Swimsuits To Stilettos: Beyonce’s Teams With Stuart Weitzman and H&M
April 15th, 2013 by ChristenBeyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
From swimsuits, sodas and now stilettos, Beyonce is stating her claim as “Queen of Endorsements” as she’s made more headlines earlier today with her most recent collaborations with H&M and Stuart Weitzman. H&M has debuted a few more shots from the “Beyoncé as Mrs. Carter in H&M” campaign. With perfectly-placed flowers in her hair, she models a variety of swimsuits that she herself helped design (that’ll be available in stores later next month.)
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Beyonce’s Teams With Stuart Weitzman and H&M
Stuart Weitzman has just released sketches of two of the shoes he designed for Beyonce’s “Mrs. Carter Show” World Tour, which kicks off tonight in Serbia.
Weitzman has been designing shoes for the pop star for years, and she even testifies to having “literally danced a thousand miles in his beautiful shoes,” so the partnership should come as no surprise. For the latest set, the designer created Swarovski-encrusted stiletto pumps and military-inspired boots in both thigh-high and ankle versions.
Whether it’s bathing suits, custom Isabel Marant wedge sneakers or even cans of Pepsi, there’s not much this “Bow Down” singer couldn’t convince us to buy. Are you ready for Beyonce’-mania or do you think she’s over-saturating your universe?
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Beyonce Teams With Stuart Weitzman H&M
Would You Walk A Mile In Jay Z and Beyonce’s Shoes?
February 27th, 2013 by ChristenWould you walk a mile in Jay Z and Beyonce’s shoes? Thanks to PMK, you and your boo can wear the lavish sneakers created by power couple soon. PMK is a favorite brand of Jay Z and his A-list, superstar wife Beyonce. Jay Z had a shoe designed for him last year- the Brooklyn Zoo – by the brand. His pair was as lavish as any sneaker could be, with an endless roll call of reptile skins and embellished textures for your feet.
PMK said: ‘The Brooklyn Zoo 1′s cannot be tamed with an elaborate combination of elephant-print, ostrich, python, boa, crocodile, lizard, alligator, suede, and sting ray intricately cut to transform the Jordan 1 from a basketball sneaker into the world’s most daring and dapper sneaker concepts known to man.’
As Queen of the charts and one of the world’s most famous women, Beyonce’s taste in fashion was always going to be pretty lavish. But her new acquisition takes super-luxe fashion to a new level. The singer’s latest fashion folly is a pair of custom-made trainers, made for her by high end brand Perfectly Made Kicks using exotic animal skins. PMK handcrafted the sneakers for Beyonce to the singer’s exacting requirements using a mix of stingray, ostrich, calf’s fur, crocodile and anaconda skins.
Called The King-Bey, the shoes, which have been given Beyonce’s approval, are decorated with gold accents. The price is as yet undisclosed, but a regular pair sells in excess for $350+ so this embellished pair would obviously sell for a lot more.
Would you and your boo rock a pair of these kicks? (Collectively they could cost you almost $1,000 to own both pair.) For pricing and ordering information, visit pmkcustoms.com.
Wild Shoe Wednesday: Brian Atwood Fortosa Bootie
January 30th, 2013 by Fashion StaffEvery girl needs a leopard print shoe especially when they can make you five an a half inch taller, which is why we are infatuated with the B Brian Atwood Fortosa Bootie. The 1.25 inch platform heels have libidinous plunging top line that will increase the sex appeal of any look.
What’s so great about a leopard print is it pretty much goes with anything, an if you do believe us take a look at one of our favorite divas, Gabrielle Union. The actress, posing with her man Dwyane Wade, paired her B Brian Atwood Fortosa Pumps with a pink leather jacket, white shirt an black trousers. The booties ring up at $500 dollar and can be found on the official Brian Atwood website.
Gabrielle Union Image Courtesy of Instagram: @gabunion
If the $500 dollar price tag is a bit much but your still feeling the shoe an enjoy a good designer shoe the get into the same pair of B Brian Atwood but in a leopard glitter fabric, currently on sale for $239 dollars. And ladies, currently they have every size from a five to an eleven avaliable!
Divas, we love to hear your opinion on Ms. Union’s outfit, and which leopard print B Brian Atwoods do you like better so sound of below!
Wild Shoe Wednesday: @JuneAmbrose Steps Out in Rubber Dipped Pradas
January 9th, 2013 by Fashion Staff
We are always elated to find photos of Celebrity Stylist, style maverick June Ambrose out and about; Lets be honest, when does she disappoint in the personal style department…Try NEVER! June brought in the New Year at the Barclays Center wearing her iconic fur hat, a simple white button down, black trousers an a haute pair of Prada Rubber Dipped Mary Janes
The 5 1/2″ inch Mary Janes, which were made in Italy have rubber covered 1 3/4″ inch platform with an adjustable ankle strap. A leather lining, padded insole, and rubber and leather sole complete these pumps. The rubber covered platform adds a funky element to this classic silhouette, perfect for the girl who is looking to add an extra kick into her look, you could easily wear these with an outfit thats in need of a pop of color. Currently the shoe is sold out but if you want to get a hold of these keep your eyes peeled to official Prada Retailers.
Ladies would you rock these Prada heels or are you leaving the dipped Mary Janes alone? Are you feeling how June Ambrose these or do you want to see her take more risks? Sound off below, we would love to here from you!
Image Courtesy: Fashion Bomb Daily
Wild Shoe Wednesday: Haute Holiday Heel Edition
December 26th, 2012 by Fashion Staff
What better way to end our Wild Shoe Wednesday posts of 2012 with a haute pair of Louboutins., divas allow me to introduce you to the Christian Louboutin Dandita Boots. Made from napa leather, the pointed toe six inch boots have cutouts going up the twenty inch shaft with a fourteen inch circumference. The shoes have a leather lining and insole and the signature red leather outsole.
These $1995.00 boots, which can be purchased at Neiman Marcus could easily be rocked with a A-line dress or a pair of leather shorts an a blazer, a perfect look to bring in the New Years in rather your hitting the town with your girlfriends or on a date with that special someone.
If you need more style inspiration check out Melanie Fiona working the stage at VH1 Divas in the platform Louboutins, which she paired with a leather cut out frock and a mustard top, doesn’t she look amazing.
Ladies how would you work these shoes into your wardrobe or are you on to the next pair? Are you loving Melanie Fiona look with these boots or would you have styled her differently, let us know your thoughts below!
Wild Shoe Wednesday: Designer Wish List Roundup
December 12th, 2012 by Fashion StaffChristmas is upon us and we know you all have your fingers crossed to receive a pair of wild shoes during this gift giving season. We can’t blame you either, who wouldn’t enjoy getting a sick pair of heels from a brand that June Ambrose, LaLa Anthony, and Keyshia Cole rock on a daily bases. Plus is nice to dream a little, especially during holidays! We created a list of five diva certified heels will make you dashing to the nearest mall Santa’s lap, confessing how good you were this pass year.
Christian Louboutin Daf Booty 160mm: You will have everybody wanting to touch your feet in these platform booties completely covered in yeti.
Charlotte Olympia Jingle Bell Dolly: This vibrant red six inch heel with gold bells embellished on the ankle strap will play tunes that will put those albums out of business.
Nicholas Kirkwood: Ladies meet your new best friends. This pair of heels come with graphic face on the side an a pony tail to maintain.
Dsquared2 : If I told you a flower bloom on a sick heel would you trust it, because we know you will look chic in these single sole .
Giuseppe Zanotti Swarovski Crystal and Spiked Embellished Contoured Wedges: For the diva who sees studded and Swarovski Crystal invisibal heel shoes as everyday wear.
Which one of these holiday inspired haute heels got you re-thinking if you were “naughty or nice” this holiday season?
Brighten up your Dreary Winter Wardrobe with Pops of Color
December 5th, 2012 by Fashion StaffAs temperatures begin to drop and sunlight gets shorter, color choices also take a nose dive. Summer/Spring bright yellows and happy pinks turn into dreary blacks and somber grays. In the more northern cities like New York and Chicago, people are less concerned with “making statements” and more concerned with keeping warm. Winter has effectively dampened spirits.
Fortunately, it does not have to stay that way. A number of colorful pieces can be easier incorporated into dull hues to provide “pops” of colors that will brighten any gloomy days. Read on for ways to incorporate pops of color to brighten your outfit and your mood.
Winter Coats
One of the easiest ways to add the color is to get a colorful coat. Designers like Milly Alexis are keen to the idea as well have made coats, like the one Leona Lewis is rocking, that will brighten any outfit immediately. Moncler also has a number of down coat that are meant to pop as well!
Bold Shoes
The ways to incorporate shoes to add pops of color are endless. Funky rainboots, bright pinks pumps, red ankle booties, bright oxfords…the options are endless. In an all-black outfit, shoes always add the perfect punch of color.
Bright Color Pants
Don’t be afraid to pop out your summer skinnies with a blazer. Those bright pants are the perfect way to add a splash of color without over doing it. They also double in keeping those legs warm!
Scarves
When in doubt, grab a scarf! They can be knotted, tied, or wore loosely around the neck. A vibrant scarf can be both practical in keeping you warm, and stylish in setting off your look.
Accessories
Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize! Your sunnies, nail polish, gloves all can serve as more settle ways to add pops of colors. A fresh mani and loud gloves, you can’t go wrong.
So don’t get stuck in the dull hues. Pack tons of color in your winter wardrobe and enjoy. Summer will be back before you know it!
Wild Shoe Wednesday: Keyshia’s Wild Statement With Charlotte Olympia
November 14th, 2012 by Fashion StaffDrooling over R&B diva Keyshia Cole’s style choices lately? WE HAVE! Celebrity stylist Olori Swank has elevated her look to another level making her one to look for when she’s expected to appear at an event. So when she hit the red carpet at the 2012 Soul Train Awards we were elated to see what Olori created for Keyshia.
Keyshia Cole wore an Alexander Wang dress with Charlotte Olympia Bruce Enamel Leopard Sandals. Charlotte Olympia took a simple black peep toe heel and placed an enamel leopard atop of the toe. The Italian made shoe has a 5 ¾” heel with a 1 ¼” platform and an adjustable ankle strap.
This shoe is a great basic with a pop of fierceness thanks to the big cat perched on your toe, a small detail that true shoe love would swoon over, and if you are dying to steal some of Keyshia’s style you can head over to Neiman Marcus to purchase the $1485.00 pair of heels.
Ladies would these heels pounce into your closet, and are you feeling Keyshia Cole new look, sound off below!
Celebrate WithoutSole’s 3rd Annual Sneaker Ball Fundraiser In ATL
October 30th, 2012 by Tiffany
What happens when you gather a bunch of influencers for an amazing cause?
Initial eVennts’ co-founders Evan Eskridge and Oluwatoyin Salami decided to put together multiple talents as a call to action. “We wanted to be the change we wish to see -a group of young people doing something for nonprofit instead of looking for profit. Pave a different path.” Which in turn created the Without Sole campaign that is spreading across the globe.
This mission is particularly interesting because it’s shoes instead of clothes, like most charities. Oluwatoyin Salami (Co-founder) decided on shoes because her father is from Nigeria and told her stories of him being six years old and having to mow someone’s lawn just to get a pair of shoes. His family couldn’t afford to buy him any and without shoes he wouldn’t have been able to continue in school. Her father is now a doctor, and she finds it empowering to think that these pair of shoes could be the foundation for many kids to go to school and become future doctors, lawyers and teachers. People often take shoes for granted and don’t realize that without shoes there’s not only discomfort but some major hindrances, like going to school, work and other public places that are vital for success.
The non-profit does a variety of events within the community throughout 30 days of October. The Sneaker Ball is an annual event where the sum of shoes collected throughout the campaign is announced. Anticipation builds each year as the amount of shoes collected grows. Last year 5,500 shoues were donated and distributed to those in need. This event is a very trendy event in which everyone dresses up, but wears their favorite sneakers. Everything at the ball will be fresh from the shoes, to the mindset, to the food.
“Being as this is the finale everyone should have a fresh mindset with our mission in mind and the hard work under our belt. The food will be fresh as well from Organic vendors.” It’s the launch of a new life for someone some where else and the launch of a new way of thinking for the locals.
Majority will benefit the homeless population in Atlanta, but will ultimately touch people globally that are otherwise unable to obtain a single pair of sneakers. U-Haul and TIWAWORKS are two returning sponsors again this year. New sponsors include Enterprise, Black Tie BBQ, RiousDesign, Vinnie’s Styles, and others.
The Sneaker Ball will be held on Friday, November 2nd at the trendy Goat Farm in northwest Atlanta – tickets are $10 online/$20 at the door and donations will be accepted for those that still want to donate. Visit www.withoutsole.com for complete donation locations, event ticketing and information, as well as sponsor and organization information.
Could Aldo’s Trade You A Pair Of New Shoes For Instagram Pics Of Your Old Ones? (We Hope So!)
October 23rd, 2012 by Christen
Montreal-based footwear brand Aldo staged a charming out-of-home campaign in Israel, inviting passersby to snap a photo of their shoes, upload the photo to Instagram with their shoe size and the hashtag #aldo, and ring a bell. In two minutes, a large, rolling present box then appeared, containing — as you might have expected — a new pair of Aldo shoes in their size.
The bell was rung more than 450 times and 500 photos were uploaded to Instagram, producing nearly 800,000 interactions, the Israeli creative agency who produced it, Smoyz, says.
Now if only Aldo would do that in the US… specifically in NYC! Although not impossible, we have to wonder… If Aldo’s would trade you a pair of new shoes just for your Instagram photo – would you do it? (We hope so!)
