what's new wednesday: boutique 9 jarn flat boot

nordstrom is marketing this boutique 9 boot as "an airy boot perfect for warmer weather." I'm not sure if the cutouts would work without something (like tights) underneath, but it's kind of a cool idea (no pun intended). they're $224.95.

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shoe sketches

I've mentioned before how much I love sketches of shoes, especially when they represent the beginnings of something that will actually become a shoe someday.

I thought these from designer lisa bozzato were particularly beautiful...




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tacky or not tuesday: aldo vanderau


when I first saw these ankle boots from aldo, I was less than thrilled. they kind of looked like a cross between a log cabin and an alpaca.

however, dear readers, they have grown on me, and I have to say: tacky or not? not! they actually seem kind of cozy and furry to me. :-) they're $110.

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oh my goodness


a 7" heel with a 3" platform.

that would make me...really tall and awkward.

image via shoeper woman.

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male monday: allen edmonds

on new year's eve, I went men's suit shopping with my fiancĂ© (wow, saying that makes me feel grownup!) and we went to a store that sold allen edmonds men's shoes. I have to admit, I don't know a whole lot about shoes for guys, but these knocked my socks off! beautiful leather, simple designs and they're made in the united states (although I secretly covet all shoes made in italy).


as I turned a shoe over in my hand, I thought, "there is just nothing like a well-crafted, high-quality leather shoe." there's really not. 

cambridge for $525

berkshire for $208.25

leeds for $325


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celebrity sunday: sarah jessica parker in elle

I saw this january 2011 cover of elle at the gym the other night and was drawn to its striking simplicity. the best part, of course, is that aside from her face, the focal point of the shot is that to-die-for pair of red louboutins... 

image via elle.

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happy new year!



may all of these beautiful shoes (and more!) be yours in 2011.

image via polyvore.

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