Stylish with Substance

My Love Affair with this Shoe will Go the Distance

Ella M — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:13:45 EDT

$215.95 by Badgley Mischka at Endless.com

This shoe is so elegant it makes me esteem to be so much classier I must speak in a British accent. Forget that it might actually "p" people off. We all do love that sound.

This pump is to shoes what that British tongue is to accents. That. Good.

It's raw-edged fabric rosette also makes me say,

"Fray is the new tulle."

Say it, if you agree this is just as lovely as that so-feminine touch, and say it like a Brit.

Of course, this shoe looks actually more French, n'est pas?

Now I'm all over the place. Which is what Ella cannot be in heels, like this shoe obviously is. Make that my excuse, and not the $216 pricetag. Besides, I DIY. ;-)

What Glitters is Prada (& Miu Miu)

Ella M — Fri, 08 May 2009 18:00:00 EDT

Sequin- Queen
Miuccia Prada

Clearly popular with Miuccia Prada, sequins are a frequent feature on her designs this season. On shoes, bags and more. Here are our picks.

Miu Miu Sequined Ballerina $640 - Bergdorf Goodman

Prada bronze ombre trimmed sequined clutch $1000 - Bluefly

Prada Sequined Peep-Toe Pumps $850 - Saks Fifth Avenue

(Sequins & Miuccia Prada accessories)

Shoe Look Out: The Ultimate Ankle-Bow Heels

Ella M — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:00:42 EDT

Tibi Women's Heathcliff Ankle Wrap Sandal

$351.95$160.00 by Tibi at Endless.com

So it's hard to say if this shoe is really the ultimate-ultimate, especially of all time -- but this Tibi Heathcliff sandal sure has some "statement" in oversized bow and tie details. And it's pure girly glee in chic-ness.

Enjoy this high-high heel in photo or to shop at endless.com.

Shoe Look Out: Perforated Boots "Cool" for Spring

Ella M — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:08:51 EDT

Life & Style Magazine

Perforated boots are great for Spring because they let your feet air out a little more. Or do they, and are they? It's a smart idea, but don't wear these in the rain!

Are they cute?

As Seen In...

ShoeGasm! Ribbon Sandal Booties

Ella M — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:02:59 EDT

Omelle Danika Ribbon Sandals

$895.00 at shopbop.com

Wowness. a mixture of sandal and bootie that's actually breathtaking (not nauseating).

Blush and black tones and another mixture, this time with no-nonsense and sweet also help make this shoe uniquely fantastic.

Top it off with a stiletto silhouette and you're panting for sure.

[ Shoe ] of the Moment:
Betsey Johnson Flower Platform

Ella M — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:08:40 EDT

Betsey Johnson Women's Nox Platform Pump

$234.95 by Betsey Johnson at Endless.com

Three words: Cute Cute Cute!

Suede, leather, flowers, platform. Pin up high style for bold fashion.

ShoeGasm! Luxe Pearl JPG Pump

Ella M — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:59:59 EDT

Jean Paul Gaultier GA1091AC0O F30

$1,074.00$516.00 by Jean Paul Gaultier at Zappos Couture

Pearls ga-lore in this luxe designer pump with plush velvet fabric upper. Ga-ga! My favorite part is the drop chain with pearl end. Sighh.

A new aspect of the blog is that I will now pose other questions for you to ponder in the comments.

My question here is, what else would you like to see done up in pearls or if you’re into design/indie, what could be made from such inspirations? - Catch ya peekin’ shoe porn lata’ - Ella.