May shuzscopes

Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Happy birthday Taurus. This year represents a time of acceleration in your life and if you love what you do—you are ahead of the game. If you do not, you will work harder than ever to get there. Opportunity for growth and change is here with creativity and great insights in self-healing. If love is what you desire this month take action and go after what you want in this pair of satin and mirror-metallic Badgley Mischka “Clay” d’Orsay heels, $248.99 at Heels.com.

Gemini
May 21 – June 21
This month represents an end to another chapter in your life. Allow old worries to finally come to an end. Your social circle is growing and taking your prosperity with it. If your life has ever been boring consider it a distant memory and get ready for change and transformation. Imagine your life without boredom. Who could be bored wearing this head-turning pair of “Dita” wedges by Vince Camuto, $134.99 at Heels.com?

Cancer
June 22 – July 22
Your heart goes out to friends (and the world) this month. Enjoy friendships and a common interest of a social nature. Take initiative in your career and prosperity will follow. Your style is bold and daring this year. This pair of “Emily Sling” patchwork snakeskin peep-toe sandals by Frye, $201.60 at Zappos.com, will set you apart and give you the courage you need to express yourself.

Leo
July 23 – August 22
This month the road opens before you and the fog begins to lift. Your career is the focus. If you have a plan to get you to your destination…make sure it’s flexible. This is a great time to refresh yourself with travel, or bear down and get some more education. Remember a quality of life depends on how much fun you’re having not how serious you are. Allow yourself some well-deserved fun and step out in these Antik Batik “Palmer” jeweled gladiators, $248 at Shopbop.com.

Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Relationships turn sexy this month. Ssssssss! If arguments are on the surface dig a little deeper (if you know what we mean). In fact, a romantic get-away will be good medicine. Your soul is coming to the surface this year, so let the “real” you have a chance. Allow your mind to relax. Get cozy with this soothing pair of Peter Kaiser “Jersey” snakeskin strappies, $248.89 at Zappos.com.

Libra
September 23 – October 22
Relationships are a hot item this month. Nothing stands in your way as you take the lead and make your own path. You are done with waiting on love! Put your best foot forward and make sure you are wearing this must-have pair of Emilio Pucci patent and net smokin’ booties, $1,165 at Zappos.com. Your bold attitude this year leads to new adventures and self transformation. So, have fun.

Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
You are on a mission to look and feel your best this month. Right on, Sister! Plans are in the works as you decide to take action about your health and well-being. You deserve to be good to yourself, so why not. With all of your newfangled determination you are sure to have some great results. Show them off with a sexy pair of Eileen Shields “Mirabelle” metallic strappy sandals, $535 at Shopbop.com.

Sagittarius
November 22 – December 2
The urge to be wild is strong this month. Let the flirting began and have as much fun as possible. Speaking of wild…this pair of architecturally-inspired wedges “Ischia” by D&G Dolce & Gabbana, $1,064 at Zappos.com, will get you in the mood. You have an eye for detail and alot to say this month so let it out. Fun and excitement is within your grasp, enjoy it! Be yourself.

Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
You will put alot of energy and hard work into your home environment this month. Time to clear away the clutter and bring in the beautiful. While the weather is nice, a party may be just what you need to show it off: the house, your hard work and, of course, your new pair of “Rosalynn” metallic T-strap sandals by Tory Burch, $375 at Shopbop.com.

Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Safety and stability weighs on your mind this month. Communication will be important to focus your energy on, to allow the abundance to come to you. Plans put into action could have long-lasting effects, so check the details and follow your heart. You know when it just feels right…like this pair of “Ella” zipper-detailed snakeskin flats Pour La Victoire, $224.93 at Zappos.com.

Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Communication is the key to a solid foundation, especially right now. Cut away outdated ways of working with your finances and give yourself permission to except abundance. Open yourself to pure potentiality and relax your mind: attract what you “want.” Sam Edelman’s “Justine” metallic fringed wedge, $133 at Zappos.com, is a HOT DEAL, and right on track with the new you.

Aries
March 21 – April 19
Your energy is sexy and strong this month. Leave last month’s confusion and indecisiveness behind. There is a great tendency to be dreamy, which may create difficulty making major decisions, so keep it light. Seek “what” and “who” you want this month. Start with a lethal pair of Calvin Klein “Solaine” knotted and ruched sandals, $139.95 at Zappos.com, and let them confidently strut you through the month.

April shuzscopes

Aries
March 21 – April 19
You say it’s your birthday! Step out in a Harajuku Lover’s “Lyra” pom-pom wedge and live it up. ’09 is full of fun and hard work, but this month you’ll want to balance the two. Love can get personal this month so use your energy wisely as it’s a great time to reevaluate how you express it. Though you may be second-guessing yourself, it will pass. Learn what you can from your past to make more informed decisions in the future.

Taurus
April 20 – May 20
This month is full of social activity. L.A.M.B.’s “Tizzy” nude wrap heel will have you well-heeled. Your career is taking off this year so get ready. Remember to allow yourself some fun, and focus your creative energy. Past friendships my surface so look for your lesson and bring closure to the past.

Gemini
May 21 – June 21
Right now is all about change in your career. Take action in a compassionate way and hold on…it could be a bumpy ride. Travel is also favored this month and especially long distance travel later this year. Stabilize your home and treat yourself to that dream vacation. Vince Camuto’s “Basso” T-strap patent sandal is perfect for any beach get-away.

Cancer
June 22 – July 22
Transformation and healing is expanding for you. This month integrate anything you have learned in the process. Relationships are bringing up the past allowing you to make changes and cut away the old in the moths to come. Avoid old patterns and power struggles to ease the transition. The two-tone woven sandal “Blanche” by Pour La Victoire can help the transition to a more confident you.

Leo
July 23 – August 22
Make changes where needed concerning your intimate relationships. This is your year of expansion in relationships and how you connect to the world. Healing is the underlying theme for this transformation. You are learning to tell reality from illusion so try not to get too dreamy over someone. Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent “Dinah” gladiator thong sandal will keep you grounded.

Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Relationship may become challenging this month. Arguments over the fear of what you cannot control is the underling conflict. This is the year of discipline and it is time for a new structure to be built that will take you through the next seven to fourteen years. The “Pietra” leather sandal on cork wedge by Modern Vintage will help you for the long haul.

Libra
September 23 – October 22
This month you have an overwhelming urge to cut away relationships that feel stuck. The past is resurfacing and holds a great opportunity for growth and change. Many things are coming to a close this year—don’t act too quickly—make sure your heart is in the right place and remember to have fun. Kick up your heels in Marc by Marc Jacobs “Copper” strappy wedge.
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Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
If your new years resolution didn’t work out as planned, this month is your second chance. Try not to be too hard on yourself and take the appropriate action needed to make things happen. Enjoy your self and your home as this a great time for expansion and revolution in your home environment. Your sole will feel right at home in Sam Edelman’s ankle wrap “Gracie” flat sandal.

Sagittarius
November 22 – December 2
Security is important to you. Cut away obstacles that undermine your effectiveness in your personal space. This is a month for fun and playfulness. Step out in a pair of Report Signature’s “Downey” patent leather platform heels. Your career is going through a restructuring period that should stabilize by the end of the year. Have fun and keep the big picture in mind.

Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Communication is key so find ways to come together and express yourself with compassion. Finances are expanding though may be erratic this year, instead your “spending” should be quality time at home as it will afford you ample time to reflect on your past relationships. Use the past to gain perspective for informed decisions in the present. Fergie’s retro “Quote” strappy wedge sandal will move you forward.

Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Take action this month Water Bearer—you will have plenty of optimism and energy you need to expand this year. Water from your vessel will wash away the past, leaving room for a fresh, new start. Express yourself (but watch a tendency to be aggressive) and allow truth to be your weapon. All will fall into place when you make a path of your own in Gentle Soul’s “Day Starr” ankle wrap sandal.

Pisces
February 19 – March 20
What you value in life is the subject right now. You are the type of person who would give everything of yourself and expect nothing in return, but learn that taking care of yourself IS taking care of others. Learn to receive and allow your connection to what you truly value transcend all limits. Shoes will be a must for your next trip. Pedro Garcia’s “Patsy” double-buckle sandal will have you stepping out in style.

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

Rupert Sanderson shoes arrive at LINUS

With the adage “less is more” Rupert Sanderson won British Fashion Council’s Accessory Designer of the Year. He has perfected line, volume and material to continue to create exciting footwear collections.

The Delta platform in Fuchsia satin and 120mm heel has arrived at Dallas’ gem LINUS Lounge. This season’s Art of The Shoe at LINUS promises to tickle your toes too, with designs from Dusica Dusica, Diana Broussard and LD Tuttle to name a few.

March shuzscopes

Happy birthday Pisces. March shuzscopes help all the astrological signs keep well-heeled this month. As spring brings change, there’s a rainbow of opportunity.

Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Happy birthday Pisces. This year your style may change completely. Give yourself permission to be bold AND sure of yourself by stepping out in born “Hibiscus” vegetan leather sandal, $128.95 at Zappos.com. Your awareness of yourself and how you connect to others is expanding and opening you up to new levels of love in your reality.

Aries
March 21 – April 19
Your fiery nature is ablaze this month social butterfly, so have yourself some fun. Be your boldest in these wildly entertaining wedges from Giuseppe Zanotti, $998.95 at Zappos.com. March marks the end of your solar cycle, allow yourself to put anything behind you that is resolved this month. With the start of spring you can recreate yourself for an exciting new year.

Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Your career is highlighted this month. Expansion is present in a revolutionary way and the energy to take action is available, but take time to think through decisions and avoid impulsive actions. Your friends are a source of insight and inspiration. Love may also be on the horizon but you may have to take action for it to manifest itself. Step happily in the “Hazel” purple suede crisscross slingback wedge by Ugg, $144 at Zappos.com.

Gemini
May 21 – June 21
This month you will gain understanding where it seemed unavailable. Look for sudden insight and wisdom from inner guidance and people around you. March is full of fun and social interaction. Love is found through friends so let them fix you up this month. You may just be surprised. Put the sizzle in your shuffle by donning these bright blue “Erica” suede sandals by Pour La Victoire, $250 at Zappos.com.

Cancer
June 22 – July 22
The focus right now is transformation. Step by step you are approaching an over-due transformation of yourself and life experience, and you are more optimistic than usual about change. Your opportunity to alter how you come off to others is here. Take charge and transform your look with confidence in these über comfy Donald J. Pliner “Hizzy” red mesh elastic T-strap sandal, $250 at Zappos.com.

Leo
July 23 – August 22
Truth is your tool. Relationships are a big theme for you in ’09 and March is no exception. Take action where relationships are concerned but avoid impulsive decisions. A deep connection with someone is indicated this year, but remember relationships ARE work. Try to be only as aggressive as you need to be, and step proudly in Georgina Goodman “Hilda” fuchsia patent peep-toe pump, $680 at shopbop.com.

Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Your soul is coming to the surface this year and for years to come. Relationships are important right now and the urge for change and transformation to a deeper love is developing. Your work and service is coming to a pentacle, and in May an opening of conciseness will bring together everything you have been working for. Be ready in Kate Spade “Sophie” orange linen slingbacks on block heel $298.95 at Zappos.com.

Libra
September 23 – October 22
Relationships are energized this month—time spent with children can be quite rewarding and fulfilling. Take action where needed to clear away any obstructions in your love life. 2009 symbolizes an expansion of creativity and… possibly your family. This is a grand period of fun so enjoy life and kick around in these “Pop” vinyl platform sandals by DAVIS by Ruthie Davis, $895 at Shopbop.com.

Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
It may seem easy to get lost in all the fun you’re having this month. There is an abundance of energy moving towards your home-life so make it the nest of your dreams. Your taste is picky now with a tendency self-criticize. Be nice to yourself (and others) but show them where you stand. Be flirty and “fun”-ctional in a pair of J.Reneé “Effie” knotted patent slides, $76.60 at
Zappos.com.

Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Security is the theme for this month. Your home connection is very strong and these are the ties that bond. Open communications could be the key to understanding deeper levels in how you relate. You’ll be ready to get out and have a good time so reward yourself with a pair of Donna Karan “893982” edamame waxed perch slingbacks, $684 at Zappos.com,
to celebrate in style.

Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
You are ready to share your experience this month. Communication is the key to understanding the structures you have built for your life. Your values and finances are expanding this year (yippie!). Invite love into your home and redecorate for spring, by starting at your feet! Marc by Marc Jacobs “693872” suede platform slide, $239.95 at Zappos.com.

Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
You are active and on top of your game this month. This a special year full of wonder and excitement. Expansion is here—use it wisely through corporation and love. You will communicate your ideas this month in a passionate way so your shoes need to match. Radiate in these Bettye Muller “Mambo” ruffled espadrilles, $340 Piperlime.com.

“Yes you can” learn how to make shoes

What do Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, and Giuseppe Zanotti have in common?  They are all shoe designers who have elevated their craft of shoe making to a mesmerizing art form. Think you have what it takes to design a pair of shoes?

Get your creative juices flowing and your feet wet, so to speak, at International Shoemaking Design, which offers an intensive 2-day workshop for serious-minded footwear designers to hone your shoemaking skills, learn the anatomy of the foot and construction of a shoe. Upon completion, you’ll have made your very own mule, pump, sandal or boot style. In YOUR size, of course.

Based outside of Cleveland in Rocky River, Ohio, owner Sissy Puccio Aversa, a London-trained shoe designer/maker and certified Pedorthist, will privately walk you through an intensive workshop on what it takes to actually build a pair of shoes.

Word is, Aversa is working on her own line, where she will manufacture her collection right here in the United States. Stay tuned.

Question is, will YOU be the next footwear designer featured by shuzsociety.com?  Well, Sissy Puccio Aversa says “yes you can!”

We want in Louboutin’s world…

Christian Louboutin, the undisputed master of modern footwear, has revealed a sophisticated and whimsical website. Past the Copperfield-esque prompt and a “go to collection” click, you’re virtually transported to a shoe collection in the woods complete with a buzzing nymph-faced Louboutin.

Help yourself inside a box or two. You’ll find fancy footwear in the “High Heels” box with classic pumps, birdcage heels and bowed satin mules. Or peek inside the “Extremely High” box and pause on”Differa” – the Ice Patent Blue naughty strappy sandal.

In true witty Louboutin fashion, there’s a shoebox named “Total Madness.” Here you’ll find “Dillian” – the metallic flower-laden T-strap strappy pump. It’s the shoe Louboutin designed for Phillip Lim’s spring runway show. And WE LOVE it!

When you’ve exhausted yourself in the Spring/Summer boxes, you’ll want to click on the “Classics” where you can peruse what looks like a private boudoir of Louboutin standbys, or peek behind the curtain of handbags. And when you’re ready to pull the trigger, each page prompts you find where in the world you’ll find your Louboutins. Happy Shopping.

Stuart Weitzman on the red carpet at 51st Grammy’s

The stars chose Stuart Weitzman at last night’s 51st Grammy Awards. Carrie Underwood wore her silver T-strap Stuart Weitzman sandals at the Grammy Salute To Industry Icons honoring Clive Davis at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Underwood won ‘Best Female Country Vocal Performance” for “Last Name.” She was also nominated for ‘Best Song Written for Motion Picture’ for “Ever Ever After.”

Sarah Bareilles, nominated for ‘Song of the Year’ with “Love Song”, and ‘best Female Pop Vocal Performance,’ wore a pink dress by Louisa Beccaria and Stuart Weitzman’s “Pomposo” pumps.

While Jordin Sparks, with her first Grammy nomination with ‘Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals’ for “No Air” featuring Chris Brown, had mixed reviews on her dress… she got high marks for her “Gloe” X-strap sandals.

Shoe designer spotlight: Gigi Favela

Meet Gigi Favela:
Following her dream to design highly wearable shoes that women would love, Monica Favela George left the corporate world of proposal writing. She took an intensive intro-to-shoes workshop (which her husband gifted for her 30th birthday), and headed to Europe armed only with her color theory and sculptural design background.

To realize her vision of becoming a shoe designer, she knocked on doors and asked the right people about small-quantity, artisinal factories until the right high quality Italian shoe factory presented itself. Encouraged by her team members; husband Bijoy who is CFO and head techie and 5-year old daughter Gabriella “Gigi” George who provides attitude checks and laughs, the first Gigi Favela collection premiered in 2006.

Best shot we got. Did we mention the Lady likes her Gelato? She does and with her pic she sent, “I love ice cream second only to shoes!” She’s witty too.

What is the Gigi Favela philosophy?
She keeps it simple and uses innovative materials. “Wearability is key, so I keep heel heights walk-able and use Poron® anti-shock/comfort material in the footbed to absorb impact.”

Give us 5 words describing your design style:
“Highly wearable fashion-fresh lovelies.”

Why Shoes?
“The love of the shoe. Specifically, the love of the HEEL.” Favela George adds, “Try as I may to embrace the lower heel, I will always love the sculptural aspects and confidence that heels bring to a woman’s wardrobe.”

What’s new for spring 2009?
Five seasons after her first, she may have just designed her best and brightest shoe collection with the hand-painted tye dye leathers and open-toe mini boot! “I’ve been designing spring boots for 3 springs, and finally they will be arriving in a big way; I’m so glad that women will be able to sport the trend via Gigi Favela.”

And your favorite?
She chimes, “My new SS09 turquoise open-toe mini-boots; the pop of color is amazing (why yes it is!), they make every outfit rock the casbah, and the 3-inch “banana perfetto” heel is 8-hour wearable. I HEART MY MINIBOOTS!”

First ’09 theme song?
“Madonna’s Burning Up circa 1983 (electro-pop fantastic); can you feel the beat?”

How does Gigi Favela give back?
Monica Favela George supports FINCA, which gives international micro-finance loans to female entrepreneurs around the world. “The women who receive these loans are helping themselves and their families find a way out of poverty and into a better life; we are all connected—we need to help each other, especially women and children.”

Travel tips?
She suggests always taking a “flat” so you’re not caught hauling around cobble stone streets ruining your stilettos and your knees. And adds, “I pack my shoes in my “Gigi Favela” dustbags to keep the street funk away from my clothes.”

And where would you go?
“Puerto Escondido on the Pacific coast of Mexico; amazing sunsets, surfers catching beautiful waves, fresh piña coladas and seafood, a slow pace of life—nature lovin’ bliss—someone send me a postcard!”

Get your Gigis:
shop.gigifavela has an extensive collection of Favela’s shoe creations, and come late September Endless.com (designer brands) will boast a bevy of fall’s beauties.

Our first video interview with Monica of Gigi Favela:

Beverly Feldman

BeverlyFeldman.com

designer:
Beverly Feldman, whose eponymous company produces more footwear than any other female owned footwear company, has been creating glamorous shoes for over 30 years. A pioneer in women’s footwear, Beverly numbers one of a handful of successful female shoe designers in a male dominated industry. Unique among her peers, Beverly is a classically trained shoe designer, graduating New York’s Pratt Institute as a footwear illustrator and designer.

Sold in nearly 50 countries, Beverly’s designs are recognized worldwide for their blend of lavish ornamentation and casual playfulness. Beverly’s unique footwear has captivated Oprah, Tyra Banks, Kim Cattrall, Paula Abdul, Kirstie Alley, Angelina Jolie and the Hilton sisters. While Beverly has dressed the stars, her true passion is to make every woman feel like a star by helping women celebrate life, fun and fantasy through her extraordinary designs.

Take a virtual peek inside Beverly Feldman’s extensive shoe collection, of more than 1,500 shoes at her shoe museum in Alicante, Spain.

Beverly’s also got her own blog… see what she’s been up to, she is busy, busy!

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