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Do Not Want: Mules

Rachel KrauseMarch 15, 2012 //
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I say if you’re going to bother wearing a heel, go high: this indecisive mid-point isn’t working for me. High-end designers such as Louis Vuitton, Dolce & Gabbana, and Prada may have marched them out on their Spring/Summer 2012 runways with aplomb, but the mule doesn’t translate well to real girl style, unless perhaps she goes all out with head-to-toe vintage, no apologies. While Stylelist, which is usually right on trend, insists that you should invest in a pair, I say it’s a definite don’t. What’s your take: would you wear this classic, grandma-inspired footwear? [J. Renee Baja, $36.99, 6pm.com]

Would You Wear: Preen For Aldo Giffee Sandal?

Rachel KrauseMarch 11, 2012 //
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I’m all for Aldo’s collaborations with high-end designers at a lower price point, and I usually die for Preen, but I don’t know if these are working for me. They’re a replica of the shoes worn on the runway in the design duo’s heavily pixelated spring 2012 collection, but I wasn’t so sure of them there, either. I loved the dresses in the show mainly because of the large scale of the pixels, so I think this condensed incarnation lacks the impact of a bigger print. I do, however, love that chunky, sculptural heel. I’m so torn. What do you think? Would you wear them? ($155, Aldo)

Weekend Project: Add Some Sparkle To Scuffed Flats

Winona Dimeo-EdigerMarch 10, 2012 //
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Even though “glitter” and “flats” are two of my favorite words, I must admit I initially gave this project the side-eye, since I assumed they would leave a little trail of glitter wherever you walked (which might be kind of magical in its own way, but mostly annoying). However, the brilliant Sues from We Are Not Martha swears that isn’t the case: “The glitter is stuck on there like whoa (thank you Mod Podge!), and the shoes are still super flexible.” Sweet! Worries abated, I’ve got a pair of scuffed up flats that are about to get glittered like whoa. [We Are Not Martha]

Chart: The Evolution of the Lady Sneaker

Julie GersteinMarch 7, 2012 //

Ever since plimsoll first arrived in the 1830s, we’ve been working to constantly improve our athletic footwear. One unfortunate recent evolution — probably originating from the high platforms worn by ravers in the ’80s and ’90s — is the emergence of the high-heel sneaker. You might have had a pair in the late ’90s. Beyonce certainly did. Now the latest thing? Isabel Marant platform wedge sneakers, that sneakily hide the heel inside the shoe so no one has to know that you’ve got an extra little booty push. They’re great if you’ve got an extra $760 to spare. But if not, do what Amelia did, and get a less expensive but still totally cool version of these made by Ash.

9 Bizarre & Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes

Rachel KrauseMarch 7, 2012 //
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
9 Bizarre And Beastly Pairs Of Designer Shoes
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“Creative” and “eccentric” are adjectives that pretty much go hand-in-hand, so it’s hardly a surprise when clothing designers get a bit quirky with their creations. It’s almost never a bad thing — in a profession devoted to the manufacturing of wearable works of art, an odd bent here and there is not only appreciated but encouraged. Some designers take their whims to dresses, but for others, it’s shoes. Some of the world’s most renowned visionaries are responsible for kicks that you’d hesitate to put on, lest they bite your foot off. Many are incredible and inspired, while others are just weird. One thing is for certain: these designer deviations are not cheap. Looking extra avant garde comes at a price.

The 5 Pairs Of Shoes Every Woman Should Own

Rachel KrauseMarch 1, 2012 //
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An outfit isn’t an outfit without the right shoes. The wrong pair can turn an otherwise show-stopping ensemble into something subpar, but there are no written rules — choosing is trial and error. Regardless, there are a few basic varieties of shoes that every woman should have in her closet for different reasons. Sure, they may be “safe” choices, but having a solid arsenal of standby kicks and knowing what to wear them with can make getting dressed in the morning that much easier.

High/Low: 9 Affordable Takes On The Latest Designer Shoes

Julie GersteinFebruary 23, 2012 //
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shopping guide affordable shoes
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We’ve got expensive taste, but don’t have the wallet to match. So while we’ve been salivating over the Spring 2012 shoe collections, it’s unlikely that we’ll ever be able to afford even a small wedge of a McQueen wedge any time soon. That’s why we’ve done our due diligence and found a vast array of designer lookalikes at a fraction of the cost. These shoes mimic the designs of the latest Altuzarras, Casadeis and 3.1 Phillip Lims — but at a fraction of the cost. Click through, and happy shopping.

Just Knit It: Nike Debuts Seamlessly Knitted Running Shoe

Winona Dimeo-EdigerFebruary 23, 2012 //
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Knitting used to be the realm of grannies in rocking chairs, then it was adopted by hip young people looking for a creative outlet, and now it’s about to make an appearance on the feet of world-class athletes looking for a faster marathon time. Nike engineers employed a variety of complex knitting stitches to construct the upper part of a shoe in one seamless piece that is then attached to a super lightweight sole. The result? The Flyknit–a high performance sneaker that weighs a mere 5.6 ounces and hugs the foot so naturally that no socks are needed. The Flyknit design process took four years, but that dedication is already paying off: according to Nike, the Flyknit Racer will be worn by all the top athletes for this spring’s marathon season and the London Olympics later this year. A version for nonprofessional runners, the Flyknit Trainer+, will hit stores in July. [Knitting Industry News]

Do Not Want: Alexander Wang’s “Teva” Sandals

Leonora EpsteinFebruary 14, 2012 //
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Oh my God, you guys. Breaking news. Alexander Wang is making Tevas. Excuse me, Teva-inspired shoes. I have just lost all faith in humanity. I get that when designers gets bored, they take the world’s ugliest things and make them expensive, but I have a hard time picturing anything but sweaty river-waders and/or the boys of my 5th grade class whose uniform was sweatpants and Tevas with white socks. [$395, Shopbop]

Would You Wear … Saddle Shoes?

Winona Dimeo-EdigerFebruary 8, 2012 //
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When these pink patent leather saddle shoes popped up on my Pinterest feed (try saying that five times fast!), I loved them in spite of myself. I’m pretty sure the last time I wore saddle shoes was third grade picture day, but oh man, now I’m dreaming about pairing them with dark skinny jeans and chunky cardigans. These babies have been popping up in Spring fashion magazines too, so what do you guys think? Would you wear saddle shoes? Or should this particular style of footwear be confined to elementary class photos? ["Odette" Saddle Shoes, $76, Bass]

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