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Ruthie Davis Studded Platform Pump

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Badgley Mischka "Foxy" Peep toe Pump

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Le Silla Fur Suede Boot

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Ballin Suede Embellished Sandal

Shoe Report Friday: Black Love

For someone that loves color I am ashamed to say that over half the shoes in my closet are black. From peep-toes to sling-backs, I just can't seem to steer clear of the basic color. Everyone knows that black goes with virtually everything but black can also be used to make a statement. I'm not one to play it safe. I like to stand out, be a conversation starter. I'm so NOT afraid to be the over-dressed, fashionably put together girl in the room. So as I'm looking through my shoe closet I decided that I want to add more black heels with pizazz. These looks are on my wishlist. Let's see which ones actually make the cut.

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Gianmarco Lorenzi Military Court Shoe

Emilio Pucci Spring 2011 Collection

These photos are just some of my choices from the collection! 

PUCCI ME UP! WHY DON'T YOU?

photos via fashiongonerogue

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AZZEDINE ALAÏA Cut-out Detail Shoe

Blackerry Torch

2 weeks ago my Blackberry Curve had gone gaga! I couldn't use the key "S" or "4" it was very annoying!! Everyday, I was very tempted to throw the darn thing on the wall as it was making me seem incompetent! A friend of mine suggested to acquire the BB Torch! I was really thinking hard about this because I am not a fan of touch screen!! I just hated the thought of cleaning my screen at all times and also the patience of learning to use it! Anyhow, I made the decision to order it......

I've had this Torch for about a week now and I am still learning how to type with this touch screen business! I find it fashionable yet its heavy! I love the fact that the camera is 5megapixel. At times, it freezes unless I am really just impatient and intend to jump from one application to another. The only thing that is missing here is a slot where I can put a cell phone charm!! 

This Juicy Couture charm is about $35.00 - to some it is costly, there are a lot of posh charms out there you just have to be patient and really look into it. 

Or you can spend about $255 for a Louis Vuitton charm if you got it like that!! 

Look who else is happy with their Torch!! I wonder if she would do something stylish with hers! 

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Christian Louboutin 'Lipspikes' Leopard Boot



MARCHESSA & RIH RIH

DROOLING OVER THIS DRESS!!! 

I am not a big fan of Rihanna but I am a fan of this dress!!! I find that this dress makes a statement!! 

Now if I can just get to her size.. and maybe she can donate this dress to me then maybe I would like her then.. *hides face*

2011 Marchessa Spring Dress! Rock it Rih Rih!! 

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Casadei Peep-toe Booties

GISELE & CAVALLI - Fall Winter 2010 Ad Campaign

The flow of Cavalli dresses are ..... *let me look in my purse and find my words*...I can't find them!!! 

Woman on FIRE!!!!! 

Cavalli SUPER HERO!!! 

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Salvatore Ferragamo Patent Leather Shoe

Shoe Report Friday: Holiday Glitz & Glamour

It is absolutely no secret that the Holiday's are my favorite time of year. I acknowledge the reason for the season first and foremost but I also love the idea of spending time with family and friends. Eating, laughing, and creating memories. Ahhhhh...I can just taste the eggnog now. Being the fashionista that I am, I plan my shoes around the type of Holiday activities I will be attending. Parties, dinners, gatherings and outings. Regardless of the activity a girl must always put her best (stylish) foot forward. So being that I love the fancy and whimsical feeling that I get around this time of year I have compiled my favorite sparkly and sophisticated picks. I have yet to purchase that perfect pair of Holiday heels but when I do you guys will get the first peek. Maybe some of you will find your perfect pair here. Enjoy.

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DSquared2 Floral Embellished  Shoe



Miu Miu Bow Front Mary Jane Sandal



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Nicholas Kirkwood Picot Trim Bootie

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Sergio Rossi Gladiator Talisman Boot

Shoe Report Friday: Blonde Brunettes Have the Most Fun

-Author: JaNea Buckingham, www.Shoed-In.com

When I think of a shoe collection worth swooning for, I think about those that have rich and luxurious materials, yummy colors, and designs that are creatively unique. Bionda Castana has all of that and more!

Conjured up by a pair of friends who met at University in London, Bionda Castana (translates into the Blonde Brunette in Italian) has been garnering a gigantic following of fans and celebrities alike. The shoes are 100% hand made in Italy, which to me is what makes them so exquisite. The care in the craftsmanship added to a gorgeous design and Viola, behold --- true beauty!

You can view the entire Fall 2010 Bionda Castana collection on their website. (http://www.biondacastana.com/index.php?task=collections&period_id=75)

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Guess by Marciano 'Symone' Bootie

  

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Christian Louboutin 'Volnay' Python Sandal

Go REAL or Go Home!

-Author: Rosalynn (@rozfashionista)

I think most people have an axe to grind about a particular issue close to their heart. For me, it’s the issue of fakes. They make my skin crawl.

A lot of people will say I have more money than sense to spend the amount of money I do on clothes and shoes, but to me you can’t put a price on a pair of classic Louboutins. They’re beautiful and worth every penny.

Every time I see somebody wear fakes, a little bit of me dies. It cheapens the brand I love as much as it cheapens the style of the person wearing them. Sit somebody wearing a well put-together outfit from a budget high street shop next to somebody wearing fakes, and I’d save my compliments for the high street hero.

I believe people who buy fakes fall into one of two categories; those who are tricked into buying counterfeits, and those who knowingly buy them.

Those who are misled into buying fakes I genuinely feel sorry for.

Scammers are clever people – their websites lure you in with their huge discounts and promises of guaranteed customer satisfaction. I can’t blame anybody for believing that they’re anything other than legitimate.

Those who knowingly buy fakes I don’t feel sorry for.

Their argument is that designer accessories are overpriced and you’re just paying for the name. They’ll also claim that buying counterfeits is a victimless crime.

This, of course, is not true. According to the International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition, the trade of counterfeits costs US businesses up to $250 billion every year with over 5% of the world’s trade being counterfeit goods.

You’re buying from criminals – they claim they’re selling real designer accessories via a factory outlet, and their money has been linked with the drug trade and even terrorism and all you’ll get for your misplaced trust are poorly-made fakes that make you look like a cheapskate.

It’s all very well me standing on my soapbox in my stilettos, but what advice can I give? Well, my advice to those who knowingly buy fakes is simple – don’t. If you can’t afford the real thing, don’t pretend you can.

But to those who fear they might be mislead? Well, the more websites you visit, the more honed your sixth sense will become to working out sites are legit and what’s not.

Address sense

The official Louboutin website is http://www.christianlouboutin.com/ and their online store is us.christianlouboutin.com – anything else which has Louboutin in their website address is fake. Often a cheeky little 's' (christianlouboutins) is enough to lure people into thinking it’s official.

Picture ‘perfect’

Counterfeiters don’t have real stock to take pictures of, so they steal pictures from other websites. You’ll notice images are inconsistent in style; some have backgrounds, some do not, shoes will be at different angles and high quality pictures are rarely available.

Contrast this with a legitimate website like Net-a-Porter. The photography is consistent, you can zoom in, look at different angles etc.

Empty vessels make the most noise

Genuine Louboutin websites will make very little fanfare, yet fraudsters will be desperate to coax you into thinking they’re trustworthy. Their websites are normally littered with designer brand logos, credit card logos, Paypal logos, stock images of telephone operators who are happy to help etc.

Wherever they can, they’ll mention Christian Louboutin. A lot. This is a genuine sentence from a website that’s anything but genuine:

“[website name] is supplying Christian Louboutin, such as Christian Louboutins, Discount Christian Louboutin, Christian Heels, Cheap Christian Louboutin, luxury Christian Louboutin wedding shoes, and Christian Louboutin Platforms. Buy Christian Louboutin”

These people are desperate for your custom, and will do anything to slither their way up search engine results.

Chinglish

English is often not the first language of these shady characters. Never trust a website that says “we hope you have a happy shipping”. Chances are when you get sent the wrong shoe, it doesn’t fit or it stinks of glue, they may conveniently have problems understanding your complaint.

Research, then search

There’s plenty of other ways to establish the authenticity of a website and the shoes it sells. Louboutin’s ‘Stop Fake’ website lists hundreds and hundreds of websites selling fakes. Use this to complement the advice in this post (and others) to establish whether the seller is genuine. Don’t be afraid to speak to Louboutin owners on Twitter or forums and ask their advice. If you’re unsure, it’s not worth the risk.

If in doubt...

The best place to buy Louboutins is in one of their boutiques worldwide. Department stores in major cities across the globe also stock Louboutins, while there are online stores such as Net-a-Porter and Luisa Via Roma, while if time is on your side, it’s worth holding out for a sample sale on websites such as The Outnet or Gilt.

To read more about fakes visit Roz's site here.

*Photo courtesy of Harper's Bazaar

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