Retro & Vintage Shoes

Sunday, January 29th, 2012

Mila Kunis in Elie Saab Ankle Strap Pumps

Mila Kunis looked her usual ravishing self at the Russian premiere of Friends with Benefits and while her short white, swan-like frock is the constant topic of tabloids, I thought we should give special attention to her cream leather ankle strap pumps.

Mila Kunis looking swan-like in Elie Saab dress and shoes at Russian premiere of ‘Friends with Benefits’

Elie Saab is the name behind the tutu-like dress and is the same one behind those gorgeous shoes. It’s from her Fall/Winter 2011-2012 collection and the shoes are all over her runway designs.

I found a similar looking pump sans the straps at Shopbop. These are from B Brian Atwood and are equally stunning, even red-carpet premiere worthy.

Fontanne Platform Pumps, $350, B Brian Atwood, Shopbop

It features textured metallic leather and a bronze contrast trim before leading to its covered stiletto heel and platform. Of course, it’s not like the mirror-like trim on Elie Saab‘s cream leather pumps but they create the same sweet and sexy effect.

For more on your favorite stars and what they are wearing on their feet, keep checking in with us here at Retro and Vintage Shoes.

Friday, January 27th, 2012

Flat-tering Footwear: The Cutest Flats Today!

Every once in a while I hit this ‘stiletto wall’ and skimmers and flats prove to be this great comfort, so to speak.

Elastic Topline Flats, $450, Jil Sander

Stripe Multi Flats, $170, Osborn

I know some of you would rather live through the hip pain in those gorgeous Louboutins but a break from the usual is always refreshing, not to mention healthy. Flats do not have to be this go-to shoe. They’re fun absolutely versatile. Plus they encourage walking. Lots of it.

Cameron Ballet Flats, $225, Calvin Klein Collection

Sling Back Mouse Flats, $195, Marc by Marc Jacobs

Shopbop‘s huge collection of flats is just awesome. Designer labels obviously have caught on to to the chicness of flats. It’s a great daytime shoe! And personally, I love how they come in different colors and designs. There are even quirky ones like the Sling Back Mouse Flats from Marc by Marc Jacobs. Very, very cute.

Botswana Haircalf Flats, $198, Diane von Furstenberg

Lara Embossed Snake Ballet Flats, $175, Vera Wang Lavender Label

Ballet Flats, $495, Missoni

Another gorgeous design is from Diane von Furstenberg. The flat features a mix of leopard-print haircalf and deep blue pebbled leather. Other than the colors, its the textures that make it beautiful. And if that’s your thing, other textured designs that I stumbled onto are Missoni’s knit flats and Vera Wang Lavender Label’s snake embossed flats.

Reva Metallic Flats, $235, Tory Burch

If I feature all the amazing styles that I saw then this article will never end. So tell you what, why don’t you check out the rest of the collection at Shopbop and let us know what great flats you discover!

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Shop, Stock Up, and Save at Steve Madden!

Shopping? Make sure you stylishly trod down the practical lane and stock up and save! Check out Steve Madden‘s Stock Up and Save sale where you can get up to 25% off on your purchases!

If you end up spending up to $100 then you can get 20% off! Just used the code: SHOP20 at checkout. And if you’re going up a little higher like $125, then you can get 25% off just by using the code: SHOP25. Incredibly easy, isn’t it?

The Belmmont boots in Cognac, $59.99

This great sale really came in the nick of time since the brand has just come up with a collection of really hot boots for the winter. And if you think the promos stop there, then be pleasantly in error! Steve Madden is also offering free shipping! For orders over $75, just use the code: SMFREESHIP to get free shipping and free in-store returns!

This high wedge bootie is enough to fetch you some free shipping priveleges. Penn in Taupe, $79.99