September shuzscopes – Are YOU Born To Be WILD?

shuzsociety is pleased to feature Maria DeSimone, CEO of InsightfulAstrology.com, as the astrologer for your monthly  shuzscopes.  Ms. DeSimone was also recently named the exclusive video astrologer for Tarot.com.

Discover how your stars guide your every step—since the soles of your feet and your charts are the foundation of your balance. Together with professional astrologer Maria DeSimone, we will explore how astrology can empower your life by guiding you along the right path in your personal shoe horoscope.

So …. are YOU “born to be wild”??  The cosmic influence is giving you permission this month to get in touch with your inner strength.  Wear your power with style in a pair of motorcycle boots.  Don’t worry, no motorcycle required with these fashion statements!  What’s in your footwear forecast for September?  Go for it sole sista … just click on link to purchase!

September 2010 shuzscopes
Are YOU Born to be WILD???

VIRGO
August 23 – September 22

You might decide to make a fabulous new change to your physical appearance this month. If so, you’ll be especially pleased with whatever choice you make.  In addition, there’s a great deal of assertive and positive communication energy in store. It’ll be a great month to sign contracts and make deals – just wait until after the 12^th.

Footwear forecast for Virgo:  Steven “Abee” Suede Lace-up Boots, $250.  shopbop.com.

Steven - Abee Suede Lace-up Boots

LIBRA
September 23 – October 22

Money is all that will matter. Not only will money come in, but it will seem to go out as quickly as it arrives thanks to some aggravating expenses mid-month. Thankfully, you’ll have the ability to keep making enough to cover yourself and if you play your cards right, you might even have some extra by the end of the month.

Footwear forecast for Libra: Frye “Veronica” Slouch Boots, $328.  Available at shopbop.com.

Frye - Veronica Slouch Boots

SCORPIO
October 23 – November 21

This month you’ll be more magnetic than ever! You’ll have two planets in your sign at once – Venus and Mars – which will give you powers of attraction as well as an astounding ability to create success from any personal project you initiate. This is the time to venture out of your comfort zone and reach for new potential. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Footwear forecast for Scorpio:  Ash “Ralf” Studded Combat Booties, $295.  Available at shopbop.com.

Ash - Ralf Studded Combat Boots

SAGITTARIUS
November 21 – December 21

Expect a major new career opportunity! In fact, it’ll likely come from someone you used to work with or even an old boss. One way or another, something you did or achieved in the past will be tied into the recognition and rewards you experience this month. It’s about time you’re noticed for your incredible contribution. Well deserved!

Footwear forecast for Sagittarius:  Hollywood Trading Company – Stud over-the-knee boots. $1,080. Available at shopbop.com.

Hollywood Trading Company - Stud Over Knee Boots

CAPRICORN
December 22 – January 19

Your social life will be filled with exciting prospects this month. It’ll be an ideal time to take the lead in a group project. In fact, don’t be surprised if friends rally around you to ask you to take on such a role. You’ll be ultra-charming in groups so if you have any presentation to make, expect it to be well received.

Footwear forecast for Capricorn: Pour La Victoire “Myles” Studded Boots, $488.  Available at shopbop.com.

Pour La Victoire - Myles Studded Boots

AQUARIUS
January 20 – February 18

This is an incredible time to launch a new business so be sure to act if you’ve been on the fence. In fact, you’ll not only have the energy to make a success out of any new professional endeavor, but you’ll attract income potential to you sooner than anticipated. It’ll be a small window of opportunity you have to act though – after the 12^th and before next month. Don’t waste it!

Footwear forecast for Aquarius:  KORS Michael Kors “Joplin” Suede Combat Boots, $395.  Available at shopbop.com.

KORS Michael Kors - Joplin Suede Combat Boots

PISCES
February 19 – March 20

There could be an exciting new development between you and someone close – you might even decide to make a commitment of some type. You might also place a great deal of energy on making travel arrangements together as well. Indeed, it’ll be a glorious month to schedule a vacation with your partner if possible. Enjoy!

Footwear forecast for Pisces:  7 For All Mankind “Odeon” Flat Boots with Spat, $430.  Available at shopbop.com.

7 For All Mankind - Odeon Flat Boots With Spat

ARIES
March 21 – April 19

Your energy will be primarily focused on a joint financial matter and its impending resolution. The ambition you’ll have to make the most of resources will be tremendous so if you’re negotiating a settlement or a price on a piece of real estate you seem to be in the driver’s seat. Good for you!

Footwear forecast for Aries: Vera Wang Lavender Label “Ula” Suede Boots, $425.  Available at shopbop.com.

Vera Wang Lavender Label - Ula Suede Boots

TAURUS
April 20 – May 20

Expect a significant focus on partnership matters – either business or personal. You might have the opportunity for a new alliance however you’ll need to push hard in order to make it happen. Luckily, you’ll find that once you initiate this, the other person will be more than willing to meet you halfway. If single, love could be closer than you think.

Footwear forecast for Taurus: Rag & Bone Suede “Moto” Boots, $550.  Available at shopbop.com.

Rag & Bone - Suede Moto Boots

GEMINI
May 21 – June 21

There could be exciting developments in your family or in a real estate matter. It’ll be an ideal time to focus more on health since the energy will favor you reaching harmony in your physical well-being. If you need to get more active consider a home gym. The blend of home and health energy in that way would be quite positive.

Footwear forecast for Gemini: H by Hudson “Alba” Combat Boots, $425. Available at shopbop.com.

H by Hudson - Alba Combat Boots

CANCER
June 22 – July 22

Romance will sizzle for you all month long! Expect hot dates and plenty of mysterious suitors to come your way if single. It’s possible that you’ll need to choose between more than one romantic opportunity – lucky you! If attached, expect the spice to come back into your partnership full force. Va va voom!

Footwear forecast for Cancer: Juicy Couture “Giordana” Suede Motorcycle Boots, $325.  Available at shopbop.com.

Juicy Couture - Giordana Suede Motorcycle Boots

LEO
July 23 – August 22

There could be plenty of action on the home front this month. It looks like you’re about to get involved in your own extreme home makeover. If so, you’ve got incredible energy on your side. You might even discover extra wiggle room in your wallet to afford an upgrade to what you’re already considering. Amazing!

Footwear forecast for Leo: Tory Burch “Elle” Riding Boots with logo strap, $495.  Available at shopbop.com.

Tory Burch - Elle Riding Boots

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Stomp Your Way Through Summer in Trendy Clogs

Some of you may be cringing at the mere thought of the clogs mighty comeback, while others may be elated. The former, I’m sure, are of a slightly older generation.  You’ve already been through the clogs craze- during the 1970s when clogs were in its hey day, and you’d prefer it if they stayed there.  The latter are of a more youthful generation, and they’re embracing this season’s most trendy footwear with open arms. Whether you find clogs retro, passé, or, perhaps, intended for the Dutch only, it might be in your best interest to reconsider, because clogs aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.  They’re even being translated into boots for the fall.  If 80s style neon and leggings can have a moment in the 21st century, then why can’t a major player from the 70s have one too?

It’s not a little known fact that the major fashion houses in Paris and Italy almost always dictate what we’ll all be wearing in the upcoming seasons, so when clogs were spotted stomping down the runways of some of the most influential designers- Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu- it should come as no surprise when clogs were soon trickling down to the mainstream stores like Aldo and Zara. Besides, clogs provide a youthful alternative to the standard heels and gladiator sandals to wear with sporty and frilly minidresses or even a blazer and shorts combo. The options are really endless, and clogs can make any old outfit seem fresh and brand new. So whether you love them or hate them, you’d best get on board, because you’ll be hearing the clip-clopping of wooden heels all over town throughout the season- and into the next.

Take an untraditional route with a sandal version of this season’s clogs- ones that can be worn through the midst of the summer heat!

Open toe leather clogs with antiqued studs, rubber sole, and wraparound patent ankle strap with buckle closure.  4.5-inch wooden heel and 1.25-inch platform.  Available in Black.

Retail:  $135.  Available at: ShopBop.com

Open toe suede clog with cutouts at side, light brown leather trim, gold tone studs, and slingback heel with gold tone buckle.  5.5-inch wooden heel and 1.5-inch platform.  Available in Tobacco.

Retail:  $495. Available at:  Net-a-porter.com

Sandal style clog with thick leather straps, studded metal accents, chunky platform, and rubber sole.  5-inch wooden heel and 1.5-inch platform.  Available in Bonbut (cream), Blavec (black), and Walnut.

Retail:  $375 $270.75.  Available at:  Endless.com

More traditional clogs, with updated accents and details, make for a great transitional shoe from summer into fall.

Slingback design with adjustable buckle closure, suede upper, studded midsole, and a lightly cushioned footbed.  4.75-inch wooden heel and 1.75-inch platform.  Available in Black Suede, Brown Suede, and Taupe Suede.

Retail:  $129.95.  Available at:  zappos.com

Slip-on clog with leather upper, rubber sole, stud trim along midsole and chain detail.  4.74-inch wooden heel and 1.25-inch platform.  Available in Brown, Black, and Natural.

Retail:  $150 $105.  Available at:  Endless.com

Slip-on design with suede upper, multi-strap detail with buckle accents, leather lining and insole, and wood-tone platform and heel.  4-inch heel and 1-inch platform.  Available in Biscuit Waxy Suede, Black Waxy Suede, and Mouse Grey Waxy Suede.

Retail:  $225.  Available at:  Zappos.com

You can find all of the above clog styles and many more on shuzsociety.tv!

Award-winning Filmmaker Launches Sole Sisters Project

You’re Invited! Sole Sisters Film Project Launch

Sole Sisters Calling all Sole Sisters! The right pair of shoes can lift both your spirits and your soles. Join forces with award-winning filmmaker Cynthia Salzman Mondell of Media Projects as she collects women’s stories and mounts the financial campaign for her SOLE SISTERS film project.  Share those intimate, never before told stories about your relationship with your shoes at www.solesistersfilm.com. Get involved: Share Your Stories: www.solesistersfilm.com Join Us: www.facebook.com/solesistersfilm Follow Us: www.twitter.com/solesistersfilm

Join Our Mailing List! Please share this email with your friends. Media Projects Inc 5215 Homer Street Dallas, Texas 75206 214-826-3863

Gulf Coast Disaster Inspires Artist To Create Piece – Proceeds to Benefit Friends of the Fishermen

Inspired by a day trip to Grand Isle, LA to see for myself what was happening with the oil disaster, these Mardi Gras beads are floating in oil. The booms surrounding the island (and where is Christo when you really need him?) reminded me, in a very eerie way, of Mardi Gras beads. The glittered evening gown, fur stole and “diamond” necklace are symbolic of the thoughtless excesses and greed that led us to this disaster. The fish, recycled from actual Mardi Gras beads and sanded down to expose some of their natural black color, are swimming away from Greed as fast as they can. Only a few of them are still breathing.

The result of this disheartening situation in the Gulf Coast inspired “Drill Baby Drill” and the desire to assist Friends of the Fishermen.

Drill Baby Drill
by Claudia Lynch

Mixed Media: Acrylic paint on canvas, vintage paper dolls, Mardi Gras beads, glitter, fake diamond.

Size: 14×11
Museum-wrapped canvas, painted on all sides.
Price: $300 plus a donation of at least $300 to Friends of the Fishermen (see below) ***

*** Tax-Deductible Art
I’d like to use this piece to raise some sorely-needed money for Louisiana fishermen and shrimpers who are either being put out of business or are forced to travel many extra hours each day just to get their boats to waters with clean seafood. Friends of the Fishermen is the officially sanctioned fundraising arm of the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board, and was created as a way to help Louisiana’s fishermen in their greatest time of need.

HERE’S MY PLAN: When you purchase this painting AND make a donation to Friends of the Fishermen that at least matches the purchase price (feel free to exceed my wildest expectations with that donation, which you can make online), YOU get the tax deduction for the donation. In thanks and respect for your generosity and good taste in art, I will make my own donation of $100 to Friends of the Fishermen. You can EMAIL ME to reserve this painting.

P.S. — I chose Friends of the Fishermen because it provides direct assistance to fishermen and shrimpers. I have no other affiliation with them. If you have another favorite organization that is directly involved in helping Louisiana fishermen and shrimpers through this disaster, your donation can be made to them instead.