Coutorture

Shopping: Move Over Minnetonka

coutorture — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:17:36 -0700

Clockwise from top left: Manolo Blahnik $835 @ Neiman Marcus, Moccasins $65 @ Topshop, Les Praires De Paris $430 @ La Garconne, Tapeet $650 @ Shopbop, Moccasins $118 @ Free People, Sigerson Morrison $695 @ Bergdorf Goodman

Moccasins are plentiful this season with styles ranging from high heeled to studded and flat. A great weekend shoe, moccasins pair well with classic blue jeans and a bohemian-style blouse. The good news is, there are options at every price point. From Topshop's simple stitched moccasin to Sigerson Morrison's cut-out style--there's something for everyone.

Shopping: Lace-Up Ankle Boots For Fall

coutorture — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Clockwise from top left: Chloe $670 @ Saks Fifth Avenue, Pedro Garcia $495 @ Net-a-Porter, Gucci $508 @ Bluefly, Prada $960 @ Saks Fifth Avenue, Dior $960 @ Saks Fifth Avenue, Ralph Lauren Collection $749 @ Endless.com

This fall, lace-up ankle boots are a footwear must-have. From low-heeled versions, which are proving quite popular, to the high heeled renderings shown above--the long, lean lines of this season's ankle boots make quite an elegant statement. Wear them with cropped skinny jeans and a t-shirt or wool tights and a shift dress in the same shade.

Shopping: Loafers Are in the Spotlight for Fall

PopSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:00:07 -0700

Stuart Weitzman "Penzance" Croco Loafers $298 - Bloomingdale's ; Marc By Marc Jacobs Penny Loafer $294 - Endless.com; Naturalizer Women's Camera Loafer $78 (now $43.42) - Endless.com; Bass - Freeport (Black Patent) $78 - Zappos

Flat shoes are all the rage for Fall, and nothing says 'I mean business' more than a leather loafer. Andre Leon Talley has issued his seal of approval, and loafers have already been spotted on the likes of Ashley Olsen and Kate Moss. That can only mean one thing - they're gonna be huge.

Sigerson Morrison Launches Online Store

coutorture — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:14:01 -0700

New York based footwear and handbag company, Sigerson Morrison, recently launched their own online store. Simple, elegant and logical the site takes visitors through items either by category or by collection. Unfortunately, items are only displayed from one perspective, however, every color swatch has its own image--which somewhat makes up for it. The launch of Sigerson Morrison's online store coincides, fortunately, with their seasonal sale so many of the items are marked down.

Shopping: Low-Heeled Ankle Boots For Fall

coutorture — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:00:00 -0700

From left: UGG $249 @ Nordstrom, 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2009, Marc by Marc Jacobs $470 @ Barneys New York

This Fall, flats and low-heeled shoes are back in fashion and, so far, ankle boots are the strongest evidence of that trend. Pair them with cropped denim or a feminine floral dress now and layer them with wool stockings and trousers come fall. Not only will you be able to wear them from morning through night, but you'll look chic doing it.

coutorture — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 09:04:54 -0700

Chloé Among The First To Send Out Over-The-Knee Boots

We're sure that come September, over-the-knee boot options will be plentiful. There's no reason why any footwear brand wouldn't produce at least one pair, given that it was one of the biggest trends of the Fall 2009 season. That said, we have to give Chloé props for being one of the first designer brands to put out a pair. Although Chloé showed over-the-knee boots as part of the Fall 2009 runway show, these are not from that collection nor are they from Pre-Fall 2009 or Spring 2009 either. Presumably the folks at Chloé simply know that women are already on the hunt for this look--even in June. These black over-the-knee suede boots are available on Net-a-Porter and retail for $1,245.

The Outnet's Louboutin Inventory Almost Sold Out In One Hour

coutorture — Thu, 28 May 2009 09:04:02 -0700

From left: Marilou woven sandals Original $605 Now $348, N. Prive fabric slingbacks Original $760 Now $532, Rodita zip platforms Original $835, Now $584

It's been less than an hour since The Outnet launched into their Christian Louboutin sale and already, most of the inventory is gone. If women will buy anything online it's shoes--especially heavily discounted shoes with eponymous red soles. Above, three styles still available for purchase.

Pour La Victoire Offers Givenchy-Inspired Platforms

coutorture — Mon, 25 May 2009 11:04:26 -0700

Left, Givenchy Fall 2009, Middle/Right, Pour La Victoire Tia heel $348 @ OAK

In case you haven't had your fill of studded and spiked footwear, Pour La Victoire has the market cornered this summer. Similar to Givenchy's Fall 2009 spiked sandal, the Pour La Victoire Tia spike heel is available at OAK and retails for just $348. If the combination of a 1" platform and 4 1/2" heel has you feeling nauseous, the brand is also selling studded (not spiked) sandals via OAK as well.

Coclico Fall 2009 Look Book

coutorture — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:29:47 -0700

Eco-friendly footwear label, Coclico, showed off their love of neutral, low-heeled shoes this Fall 2009. Given that Kenzo showed similar styles this season and that we've been seeing quite a few wooden-soled sandals in stores recently, we think Coclico will find themselves in good company this Fall 2009. Check out part of their new range in the gallery below.

coutorture — Tue, 19 May 2009 08:30:00 -0700

Marais USA Get Spring Styles, Available Online And Beyond

Marais USA, the low-priced Brooklyn-based shoe brand we wrote about a couple of weeks ago has just received most of their spring inventory which is now available for purchase online. Pick up suede woven sandals for $68, peep toe wedges for $72 and patent flats for $52. With their diverse array of colors and reasonable price point, who knows how long they'll be available for purchase. Of note, however, is that select Urban Outfitters stores will carry the line and that the brand is hosting a one day pop-up store in Brooklyn this Friday. So you'll have a few chances to grab a pair...