hairpiece. Alexa looks mismatched in a biege dress with black/white booties. While I typically love what Diane wears, the crossover messenger bag seems off with her outfit. I have come to expect more wow from her.
Tired of switching between comfy flats and killer heels after arriving at work? Shoe designer Kenneth Cole aims to solve this problem through the patent pending 925 Technology. Named for its 9am - 5pm wearability, so women wouldn’t need to play the shoe switcheroo game, the shoe has a few soleful features. Shoes bearing 925 Technology are made up of two layers of foam: one is a shock absorber and the other is a poron memory foam that molds to the shape of your foot. A pillow in the arch cradle is designed to support the foot and soft rubber sole enhances flexibility. Basically, the technology is designed to marry fashion with practical functionality.
The Kenneth Cole Silver line, named for its signature silver heel with 925 Technology, was on pre-order in the summer but now you can purchase them at Kenneth Cole’s official website. There are currently 5 basic styles, but the plan is to expand the technology into all Kenneth Cole shoes. Prices range from $135 to $195.
For those that have worn these shoes, please let us know what you think about them. Both Taryn Rose and Anyi Lu use poron cushioning in their shoes, but they are $200-$300 more expensive than these Kenneth Coles. I’m curious to see if 925 Technology provides an equivalent or comparable alternative.
Now that my hubby and I are expecting our first child, my shoe universe seems to be expanding. While my interest still lies in women’s shoes, toddler footwear suddenly seems more interesting to me, irrespective of the gender of our child.
When I first saw this picture of Suri Cruise in tiny d’orsay heels, a few thoughts were running through my head.
Essentially they boiled down to three categories (edited to more coherent thoughts for this post):
1. The practical side- Nooo!!!! This young lady just learned how to walk. Her feet need to be close to the ground to provide her with better stability, allow for strong ankles, and for that arch to be built.
2. The feminist side- How can women expect to be treated as equally when we willingly choose to wear heels? When we wear hobbling heels, doesn’t this just symbolically emphasize how fragile and frail women are vs. our male counterparts who stand steady with both feet firmly planted on the floor?
3. The girly side- Awwwh, how cute. Suri is going to be quite the fashionista when she grows up. These must be Suri’s princess shoes (photo below of R5Bales’ granddaughter’s shoes)!
Honestly, I believe that everything can be done in moderation. As long as Suri is allowed to walk barefoot or wear flexible soled shoes the majority of the time, I think that low kitten heels are acceptable. Heck, they are loads cuter than Crocs. Little girls should be allowed to play dress up and experiment. It’s part of growing up and developing personal tastes and a personality. But what do you think? Are heels appropriate for someone Suri’s age?
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