Christian Louboutin doesn’t care if your feet hurt — The designer of iconic red soled shoes recently told Vogue UK: “People say I am the king of painful shoes. I don’t want to create painful shoes, but it is not my job to create something comfortable. I try to make high heels as comfortable as […] Read More »
Best and worst fashion at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards
Last night’s Billboard Music Awards show included some watercooler-worthy moments, like Jordin Sparks‘ tribute to Whitney Houston, and a teary-eyed acceptance of Whitney’s Millenium award by her daughter Bobbi Kristina. And there were more sweet/funny/crazy moments, which you can read about here. But let’s talk about the fashion. Black and white seemed to be the […] Read More »
Get her haute look: Kim Kardashian in NYC wearing 194t, Celine and Christian Louboutin
Further fueling the relationship rumors, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were spotted out on several ‘dates’ this weekend in NYC. While out for ice cream, the pair wore leather – Kanye in all black including a leather trench, leather pants and a black tee paired with white/cement grey Air Jordan sneakers. Kim wore a casual-yet-glam, […] Read More »
Haute fashion + beauty news roundup: Justin Timberlake gets his home design on for HomeMint; Michelle Obama’s prom photo; Fiona Kotur launches Muses collection for HSN; Christian Louboutin takes credit for Chanel ballet flat
In case you missed it: Have you seen Michelle Obama’s prom photo? The First Lady admits that the split in her gold dress was just “a little high.” Ed: We think she still looks fab in this retro photo. (Essence) Photo: Splash News Singer and actor Justin Timberlake is now dabbling in home decor & design. […] Read More »
Four stars, one Givenchy Bird of Paradise dress! Who rocked it hotter: Fergie, Lala, Freida Pinto or Yandy Smith?
Fanciful, floral print looks are the trend of the moment this season and one of the designer’s doing it best is Givenchy. The Givenchy Birds of Paradise dress ($1,738, Matches Fashion)features an explosion of orchids and birds of paradise flowers across a blue sky backdrop. And four stars have been already spotted rocking this popular […] Read More »
My style: Pops of pink (J. Crew striped popover blouse + Hudson jeans + Celine Leather Luggage Tote in neon pink)
I try to avoid impulse shopping by going into a store already knowing what I want/need to buy, or waiting a few days to decide if I truly want/need it. And when I can’t stop obsessing over something in my head, it becomes a must-have. Such was the case with this striped J. Crew shirt […] Read More »
Get her haute look: Kourtney Kardashian’s New Year’s Eve style
Kourtney Kardashian is quickly assuming the title for ‘most glamorous’ of the Kardashian clan. The mommy-to-be celebrated New Year’s Eve with boyfriend Scott Disick in Las Vegas at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens. She wore a glam, full-length sequined black gown by Diane von Furstenberg and kept her accessories minimal, wearing gold earrings and 5 inch […] Read More »
This is what a $4,000 Christian Louboutin shoe looks like – introducing the Highness 160 Limited-edition Pump
Christian Louboutin has been in the news a lot lately, mainly due to his lawsuit against YSL over red-soled shoes. But now he’s in the spotlight again – for his very limited-edition, very expensive shoe. We recently told you that Mssr. Louboutin was celebrating his 20th anniversary of designing shoes by unveiling a new design […] Read More »
Haute fashion + beauty news roundup: Christian Louboutin’s 20th anniversary shoes; Deborah Lippman launches ‘Footloose’; Girl Scout style badges; the $500 Diamond and Meteorite Dust Blowout + more
Vivienne Tam is joining forces with Chinese athletic brand owner/Olympic gold medalist Li Ning to launch a fashion yoga collection for new activewear business for spring 2012. (WWD) “Project Accessory” debuts in two weeks, and actress/model Molly Sims will host, and lifestyle expert/VIVRE CEO Eva Jeanbart Lorenzotti will serve as the mentor to the designers. […] Read More »
Vote for your fave pair of “Sexy Shoes” and win a $10,000 shopping spree from Saks Fifth Avenue and Footwear News
Think you know sexy shoes? Prove it, and you could win a $10,000 Saks Fifth Avenue shopping spree! On Monday, Saks Fifth Avenue and Footwear News kicked off its 2011 annual Sexy Shoes contest – where you can vote for the hottest pair of heels of the year. The 25 pairs of designer shoes were […] Read More »
Get her haute look: Zoe Saldana in Valentino, Ferragamo and Christian Louboutin at the “Colombiana” Los Angeles premiere
In her latest film, Colombiana, Zoe Saldana is a tough-talking hitwoman who kicks butt and takes names, but last week at the Los Angeles premiere of the film, she looked nothing but soft and sweet in a head-to-toe pink outfit. On the red carpet she rocked a salmon pink leather halter dress by Valentino, accessorized […] Read More »
Look what’s back: the Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle Platform Sandal — now in leopard-print!
Get them while they’re hot! And by that, we mean get them right now while they’re still in stores and not sold out. Because trust us, they will sell out quickly. The Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle Platform Sandal was this summer’s hottest wedge sandal, (as seen on celebrities like Kim and Kourtney Kardashian and Jennifer Hudson) […] Read More »
Get her haute look: Rihanna’s shag-alicious turquoise Antonio Berardi look at the London launch of “Reb’l Fleur” at House of Fraser
Rihanna shagged up her look at the London launch of her Reb’l Fleur fragrance at House of Fraser. She wore a mod retro-style outfit consisting of a turquoise Antonio Berardi resort 2012 fringe top and pegged pants paired with off-white cat eye sunglasses, pink/nude Christian Louboutin Pigalle pumps and pearl & gold hoop earrings. We love that she finally ditched […] Read More »
Haute fashion + beauty roundup: Christian Louboutin denied injunction against YSL; The entire Missoni for Target lookbook; Mary J. Blige launches ‘My Life Blossom’ + more
A NYC federal judge denied Christian Louboutin a preliminary injunction against Yves Saint Laurent in the battle of the red-sole shoes (WWD, subscription required) See the entire lookbook for Missoni’s upcoming collaboration with Target (All The Way Up Here) The Kardashian Kollection at Sears knocks off Botkier’s ‘Trigger Clyde’ bag (Fashionista) Actor Kellan Lutz (‘Twilight‘) […] Read More »
Christian Louboutin Creates 8-Inch Stiletto/Ballet Flat Hybrid Shoe for English National Ballet
Leave it to the master of women’s footwear to create such a height-defying shoe. Christian Louboutin designed and created this pair of crystal-covered nude ballet flats complete with an eight inch stiletto heel! And a red sole, of course. They’ll be auctioned off for the English National Ballet (alongside other ballet-inspired designer creations from Giles Deacon, Erdem, Moschino […] Read More »
Shoe Wars: Christian Louboutin ‘Super Dombasle’ vs. Steve Madden ‘Shazzam’ vs. bebe ‘Leah’ cork wedge platform sandals
The cork platform wedge sandal is the ‘It’ shoe for summer, and luckily there’s an option for every wallet! Of course Christian Louboutin seemed to launch the trend, beautifully, with the Christian Louboutin Super Dombasie Patent Leather & Cork Platform Sandals ($595). The shoes features patent leather, a thin ankle strap and a 6 1/3″ heel, though […] Read More »
Rodan + Fields anti-aging skincare; fashion-forward swimsuits; Boy Meets Girl shopping spree and more on Weekly Shopping and Goodies
A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away an Anti Aging Skincare Set from Rodan + Fields! Enter to win! Handbag du Jour‘s haute bag of the week is the Cleobella Cantina Mini Crossbody Bag! HVS by Bukky Are Joins Prada, YSL in Launching Fashion Film says Ladybrillemag.com RedPoppy Fashion loves these fashion forward summer swimsuits […] Read More »
Haute or not: Christian Louboutin “Police” Measuring Tape Sandals
We’re not sure if Mssr. Louboutin is just being cheeky or if he’s gained so much popularity among the fashion elite that he can design pretty much anything (and we fashionistas will totally buy it). Either way, we have to say we were surprised to see these Christian Louboutin “Police” Measuring Tape Sandals, and even […] Read More »