Jul 01

Rollasole: Vending Machine Flats To Save Stiletto-Wearing Feet

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imageOn NBC Nightly News last week, I caught a story about 27-year-old UK entrepreneur Matt Horan who started a company based off an ingenious idea. Rollasole is an emergency ballet flat sold in vending machine at UK clubs. For about 5 pounds (around 8 bucks), you can relieve your dancing or partying feet with these comfy and cute ballet flats that roll open and come complete with a little carry pouch (for you to tote around and use later!). Within 6 months of starting his business, Horan has sold thousands of Rollasoles and has expanded to the wedding/special occasions market. The next expansion? Over the pond, of course. Rollasole is coming soon to the U.S. to bring relief to our stiletto-wearing partying feet. Read more on Rollasole at the London Evening Standard and Perez Hilton, and even follow them on Twitter — @Rollasole. Check out more fun fashion finds at Coquette!
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Jun 30

Sexy And Stylish Shoes That Are Vegan And Totally Green!

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imageNoticing a decided lack of anything remotely sexy in the way of vegan shoes, Rebecca Mink – a lifelong animal and earth activist – created her own: glamorous, towering luxury kicks made from sustainable, non-animal resources including rubber, wood, cork, and organic fabrics. When she first showed up in Italy almost 10 years ago, sketches in hand, 16 factories showed her the door, refusing to consider manufacturing such an unprecedented product. Luckily Marco Gambassi, whose family has crafted shoes for generations, viewed her project as a creative challenge. And thanks to Italian engineering, when Mink shoes were machine-tested for durability, they outlasted their conventional counterparts, proving that non-leather is a viable footwear option for green fashionistas. These “Vulture” cork wedges with delicate double ankle straps (as seen here in Lucky April 2009) could possibly be the perfect summer heel. Available by special order only – email info@minkshoes.com. Be sure to click over to Fashiontribes for all the latest fashion news!
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Jun 24

Sea of Shoes’ Jane Aldridge Designs Capsule Collection For Urban Outfitters

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imageShe’s got a shoe collection that celebrities would surely covet, a blog that brings in tens of thousands of hits per day, and the styling ability of a seasoned fashion editor. Oh, and she’s still in high school. Texas teenager Jane Aldridge chronicles her daily fashion adventures in her blog, Sea of Shoes, and while she makes buying a pair of Margielas sound as simple as stopping at Starbucks, her refreshingly whimsical tone and captivating photo shoots keep us coming back for more. We’re not the only ones, though- Teen Vogue has featured her more than once, Kanye’s sent her an email saying he’s a fan, and now Urban Outfitters has helped her design a capsule collection, J. Aldridge by Sea of Shoes, to be available next month. Inspired by Jane’s favorite designers, the three pairs incorporate elements of her ideal shoes, including heavy lace-up detail and avant-garde undertones. What do you think? Will you be checking out her collection at Urban Outfitters next month?
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Jun 20

whats up with the kicks on your feet

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Look what i scored this weekend!

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Jun 19

Rebel Glam

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jonathan adler just announced this‘pet project’. It’s pet portraiture by photographer charity de meer… you, your beloved pet and your favorite pair of shoes, photographed from the waist down.

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Jun 19

H&M Steps It Up With Jimmy Choo This Fall!

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imageH&M knows how to follow up one high profile designer collection– by doing another. While many of us didn’t flip for the fluorescent frocks from the recent Matthew WIlliamson collaboration, this fall’s design star, coveted British accessories label Jimmy Choo, is sure to be another story. Set to debut in 250 H&M stores on November 14th, the collection will contain shoes, bags, and even clothing. “We are privileged to be among the fashion greats who have been affiliated with H&M, to be designing a collection that will appeal to fashion-savvy, street-smart women and to be including some great pieces for men, too,” says Jimmy Choo founder and president Tamara Mellon. The strappy patent cutout stiletto looks nice but I’m thinking the real showstopper is going to be those embellished platform zebra heels. No word on price points yet, but you can pretty much expect a sample sale-like frenzy come November. So tell us… will you be in line?
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Jun 17

Stuff To Sweat In: Get In These To Get In Shape!

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imageYou know those girls at the gym — the ones hard enough to look up to snuff, but almost too hard to the point that you question what they think they still need to be doing there. Don’t let them daunt you. Feel the confidence that comes with the fresh wardrobe that’ll make you fit right into the scene. After all, ’tis the season of bangin’ bods, so it’s time to start working on yours! You won’t want to break out the old gym shorts to get back to buff this summer, but with some of these slideshow tips, you may actually have to exercise in public, if not just to look cute. Being wary about that first squat will all change once you see you can get sexy in style as both your fear of looking silly and the winter pounds will wither away in a winning workout wardrobe. Go ahead girl… show ’em what you’re made of!

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Jun 17

Nike SB “Blue Lobster” Dunk Packaging

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Just another reason why i must have these shoes.

[via sneaker maniac]
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Jun 17

The Shoe Of The Summer (And Beyond)

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imageWe’re all about getting the most out of our money these days. Why carry around an iPod and a phone when you can get an iPhone? And I’ve also gotten in the habit choosing handbags that are suitable for work and the weekend. So it comes to no surprise that we should be able to wear your shoes all year ’round too! A strappy wedge is the perfect shoe to take you from spring to summer and on to fall. The sturdy wedge makes them comfortable for everyday wear, and the strappy details can work for day or night. We just bought the Aldo pair (they’re on sale!) and they’re perfection. And if you’re up for a splurge, don’t forget this similar style by Chloe! Wear the shoes with your summer dresses and just add tights and other layers when the weather gets cooler. For more shopping ideas and steals, check out our friends at Shop Therapy!
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Jun 17

ADIDAS- Stormtroopers

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Coming in 2010!

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