Footwear

And The Winner Of The $500 Omelle Shoes Giveaway Is...

Lisanne Silverman on Jul 17, 2009 1:17 PM PDT

A couple weeks ago, we introduced you to omelle shoes, and if you're anything like me you haven't been able to get the collection off your mind since! And who could blame you- between the lovely leather and innovative shapes, this is one seriously crave-worthy collection. We then gave you the chance to win a $500 gift certificate to put towards the shoes of your choice (or your dreams)! Sure, entering is easy, but choosing between so many wonderful styles? Hard work if you ask me. One Hiver will have to deal with this soon enough, though I'm sure many others would be happy to help our lucky winner choose their perfect pair. Want to know if that winner was you? Read on to find out!

Tags : shoes , omelle , leather , heels , footwear

$500 Omelle Gift Certificate Giveaway EXTENDED One More Week!

Lisanne Silverman on Jul 10, 2009 12:18 PM PDT

Here's the info in case you missed it:

I am always on the lookout for new shoe designers whose footwear I can't help but crave. The latest pairs to catch my eye are by omelle! FIDM grads Cherise Angelle and Nicole LaFave combined their talent and experience in the design and luxury departments, the result of which is a shoe collection that appeals to artsy types and classic sophisticates alike. The shoes are, in a word, gorgeous- the type you'd want to be the star of every outfit. Crafted from leather in neutral tones and adorned with anything from a ribbon to the occasional shoelace, they're simply stunning. We'd pair them with everything from boyfriend jeans to cocktail dresses!

We've teamed up with omelle to give you the chance to win a $500 omelle gift card! Interested?

To enter, go to the omelle contest entry form. In the "Giveaway Contest Code" space, enter code HIVELOVE. Input the rest of your information, click SUBMIT, and you're entered!

We'll announce a winner on Friday, June 17th! Good luck!

Tags : booties , boots , designers , fidm , footwear

Enter To Win A $500 Gift Certificate To Omelle Shoes!

Lisanne Silverman on Jul 6, 2009 8:21 AM PDT

While I wouldn't pass up a pair of Choos or Louboutins if they were handed to me, I have to say they're not exactly my favorites. Maybe I've ogled them too much, or maybe they're too easily recognizable, but they just don't do anything for me! Needless to say, I am always on the lookout for new shoe designers whose footwear I can't help but crave. The latest pairs to catch my eye are by omelle! FIDM grads Cherise Angelle and Nicole LaFave combined their talent and experience in the design and luxury departments, the result of which is a shoe collection that appeals to artsy types and classic sophisticates alike. The shoes are, in a word, gorgeous- the type you'd want to be the star of every outfit. Crafted from leather in neutral tones and adorned with anything from a ribbon to the occasional shoelace, they're simply stunning. We'd pair them with everything from boyfriend jeans to cocktail dresses!

We've teamed up with omelle to give you the chance to win a $500 omelle gift card! Interested?

Tags : shoes , omelle , leather , heels , footwear

Topsiders: Comfy And Cute!

Lisanne Silverman on May 6, 2009 2:23 PM PDT

I used to be one of those people who didn't do comfortable footwear. I pretty much still am, with the exception of a few pairs. But after spending way too much money on intensive healing pedicures and way too much time in the foot care aisle (can you say... ew?), I surrendered to my comfort-loving feet. Kind of. Here's the thing: there are plenty of comfortable, stylish shoes out there. But are they affordable? Not really. And a lot of them try so hard to be both stylish and comfortable at once that they ultimately end up looking ridiculous. So when it comes to comfort, I've realized classic simplicity is best. One of the most popular casual footwear are Topsiders, with Sperry leading the pack. These preppy, summery shoes are as great out on the boat with shorts and a hoodie as they are with your favorite floral sundress. Give your feet a break this summer- you have all winter to suffer in gorgeous heels! Click over to Shop Therapy for more on these carefree kicks.

Tags : comfort , footwear , preppy , pronto

Hot Collaboration: New Balance for Nine West

Sabrina Newman on Mar 26, 2009 1:19 PM PDT

Nine West is known for their fabulous footwear styles available at incredibly affordable prices. Now, they've added fashion-forward sneakers into the mix as part of a collaboration with New Balance. Sneakers are becoming quite the "it" items this season and are great alternatives to classic staples like platforms and pumps. The New Balance for Nine West collection marks a fresh take on classic kicks with funky styles available in a range of shades that will add a super cool street-chic sensibility to any look. Some styles stay on the minimal side and can be worn with anything while others were designed to truly make a statement. I especially love the splashy styles, all of which are totally in line with Spring's retro 80s trend. These terrific styles are also perfectly priced and retail for less than $100!

Tags : sneakers , nine west , new balance for nine west , new balance , footwear

A Well-Shod Tribute to Salvatore Ferragamo's Fabulous Footwear

Lesley Scott on Mar 17, 2009 7:23 AM PDT

To coincide with the recent 80th anniversary of Ferragamo, the Shanghai Museum of Contemporary Art mounted an ambitious commemorative exhibition. The gorgeous accompanying catalog, SALVATORE FERRAGAMO: Evolving Legend 1928 -2008 (Skira Editore, 2008), features fascinating archival photos, sketches, and drawings, exploring company founder Salvatore Ferragamo's design process - which melded painstaking construction techniques, comfort, and wildly creative design. Most of the Hollywood glitterati of the day were fans, including Marilyn Monroe, Greta Garbo, Ava Gardner, Rita Hayworth, Audrey Hepburn, and Marlene Dietrich. The catalogue also includes contributions from the exhibition co-curator and director of Florence's Museo Salvatore Ferragamo, Stefania Ricci, Samuel Kung (chairman and director of MoCA Shanghai), and Wanda Ferragamo, Honorary Chairman of the company and the wife of the late Salvatore. Click over to Fashiontribes to see photos from the catalog, and of course, the shoes. Images copyright Museo Salvatore Ferragamo.

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