The Perfect Transition Shoe

*Quick News*

- Nina Garcia ousted as the fashion editor of Elle http://www.wwd.com/issue/article/124158

For those of us north of the Mason Dixon line, warm weather couldn't seem to be creeping our way any slower. So I figured why not talk about one of the best shoe option for inter-seasonal time periods such as now.

Whether you refer to them as oxfords, gillies, or simply lace-up pumps, this shoe silhouette is great for those times of the year when we're willing to shed the boots but aren't prepared to have our whole foot exposed to the elements.

Modeled after the classic men's oxfords, which I am sure we are all familiar with, such as this one by Crockett & Jones.

As the menswear trend continues to hold a place in women's fashion, oxfords continue to be a worthwhile addition to any woman's closet. Newer renditions of this classic shoe come in all colors and silhouettes. On platforms and stillettos, choked up and with cut-outs.

My dream pair:
This $325 black and white dream named "Gianera" from L.A.M.B.

www. shopbop.com

**I recommend wearing oxfords with a nice fitting pencil skirt or well tailored skirt suit, creating the perfect match between femininity and masculine-inspiration. They can also be paired nicely with pair of city shorts (Be advised: I only recommend this marriage with open-toe oxfords).
How not to wear oxfords:

I don't even think I have to explain why

What's the Verdict?

Actress Holly Robinson Peete wore this gold lame' number to Muhammed Ali's Celebrity Fight Night event.

*Photos taken from www.concreteloop.com

Although we can all see that she is working it in this dress, I'm not sure if it thrills me or not. What do you all say, yay or nay??

Sneaker Freak

*Quick News*

- Kimora Lee is slated to come out with a lower priced line, Fabulousity, to be carried in J.C. Penny retail dept. stores this fall

- Gwen Stefani's handbag line L.A.M.B. (mentioned in my previous post on handbags) gets a luxurious older sibling as black label line Aston comes to fruition in fall 2008.

* All news courtesy of Women's Wear Daily www.wwd.com

I know warm weather is upon us and I should be spending my time talking about the hottest sandal silhouettes for this summer or great places to find chic summer dresses, but I first have to write an ode to one of my favorite fashion accessories:


Hot Azz Sneakers!

No matter how old I get, I can't seem to shake my love for them. To be quite honest, the younger me never was into sneakers but as I grew older and saw that there was more to this genre than shell-toes, Jordans, and Reebok Princesses, I became more intune with the fashionable and fun side of sneakers.

My pick for favorite sneaker is the Nike Blazer. Not only is it stylish, but they are also some of the most lightweight sneakers I have ever worn. They fact that they come in such fun colors, fabrics, and designs is def. a plus for me.

My fav. designer sneaker:

Who can say no to Chanel?? Even if they do retail for $650 :0)

ABCs of Handbags

Most of us are familiar with handbag design heavy hitters such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Burberry:

but how much do you know about brands such as Bottega Veneta, Kooba and Isabella Fiore? Becoming familiar with the names on this ABC list of handbag designers will turn any average Jane or Joe, into a handbag connoisseur.

A kris
B ottega Veneta


C hloe' the "Paddington"


D olce & Gabbana
E tro



F urla


G ucci

H ermes The "Kelly" bag



I sabella Fiore


J uicy Couture

K ooba



L A.M.B.
M arc Jacobs



N uti

O

P rada

Q

R



S alvatore Ferragamo the "Origami Kid"

T od's

U



V alentino

W

X

Y ves Saint Laurent

Z