I've Got a Crush on You!

I am normally not a wedge heel kinda girl but these Bonnie Stamped Croc Wedges from Dior are SICK! *I'm drooling ladies, I'm drooling* I accidently ran across these and it literally took my breath away! These are sure to bring exoticness to your wardrobe.

The perforations make this look in the vogue for the spring and summer, yet coming in a croc-embossed leather material makes it wearable for every season there is. (GET EXCITED) It has multiple shaped straps across the front with zigzag trimming and tonal topstitching. A back zip fastening then makes this easy to wear on and off and adds a touch of sexiness....I LOVE a back zipper! The leather straps are atop a croc-embossed leather platform and wedge; while its five inches heel, which is also attached to the wedge, is covered in patent leather.

What more can a girl ask for?!?

 

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I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

TREND ALERT: Orange-Red Lipstick

Makeup Forever Lipstick Orange Red (205), $19; Makeup Forever Glossy Couleur Tangerine (2), $ 19

Trying to break out of the "red-lip box"? I hope so because nothing is hotter right now than a splash of orange lipstick on your puckers! Any shade of orange is haute: tangerine, orange sherbet, red-orange, gold-orange, coral, peach, pastel, mango, or cinnamon orange. To compliment your lips make sure skin is bronzed and warm with neutral eyes and LOTS of mascara - get excited Divas!

Orange-red lips popped on the runway during New York Fashion Week on models of all ethnicities. Question yourself no further; this trend is for you, you, and you! If you are blonde I would opt for the orange tangerine, brunette go for the orange sherbet, dark skin and dark hair aim for the red-orange. The key to making this work is to find the correct shade and coverage that you are comfortable with; sheer and sporty (lip gloss), opaque and polished (crème lipstick), or severe and edgier (matte lipstick). However you choose to rock this juicy trend, it must be worn with confidence! 

 

Image courtesy of Getty Images

 

 The best way to test drive a new lip color is to start with either a gloss or a swipe of lipstick applied to the center of the lip and blended outward with a finger. This type of application creates a healthy and real look, your own lips just a bit more vibrant; I would suggest topping with a tangerine gloss.

Whether opaque and polished or sever and edgy, one item can not be skipped - lip liner! I know ladies, we have become so anti-lip liner over the past few years but at least a nude colored liner will prevent the dreaded "bleeding lipstick". *ewwww* Remember the order of proper application for all red-based lipsticks: foundation, dust with powder, lip liner, lipstick, blot, and reapply second layer of lipstick. This ensures seamless application and that your color lasts past your morning coffee. 

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I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

Drool Worthy

I’ve come to realize that I dress from my feet up, a shoe is always selected first (based on mood, season, and occasion)…the rest just seems to fall into place! I’ve tried to select a blouse or a few bangles first but then I find myself faced with more shoe options than I even care to admit that would compliment my ensemble. *blink* Clearly you can see how a girl might end up in a pickle that way! I digress, feet up is the way that I roll.



The black and yellow stripped whipsnake box clutch is a power piece by Alexander McQueen. The color accent and the silver-tone skull and crystal-studded-knuckled-duster clasp SCREAMS edgy! A small yet powerful fashion punch, all women needs a “wild card” in her wardrobe. The sharp forma cut out sandals are by Miu Miu, edgy with a twist of elegance making this shoe multi-functional! It’s certainly edgy enough to play with the McQueen clutch but elegant enough to be paired with a maxi-dress for a Sunday afternoon brunch.


I love bold pieces that can carry an outfit – any outfit. This HAUTE duo would even make dark skinny jeans and a basic white tee deliciously fabulous! Let’s revamp our closets ladies, start by purchasing shoes and accessories to see which outfits from last year may still make the lineup in your Spring 2010 wardrobe. Step outside of the box, spice things up a bit, and let your hair down!


Fashion cannot be confined, it’s flexible and fluid. Fashion cannot be defined in a single term, it’s forever changing. I love that I am young and fashionably free during a time where there truly are NO rules, are you fully embracing your fashion freedom?

I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

Tantalizing Texture

Texture is "IN" for the Spring ladies; suede, leather, faux leather....keyword here is texture.

I am head over stilettos over this Guess Mercy Suede Draped Jacket!!! I love the way the the draping softly hangs and I can only imagine the beautiful movement it has as one would walk.

Perfect with dark skinny jeans and a pair of haute nude heels (another Spring 2010 trend, TBD = to be discussed) - BELLA!

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I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

Flat.....and FABULOUS!

I completely ran across these feminine cuties by accident - I'm SO it love!!!!!

I have finally come to terms with as much as I adore and live for a fab heel that sometimes I just need a flat....but I still need to be high fashion. *blink*

Allow me to introduce you to the new love of my life, the Indira Feather Ballet Flat. Ohhhs and ahhhs to the the exquisite hand placed iridescent green pheasant feathers that cover the shoe, the black grosgrain bow, and a 1950s hat pin inspired pearl-topped pin - JUST SINFULLY DELICIOUS!

Pedro Garcia Indira Feather Ballet Flat, $725, 888-888-4757

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I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

Spring Fever - Part 1

Buttons add a little prim to this not so proper leather sandal.....it's like a tug of war between good girl and bad girl! (sounds like the bio to my life)

Black leather and gunmetal hardware are all that a girl needs in a shoe/sandal, right?!? *blink* LOL

Elizabeth and James Button-Back Sandal, $325

Smooches & Spring Fever Quick Claps

I like my money right where I can see it... hanging in my closet. -Carrie Bradshaw

Winter Trend: Metal Heels

Salvatore Ferragamo

When you think of Salvatore Ferragamo, you think of a premium brand of luxury, elegance and sophistication. The Ferragamo family has been making shoes since the early 1920's with the consistency that only they can bring. The craftsmanship and detail of their collections is always amazing.

These Ferragamo beauties are made from Fondente leather, just FLAWLESS!

There is a very fine line between fashion and trashy when it comes to metal heels...but Ferragamo has pulled it off effortlessly.

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Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Like a Virgin

Elizabeth and James

I am TOTALLY in love with this bootie.....it's just so pure and clean, proper and uptight; makes me feel like a virgin! (is it just me?!? lol)

Introducing Heather! Okay, I call her "Heather" but Neiman Marcus calls her the Snake Embossed Detailed Bootie by Elizabeth and James. (*whispering* Heather is SOO much better)

Bone suede, tonal snake-embossed fold over shaft, crescent toe, hidden platform, and a 4.5" fabulous heel. $395

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Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Fit for a Queen!

Alexander McQueen's Spring 2010 runway collection was amazing, but the shoes......the shoes are OUTRAGEOUS!!! Unlike anything I have ever seen. *blink* *blink*

Fantasy heels ruled on the ruled on the runway, they looked to be out of this world; super high, skeletor-like, and interesting curved booties clearly designed for the animalistic and bold.

My favorite are these bubble gum pink pumps with industrial looking metal accents - simply haute!!!

Word on the Fashion Stroll is that McQueen has been BOMBARDED with requests for these extraordinary heels since the collection debuted, expect to see these beauties in Tinseltown.

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Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

My Cherry Has Been POPPED!

Ummmm, nothing like a fierce pair of cherry red beauties to get you all hot and bothered!!! LOL It was love at 1st sight!

Allow me to introduce you to the Balmain Suede Buckle Ankle Boot. ($1,195) Aren't they sticky sweet ladies?!?

Don't let the various straps and buckles deter you - there's a back zip above those 4.5" heels, so you can slide 'em on or kick 'em off at will!

Enjoy!

Smooches & Cherry Red Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

A Splash of Leopard Print

I have ALWAYS loved leopard print in moderation! Over the past few years animal print has been in, then out, and in again.....who would have guessed animal print would stand the test of time?!?

Unsurprisingly, it's been leopard that has remained most popular! *yaaaayyy* Tiger print is close behind in 2nd place while poor zebra has been relegated to the nouveau riche and Euro-trash set.

Try adding a splash of leopard in your wardrobe to prevent a fashion faux paus! I suggest this fabulous ring from Spiegel with a leopard-print-pyramid-shaped stone ($19)and these HAUTE Christian Louboutin Leopard Booties with black suede fabric and leopard print haircalf ankle cuffs ($975).

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Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Cool Gloves

Certainly not your average gloves.....but HAUTE none-the-less!!! I literally drooled onto my laptop when I accidentally found these beauties.

Get your "tough-girl" on with these short, gold-tone pyramid studded, black leather gloves by Phillip Lim 3.1. I love the rounded back and elastic edge to ensure a snug fit.

Pair with a leather jacket, dark jeans, and a sick boot for maximum impact!

$395, www.Net-a-Porter.com.

Smooches & Glove Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

What I've Got My Eye On Right NOW!

Hi, my name is Erin and I am in love.......with a SHOE! *blink* *blink*

Okay, seriously. I am IN LOVE with the shoe and have added it to my MUST HAVE list for fall. The color is smoky and sexy, the heel is just sick, and the studs are HAUTE.

These scream good girl gone bad!

This shoe is for the TRUE Diva so you non-fabulous girl should not try this at home!!! (you have been warned)

I digress. These hotties are from Rock and Republic with a VERY affordable price tag of $295.

I'll post pics once they are mine, mine, ALL MINE.

Smooches & Right NOW Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Fall 2009 Trend - Ornamentation

This opulent look owes a lot to the exoticism of the Far East, it is a testament to modern technology with its incandescent fabrics and intricately woven details.

Worn head to toe it's highly dramatic but probably too theatrical. One standout piece paired with a solid is a more likely choice. If your tastes are even simpler, the embroidered ballet flats or earrings will do quite nicely......like the ones pictured above from Tejani.

Antiqued gold-plated earrings with cultured pearls, glass and enamel - simply HAUTE!

Smooches & Ornamentation Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

MUST Have Manicure for the Fall

Not only do I LOVE this manicure but I love, love, LOVE this photo.....the yellow clutch makes this mod inspired manicure POP with delight!!

RE-introducing the Moon Manicure. The original "moon manicure" first showed up on screen stars back in the '20s. In graphic black-and-white, the two-tone paint job is bolder than ever!

Is this a look that you MUST have, try:

STEP 1 Apply one coat of opaque white (Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail color in Whirlwind White) over the entire nail and wait for the polish to dry completely.

STEP 2 Using a semicircular French-manicure stencil sticker (Orly French Manicure Tip Guides), block off the bottom third of your nail.

STEP 3 Paint two coats of black (Essie nail polish in Licorice) from the stencil to the tip of the nail. Once it dries, peel off the sticker and finish with a shine-enhancing top coat over the entire nail.





Smooches & Manicure Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Fall Statement Shoe

Sometimes you find a pair of shoes that you love, but then you might think they are impratical because you don't know what to wear with them.

Do you dress from the shoe up?

At first glance these boots may appear to be hard add to your wardrobe, but paired with a perfect pair of leggings, a long silk tunic, blazer/bomber jacket and lots of accessories (that most of us already have in our closets), these BCBG Max Azria Ruffle Ankle Boots, $350 at Saks, can be an amazing addition to your wardrobe.

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Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Fall Must Have

Bright Coat


WHY I LOVE IT: This is normally where you lean toward neutral, right? Yet, as the only garment this season where colors pop with a fruity vivacity, the belted coat is fall's wardrobe punch-up, eye-catching without extravagance.


HOW TO WEAR IT: Don't put up any competition. Black, navy, or beige underneath is how to best highlight these coats. Work that belt—keep it tied. It creates a V shape between the wide lapels that's a stunning face-framer wherever you go.


Affordable option pictured below (since those pictured above are Versace and Alberta Ferretti): Esprit Wool coat, $190; visit esprit.com for stores.

Smooches & Fall Trend Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Fall Trend - Metallic Shoes

I am UBER excited about this fall trend....not just because I have a pair of SICK silver and clear plastic pumps, circa 2002 but also because I love mixing metals with the deep colors of autumn!! (GET EXCITED)

Dive into the textures of the upcoming season and don't be afraid to mix and match the high shine!

For you fellow shoe whores who need to know about the hotness above:

1. Manolo Blahnik Nappa Leather Gathered Bootie, $ 865

2. Burberry Metallic Strappy Sandal, $650

3. Tory Burch Snake-Embossed Reva Ballerina, $235

4. Sergio Rossi Metallic Leather Pump, $755

5. Christian Louboutin So Private Metallic Slingback, $795

6. Gucci Icon Bit Pump, $650

7. Elizabeth and James Caged Sandal, $325

8. Nanette Lepore Peep Toe Bootie, $395

Smooches & Metallic Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

I want THESE but I"ll take those...and this too!

Exhibit A - what I want....

This Fall, we are going to see alot of lace, ruffles, pleats, and other romantic touches on shoes. My favorite is lace because it's very 80's rock (which you KNOW a Diva like me LOVES!!).....so here is the shoe that I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY want - Christian Louboutin Ambro Leopard Lace Peep-Toe Pump, $825 (Exhibit A).

Being that $825 is outta my league, I have decided that I can get my "lace-fix" from....

Exhibit Bt I will take....

these cuties right here. (Exhibit B)

Yes yessss, CL (Christian Louboutin) does make the most beautiful lace shoes but these Carrielee Pumps by Guess are pretty darn haute!!! AND with a $99 price tag, they are almost a no brainer.

Exhibit C - throw this in TOO!!

And since I have knocked down the price from $825 to only $99, I might as well throw in this $20 lace evening bag to round out the entire look! *blink* *blink* *blink*

Smooches & Lace Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones

Brian Atwood is the NEW Love of My Life!

These Brian Atwood Lola Pumps are a MUST have ladies.....these are fierce!!! It was love at 1st site and then it became an obsession when I found out that it came in more than one color! *smile*

I would consider these a shoe with w hidden platform but Saks.com has them listed as "Hidden Platform Ankle Boot' - I think we should refer to these as shooties, shot + bootie = shootie! LOL

Whatever we call them, these are SICKKKKKK....and did I mention that they have a 5 1/2" heel?!?!?

Here's Megan Fox rocking these hotties perfectly! She certainly qualifies for an official Passion For Pretty Quick Clap!!! (you better werk and twerk Miss Fox!)

Smooches & Brian Atwood Quick Claps

Not one drop of my self-respect is dependent on your acceptance of me. - Quincy Jones