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Classic, impeccably chic, it was a no-brainer when these Christian Louboutin Pigalle Patent-Leather Flats ($575) caught my eye. The perfect pair for almost any occasion — and a must have for any girl's wardrobe. But, even after I counted all the pros of this pretty pair, I couldn't justify dropping that kind of cash. To get the look for less, just read more. Read more
akaprincess00 looks a little sleepy and a lot of cute in this photo. Her simply '40s inspired outfit is polished, posh, and perfect. The pink cardigan gives her look that extra splash of color and I adore the black patent open-toe pumps! Here's what she has on: Cardigan: Mossimo Tank: Charlotte Russe Skirt: Mossimo Shoes: Enzo Necklace: Kenneth Cole Congrats to akaprincess00! Everyone else, Read more
Would you dare to teeter in this Marc Jacobs Surrealist Patent Pump ($545)? And are they unique or just plain weird? Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here. Marc Jacobs Surrealist Patent Pump: Love It or Hate It? Love It Hate It Undecided Read more
If Catwoman carried a bag, it would be a super slick black bag. There's everything sexy about one of these. Sexy ... and dangerous. Sexy, dangerous, and ready to kick some ass. Sorry, got a little carried away. One can get caught up in the fantasy of one of these dark lovelies. If you consider yourself a Hero-type, rescue one of these from retail doom and never look back. Ever. Shop Read more
By combining two of the season's slickest styles, Fab reader Stylesbyassitan nailed the cool-girl look with a shiny-cum-sporty twist. First, she paired her silver metallic skinny jeans with a red knit topper. Then she added an athletic accent via her retro, two-toned varsity jacket. For the outfit finale, she donned black pointy-toed pumps and toted a boxy, black patent-leather bag. It's a Read more
In Fab reader Simmysashi's case, all it took was a pair of slick pumps and a trench vest add-on to dress up a pair of slouchy cuffed jeans. We love that she mixed casual separates, like a button-up collared t-shirt and denim, to offset a cool vest, black leather tote, and patent leather pointy-toe pumps. The result? A daytime outfit that can easily work for a low-key business meeting or a Read more
ShopStylist willpower kept it sleek and silky for this evening ensemble. To re-create the sophisticated vibe, look to her key styling pieces: a black satin-draped top, cuffed trousers, and a statement blazer. The accessories should have a subtle shine — crystal-encrusted pumps, metallic earrings, and a patent leather shoulder bag for example — so that they stand out against the dark Read more
Want to know the secret to happy feet? We've discovered it — and it's so compact, it actually fits inside our handbag. Two words: foldable flats. These versatile, super stealthy soles have come a long way since the basic black Dr. Scholl's Fast Flats (which we love, too!) and to date, we've spotted ultracool versions in snakeskin, metallic, and patent leather. Whether you plan on donning these Read more
Vanessa Bruno's 2012 Fall collection was all about the cool girl, which will surely please fashion insiders like Alexa Chung and Hollywood darlings Rachel Bilson and Kate Bosworth. Just what did the French designer have in store? A heavy helping of patent-leather pants and skirts paired with her signature tailored blazers, jewel-tone silk lace dresses, and gorgeous metallic finishes on structured Read more
Marni designer Consuelo Castiglioni showed a world of colorblock, structured silhouettes, and small-scale prints for Fall 2012. '60s mod styling got a dose of Eastern influence on the runway — models were clad in bright shift dresses, trousers, and skirt suits, almost always topped with a boxy coat and cinched at the waist with wide leather belts. The designer also offered up slick coats in Read more
