In a collaboration that will make you swoon, Pierre Hardy delivers more goodies for Gap shoppers. Hardy's Summer '10 shoes for Gap are girlie, fresh, and totally of-the-moment. He capitalizes on this season's wearable platform wedge and delivers practical flat lace-ups in denim. I'm obsessed with the nude-tone wedges that I'd pull on with everything I own — but you could do that with any of these easy pairs. They're all priced between $65 and $110 and hit stores and online May 10.
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I have been anxiously waiting for someone to wear these tricked out Pierre Hardy Paillette T-Straps ($1,415). Behold, Rihanna did. And just the way I would — sleek black to let the disco inferno shoes do the dancing. Not in a while have I been so whipped by a pair of sandals. You too, or am I being silly?
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Rihanna was spotted walking though NYC's Times Square decked out in black. She played it coy in dark shades, a self-striped sweater, and a pair of leggings, but brightened up the ensemble with her playful Pierre Hardy party shoes. To add an edgy feel to the look, she wore a gold chain-link choker and a black fringed clutch. Shop it all now!
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>> Charles Jourdan to Relaunch; Pierre Hardy's Newest Shoes for Gap —Charles Jourdan, the French shoe brand for whom Guy Bourdin shot iconic ads from 1967 to 1981, is relaunching under designer Alexandra Neel in September; the brand was acquired by Groupe Royer last December and is starting with 45 styles targeted at thirtysomething women, with prices running $185 to $250. Meanwhile, Pierre Hardy is continuing to contribute to Gap's Design Editions for the fourth year — this time he serves up two suede boots and a sandal, all due in stores in mid-September. [WWD, WWD, Vogue FR]
I understand wearing boots in the Summer is a geographical thing. For example, a gal in Washington DC (hot, sticky) may balk at the thought, while a chick in San Francisco (foggy, breezy) may bask in it. But I must aver the cuteness of Summer booties. Myla lingerie model and social Polly Delevigne exhibits said cuteness — pug alert!
Pair slightly tough, open-toe booties with a sweet sundress and voila! Modern girlie. Black is the most extreme, neutrals and metallics lend a lighter touch. And look on the bright side — come Fall, these become Fall booties. Smarties.
Cameron Diaz stepped into the limelight at the premiere of My Sister's Keeper, wearing a stunning white asymmetrical J.Mendel dress and nude suede sandals from Pierre Hardy. The intricate origami pleats are a unique touch, and I love how the actress added a rocker vibe to her look by accessorizing with a punky black and gold Roger Vivier clutch. Chunky gold earrings and a matching ring complete her red-carpet ensemble. Love the 'fit, love Cam. 
Gap is giving its denim collection a trendy makeover with the launch of its new 1969 Premium Jeans collection. The revised denim collection enlisted the help of premium denim designers to create a quality piece falling within Gap's price range of $60. Furthermore, the new collection is budget friendly and slick. “Across the board, we want it to feel sexy and authentic,” said Gap’s VP of design, Patrick Robinson. “Women want their a— and thighs to look great, and guys just want something easy.” The 1969 Premium Jeans collection drops in August and will include a bevy of skinny and boyfriend cuts along with denim shoes by Pierre Hardy, tops, and hats by Albertus Swanepoel.
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