Monday, September 23, 2013

Unlisted -Ritzy Night

Ciao a tutti!

My fellow Shoe-A-Holics, every girl needs a pair of going out shoes (or several), and if you're like me, with a Shoe Arsenal filled with every conceivable style of black pump there is, then a beautiful alternative is one in a metallic hue.
Silver, gold, pewter or bronze, all considered to be a 'neutral color', you can't go wrong with a pair of stems in any of these shades.  Just remember to keep your metallics (shoes and accessories) in the same color family to keep your look polished!

Baci a tutti!

Stella Notte

Day 353:  Monday September 23rd 2013
Designer: Unlisted by Kenneth Cole
Name: Ritzy Night
Color: Light Silver
Style: Slide Sandal Pump
Heel: 3.5 inches (8.89 cm)
Material: Satin Upper with rhinestone decorative buckles on vamp and ankle







To see how I styled these beautiful Slides, follow the link below to:

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

David Tate -Katey

Ciao a tutti!

My fellow Shoe-A-Holics, a must have for any shoe aficionado, is a pair of neutral colored ballet flats; an easy, go-to shoe for any outing involving a great deal of walking, and pairing 'chic-ly' with everything from jeans to minis, you can't go wrong with these.
 
A word of caution when purchasing flats: look for a pair with a padded insole and preferably with arch support; feet can become quite tired while walking and these two factors will alleviate pain associated with a poor quality shoe.  Also, avoid shoes with elastic goring around the heel.  Although they may provide a better fitting shoe (i.e. they won't fall off), the close fitting, gathered elastic has a tendency to cut into your heel causing a great deal of discomfort and pain.
Baci a tutti!
 
Stella Notte
 
Day 352: Tuesday September 17th 2013
Designer: David Tate
Name: Katey
Color : Brown
Style: Flat Ballet Slipper
Material: Suede Upper with exotic snakeskin print and goring on sides
 
 
 
 
 

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Lumiani -Ava

Ciao a tutti!

My fellow Shoe-A-Holics, being vertically challenged, I look for new ways to 'appear' taller, and here is one of my favorite style tips: Wear High Heels with Shorts!  High Heels + Shorts = A lot of Leg
But you can't just wear any heel in order to maximize the length of your gams.  Anything with an ankle strap will disrupt the continuous flow from the hem of your shorts to your toes, and actually make you look shorter.  Look for a slide (remember, mules are their closed-toe cousins) with a wedge, which provides a great deal of stability when you walk.

Baci a tutti!

Stella Notte

Day 351: Wednesday September 11th 2013
Designer: Lumiani
Name: Ava
Color:  Black
Style: Demi-Wedge Slide
Heel: 4.5 inches (11.43 cm)
Platform: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
Material: Suede Upper with suede lined foot bed and leather sole. Suede wrapped wedge and platform



To see how I styled these beautiful Slides, follow the link below to:

Sunday, September 8, 2013

Minnetonka -Belize

Ciao a tutti!

All right, my fellow Shoe-A-Holics...pair number 350!  And aren't they beautiful!  I first shoe-cased my Minnetonka knee high fringe boots last year; with their unique style and unmatched comfort, when I saw these beaded-fringe t-strap sandals, I had to get them, and have not been disappointed.


Both easy to wear and easy to style, these fringed beauties add a playful element to any ensemble, and when paired with a fringed bag, your style will be instantly elevated into Boho-chic-ness!

Baci a tutti!

Stella Notte

Day 350: Sunday September 8th 2013
Designer: Minnetonka
Name: Belize
Color: Brown
Style: Ankle- Cuff Back-Zip T-Strap Sandals
Material: Suede Upper with decorative top stitiching and weaving with beaded fringe details







To see how I styled these beautiful Sandals, follow the link below to:

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Sole-Less Shoes: Beaded Cowrie Shells

Ciao a tutti!

My fellow Shoe-A-Holics, as I gear up for my 350th pair of shoes, I am taking time out to relax, enjoy the weather and put my feet in the sand, and what better way to do so than with a pair of Sole-Less Foot Thongs.  Unaccustomed to walking barefoot, I feel quite home in these (and on the beach).  Whether they are worn with a bikini or while combing the beach, these beauties are the perfect accent to your summertime, surf-side outing!
Baci a tutti!

Stella Notte

Wednesday September 4th 2013

Style: Sole-Less Foot Thong

To see how I styled these beautiful Foot Thongs, follow the link below to:

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Type Z -Virginia, Cognac

Ciao a tutti!

He we are again, my fellow Shoe-A-Holics, on the verge of welcoming another season, and if you are anything like me, the change in climate leaves you with the twice-a-year-dilemma: What do I wear when transitioning into...(in this case), autumn?  My recommendation is a open-toe shootie!

The marvelous hybrid of a shoe and bootie with the open-toe practicality of a sandal, is perfect on every level: the cool mornings are no match for the closed heel style of this shoe, while the warm afternoons are a breeze with the open front design.  In a leg-lengthening height, a shootie is sure to be a staple from now, to well into the fall!

Baci a tutti!

Stella Notte

Day 349:  Sunday August 1st 2013
Designer: Type Z
Name: Virginia
Color:  Cognac
Style: Peep-Toe Platform Wedge Shootie
Heel: 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Platform: 1.38 inches (3.51 cm)
Material: Leather Upper with decorative straps with top stitching



 
To see how I styled these beautiful Shooties, follow the link below to:
 
 
Beautiful in any color; click here to see these beauties in Nude!