Thesis Couture Launch Event

Image: Amy Anaiz

Hey lovas...if you follow me on Snapchat {so if you don't thats your cue to do it FTBUP}, you would've caught a glimpse of my outing last week at the launch event for Thesis Couture, a new fashion-technology company hell bent {in the best way possible} on reinventing the stiletto. In its simplest form, the CEO Dolly Singh stated at the event that her and her companies purpose is to "make a stiletto that feels like a wedge."

How is this going to be achieved? Well you can check that out on their site Thesis Couture for more details and specifics, but just know the dynamic team is comprised of Rocket Scientists and an Astronaut - beyond cool!

At on-set, only 1,500 pair will be available for purchase. There's already over 10K+ inquiries about this heel honey. I tried on the prototype and must say it was beyond cushion-y. There was most certainly of a level of comfort I immediately experienced and the prototype was a size SMALLER than what I normally wear. Dolly and her team have a great product on their hands and I'm excited to see it take off {pun intended}.

Here's a few images from last week. Enjoy and stay tuned in for more!

Images: Amy Anaiz

London Calling...& Milan Too

Let me tell you honey, they went OFF across the pond. I mean hot diggity damn! I am still gagging over the lusciousness that stomped, slayed, and sashayed down the runway. The mood for Fall was consistent to what we saw on the New York shows - rich, opulent, and fierce. 

Between Fausto Puglisi's thigh-high buckle ridden sandals to practically everything that went down for Gucci I've been speechless for days - hence the delay in this post. 

N21 stayed true to form with tons of texture and bow like details. Designers Fay and Whistles showcased that form and function will forever remain chic and Vivienne Westwood served with a pop of rich patent leather red boots. Duro Olowu gave us lots of print on print and oh, zebra print is back. 

Enjoy the recap and check back this weekend for Fendi, Prada, and Moschino.

IMAGES: Courtesy of Vogue.com.

So Far For Fall...

Isabel Marant

Balmain

Yves Saint Laurent

Miu Miu

J. Crew

3.1 Phillip Lim

Alexander Wang

ATM

Ohne Titel

Perret Schaad

Fenty x Puma

Rag & Bone

Rodarte

Jil Sander Navy

Before NYFW comes to an end and we refocus on the must-haves for Spring, we're going to get all the way into how Fall 2016 is taking shape. The catch phrase of the week is opulence and Fall'16 is that and so much more.

Not just in textures and detailing like, crushed velvet, huge studs, and luxurious leathers, but the overall mood and energy shouts quality over quantity and elegance. The shoe selection is one of sex appeal, playfulness, and form and function. I'm talking lace-up ruffle pumps as seen at Rodarte to front zip combat boots at Rag & Bone to completely studded out sandals at Alexander Wang, listen honey no one came here to play, everyone is showing out!

The selection was so good, I had to pull tooth and heel to decide which images to use, but these pretty much sum it up. Ladies and gents jaw dropping, statement fashion is back - so what will your shoes say about you?

P.S. Don't judge me if you see me checking for coins, swinging from poles, or doing the basketball teams homework; mama has got to get a few pair.

Images courtesy of: vogue.com

Are you a Shoe-Snob?

Philly girl Kenyatta Whitfield is the bubbliest, boldest, and most audacious feline I have come across to date – and over the phone no less! Ms. Whitfield is the Merchandising Manager {and owner and operator} of up and coming shoe retail site, Shoe-Snobs. Launched from a place of passion and vigor, Shoe-Snobs is an online destination that gives emerging designers an opportunity to shine and includes a philanthropic twist - almost all brands featured on the site support worldly causes.

Well how did it begin? After going through a divorce and the loss of her job all at the same time, Ms. Whitfield took matters into her own hands after a quick jaunt into a shoe boutique where she purchased a pair of pink Rachel Roy pumps. Giving her just the push she needed, she began taking entrepreneurial classes and workshops at the Small Business Women's Development Center. Desiring to live life on her own terms, Shoe-Snobs was almost immediately launched.

Not even a year old, the site carries a few brands including, Taylor Says – a women owned and operated American designed shoe brand featuring customized artwork on the heels, OkaB - a 100% recyclable, machine washable shoe, and Roma – a rain boot company based in Dallas that donates a pair of shoes to children in need for every pair sold.

Over the next few years you can expect to see designer brands, a traveling shoe boutique, and the further evolution of Shoe-Snobs with a Conscious, which has already donated hundreds of female personal care items to homeless women in Philadelphia.

Here's a sneak peek of whats available for purchase on the site.

Enjoy lovas and support small business!

Taylor Says, Oka-B, & Roma - considering spring is right around the corner, you might want to take a look and cop a new pair of rainboots! To see more, head to shoe-snobs.com. You'll find heel accessories there too!

Shoe of the day: Vic Matie

Image: Vic Matie

Snowmaggedon 2016 really had people tripping this past weekend! And I will admit, I yearned for Summer for about 20 minutes, but that's only because I was traversing the web doing what I do best, looking for shoes! In my quest, I stumbled upon Vic Matie. I've known about this italian brand for a bit now {they've been on the scene since 1987}, however, they fell off of my radar until now! 

These sandals are, as my mother would say, 'rough and ready.' They remind me of Marni sandals from seasons past and they are on my summer shoe hit list. Check out the site and see what you can find. Vic Matie.

Shoe Damage: $480 

P.S. They are currently running a 40% promotion - get in there ladies!