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Created for Brigitte Bardot by the legendary pointe shoe manufacturer Repetto, the ballet flat could possibly be world’s most perfect shoe. Simple and elegant, this comfortable shoe has a signature style made famous not only by its originator, Bardot, but also the iconic Audrey Hepburn. Style options – as well as price ranges – are [...]

Otherwise known as,”Winter 2012 we are SO done with you.” If it’s 74 degrees here, 60 degrees in New York and Vermont has hardly any snow? I’m calling it SPRING. Even in the middle of February. WRITE IT DOWN. And since it’s now SPRING for all intents and purposes, it’s time to think turquoise. Let’s [...]

hoes are taking a memo from the color-blocking craze this spring – in the form of wide-strapped sandals. In a bold “up-the-ante” move, shoes have had a meeting and it’s a silver moment that takes the stage for spring 2012. I completely approve. I’m over at momtastic today talking about silver, wide-strapped sandals and picking [...]

Shop: BCBG ‘Lardenas’ | Calvin Klein ‘Felisha’ | Kate Spade Leopard | Vince Camuto ‘Stacie’ | Sam Edelman ‘Jayla’ | Delman ‘Larue’ Oh, the ankle bootie. I will admit to being a late adopter of this trend, but I blame the 80s and their silly tiny slouchy boots that made no sense to me. The [...]

First, let me say, NO ONE is more surprised I am writing this post than I am. I will readily admit I was something of a snob when it came to the idea of a “comfort shoe”. There was no way a comfort shoe could by stylish in my mind. But here’s what happened. I [...]

I’m over at momtastic today with a roundup of my favorite, go-to shoe for fall: the leopard flat. I have owned a pair of leopard flats for more than ten years now and I’m positive it will always be a staple in my closet. Come see the roundup – and the advice on how to [...]

I’m over at momtastic today talking about shoes (AGAIN!) – specifically designer lines from Payless that you guys really ought to take a look at! Seriously. Go now. Your feet will thank you. Share

Quick! How many black flats do you have in your closet? It’s a lot, isn’t it? Me, too. It’s time to change that. I’m over at momtastic today talking about why we need a perfect red flat and highlighting some of my favorite this season. Come shop with me over there. Share

Valentino Couture Bow d’Orsay Pump, Jimmy Choo Captoe Leopard Pump, Alexander McQueen Skull Suede Platform Pump All via Neiman Marcus In every woman’s collection there are things that make her feel POWERFUL (all caps). They are not worn every day. They are brought out for the certain occasions that require that extra shock of bravado. [...]

Ladies and gentlemen, The Master has arrived. Manolo Blahnik charmed and wooed a few hundred Houston women today at the Neiman Marcus Houston Galleria shoe salon – although he didn’t have to work very hard.  Houston women have been involved in a torrid love affair with Mr. Blahnik and his fanciful shoes for years.  There [...]