Shoe Preview: ZigiNY Black Label Fall 2012

 

Not long ago, I visited the ZiGiny showroom to see what we can all look forward to next season. After a walk through, I was on a heel high (though I must admit that lots of my absolute favorites won’t make it to production and therefore won’t be pictured here. sigh). Here are a few sparkly pairs from their luxed up ZiGiny Black Label line that put a twinkle in my shoe-loving eye, though. (My camera wasn’t my friend that day, so they were kind enough to send me images to share.)

 

ZiGiny Black Label Aries

Just when you thought the heel-less shoe trend (a la Lady Gaga) was done, they added jewels and stars to give it new life. This isn’t an everyday bootie, and I’m not sure I’d wear it, but it is definitely an attention grabber. Are visions of “walking amongst the stars” puns dancing through your head too?

 

ZiGiny Black Label Imagine

A spindly silver heel, combined with stars and fuchsia sequins equals quite the fashion feat. Since they’re my favorite color, I’d add this one to my shoe family (despite the fact that we’ll be seeing less of the super high platform trend  in seasons to come.)

 

ZiGiny Black Label Surprise

I’m seldom into flats, but this dazzler caught my eye. It’s just ostentatious enough to be chic… almost like a gaudy neutral, if such a thing exists.

ZiGiny Black Label Janis

 

How can you not love a glitzy smoking slipper? It’s laid back and glammed up all at once!

 

These styles will be popping up at various retailers (online and brick and mortar) right around August.

 

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Shoe Preview: Coye Nokes Fall 2012

 

When It’s Good to Play Coye…

Coye Nokes designs classic styles, often with a twist, with the modern girl on the move in mind. It’s all about the details for the New York native. As a result, her shoes often come with unexpected material combinations, treatments or embellishments. The Fall 2012 collection, inspired by baroque fashion and knights’ armor, continues the tradition. I stopped by the showroom recently. Here are my favorite styles.

 

The leather and suede detailing at the front of the Bryant pump makes them an easy transition from work (or WERK) to play. They’ll work with a suit or other professional look as easily as they will with jeans.

 

I’m a fan of pony hair, and from what I hear wine hues are going to be a must for fall 2012. Add a lizard embossed metal “armor” embellishment to the front, and this Georgina pump is the perfect compliment for a pencil skirt, no?

 

At first glance, the Darcy pump looks like a metallic lace overlay on suede. However, it’s actually laser cut pony hair! This pump works amazingly with formal looks, but I could also see in the office or at a lounge.

 

Feathers played a large part in the collection, whether they were used to embellish the shoes, or they inspired the print of the shoes, as with this Victoria T-strap sandal. From one angle, they look like a sleek black velvet sandal, but in the light, their gold feather print comes to life.

These styles will be available as of August, along with cute, comfy flats and super chic boots and booties. Shoe Fairy, I hope you were reading!

 

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Runway Recap- Paris Fall 2012 RTW: Viktor & Rolf

 

Viktor & Rolf

 

The Viktor & Rolf runway show had a decidedly nocturnal feel, as if channeling some sort of “forest creature at night” dream sequence. Critics weren’t in love with the collection, but I found the shoes lustworthy. I’d be most likely to get my night-walk on in a pair of high gloss tortoise shell-look booties with a sculptured heel and kiltie detail. **Image via Style.com  Technorati Tags: Runway fashion,Paris Fashion Week,Viktor and Rolf,fall 2012 collection,Style
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Runway Recap: Paris Fall 2012 RTW Fave Shoes- Azzaro, Rochas

 

Day 1

All fashion-loving eyes have turned to the City of Light for the next installment of ‘what you’ll be wearing come fall.’ The first day was pretty tame in terms of footwear, but there were a couple of stand outs.

Azzaro

 

Mathilde Castello Branco’s first collection for Azzaro wasn’t a jaw dropper, but it was definitely playful and cute. The shoes weren’t incredibly high or outrageous, either. However, they were classic and coy with their ankle straps and slight wing tips. **Image via WWD

 

Rochas

Marco Zanini’s fall 2012 eady to wear collection for Rochas was quirkishly wearable. There were retro prints in rich hues, but they were used to create classically shaped clothes. Think pencil skirts, pleats, trousers and leisure jackets. The shoes were no different, mixing skins, textures and sometimes colors, they were perfect for my inner eclectic bookworm. **Image via Style.com 

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Runway Recap: Milan Fall 2012 RTW Fave Shoes- Jil Sander, Uniqueness…

 

Jil Sander

 

 

Raf Simons’ swan song for Jil Sander was marked by calm elegance. While much of the collection nodded to the late 60s, the shoes were more of a futuristic reference. I, for one, wouldn’t mind this pair of pink-trimmed pumps being part of my future. **Image via Style.com 

 

Uniqueness

Alessandra Facchinetti took the term “ready to wear” literally in the Uniqueness Fall 2012 collection, so much so that it became available online the day of its Fashion Week presentation. Throughout the collection, it was clear that the 1920s were part of the designers mood board, and there was a whisper of art deco in the shoes. Suede pumps with metallic zig-zag T-straps, anyone? **Image via WWD 

 

Antonio Marras

 

Fifties chic, folkloric fabrics and bits of fur would seem to combat each other in a collection, but somehow they worked well in Antonio Marras’ ultra feminine showing for fall 2012. The shoes were ladylike, as well. Don’t these velvet color blocked, cap toe pumps look demure?

 

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Runway Recap: Milan Fall 2012 RTW Fave Shoes- Just Cavalli, Blumarine

 

Day 3

Most designers seemed to play it safe on the third day of Milan Fashion week. I’m not saying the shoes were ugly… just not all that exciting. Well, with the exception of these two:

Just Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli let the good times roll with his Fall 2012 collection for the younger-skewed Just Cavalli line. From animal prints to metallics, with a bit PVC thrown in, the collection was a nod to retro pop and mod motifs. The shoes were pretty exciting, too. These sparkly ankle booties are quite shagadellic. **Image via ELLE.com

 

Blumarine

 

Blumarine’s Fall 2012 presentation was a sartorial light show, of sorts, with neon Mongolian furs, iridescent pieces, animal prints and glossy metallics. A bit much for many, but a visual pleasure for me (mostly). I could easily see myself in these silver heeled quasi hiking booties. Also on the wishlist? The iridescent biker boots. **Image via ELLE.com

 

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Runway Recap: Milan, Fall 2012 RTW Fave Shoes of the Day- Prada, Fendi...

 

Day 2 of the Milan ready to wear shows were definitely more exciting on the footwear front. Here’s what caught my eye:

Blugirl

I’m a sucker for saddle shoes, especially when they have heels. Add bright, bubbly colors and I’m all in. Blugirl, these pastel cap toe oxfords are a win. **Photo by Piero Cristaldi via WWD

Fendi

 

Multi color is one thing, but multicolor AND multi-material is different level of awesome (when done properly). Fendi’s Fall 2012 booties mixed leather, pony hair and sometimes snakeskin to create a look that was at once serious and fun. **Image via ELLE

Runway Recap: Milan Fashion Week RTW Shoes of the Day- No. 21, John Richmond

 

Fashion VIPs have descended upon Milan to see the Italian interpretation of Fall 2012 fashion. Since this is known to many as the shoe capital of the world, I figure we’ll be riveted to the models’ feet. For the first day, only two designers grabbed my attention, though.

No. 21

Alessandro Dell’Acqua is said to have been inspired by Queen Elizabeth for his No. 21 Fall 2012 collection. While the clothes were a loose reflection of that inspiration, the shoes… well, not so much. Still, I’m a sucker for a metallic peep toe platform with an ankle strap. **Photo by Piero Cristaldi via WWD 

 

John Richmond

John Richmond said his Fall 2012 ready to wear collection had gothic and punk influences. However, suiting, dresses and gowns that read borderline bridal all seemed more buttoned up than emo-dark. The shoes weren’t very rebellious, either. A metallic platform gladiator-ish sandal with tasseled ankle ties seems more goddess than goth, no? **Photo by Piero Cristaldi via WWD

 

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Runway Recap: NYFW RTW Shoes 2/9/12- Honor, Costello Tagliapietra, Chadwick Bell

 

‘Twas the first official day of New York’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and all the front rows were filled with celebrities and editors from Anna Wintour to Rachel Zoe. The models were dressed all types of shapes and hues, but my focus here was –you guessed it- the shoes. This is by no means a comprehensive view, but it is a glimpse at my favorites.

Honor

High heeled loafers will be back for Fall 2012, at least according according to Tabitha Simmons’ shoes for Honor’s ready to wear show. Embellished with prints from the collection and bits of hardware, they perfectly mix his and hers. *image by Giovanni Giannoni via WWD 

 

Costello Tagliapietra

Jeffrey Costello and Robert Tagliapietra are known for their soft, feminine creations, where draping and movement are focal points. The shoes for their Fall 2012 ready to wear show, with their pointy toes and dainty contrasting ankle straps were all things demure. **Image by Thomas Iannaccone via WWD

 

Chadwick Bell

Chadwick Bell’s Fall collection wasn’t a favorite among editors, however I found his babydoll platforms adorable. Mary Janes of sorts with suede ties and contrasting platforms, they had a sexy lolita vibe. **Image by Giovanni Gianonni via WWD