Demi loves her 50/50 Stuart Weitzman’s

Demi Moore has had her travelin’ shoes on. For getting out and about, she’s chosen (on more than on occasion) a pair of walking boots by Stuart Weitzman. The 5050, $535, is an over-the-knee boot with nappa leather and elastic shaft. They’re pretty awesome and at Zappos.

03.28.09 – Walking on the pier with Ashton –Splash News

03.30.09 – Shopping in Nice, France – Bauer Griffin

Joining the TOMS Shoes Movement

shuzsociety applauds the efforts of TOMS Shoes and it’s founder Blake Mycoskie.  “You’re not just buying a shoe, you’re joining a movement” Mycoskie notes during his CNN interview.  Mycoskie’s one-for-one business principle:  for every pair of TOMS sold, the 32-year-old gives a pair to a child in need.

The idea came to Mycoskie — who calls himself a “serial entrepreneur” whose first company was a laundry business he started in college — while he was vacationing in Argentina. He says he was overwhelmed by the sight of children living without shoes. But instead of simply starting a charity, he decided he could better serve by launching a for-profit business.

In the 2½ years since its inception, TOMS Shoes has distributed 150,000 pairs of shoes to impoverished children in Argentina, Ethiopia, South Africa and the U.S. via a series of “shoe drops.”

Mycoskie’s approach is a little more hands-on. With a team of volunteers, most of whom are TOMS Shoes customers who signed up to help online, Mycoskie greets kids on the ground and physically slides the shoes onto their feet.

“I think we get as much value out of it as they do, seeing those amazing expressions on those beautiful kids’ faces when they get their first pair of new shoes,” he says.

TOMS — the name being derived from the word “tomorrow” — are based on the traditional canvas Argentine shoe known as the alpargata. Instead of a rope sole, Mycoskie has opted for rubber, and he’s incorporated leather insoles with arch support into the shoe design.

TOMS come in a wide variety of colors and patterns (stripes always sell well, Mycoskie says), and cater to men, women and children. They also don’t break the bank — you can pick up a pair for under $50, a key selling point in this economy.

To view the TOMS collection and “join the movement” …. visit their web site at  TOMSshoes.com.

Read the full story on CNN.com:  These Shoes Help Others Get a Step Up

In LOVE with Kurt Geiger’s “Nolita”

Under Kurt Geiger’s “Fashionistas” label comes the wildly alluring “Nolita” slingback. Stephinitely IS. IN. LOVE. Patent leather Orchids in a dreamy chartruese compliment the sizzling snakeskin upper in soft gray. If that’s too sweet for you, the stacked tapered heel that sits atop the platform outsole shows you’re one Sole Sister to be reckoned with. LOVE.

PS. The “Nolita” also comes in a wicked metallic with beaming bronze fleurettes.

Jimmy Choo “Brasil” espadrille

This is one HOT espadrille. Jimmy sasses up an otherwise common 5″ wedge with a 1″ platform and double woven band upper. Love.

$350
Jimmy Choo at NET-A-PORTER.COM

Angeleigh Anastasio

AngeleighAnastasio.com

description:
Women’s fashion shoes & accessories designed & made in Italy with passion & amore~ Inspiration from the beauty of the world, a deep love of people and a passion for invoking pleasure drive Angelo Anastasio to design extraordinary footwear and accessories. The success of his luxurious women’s line, Angeleigh Anastasio, is testament that his mission is working. With quality craftsmanship and use of only the finest Italian leathers and fabric, the Angeleigh Anastasio line exemplifies simple refinement and definitive luxury.

For a more indepth look at Angelo’s shoe story, click on our original “designer spotlight” article we posted in the fall of 2007.

shoes we specialize in:
Casual Contemporary / Fashion Dress Evening Luxury / Designer

Spring Shoe Pledge

I, (state your name), proclaim to be a SHOE DIVA and pledge to follow the rules when I wear sandals and other open-toe shoes: I PROMISE to always wear sandals that fit. My toes will not hang over and touch the ground, nor will my heels spill over the backs. The sides and tops of my feet will not protrude out between the strap. This type of protrusion has been and always will be referred to as “bread-a-rising.” Keep bread only in the oven. I WILL go polish-free or vow to keep the polish fresh, intact and chip-free. I will not cheat and just touch up my big toe. I will sand down any mounds of skin before they turn hard and yellow. I promise not to tape my toenail onto my toe if it should fall off either. I WILL shave the hairs off my big toe. If they are long enough to braid, they are too long! Don’t embrace your “butchness” or becoming one with Mother Earth. I WILL NOT wear Crocs! Yes, I believe they are unbelievably comfortable, but I will only wear them if I am under 22 years old. Besides, we all know that Crocs and escalators do not mesh well together. I WILL NOT wear suntan pantyhose with open toe or sandals even if my misinformed girlfriend, coworker, mother or sister tells me the toe seam really will stay under my toes if I tuck it there. Super glue is not an option, either. If a strap breaks, I WON’T duct-tape, staple, pin, glue or tuck it back into place hoping it will stay put. I will get my shoe fixed or toss it. A shoe cobbler can be on speed dial. I WILL NOT wear toe rings.  Hello, the eighties are calling and they want their toe rings back. And for the good of mankind, I will make a sizeable donation to my charity of choice for every toe ring I currently wear. I WILL NOT say words like corns, hammertoes or bunions. I understand these are not sexy words and will not get me a date or a phone call.These are words that should remain unspoken at all times. I PROMISE if I wear flip flops that I will ensure that they actually flip and flop, making the correct noise while walking and I will swear NOT to slide or drag my feet while wearing them. Scraping your feet on the floor is not going to grab a significant other. I PROMISE to throw away any white/off-white sandals that show signs of wear…nothing is worse than dirty white sandals. WHITE is in, just not dirty white. Replace those with miles with new ones. I WILL NOT wear Dansko with shorts or dresses no matter how comfortable and heavenly they feel. They should be only be worn in operating rooms. I PROMISE never to say “I can’t wear that heel height at my age!” If I feel moved to say that, I will gladly say, I can’t wear that heel height for fear of death while wearing the shoes! I promise not to make my age the reason…Just say, I don’t like to look down at my peers. Please remind all of the shoe divas in your life of this very important pact.  Simply click on “email a friend” to share the love!  We MUST stick together!! This message brought to you by our friends at Step By Sloan.  Shop online at StepbySloan.com or visit their store in Charlotte, NC, for fabulous spring styles that will show off those peds as “pledged!”  Here’s a sampling of what they have to offer …

Happy Shopping!!

“fab friday” winner – jazzmom of Montana, USA!

The April 3, 2009, “fab friday” winner of the Rene Caovilla satin platform  is “jazzmom” of Montana, USA!

Rene Caovilla “c3964d”

Beige Swarovski Platform Satin

Retail: $ 1,195.00

Our winner shares her thoughts on shoes:

shuzsociety: Why do you love these shoes?
jazzmom: Shoes are, well, just beautiful!  Fantasy, fun, delight, elegance, shoes encompass it all.  And a great pair of shoes perfects a look, no matter what it is.

shuzsociety: If you could designer the perfect pair of shoes, what features would they have?
jazzmom: feathers, jewels and perfectly balanced 2 1/2″ heels.

shuzsociety: Who is your favorite shoe designer?
jazzmom: How can a person pick just one, there are so many great shoe designers! One of my favorites, though, is Guiseppe Zanotti. I also love Andrea Pfister.

shuzsociety: What shoe trend would you like to see disappear?
jazzmom: exaggerated platforms, crocs, elastic-heeled flats

shuzsociety: What is your most favorite shoe style of all time?
jazzmom: spring-a-lators & classic pumps

Congratulations jazzmom … dance the night away!

“fab friday” winner – Katalina of California, USA

The March 20th, 2009, “fab friday” winner of the Pour La Victoire “Paige” is Katalina of California, USA!

Veg leather sandal with braided band and 1 ¼” platform on 4 ½” heel. Mod Green.
Retail: $292
At  Shopbop.com.
Visit Pour La Victoire to view the rest of their Spring 09 collection.

Our winner shares her thoughts on shoes:

shuzsociety:  Why do you love these shoes?
Katalina: The color screams “Spring” and “Wear me Now”! I can already picture every high fashion cocktail event/dinner I would wear them to. Not to mention brag relentlessly to all my friends about them…I will even post pics of them in my facebook profile they are so dang perfect! The sexy silhouette, the rock n’ roll upper, ankle strap with buckle – are you kidding me! These are what you wear when you don’t know what to wear.  Quite frankly I don’t think I would want to wear anything else!

shuzsociety:  If you could designer the perfect pair of shoes, what features would they have?
Katalina: Patent leather, open toe, heels in yummy bright toned colors.

shuzsociety:  Who is your favorite shoe designer?
Katalina: Mark Nason

shuzsociety:  What shoe trend would you like to see disappear?
Katalina: Crocs and Ed Hardy Shoes!

shuzsociety:  What is your most favorite shoe style of all time?
Katalina: Open toe strappy heels

Congratulations Katalina!  You and “Paige” will definitely turn some heads at those cocktail parties!!

Elisa Ferare’s Incredible Sample Sale

Elisa Ferare announces her incredible sample sale being held in her design studio in Hollywood, California.

“It’s really glorious to see … a veritable candy store for shoe lovers.  People are in awe when the get here” stated Elisa.
The selection includes 8 years of designs (16 seasons  of samples!!), and as current as spring 09.  You will see embellished, exotic skins, flats, wedges, heels and boots with sample sale prices ranging from $150 to $490 (retail was $450 to $1200) . Sizes range from 6 to 10 with the bulk of it in 7,8, 9.

Elisa notes that “amazingly, nothing looks dated.  I guess because my vibe has always been a mixture of retro and futurist.   Plus there are so many beautiful one off’s that never went into production.”

SOOOO, are you ready to start shopping for these hand-made in America works of art?  Since most of her time is spent at the factory, Elisa requests that you please call 323.874.4410 to let them know when you are coming, so that they are sure to be here.  You will get directions to the studio when you call.

And BONUS  ….. everything on the ElisaFerare.com website is on sale!   Here’s a sampling of what you’ll see… happy shopping!

And that’s just a taste of the “candy store” for shoe lovers!

Save up to 65% on Rene Caovilla Designs

Don’t miss the Rene Caovilla sale in progress.  Shop online for up to 65% off retail by visiting their website or visit their Palm Beach, FL store for even better deals.   Here’s an example of the hot deals you will find!

Retail $1,176.   ON SALE $411.25

Retail $1,250.   ON SALE $437.50

Retail $1,225.  ON SALE $428.75

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