Controversy?

WOAH. So my last post got crazy in the comment section. Somebody posted some nasty things and then pretended to post as other people not knowing that I can see that they are posting from the same IP address just using different names. Oops.

Anyway- one commenter asked a valid question and I'd like to address it. She asked me how I could say that my new Cece L'amour shoe wasn't a rip-off a Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony shoe.

The photo in question:

And the CSxOC shoe:

Yes, they look similar but you need to realize that simple shoes often look alike. It's a wood bottom shoe with a two piece upper and an ankle strap and bow. The look of the shoe is really different in my opinion. The toe shape on my shoe is more of an almond shape where the CSxOC shoe is super round and clunky. The CSxOC shoe is cut super high and looks more clog-ish than mine. I think mine is more feminine and delicate instead of clunky. The bottom is lower and more streamlined. Again, less clunky. My original shoe was with a floral bow and then I added a black bow for my friends that aren't so girly.
You are allowed your opinion of course, but I'm going to stand by my opinion that it's not a rip off. There are other shoes that look really similar too. This two shoes are almost exactly the same but on a wedge.

My point is that this upper is not a new concept. And let's not forget that here were tons of shoes like this in the 70s...

Also, something you don't know about this shoe is that it's not even going into production. I made it for myself and some friends and have no plan to sell them to the public.

I'm in the airport on my way to China so this is a rushed post. I just wanted to address it so that you know my opinion on this. I don't NEED to justify myself but you asked so I wanted to answer.
I don't mind being called out on what you guys think is bogus. I'll always try to answer your questions if you have them. What I will not respond to is nasty jealousy and disrespectful comments. ESECIALLY from anonymous people. Grow a pair. If you have a problem with me or don't like my blog- GTFO! I'm not asking you to stay or read it. Who cares what I say or think?? It's just a blog. Get a life.

To all the others, I love you guys! Even when we don't agree ;)
xox

Knock it Off!

I've got shoe beef. 

Let me preface this post by saying that I think Jeffrey Campbell is killing it. His shoes are often the biggest trending shoes out there and he obviously has a great eye. I practically live in my Litas and that's saying a lot. You guys KNOW about my shoe collection. haha

That being said, I do have beef with these cheesy blatant knockoffs. Knockoffs bug me sometimes, while other times I don't think it's that big of a deal. I get that people want designer inspired styles for less. The Litas are actually "interpretations" of an amazing designer shoe and like I said, I wear them all the time. These shoes however, really rub me the wrong way. 

You can't take a shoe that is literally an icon and knock it off like this. It's super cheesy. 

Above, the knockoff. 

Below, the original by Salvatore Ferragamo...

I don't like either one to be honest but you have to respect a classic. This is one of the most famous shoe designs in the world.

I also have beef with this shoe because the original is so amazing and these just look like bad orthopedic shoes. Yikes.

Above, the knockoff.

Below, the Original by Prada...

And finally this shoe. A cheesy knockoff of a really special shoe.

Above, the knockoff.

Below, the original by Charlotte Olympia.

What do you guys think?? There's a fine line between interpreting and knocking off but these are crossing the line. Does it bother you? Or do you think that all is fair in shoes and fashion?

xox, 

Stars and Stripes

I saw these Jeffrey Campbell american flag shoes in Hong Kong (and then again on my homegirl's blog) and they reminded me of something... Hmmm... what was it?

Oh yea! They remind me of the American flag booties I made for Betsey Johnson!

God bless America!

I've Got Wood...

If you follow my Twitter or new Tumblr, you already know I'm wearing my new Jeffery Campbell wedges. I love them. So cute and girly with a big chunky wedge to make them extra amazing! 

Wood bottoms are HUGE for Spring so make sure you grab a pair, whether its a high wooden wedge or a chunky wooden heel, there are so many to choose from. Here are some of my favorites....

 Giuseppe Zanotti

 D&G

 Casadei

 Givenchy

 YSL

Chl oe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony

 Irregular Choice

 Irregular Choice

Jeffrey Campbell

A leopard version of my JC wedges

If I Was A Boy

I felt like I looked like my husband this morning when I got dressed. Well, except the shoes of course ;)

 Ben rolls his skinny jeans up and loves his flannel shirts ;)

(top- Alex Lehr, jeans- JBrand, glasses- Norma Kamali, asterisk ring- Wendy Brandes, shoes- Jeffrey Campbell)

These Jeffrey Campbell Litas (SoleStruck.com) are ridiculously comfortable. I love finding heels like that because then even when I want to be comfy I don't necessarily have to wear flats.

It's funny how sometimes the lower priced shoes are the most comfortable. Maybe it's because European lasts are so much narrower? Whatever it is, its effed up. More money should mean more comfort. In a perfect world...