I've been anti-Uggs since before they became a trend. Never have I slid a chilly toe into the shearling that caused a world-wide sensation and soon became a fashion faux pas. But I have friends who still swear by them and I'll admit it's not easy to find a cold-weather boot that is suitable for the slopes and the ever-so fashionable ski lodge. Tory Burch offers an alternative to ugly Uggs with the Boho Suede Buckle Boots. Buy them at ShopBop.com to keep your feet dry and warm without sacrificing style. And remember kids, say no to Uggs.
Tiffany Tuttle is one of my favorite shoe designers. She's been a busy lady this year. Her Spring/Summer 2010 footwear collaborations with VPL by Victoria Bartlett and Erin Wasson for RVCA debuted at NYC Fashion Week. And, as always, her LD Tuttle collection for Spring 2010 is innovative and inspiring. I've often styled an entire outfit around my beloved Chaconne Sandals, and I could easily do the same with these progressive designs. Here's what designer and company founder Tiffany Tuttle has to say about them:
D~ What inspired this collection?T~ "Imagery of ghosts and shades, Marjorie Cameron Parsons Kimmel's drawings and Native American spiritual concepts. I was working with ideas of etherealness and lightness against a contrasting tension of hardness. The feelings of lightness come through in the shredded unlined leather, the tulle and the cutouts in the heels—these uppers are placed on organically scuplted wedges and the metal "pipe" heel.
D~ What are your faves from this collex?
I have something comparable to these from Delman (in an embossed leather that gives a similar effect) but everyone knows Lanvin rules when it comes to ballet flats. I think if you are going to splurge on a Lanvin flat it should be something stunning like these, rather than their basic, solid-hued, leather varieties. Buy them at ShopZoeOnline.com (my new fave online shop—East Coast outpost. I got my Alexander Wang Trudy Tote from them!) Use the code "Fall20" for 20% off your purchase (valid thru 10/15/09 in-store and online).
I think Jonathan Adler's Barbie line will be a big hit around the holidays. The collection includes a special edition JA Barbie doll, candles, throws, bathroom accessories and more. The plates shown here are as far as I'd go—a subtle pink stripe paying homage to the plastic, blonde bombshell—but I'm sure my husband would protest. Buy them at Jonathan Adler.
For serious fans willing to splurge, the Barbie shoes by Christian Louboutin can't be missed. The Claudia style is available in the iconic Pantone 219 pink (shown here) in honor of Barbie's 50th anniversary, but it's also available in cranberry silk, brown metal patent, black leather, silver lamé leather and python. These, I'm sure, would be husband approved. You can also buy some Barbie-esque Louboutin pumps at Saks. And, of course, there is a special edition Louboutin Barbie doll expected to hit stores very soon.
If I'm going to wear heels I want them to be interesting and super chic. Opening Ceremony delivers all of the above in a shoe that begs to be noticed. Love the teal & burgundy color combo, and the zipper detail is fantastic. Buy them at Opening Ceremony.
