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Men’s Shoes

Alexander McQueen Shoes Spring 2011

Given the works of art the late Alexander McQueen created during his too-brief time as a designer, it would be near impossible to usurp his creative genius. Remember those armadillo heels? So it was respectful of new creative director Sarah Burton to push the envelope with the shoes–but to only a certain degree. Save for … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Shoes Spring 2011”

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Alejandro Ingelmo Spring 2011

Be warned: Alejandro Ingelmo shoes are not for the faint of heart. Simply put, these are shoes that will rock a woman’s (or man’s) world. Inspired by Brutalist architecture (think raw concrete and striking repetitive angular geometries), Ingelmo showed a stunningly cold and, dare I say, harsh shoe collection that will have women swooning. The … Continue reading “Alejandro Ingelmo Spring 2011”

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Timberland x Opening Ceremony Watershoe

How cute are these shoes? I’ve been looking for the perfect summer shoe and though I recently acquired a pair (or four) of Sperry Topsiders, I’m drawn to these special edition Timberland Watershoes created exclusively for Opening Ceremony. Although made for swimwear, I love the off-white design–paired with either choice of orange or teal hues. … Continue reading “Timberland x Opening Ceremony Watershoe”

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3.1 Phillip Lim Men’s Fall 2010 Shoes

When Phillip Lim’s male models came strutting down a steep catwalk back in February wearing these “Beast” chukka boots, I immediately knew I had to have these! I love a statement-making shoe that isn’t too garish; the fact that the fur and the leather are the same color at least help make them a tad … Continue reading “3.1 Phillip Lim Men’s Fall 2010 Shoes”

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