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Stylish, High Heeled Shoes Fit for the Workplace

Karla Manlangit — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:42:14 +0000

Shopbop‘s Workwear Boutique is brilliantly stylish and professional, I honestly don’t know where to start. From crisp blouses to flirty tops, even flouncy skirts and bright suede shoes find their place in the regular work week– it almost makes me excited for Monday mornings. So I thought we’d do a special run of their featured work shoes to start us off this week.

Jacquelin High Heel Pumps, $140, Boutique 9

There is an obvious resurgence of pointy toe pumps, and I was personally gaga over the style about five years back. They can level up tailored knee-length shorts and pencil-cut skirts to business casual– plus they come in this assortment of designs that are getting a modern reboot today. Boutique 9′s Jacquelin pumps on top for example, feature a multistrap overlay and a textured stiletto heel for an edgy spin. Kate Spade New York and Elizabeth and James choose to highlight with colors such as licorice red and snakeskin embossed purple.

Licorice Suede Pumps, $285, Kate Spade New York

Selby Pointy Toe Pumps, $325, Elizabeth and James

Suede is also getting much attention from brands like Jean-Michel Cazabat. The brand’s Olympia open toe pumps are in a noticeably retro hue of mint which will create such a statement with a navy blue ruffled skirt and a polka-dotted blouse. BCBGMAXAZRIA’s natural suede pump gets its modern spin with its rough cut stacked platform and stiletto heel.

Olympia Suede Platform Pumps, $275, Jean-Michel Cazabat

Foster Platform Pumps, $250, BCBGMAXAZRIA

And I am especially happy to note that vintage elements such as two-toned pumps are still part of the ranks, like RED Valentino’s black and nude patent pumps. It features a scalloped trim and a delicate bow at the vamp for days when you feel like being a bit more ’40s or ’50s in your style expression.

Two Tone Patent Pumps, $395, RED Valentino

If you want to see more of these stylish, work-appropriate shoes, check out Shopbop‘s Workwear Boutique today.

Ripe For the Picking: Boutique 9′s Spring Forecast on Shoes

Karla Manlangit — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:37:51 +0000

2012 is dawning nice and bright, ladies. You may still be tucked in the bosom of winter but as you enjoy your hot drink and thick blankets, let me entertain you with the promise of a wonderful spring with the fresh and stunning styles of shoes from Boutique 9. If you haven’t seen the new releases, check them out at Shopbop and you’ll understand where all this perkiness is coming from. The brand opens the year with bright colors, light architectural design, and impressive texture that forecast a spring shoe bonanza like never before. Go on then, check them out!

Linya T Strap Wedge Sandals, $140

These T-strap sandals are modern heels with retro elements. It employs the mod influence of colorblocking while adding texture in its mix of satin, grosgrain, and leather panels. A faceted acrylic wedge heel finishes the paneled look.

Porsha Metal T Strap Sandals, $120

The black leather sandals elevate the gladiator sandals into a whole new style level. Instead of the usual beaded trimmings, it features metal plates at the T strap. It has a 1″ covered wedge heel for slight elevation and comfort.

Detective Suede High Heel Sandals, $140

Boutique 9 continues to make metal their thing, this time on a high heel sandal. These suede sandals also feature a metallic panel on its contrast T-strap and 4.5 inch metallic stiletto heel.

Piraya Multicolor T Strap Sandals, $78

My personal favorite among the bunch are these tri-color faux patent leather T-strap sandals. I love the mix of orange, yellow, and creme-de-menthe on what is beginning to look like spring’s next favorite sandals.

Phylicia High Heel Ankle Cuff Sandals, $140

For something a bit more post-modern, these nude, leather high-heel sandals projects a smart casual style with its attention to architectural details. It features an asymmetrical ankle cuff with Velcro® closure and a covered stiletto heel. Great for both work and daytime jaunts.

Amalia Espadrille Pumps, $130

And what is spring without espadrilles? These open-toed pumps feature the beloved material as a brilliant mix and finish to a stunning, midnight blue pair of suede platform shoes.

Linya T Strap Wedge Sandals in Dark Silver, $140

They’re just like the first Linya T-strap sandals only they come in full metallic leather. The dark silver makes it chic for the evening.

Wear Boutique 9′s Colored Suede Wedge Booties!

Karla Manlangit — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:41:31 +0000

Let’s start off the week with some color! This autumn, wedge boots and booties are hot. Not only are they sexy, they’re more comfortable to walk around in than their heeled versions. They give a healthy incline to the foot and they’re also less prone to slipping.

Wendolyn Suede Wedge Booties, $130, Boutique 9, Shopbop

These wedge booties from Boutique 9 break the brown and black leather monotony of today’s market with their colored suede and varsity stripes. Check out the combination of dark blue suede and hot pink laces!

The 1.25″ foam-covered platform in red and grey stripes trim the bottom of its 4.25-inch covered wedge heel. This shoe would look fantastic with jeans or tights. Color-blocking individuals would also find these wedge booties in sync with their kaleidoscopic style.

So whether your fashion style has always been fun or you want to try something different, these Boutique 9 suede wedge booties are great shoes to play up some color this fall!

Wendolyn Suede Wedge Booties, $130, Boutique 9

The Wendolyn Suede Wedge Booties also come in dark green suede and are available in Shopbop.

Retro & Vintage Shoe Finds at Shopbop’s Fall Kickoff Sale!

Karla Manlangit — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 02:13:42 +0000

If you haven’t checked out Shopbop‘s Fall Kickoff Sale then I suggest you do, pronto. They have a lot of perfectly good retro and vintage inspired shoes up to 70% off and it’s just plain silly to pass that up.

Here are just some of those shoes that you should check out!

Amanda Oxford Booties, $166.60, Schutz

An ingenious tribute to the 1920s, this peep toe Oxford bootie is a great retro-inspired shoe to wear with jeans or wrap dresses.

Tapered Toe Satin Pumps, $89.40, Hoss

Looking for a pair of classic, reliable pumps? This black satin one from Hoss is a great shoe investment because of its day-to-night versatility.

Cayler Slatted Platform Pumps, $79.50, Report Signature

There’s nothing more retro than the Art Deco influence of cut out slats. This platform pump strays from the usual with its cut out straps and leather whipstitching.

Night Penny Loafer Pumps, $90, Boutique 9

These loafer pumps have been featured here before and now at 50% off, its vintage glam needs to be reiterated. Loafer pumps are trendy this fall and a good one with stacked heels is a chic and comfortable retro-inspired indulgence.

Alexus Open Toe High Heel Booties, $94.80, Pencey

Stacked platforms and heels spell the good, ol’ ’70s! Channel your inner hippie chick with this open toe bootie of knotted leather. Wear with wide leg pants or flowy maxi skirts!

Check out Shopbop‘s Fall Kickoff Sale for more retro and vintage shoes at huge, huge discounts!

Pixie Lott’s Spectacular Spectator Flats!

Karla Manlangit — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 03:09:03 +0000

We love her sultry little big voice, and now, British pop sensation Pixie Lott impresses us with her young retro style! Recently, the tiny vocal genius was spotted in London wearing a cute festive one-piece, black and white dress with simple spectator flats and a Chanel quilted clutch.

Pixie Lott in Spectator Flats

We recreated her look with some awesome finds. Check them out and be inspired to do your own recreation of Pixie Lott’s smart and sexy London get-up.

Iamo, $123.50, Boutique 9, Shoes

Boutique 9′s take on spectator flats is light and modern. While keeping the retro aspects intact like the perforations and oxford design, cutout detailing on the sides gives it an unexpected touch.

Thakoon Addition Gathered Hip Dress, $590.00, Thakoon, Shopbop

We took tips from Pixie Lott’s black and white ensemble and chose this gorgeous, short-sleeved dress from Thakoon for its play on symmetry. It’s effortless elegance!

Zipper Clutch, $195.00, J.J. Winters, Revolve Clothing

This isn’t Chanel but Joyce Winters is a known genius in all showbiz accessories. Finish off your black and white look with this exquisite zippered clutch which features a gold chain shoulder strap. Class all the way.

Penny For Your Thoughts: Stylish Loafers for You!

Karla Manlangit — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:15:25 +0000

Growing up, penny loafers were my go-to shoes in school. They fit the stringent fashion rules of my Catholic school (low-heeled, black) without hassling me with laces. Comfortable but otherwise boring.

That is why until now, I haven’t looked to them as viable, stylish footwear. Today, they come in all kinds of heels, colors and patterns, and they go with practically anything.

James Dean in penny loafers

Penny loafers began in the 1930s from Norway. They were low, slip-on and lace less shoes. They became more popular in the 1950s when celebrities like Steve McQueen and James Dean started wearing them. Shortly after, Michael Jackson brought it back when he incorporated it into his fashion in the 1980s.

Today’s loafer revival caters more to the women and my favorite has to be the loafer pumps. They blur the lines of conservative and sexy and I am half-wishing we had them back in the day. Well, better late than never.

Talli Penny Loafer Pumps, $395.00, Vera Wang Lavender Label

Night Penny Loafer Pumps, $180.00, Boutique 9

High Heel Penny Loafers, $275.00, Marc by Marc Jacobs

Roxanne Keeper Suede Loafer Pumps, $280.00, Diane von Furstenberg

All featured loafers are available on Shopbop.

Nine West Sale– Up to 60% Off!

Karla Manlangit — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 02:21:10 +0000

There’s a sale at Nine West and it’s up to 60% off on original prices! From their sale collection, we found masculine styles for feminine feet, a great way to edge up your wardrobe whatever the season may be. From oxfords to lace up boots, Nine West lends to our retro and vintage taste buds with their famous and irresistible shoe styles!

Almund, $35.60

We find this pair of lace-up Oxfords all kinds of sexy in its black synthetic leather and 4 1/2″ high heels.

Behave in Green Suede, $52.00

Put a hipster vibe to your get up with this flat lace up boat shoe in soft suede from Boutique 9. We recommend the green suede but you can also get it in grey, light natural and natural. Whatever floats your boat.

Beldina in Grey/Light Natural Leather, $84.00

It’s popular in black and white but we thought this menswear-inspired oxford with its 2″ mid heel looks very avant garde in grey and light natural leather.

Sierra, $53.40

This menswear-inspired rounded toe Mary Jane does away with the usual lace ups and does its modern take with a bare front and 4″ heel.

Meatball in Ivory Canvas, $51.60

The utility boot is given a feminine touch and while it’s also available in the traditional black leather, we think the ivory canvas gives it a fresh, modern take.

Celebrity Style: Amy Adams Goes Classy in Oxfords

Rose — Mon, 09 May 2011 11:39:33 +0000

Here’s a celebrity look I’m totally digging—Amy Adams in vintage Oxfords:

Amy Adams was vision of feminine-chic while out and about in New York City on the first week of May. Quite a departure from her dressed-down, rugged style of late, the actress—who’s set to play Lois Lane in the upcoming Superman film, by the way—donned a ladylike shirtdress this time around. She cinched the blue frock at the waist with an edgy brown belt and added a pair of sexy cutout leather peep-toe oxfords to complete her classy style. A stylish white purse and dark sunnies made sleek finishing touches to her downtown look.

I super love Amy’s look here! It’s ultra chic and snazzy! I love the dress, the stylish belt and the sexy oxfords. It’s totally a look to behold.

If you love her style here, too, you can copy the look by shopping for these items:

Dress: Calvin Klein Blue Tencel Roll-Up Shirtdress, $89.00; Shoes: Boutique 9: Alista Heel – Brown, $67.49; Belt: French Craft Brown Braided Double Buckle Belt, $36.00; Bag: Jimmy Choo White Leather ‘Rosa’ Top Handle Satchel, $1,596.00; Sunglasses: Cole Haan Black Acrylic Square Sunglasses, $59.00

And, check out these oxford alternatives we’ve got for you:

Unlisted: Sugar Cookie – Brown, $49.99

Boutique 9: Alista Heel – Brown, $67.49

Corso Como: Violet Heel – Chocolate, $69.99

L.A.M.B.: Hip Bootie – Camel, $199.99

The shoes are available at Heels, while the rest of the items can be shopped for at Bluefly.

Sale Alert: Additional 25% Off on Pre-Discounted Shoes at Shoes!

Rose — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:49:17 +0000

Here’s a spring sale that you wouldn’t want to miss—Shoes‘s Extra 25% Off Sale!

When you shop for already discounted shoes today until April 18 at Shoes, you will be able to slash off an additional 25% on your purchases. That means that you get more discounts! Well, talk about getting huge savings!

To avail of the extra 25% discount, all you have to do is enter the promo code “25SALE” at checkout.

We’ve handpicked some of the discounted retro and vintage styles that are subject to Shoes’s Extra 25% discount sale. Take a look:

Boutique 9 Women’s Diedre, $122.55

NAUGHTY MONKEY Women’s Fiesta, $59.25

Boutique 9 Women’s Juvile, $141.55

Vince Camuto Women’s Audrey, $66.00

Jessica Simpson Women’s Glorie, $51.75

Shop for more discounted styles at Shoes. Remember that the 25% extra off is only until April 18, so please do your shopping by then.

20% Off on Shoes at Shoebuy’s St. Patrick’s Day Sale!

Rose — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 02:22:17 +0000

It’s St. Patrick’s Day, and Shoebuy, your one-stop destination for a great variety of shoes, is celebrating with a SALE!

With Shoebuy’s St. Patrick’s Day Sale, you get to slash off a whoppping 20% on your shoe purchases. What’s more, you get FREE SHIPPING, too! To get your 20% savings, all you need to do is enter the coupon code “GREEN” upon checkout, and you’ve got fabulous shoes on their way to your front door in no time.

The sale is until today only, so better hurry. You still have plenty of time, though, to make your purchases.

To get you started with your St. Patrick’s Day shoe shopping, here are some retro and vintage styles from Shoebuy:

Women’s Jessica Simpson Acadia, $63.95

Women’s Boutique 9 Derry, $124.95

Women’s Leg Avenue Babydoll LA423, $29.45

Head on to Shoebuy to shop for more.