Some of you may remember that back during the Spring 2009 runway shows I developed a bit of a crush on these Marc by Marc Jacobs openwork granny boots. Something about them just clicked for me.

Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘693556′ lace-up sandal $384.97 at Amazon, $412.46 $549.95 at Endless.

Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘693185′ lace-up bootie $197.98-$495 at Amazon & Endless (depending on size/color combo)

Now, I have theoretically had time to gain some little bit of emotional distance from these shoes. After all, the Spring 2009 MBMJ runway show was over a year ago.  Alas, granny-boot lover that I am, these have not lost any of their hold on me.  Unfortunately, finding a way to actually purchase a pair of these will involve the moon and stars coming into the correct alignment along with positive shopping signs and portents evidencing themselves in my favor ….. or perhaps just continued careful budgeting, having good luck hold out on issues like car and home maintenance expenses, and a hoping that a size 7 1/2 will remain in stock until I can honestly say ‘this is the pay period it can happen’.

However, if my budget remains tight enough that the MBMJ’s remain an impractical splurge, I will keep the following shoes in mind as acceptable, affordable alternatives.

First we have these hardcore knock-offs from Type Z:

Type Z ‘Ritchie’ pump $81.50 $95 at Zappos.

No challenge figuring out where the inspiration for these came from…….

There are also some less literal (copied) interpretations of the openwork style that are also very cute. And, if they go on super-sale, they could become near-irresistible.

These ones are my favorite of the bunch…they are seriously vying to knock my MBMJ crush down to a number two slot. How fickle is my shoe love now?

Linea Paolo ‘Vie’ $86.90 $129.95 at Nordstrom.

I am totally digging on these and they are on equal crush footing for me on a strictly visual basis. They do have the MBMJ’s totally whipped on price, though, to this involuntary penny-pincher.

(If you like these but are not on a budget like me, you might also like these Cynthia Vincent ‘Maddox‘ sandals over at Endless.)

Other contenders for my attention are styles by Stuart Weitzman, Pour La Victoire, Dolce Vita, Type Z, and Elizabeth & James. But, I’m still liking the Nordies and original MBMJ’s the best … so, I will probably not be bookmarking these others.

Anyway, I suppose I will just have watch the sales - and also my budget…nothing new there.

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So I was channel surfing last night and saw Kaley Cuoco on David Letterman.  She was wearing these gorgeous purple suede pumps and a little black dress. I couldn’t focus on what she was saying because I kept watching to see if the camera would show her shoes.  Here is a photo as she is leaving the Ed Sullivan Theater, covering the LBD with a satin trench.  Wonderful look.  Love the shiny trench, love the matte shoes.

  The shoes are from the Brian Atwood’s 2009/2010 Fall Winter collection.  How beautiful are these shoes?  There are about 6 color variations of this shoe.

Now, I could not find any online but I found some platform pumps that are available online. A few of you have said you have given up on suede because it is discouraging to have your shoes ruined in the weather, so I included a few smooth leather shoes. 

Jessica Simpson Parigi  $89 at Zappos 

I bought a pair of emergency Parigi’s last April.  They are indeed high; they are indeed dramatic; they do indeed show toe cleavage. They are comparable to other shoes that are the same price.

BCBGeneration Dania $89 at Zappos

Stuart Weitzman Swoon $298 at Endless

and DKNY Hina $140 at Endlless

Notice the thicker heel here, offering better stability.  It has a heel that is about 3 inches so it could be a good work shoe.

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Last night, in conjunction with New York Fashion week, was Fashion’s Night Out.  Anna Wintour was a key player in the organization of this event.   I have read mixed reactions about it.   One blog said that there was a lot of people, but not many purchases were made, that taxies, on the other hand, were the winners of the evening.  Another blogger said the night was, a “huge success, bravo Ms. Wintour.”   This post just shows who was doing what last night.

The photos show a lot of people on the streets and in the stores, mostly spectators photographing celebrities, notice this is what is happening in the photo of Beth Ostrosky.

Here is Rhianna at the World of Giuseppe Zanotti boutique.  Trying a little hard there, Rhianna? 

It looked like a model was doing yoga in a display area.  These boots are wedges, the outer edge has lattice cutouts while the inside edge is solid. Pretty cool.

This is Stuart and Jane Weitman at their boutique. 

The shoe display at SW.

Camilla Belle, Nacho Figueras, Blake Lively and David Lauren at the Ralph Lauren Women’s store on Bleecker Ave.  I noticed Ms Lively’s boots are probably the only boots on the street that are not black booties.  I love both Camilla and Blake’s shoes.

Victoria Beckham posing to beat the band at Bergdorf Goodman.  Giuseppi Zanotti is at the edge of the photo, wearing white Nikes.  I love it. 

Edited:  Just for Shomore: This is Michelle Tractenberg, Designer Zanotti, Katy Perry and Rachel Bilson in World of Giuseppe Zanotti botique.  He had been signing shoes all night long which explains the markers in his hand.

This is why ya gotta love New York.

The goal of Fashion’s Night Out was to encourage consumers to buy things.  I am not sure if that goal was achieved, but it looks like everyone had a grand time.

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Farfetch.com is an ecommerce destination that puts 20 select European independent fashion boutiques under the same roof, erh make that website.  Right now, they are having a shoe sale with some lovely things from Bruno Frisoni, Casadei, McQueen, Chie Mihara, Margiela, Parisi, Weitzman, Marc Jacobs, Opening Ceremony and others, including lots of black boots. Take advantage for the fall and winter to come!

GIA LORENZI - Black suede and patent boots; Retail price $1192, now on sale for $597.

ALEXANDER McQUEEN - Button boots with tiny toe cap; Retail price $1395, now $700.

GIA LORENZI - Black and Brown Thigh High Boots; Retail price $1320, now $660.

DIEGO DOLCINI - Buckled ankle boots; Retail price $1154, on sale for $577.

CASADEI - Suede knee high boots; Retail price $1134, on sale for $568.

DIEGO DOLCINI - Metallic buckle sandal; Retail price $1002, on sale for $501.

MALOLES - Grey and blue Mary-Janes; Retail price $421, on sale for $295.

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Not that it isn’t obvious from my blogging history, but I can’t seem go for more than a week without checking my favorite bargain sites to see what is new and affordable (comparatively speaking).

So, after a quick window-shopping hop over to 6pm.com, I wanted to share a few of the many Stuart Weitzman styles to be had at at this shoe-discounter extraordinaire:

Stuart Weitzman ‘Yeti’ (perfectly named!) $292.50 $575, in lama (shown) or black suede.

I am not completely certain how I feel about the recent proliferation of fuzzy-shafted knee boots. But, with snow predicted - Again! - this week, I am drawn to anything halfway sexy that also looks toasty warm. Plus, the platform on these is reminiscent of styling seen on shoes from Giambatista Valli (though this is a less extreme platform) , which are anything but drab.

Stuart Weitzman Ribbon-tie ‘Charleston’ sandals $146.25 $285 in Red or Black.

I have difficulty wearing styles with a separate D’orsay toe style due to the width of my foot at the instep. Nevertheless, I am continually drawn to these oh-so-sexy open and strappy styles. This sandal is just so feminine that it will never truly be out of style. Ribbons are such a classic and flirty touch.

Stuart Weitzman ‘Sashay’ $143.91 $285 in Blue Degrade Patent.

What can I say? This is a classic peep-toe in a stunning electric-blue ombre. The ombre/degrade color shift is just the thing to match every piece of blue in my closet. Lovely.

And really, where would I be if I didn’t mention Oxfords? I know there are folks out there who hate the current Oxford trend. I, on the other hand, continue to look for Oxford variations with which to stock my closet. For, one thing I have learned: If you love a trend, it is better to stock up on styles that you love and will wear - while they are still around - than live with regret for 15 years wating for the style wheel to spin its way back around again.

Stuart Weitman ‘Valleygal’ $135.72 $265, in Linen/Black Cayman Croc (Size 9 0nly). 

Let’s just say this is not your innocent schoolgirl’s Oxford. The croc-patterned leather gives this a nice touch of grown up minx for either work or play.

Stuart Weitzman ‘Hartford’ $153.27 $305,size 10 only.

This is an Oxford bootie that has just a touch of Mod appeal in it’s reverse-spectator styling. Too bad they no longer have this graphic cutie in my size.

So, 6pm.com currently has a great range of styles available for any Stuart Weitzman fans out there. As always, have fun browsing…or buying, as the case may be.

Happy Saturday, folks!

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