Seriously these are not fair! Aquazzura has completely outdone himself this resort season. The primary color palette is refreshing, chic, visually stunning, and subtly sexy. I've had my good eye on these bad boys since November. I promised myself I wouldn't buy any thing in 2016 - personal challenge - but mama has no idea if she can resist!
Snag 'em at Bergdorf Goodman.
Shoe Damage: $695
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Hey lovas, its the time of the year again. Time to decide if you should treat yaself and not cheat yaself OR be a good soul and share a little love with your friends and family. Since we literally have 23 days left until Christmas Eve, I've decided to help you all out a bit with the FTBUP Gift Guide.
Some things are on the affordable tip and well, some are 'investments,' but no matter what, you can use this list as a guide, a baseline for ideas to check things off your last minute shopping list.
Here we go...
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1. The delicious Gold MacBook is an absolute must-have for the tech-savvy and the fashionable. Damage: $1,300+ contingent upon how you build it. Buy on: Apple.com.
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3. Aquazzura never disappoints. For the fashion connoisseur in your life, these rainbow colored heels are simply a must-have. Who's buying these for mama?! Damage: $700. Buy on: Bergdorfgoodman.com.
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4. Can never go wrong with a lipstick gift. And you most certainly can never go wrong with Nars' semi-matte in Trans Siberian. Damage: $27. Buy on: Nars.com or Sephora.com.
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5. Motorcycle jacket - check! This may just need to be a 'treat ya self' gift. Acne Studio oversized moto jacket. Damage: $1900. Buy on: Acnestudios.com.
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6. Get ready for spring and possibly some nasty winter weather all while staying stylish. These heeled Hunter rainboots are definitely the move. Damage: $300. Buy on: Hunter.com.
7. With free 2 day shipping and original programming like Transparent - think Bruce Jenner turned Caitlyn and how it effects the family - Amazon Prime can probably go down in history as the best gift to get and give, like ever. Damage: $99 per year with first month free. Get on: amazon.com.
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8. For the intellect, the shoe-lover, and the fashion conscious, add this book to your shopping cart and quickly click checkout. Take a few minutes to peruse the site as well. You surely won't be disappointed. Damage $50 - come on! Buy on: assouline.com.
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9. Every IT girl donned them this season, but us originals know the Stan Smith's are a fashion staple. Keep up! Damage: $75. Buy on: Adidas.com.
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10. I ogled over the Fendi Beats by Dre collaboration last year and I'm head over heels about this recent collabo with MCM. These might just be a 'treat yaself' gift. Damage: $400-$600 Buy on: Beatsbydre.com.
Hey lovas, I hope you all had a marvelous holiday weekend. I know I sure did! It was a much needed break and I kicked my feet up in Philly at the infamous Made In America Music Festival. Aside from the washout on Sunday, it was a pretty fun time. Now it's back to business and shoes!
Kicking off this week is the underrated flat. I mean I love a good heel. In fact, unless I am purchasing sandals for summer or ballet flats to kick around on the weekend, I have to admit that I've overpassed this style on more than one occasion.
To my dismay, but I'm sure beknownst to the rest of the shoe-addicts in the world, flats don't have to be seen as just a 'break' from those sky high Tom Ford's, Brian Atwood's or Louboutin pumps - no, no, no - flats can be the anchor to the chicest looks. Darling, flats don't have to fall flat!
Refresh an outfit or create an entirely new look, my Flat Out Fabulous how-to guide will have you running to the nearest retailer for purchase.
ROCKER CHIC
Rock these studded flats with a white t, boyfriend jeans and a motorcycle jacket. Add a couple pieces of jewelry, a great bag and red lip and pow, you're ready for a night out with the girls or a dress down day at the office.
Find items here: Old Navy (t-shirt), Valentino Rockstudd Flats, Boyfriend Jeans, Nars Heat Wave, Givenchy Rottweiler Tote, Saint Laurent Leather Motorcycle Jacket, Saint Laurent Studded Flats, Kelly Wearstler Necklace and Fenton Fallon stacked rings.
LEADING LADY
For the Jackie O in all of us, flats are not a new phenomenon, but update your look by checking for a metallic, ankle detail or super rich color. Keep it simple and chic with minimal jewelry, a nude lip and my favorite of all - gold ball stud earrings.
Find items (or similar items) here: Metallic Jimmy Choo Flats, Rebecca Minkoff Quilted Bag, Nicholas Kirkwood Orange flats, Gold Ball Stud Earrings, Stovepipe Pants, Pussybow Tie Button down, Make Up Forever Nude Lipstick, Cube Ring, Aquazzura Flats and Valentino Mini Dress.
SPORT NOUVEAUX
You can step out in style with the trend du jour of the season, kicks (check earlier post), without looking a mess. Pop on a red lip - this will take you a long way in any look, some jewels, leather backpack and a layered outfit and you're good to go! P.S. The layers make it easy for you to take this look from day to night AND the backpack is not only chic, but roomy enough for storing the items you've removed. Can I get holler for utility!
Find items (or similar) here: Jimmy Choo Suede Skater Slip On, Fenton Fallon Chain Bracelet, Phillip Lim Sweatshirt Dress, Chanel Leather Espadrilles, Fenton Fallon Chain Necklace, Army Green Vest, Leather Jogging Pants, McQ Alexander McQueen Leather Backpack, and Nars Heat Wave.
STEPPIN' PREPPY
The preppy look has always called for flats. It's my favorite look for the weekend and can carry me from brunch to a date with the boo to drinks with my girls. Spice up it with, yes a red lip, some statement jewelry, or a denim dress to add fun and flare.
Find items (or similar) here: J. Crew Schoolboy Blazer, Boyfriend Jeans, Chain Link Chocker, Ferragamo Flats, Pave Gold Cuff, Coach Bag, White T, J. Crew Ballet Flats, Denim Dress and a poppin' red lip.
Ciao bellas.
P.S. If you can't already tell, a red lip is my signature. I rock it with almost everything so pardon the bias. I promise to showcase other colors as I have 'em all, but a red lip is sheer perfection. Besos!
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