Designer Showcase: The Avante Garde Designs of Nicholas Kirkwood

I positively love Nicholas Kirkwood. He is so impressively innovative, creative, and at times, downright shocking. His "architectural" designs showcase both his technical prowess as a designer and his ability to infuse an edgy femininity that is unprecedented.

So join FA'SHOE'NISTA's Designer Showcase in feasting on the delicious designs of Nicholas Kirkwood. Bon appetite!


Nicholas Kirkwood
Devore satin/metallic trim sandal
Style.com


Nicholas Kirkwood
Goat hair bootie
Style.com


Nicholas Kirkwood
Lizard Suede Patent Leather Pump
Style.com


Nicholas Kirkwood
Teal Suede w/Python Detail
Style.com

Designer Showcase: Diane Von Furstenberg

Photo cred: Neiman Marcus

Hello, my Lovelies!

Hope your week is going well. Fall is fast approaching and it's time for every fashionista to decide whether to add new additions to an existing wardrobe or trash the existing wardrobe and buy a whole new one. (Wow, doesn't THAT sound delicious!)

One of my favorite all time designers and Neiman Marcus's choice for it's Focus Event this month is Diane Von Furstenberg. I know I've written about this great designer before, but her fall collection has really stirred up my inner wish lusts...er...list. HA!

From fur hats that invoke images of the daughters of Russian Czars, to big floppy sweaters that cover itty bitty block colored dresses underneath, DVF's collection is fun, quirky, and sexy. Platform stilettos and wedge-heeled booties with fur trim round out this fresh and young collection. I particularly like the color palette from the house of Von Furstenberg: muted blues, satiny browns, blacks and animal block prints, with a bright tie-dye thrown in for good measure make for an easy elegance. These pieces make the transition from daytime to nighttime a breeze.

FA'SHOE'NISTA celebrates the style, grace, talent, and true staying power of fashiondom's forever young, Diane Von Furstenberg.


DVF
Tiger Print Gown
$650.00
Neiman Marcus


DFV
Cheetah Print Dress
$425.00
Neiman Marcus


DVF
Leopard Print blocked Dress
$385.00
Neiman Marcus


DVF
Tweed Sweater &
Sweater Dress
Neiman Marcus


DVF
Zia Suede Platform Slingback
$280.00
Neiman Marcus


DVF
Eclipse Shearling Lined Clog
$325.00
Neiman Marcus

Pretty, Edgy, Pretty

Hello my fellow Lovelies. Hope your weekend was a great one and that your day is going well.

Please forgive the lack of postings, I'm working on some projects for the children's illustration blog and I've been drawing my little heart out trying to get my portfolio together. If you want to take a peek, sneak on over to Dream Out Loud! Design Studio, I won't mind:)

But in the meantime, to kick the week off right, here are some of my favorite designers who know how to combine prettiness with a flair of urban edginess thrown in for good measure.

Enjoy my Lovelies.

Kisses & Kudos!


Dolce & Gabbana
Leopard Print Pump
$695.00
Neiman Marcus


Dolce & Gabbana
Miss Escape Leopard Print Tote
$995.00
Neiman Marcus


Dolce & Gabbana
Suede Wedge Bootie
$695.00
Neiman Marcus


Donna Karan
Croc-Embossed Sandal
$590.00
Neiman Marcus


Prada
Multi-Strap Pump
$695.00
Neiman Marcus



Valentino
Ankle Wrap Pump
$675.00
Neiman Marcus

Spectator Sport

Happy Weekend everyone! Hope all my divas are having a divalicious time.

I have always loved a good "Spectator" style in footwear and this lovely number by Mr. Shoes himself, Manolo Blahnik, fits the bill perfectly. Don't you agree?

Ciao, Mon Amis!


Manolo Blahnik
Cap Toe Bootie
$895.00
Neiman Marcus

Fall Preview: Classic meets Edgy

Good Monday morning everyone. The fall preview of footwear is here and our favorite designers have not failed to please. From Christian Louboutin and Giuseppe Zanotti, to the classic designs of Fendi, fashion footwear divas have a lot to choose from the wealth of stylishous shoes and boots.

Feast your eyes and enjoy, my Bellas! Caio!


Christian Louboutin
Bicho Striped Suede Pump
$865.00
Neiman Marcus


Christian Louboutin
Circus Cutout
$1295.00
Neiman Marcus


Christian Louboutin
Fifre Suede Ankle Boot
$1195.00
Neiman Marcus


Dior
Drape Bootie
$1090.00
Neiman Marcus


Fendi
Suede Platform Mary Jane
$675.00
Neiman Marcus


Fendi
Suede Zip Boot
$1015.00
Neiman Marcus


Giuseppe Zanotti
Jeweled Sandal
$1095.00
Neiman Marcus


Giuseppe Zanotti
Pony Ornament Platform
$925.00
Neiman Marcus


Michael Kors
Architectural Bootie
$775.00
Neiman Marcus


Michael Kors
Black Pointed Toe Pump
$470.00
Neiman Marcus


Prada
Tall Dress Boot
$1300.00
Neiman Marcus


Miu Miu
Ruffled Wedge Bootie
$555.00
Neiman Marcus

HAPPY WEEKEND!

Giuseppe Zanotti
Python Embossed Sandal
$695.00
Neiman Marcus


Photo courtesy of Neimanmarcus.com











Hello, my beautiful Bellas! Hope everyone is having a great weekend. For those of you who visit me from across the shores, today is our Independence Day (4th of July) Celebration! We barbecue, visit with friends and relatives, go to parks, and drive like maniacs through the streets! :D

It's a beautiful day, the sun is shining and God is smiling down on us today with this spectacular weather. To all of you on these here USA shores, happy 4th of July and I hope you delicious divas have an equally fun and adventure filled weekend!

Ciao, and don't eat too much!

Eagle with Shoes

How befitting that an eagle should transport a beautiful pair of shoes to unlimited heights. Just as the right pair of stilettos lifts a woman to a higher level of style and grace.

For more of artist Mark Schwartz's beautiful images, visit "High Heeled Art Annex,"
http://highheeledartannex.blogspot.com.

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