Killer Shoes Not Killing the Piggy Bank

As women the one thing we live for are shoes. Kitten heels, platforms, flats, and stilettos. Whatever your poison is, we tend to kill our piggy banks in the process. Now more than ever heels are taking over the fashion world. The crazy styles, colors, and of course the inches they seem to add to the heel.

Below are some of the major styles that are in for the season that are under $200. Some styles to look into for classic shoes including the infamous double platform heels.

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Bebe Shoes Berwin – Natural $170 - heels.com
Jeffrey Campbell JACKIE DP $155 - solestruck.com
ASOS TASCA Suede Lace-Up Wedge Boots $93 - asos.com
ASOS ALICE Leather Pleat Denim Boot $186 - asos.com
80%20 Women's Melody Boot $108 - endless.com
Michael Antonio Women's MINT Gladiator Ankle Boots: Shoes $60 - amazon.com
Bordello Gold Fairy Dust Platform Pumps $88 - patriciafield.com
Velvet Angels Women's Audax Open Wedge Platform Sandal: Shoes $126 - amazon.com
Jeffrey Campbell SO SMART $100 - solestruck.com
80%20 Women's Molly Tea Party Boot $116 - endless.com
Marciano Lia Heel - Grey Multi Suede $192 - heels.com
Betsey Johnson Astra $120 - piperlime.gap.com

The double platform heels are your best friend, even though they may look like they are made to kill someone. Yes, the heels are deceiving, making you believe the shoes have a higher arch then they really do. The booties are always cute; however you have to be smart on your selection. It’s important to get a pair of booties that aren’t made up of heavy fabric or else it is too wintry. The 80%20 booties (first shoe on second row) are perfect because it is made out of a light fabric, the colors are cool for the season and it has ventilation for the feet. There isn’t much explanation needed when it comes to the sandals, or the basic heel.

Ladies just remember you don’t have to kill your piggy bank to kill every other girl when you’re out. Search and you will find. Looking for more heels for a bargain, check out some other sites like karmaloop, endless, and asos - just to name a few.

80%20 Celebrates 5 years

What does a girl love more than anything in the world? The one thing we can buy a hundreds of but still not have enough? Shoes of course! 80%20 will be celebrating 5 fabulous years next Tuesday June 8th. Known for its originality and bringing some funk to what was the basic shoe. CeCe Chin, a true LL member since day one, invites us all to Panda for this amazing celebration.

June 8 2010

7 - 10pm

Panda

139 Chrystie St.

RSVP at 8020fiveyear@thinkpublications.com

Check out the 80%20 website.

Lladies Love: Spring Fashion Y'all!

We're still about a month away from some serious thawing out, but that doesn't mean we can't be prepared for the coming warmth. Body con has been the name of the game for that past three seasons. Alexander Wang continues the trend with a sporty twist. His mix of leather and fleece, paired with gym socks and open-toed booties is truly comfy AND sexy. For Spring in general, waters still flow in that direction but instead of basic black, brights, florals, ikat prints and stripes are on the come-up.

Paul Smith churned out a slick collection to die for, that encompasses almost all of the aforementioned categories. Inspired by the Gentlemen of Bacongo, Lladies of all shapes, sizes, and colors can draw inspiration from the runway looks. And why let our torsos have all the fun? 80%20 and Osborn Design wants us to bring the party down to street level. Of course you can always get your fix with smaller accessories, like a fun mudcloth bag from OAK.

In addition to the solids and stripes of the Sonia Rykiel pour H&M collection, the retailer is rolling out the flirty and fun Garden Collection for the season. Wildfox Couture is definitely rolling with the homies, adding cute printed tanks, funky geometric-print leggings and shorts shorts to the equation. Lots of hot date nights ahead y'all!

Ladies Love: Jeffrey Campbell

Jeffrey Campbell is the best line of shoes for Lladies on a budget, hands down. Yeah, I said it, THE BEST. Quality construction and materials and of-the-moment styles can all be expected. The best part is the price-point. The babies pictured above are...wait for it...$180 USD. Almost ALL of the styles are below $200 USD. Get in mah closet NOW!

Check out the website here: Jeffrey Campbell
Then shop, shop, shop here: SoleStruck or Shopstyle

Weekend Warrior

Shopping + Party???

I really wish I was on the west coast right now! All you Lladies in the Bay Area can hit up Miss Liz "BusyLady" Baca's Vintage Shopping party this weekend. There'll be lots of great finds, from clothing to accessories, and shoes (8's, 9's and 10's, OH MY!!).

So bring your cash, checkbooks, credit cards (via Paypal) and of course your shopping mojo! The event is:

SAT 7/18: 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm
SUN 7/19: 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Be sure to RSVP to bizzylizzy23@sbcglobal.net for exact location details.

Also, check out her websites at www.gottagetthegoods.com and www.missomnimedia.com

Here Comes the Hotstepper...

Image courtesy of BurjuShoes.com

Us Lladies love our heels. We're dashing to and from cabs, in and out of restaurants...dropping it like it's hot. By the end of the night, the dogs are barking. Locating a well designed, sexy and comfortable pair of heels is like finding a unicorn. Well, I guess I'll be rolling up to work on a horse-like mystical creature tomorrow, because we've discovered Burju Shoes.

Burju Perez, a dancer/choreographer and studio owner, found herself in the same quandary as us non-pros during a night out on the town. In the battle between comfy versus cute, cute won hands down. So, she decided to merge the two once and for all, using dance shoe technology along with sleek styling. The results are wallet-friendly styles like the Cross Over and Bow Tie, which at first glance would have no trouble blending in with your Steve Madden's.

Check out BurjuShoes.com to see what all the fuss is about!

Hey Sista Sole Sista

Um really...why didn't I think of this!?? After years of event planning, hosting and being fabulous in five inchers (then limping home at the end my fabulous evening ). I'm proud to announce (as if I'd thought of it myself) "Rollasole" out of the UK - a company that fills vending machines with trendy ballet flats that can be your "sole" savior in a pinch. They're sold at clubs in the UK, and I'm all for them coming to this side of the pond to save us all from those nights when fashion sense says yes, but before long the feet say HELL no.

Find these babies on: http://www.rollasole.com/

Barefoot for a Day

Can't see the TOMS Shoes video? Visit the Ladies Lotto blog.

Take a load and your kicks off*. Today, TOMS; the purveyors of cute shoes for a cause are reminding us shoes are a luxury for many children in third world countries. The video above has some pretty sobering facts;

• Some children have to walk barefoot for miles to get clean water and food.
• The blisters and sores caused by going barefoot in unsanitary conditions can lead to deadly infections.
• No shoes, no service -- often, shoeless children are not allowed to attend school.
  

When you're ready to put your shoes back on, walk over to your computer and order a pair of TOMS. You buy one pair and an adorable kid gets a pair for free!

Click here for more information and related events.


*Yes, I am currently barefoot.

APC x Nike

Not a sneaker freak but a huge fan of A.P.C. Check out the sneaks they designed, sticking to minimalist roots.

Shoe Umbrellas for the Fall!?

Shuella is an umbrella for your shoes. Designed by Chicago's Rebecca Miller in hopes to ease the pain of walking through rainy streets with out ruining a good pair of shoes, Shuella is a reusable product that can be stored in your purse (depending on its size). It comes in black, yellow, green, yellow and pink (shown above).

Q: Doesn't It Feel Good To Pay Less?

A: Hells yes!!

Back in the day I'd get dragged to Payless for the occasional shoe buy (wedding, christening, graduation etc.). Nothing sucked more than being forced to rock a pair of ugly, uncomfortable, stinky pleather shoes for the sake of family and/or family friends because of my growing feet (thank goodness they stopped somewhere between a 7.5 and an 8). However, I've changed my tune since the age a bit.

On a recent trip to Payless; to buy my little cousin a pair of faux Tevas for his trip to Turkish Space Camp (yes, Space Camp + Turkey = ?) a small detour was thrown in the road -- lot number 063392 -- otherwise known as American Eagle's Sweetheart SG wedge in purple.



This sexy little number makes a great summer shoe. It has garnered more compliments than shoes almost five times as expensive. Men on the street who usually compliment areas a lot further north; co-workers and friends known to be loyal to more high end shoes gawked and stared. As soon as a compliment was received I screamed Payless in my sassiest voice. Never in a million years did I think I'd shout Payless with such wild abandon.

I think I had a shoegasm.

Spring Shipment at Undftd!

Imee from Undftd sent us pictures of the new spring shipment! These were my favorites:








Check out www.undftd.com for more info. :)

VANS SKY GALLERY - Los Angeles Opening

VANS SKY GALLERY EXHIBITION

marco zamora, sage vaughn, kelsey brookes, cole gerst, derek albeck, jophen stein

NEW IMAGE ART GALLERY
november 2-4, 2007 (that's right ... just three days!)
7pm to 10pm on friday - grand opening event
1pm to 6pm on Saturday
noon ot 4pm on Sunday

join us friday for the grand opening with drinks and music plus bidding on sky gallery art and other works from the artists with portions of proceeds benefiting their selected charities.

New Image Art Gallery
7908 santa monica blvd.
west hollywood, CA 90046
phone: 323.654.2191

newimageartgallery.com
vanskygallery.com

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