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Shoe Glossary. Part I. A-L.

Do you remember the bag dictionary? If you don’t please refer to it; don’t let me catch you calling a minaudiere a clutch!

Women’s shoes are a little harder to classify but there are two main groups, flats and heels. Some types of shoes fall into both categories, like sandals, for example, or boots. Just read on to learn more! All photos courtesy of style.com from the Fall 2012 collections, unless otherwise specified.

Athletic shoe. Shoes you wear when you work
out. I’m bored, let’s move on!

adidas adiZero F50. Available at Lady Foot Locker Read more »

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Coming Soon to Feet Near You: 5 Fall 2012 Shoe Trends

My job for today was simple: go on style.com and save pictures of shoes. Hey, is a menial task but someone’s gotta do it! Being that I like to see things on the bright side I took the opportunity to make some predictions as to what we’ll be wearing later this year. Check it out!

Mi trabajo hoy fue simple: ir a style.com y bajar fotos de zapatos. Hey, es un trabajito humilde, pero alguien tiene que hacerlo! Como me gusta verle el lado positivo a todo aproveché esta oportunidad para hacer algunas predicciones de lo que vamos a usar el próximo otoño. Qué les parece?

3.1 Phillip Lim

Menswear-inspired shoes. How comfortable! I’m personally very excited about the idea of androgynous fashion.

Zapatos de corte masculino. Que comodidad! Personalmente me gusta mucho la idea de la moda andrógena.

Chloé

Flatforms. Love ‘ em or hate ‘ em, these babies are coming- so you better start loving them!

Flatforms. Cómo les diremos en Castellano? Planaformas? Si se pone de moda el nombre digan que fue idea mia! Aunque las ames o las odies, las flatforms vienen por ti! Así que mejor empieza a amarlas.

Derek Lam

Golden shoes. Let your feet shine! And see what I’m saying about mens shoes? Ooooh my feet are going to be so so comfy next fall!

Zapatos dorados. Deja que tus pies brillen! Y ves lo que digo sobre los zapatos de hombre? Aaayyy mis piecitos van a estar tan cómodos el otoño entrante!

DKNY

Ankle straps. Bad news for ladies with chubby calves like myself. Great news for everyone else!

Tiras en el tobillo. Malas noticias para las chicas de batatas gruesas como yo. Excelentes noticias para el resto del mundo!

Jil Sander

Pointy toe shoes. This style has been trying to make a comeback for a couple of seasons now. Will it make it? Perhaps among the 30+ population.

Zapatos de punta. Este estilo ha estado tratando de regresar de moda por un par de temporadas. Lo logrará? Tal vez entre las señoritas mayores de 30.

EXTRA:

Alexander McQueen

I doubt the heel-less shoe will be a huge trend thing year (maybe next year?) but I just wanted to show you this shoe because is so beautiful it makes me cry.

Dudo que el zapato sin tacón se ponga de moda este año (tal vez el que viene?) pero sólo les quería mostrar este zapato porque es tan bello que me dan ganas de llorar.

 

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Shirley Manson for V Mag. Backstage Photos

Remember that post about Shirley Manson in latex? Well, I just wanted to share with you some pictures I took backstage in the dressing area; where the magic happens! Actually, the magic really happens at the hair and makeup station, but we still do a pretty good job! Clicky clicky on the pics for more info! Enjoy!

Se acuerdan de este post sobre Shirley Manson en látex? Bueno, quería compartir con ustedes algunas fotos que tomé tras bastidores en el area de vestuario…donde sucede la magia. Esteeee…bueno, la magia en verdad sucede en el área de peinado y maquillaje, pero igual nosotros hacemos un buen trabajo! Hagan click en las fotos para más información! Disfruten!

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What Men Think of Your Clothes.

Men are weird creatures—some of them only have two pairs of shoes while some of them get weekly pedis. Some only go shopping when their mom/girlfriend makes them and some only buy designer brands. Some wear expensive cologne and some don’t even wear deodorant! Yes, they are weird creatures indeed. To figure out what goes on in the mind of men when it comes to fashion I’ve enlisted the help of some male friends. I sent them some pictures and they responded with their honest opinion about these outfits!

P.S. I spray-painted in Paint blurred the women’s faces so guys would focus only on the clothes; you know how easily distracted they are.

Let’s give it up for the Caballero #1!

 

 

Name: Chris Futrell. Fun fact, Chris is an MTV celebrity! Read his interview on Lady Gaga’s 2010 VMAs here.
Age: 24
Occupation: TV
City of Residency: Tampa, FL (for now)
Relationship Status: Engaged.
The worst thing a woman could wear is: Capris! They makes you look stubby!

 

Alexander McQueen, F/W 2011-2012

 

Very cute dress! Just make sure you’re not wearing it after Labor Day (where did that rule come from?)! I love the detail, especially at the bottom. I feel this would be a cute dress to a formal daytime event in the summer or spring (NOT a wedding). However, I don’t much fancy the shoes paired with it. They’re too modern for the somewhat vintage-looking dress.

 


Cute top, the shorts look like they’re made from trash-bags. Nothing wrong with that, ke$ha did it! Love the shoes except the brown leather straps—kind of reminds me of shackles.

 

American Apparel

Love, love, LOVE men’s hot pants and men who wear hot pants!  It’s about time guys started showing some leg! I have a bunch of pairs myself and they’re a God-sent in the summer to help escape the heat! I’m also a strong advocate for better looking guy clothes. We need to get away from the generic, baggy look (which the fashion industry has kind of started noticing). The shirt is simple, but paired nicely with the pants. Purple is also the new pink for guys! Boat shoes are still a hit, especially in the summer. How could you go wrong?

 

Anna Dello Russo

Brillballz 2024!! I love this dress. I’m calling it the Gaga-syndrome because avant-garde fashion has become more agreeable and I’m enjoying every second of it. High-fashion on runways has always been over-the-top, but now we’re seeing it more in everyday wear on the streets. I especially love the large sleeves on the dress, they make a statement. Also, the shiny leather gloves and shoes add some sauciness to the whole look. What better way is there to catch everyone’s eyes than with a red dress?!

 

 

I don’t quite understand the whole leggings paired with high-waisted denim shorts. Someone has yet to explain it to me. However, I love her oversized button shirt (especially with the sleeves rolled up for a more casual look) and her accessories. A perfect purse and glasses to match the whole “hipster” look. Sometimes I wish I could pull off some of that stuff.

 

So? What do you think? Do you agree with Chris? What’s your favorite/least favorite look?

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Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress.

OK, this is way overdue, but bear with me; I’m moving.

Throughout the weekend the fashion topic I heard of the most was Kate Middleton’s wedding dress (es). As some had stipulated she chose British designer Alexander McQueen (by Sarah Burton) for her wedding gown. Before I got a first glance of the now Duchess of Cambridge (yes, I was up at 4 a.m.) I was 99% sure that Catherine would not choose McQueen. After all, her style had always been on the conservative side with the occasional sequin here and there. I have to say I was disappointed at the dress, which did not say McQueen at all. It was just too simple! Why go for McQueen when what you wanted was David’s Bridal? I was expecting the dress to be much more extravagant, but at the end of the day I’m sure Kate felt beautiful in her wedding gown.

Here are some pictures of other old Alexander McQueen’s wedding dresses. They would probably not be fit for a future queen, but I would sure love to wear one myself when I walk down the aisle, right after I find a prince of my own. Prince Harry is still available! (Back off, beaches. He’s mine!)

Photos from: chillreviews.com, nerinvogue.com, jazz—fever.blogspot.com

 

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