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Net-A-Porter is having their end of season sale. These are a few of the designer shoes on sale starting 50% off.
Christian Louboutin So Private $537
Sergio Rossi Eel Pumps $325 50% off
Jimmy Choo Prosper leather sandal $525 40% off
- Ever wonder how shoes are made? Here’s a behind the scenes look at the making of Sergio Rossi’s red shoe. It really gives me more appreciation and helps me understand why certain shoes can be so pricey! [via Sergio Rossi]
- The next time someone questions you for that expensive shoe purchase, how about referring them to these hideous Xbox shoes. Sure, they are one of a kind, but I wouldn’t pay $50 for them, let alone $4,000. [via SoftSailor]
- Twinkletoes touched on recessionista show swapping, and now if you are in the UK, you can experience it as well. At the Shoe Spectacular Party, guests can meet fellow shoe lovers, swap shoes, receive makeovers, experience live music and see a fashion. When is this coming to my city? [via PR Log]
While economic events have been a bit dreary over the past six months or so, it’s nice to see that we won’t have to worry about being stuck with spring shoe options that are either conservative or gloomy.
So, what am I seeing at online retailers as well as in every brick-and-mortar store with a shoe section?
Color.
What kind of color? From Payless to Macy’s to Saks, just about every primary, prism-based color is on tempting display.
So, if you like bold colors, then this is the season for you.
Here are some (mostly) high-end highlights.
Red:
Christian Louboutin ‘Madame Claude’ D’orsay Pumps $795 at Saks.com
Valentino ‘Mena’ Day Wear Pumps $695 at Saks.com
BCBGMaxazria Patent and Rafia* Sandals $250 at Saks.com
Orange:
Dior ‘Klimt’ T-strap Sandal $570 at Saks.com
Miu Miu patent leather wedges $570 at Net-a-porter
Yellow:
Christian Louboutin Platform pumps $736 at Saks.com
Brian Atwood ‘Riva’ patent sandals $725 at Net-a-porter
Green:
Roberto Cavalli satin basketweave sandals $915 at Net-a-porter
Brian Atwood Suede Sandals $710 at Saks.com
Blue:
Christian Louboutin ‘New Simple’ pumps $675 at Saks.com
Oscar de la Renta V-Pieced open-toe platform pumps $755 at Saks.com
Loeffler Randal ‘Graphic’ wood platform sandal $575 at Saks.com
Violet:
Miu Miu ‘Sandali’ cork* sandals $585 at Saks.com
Miu Miu suede pumps $495 at Saks.com
Costume National slingback flats $560 at Saks.com
What if you want to play with the whole rainbow instead of just choosing by the individual color? Well, multi-hued styles are available too. Heck, many of us are just starting to experience 2009’s first rainy, spring-time weather; it’s as good a reason as any to bring your own rainbow to the party.
Nine West ‘Mudpie’ bamboo*-wrapped slide $88.95 at Endless.com
T.U.K Rainbow Heart Strap Heel $60.50 at Zappos.com
Jimmy Choo Open-Toe Sandals $825 at Saks.com
Brian Atwood ‘Margie’ rainbow sandals $565 at Saks.com
Sergio Rossi patchwork knee-high boots $1500 at Net-a-porter
Here’s to a colorful and optimistic spring.
* See, you really can’t get away from cork & rafia this year.
This morning, I want to share this gorgeous little baby with all of you :
Honestly, this is one pretty shoe. I am only barely avoiding drooling over this beauty.
I love the D’orsay styling, the two-tone patent and hair-calf combination, and of course, the cute little bow at the back. The 4.5-inch heel (sans platform) makes this a truly lovely silhouette; though at the highest end of wearability for many of us. It is, however, not available in my size and my pocketbook is truly grateful for this last fact.
However, there is still stock for one of you out there wearing a size 10. Who will it be?
Well, today I am taking a moment to bid a fond farewell to the recently-ended Cherry season here in the Pac Northwest (and folks think we just make coffee). I’m not sure how good this season was for the local farmers; I do know that the majority of the blossoms on the trees at the back of our property were lost due to a late 3-day freeze this spring. This caused just enough cherries for my children to enjoy in small handfuls while leaving little else for pies or preserves. And, while you might be familiar with the classic Bing cherries, until you’ve had the Rainier varieties that come out of Washington state, you are missing something special.
So, I’ll see you little guys again next year. Until then I have rounded up some cherry-centric kicks in honor of these tasty tidbits.
First off is my personal favorite, Oh Deer’s ‘Cha Cha’ ($149.95 at Endless.com; If you are a size 10 you can get the last of these for $37.99 at Amazon.com* c/o Designer athletic.) This shoe also comes in a flats option, the ‘Garcia’ ($90.97 Endless.com).
Next we see that even Sergio Rossi couldn’t resist the allure of the cherry print (’Lady AT-5722′ $356.85 Zappos.com)
Of course, cherry prints are always a popular option with the goth crowd, so I would be remiss if I didn’t include a chunky platform like this T.U.K. ‘Cherry Maryjane’ ($38.95 Endless.com).
Yet another option is this picnic-inspired, gingham-check ‘Teacher’s Pet’ wedge by Not Rated ($20.70 6pm.com). See those little cherry skull-and-crossbones? Swoon; I would wear these in a heartbeat.
Also in wedges are these flirty little Draven ‘Forbidden Blossom’ shoes with perforated oxford detail at the toe ($39.59 Shoes.com).
If you like a more open look, you might like the Mia ‘Lyza’ slide ($27.60 6pm.com) or maybe the sparkly vinyl slingback offered by J. Renee ($75.60 Zappos.com).
Then again, if you like allover detail including a decorated sole, Naughty Monkey’s ‘Cherry Pop’ in red or brown may be more your style ($32.97 Endless.com).
Finally, for flats-lovers, are the Gabriella Rocha ‘Cameron’ ($26.95 6pm.com) or Shelly’s London ‘Cherie’ ankle-strap flat($38.39 Shoes.com).
And what to wear with these? Well, if you want to push it even more over-the-top, you can always go the extra step by pairing your printed shoes with these Leg Avenue knee-highs $5.50 at Divatreats.com.
*A note on Amazon.com marketplace pricing, based on my own past purchase experiences: In cases like this where there is a price range “$37.99 - 149.95″ noted. This reflects price and stock at multiple sellers which may or may not include Amazon’s own shoe site, endless.com. Once stock from the lowest priced vendor is depleted, prices will appear to ‘jump’ to the next lowest vendor’s price. I have seen at least one customer review that accused Amazon of unethical practices when there was an overnight price change. I have purchase enough marketplace items that I am familiar with the process and practices and believe that understanding this process helps us all to get the best deals on items we love.
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