Styledash http://www.styledash.com Styledash http://www.styledash.com/feedlogo.gif Styledash http://www.styledash.com en-us Copyright 2008 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/Why aren't you wearing this? Kenneth Cole Reaction Nite Off Sandalhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/07/04/why-arent-you-wearing-this-kenneth-cole-reaction-nite-off-sand/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/04/why-arent-you-wearing-this-kenneth-cole-reaction-nite-off-sand/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/04/why-arent-you-wearing-this-kenneth-cole-reaction-nite-off-sand/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


The sandal is in the process of a style evolution. It began with the gladiator sandal -- when we first saw it a season or two (or three?) ago, it really seemed hard to wear. It was clunky and not terribly feminine, but now, of course, we love it. And so it's time to move on to the next stage.

More and more celebrities are sporting sexy sandals with a lot more material across the front than we were previously used to. Case in point: The Christian Dior Extreme Cutout Sandal, which was Carrie Bradshaw's shoe of choice in the SATC movie (and costs, depending on the material, $750 to $1000 or more).

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Kenneth Cole Reaction SandalOver The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)

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]]>carrie bradshawCarrieBradshawdior extremeDiorExtremegladiatorkenneth colekenneth cole reactionKennethColeKennethColeReactionpiperlimesandalsatcsex and the citySexAndTheCitytrendKristen Seymour2008-07-04T13:53:00 00:00You need cutout wedges in your closethttp://www.styledash.com/2008/07/03/you-need-cutout-wedges-in-your-closet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/03/you-need-cutout-wedges-in-your-closet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/03/you-need-cutout-wedges-in-your-closet/#commentsFiled under:


We are obsessed with cutout wedges right now. They're hot, they're fun, they're easy to wear. They can add an edge to any outfit, yet they're versatile enough that you could easily wear them to class or a club.

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]]>cutoutfootwearhotshoessummertrendwedgesKyle Hepp2008-07-03T13:11:00 00:00Kanye West to design shoes for Louis Vuittonhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/kanye-west-to-design-shoes-for-louis-vuitton/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/kanye-west-to-design-shoes-for-louis-vuitton/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/kanye-west-to-design-shoes-for-louis-vuitton/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


Kanye West revealed to WWD that he has plans to work with Louis Vuitton, or "Louis" as the rapper says. The collaboration between the rapper and the label will be on a line of men's shoes.

That's not the only thing Kanye is designing these days -- he anticipates launching his first women's clothing line under his own name this fall. This mixing of the worlds of hip hop and the classic LV logo won't be the first, though.

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]]>collaborationdesignerexpire-images2009-7-1featuredkanye westKanyeWestlouis vuittonlouis vuitton donLouisVuittonLouisVuittonDonmenshoestakashi murakamiTakashiMurakamiKristen Seymour2008-07-01T12:05:00 00:00Air McFly's soon to be reality!http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/air-mcflys-soon-to-be-reality/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/air-mcflys-soon-to-be-reality/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/air-mcflys-soon-to-be-reality/#commentsFiled under:




The totally awesome shoes from the future that Michael J. Fox wore in Back to the Future 2 have been post fodder for nerdy Internet fashionistas for years. In fact, there's even been a well-organized campaign to rally support for the "Air McFlys" -- a grassroots attempt to sway an enormous multi-national corporation, all so these exceptionally devoted fans could finally own this famous footwear.

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]]>air mcflysAirMcflysback to the futureback to the future 2back to the future iiBackToTheFutureBackToTheFuture2BackToTheFutureIikobe bryantKobeBryantmarty mcflyMartyMcflymichael j foxMichaelJFoxshoessneakersJonathon Morgan2008-06-30T18:48:00 00:00De-stinkify those feet with lemon-scented soxhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/de-stinkify-those-feet-with-lemon-scented-sox/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/de-stinkify-those-feet-with-lemon-scented-sox/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/de-stinkify-those-feet-with-lemon-scented-sox/#commentsFiled under: ,


Anyone who works a job that requires you to be on your feet all day long can verify that -- no matter how clean and odor-free you usually are -- 8 or 9 hours of standing or walking can make your feet smell like rotting death. Apparently, a few of Portugal's brightest minds have set to work correcting this embarrassing problem.

A team from Porto University, led by Alirio Rodrigues, has developed a lemony fresh micro-capsule that can be woven into your clothing. The tiny capsules of perfume are similar to those embedded into "scratch and sniff" stickers, except they're not made with toxic formaldehyde. Really, it's hard to believe that scented clothing hasn't been done before. Where were 'scratch and sniff' socks back in the days of Hypercolor?

So far, the team is focusing on lemon socks, but we could totally go for some piña colada undershirts.
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]]>Financial TimesFinancialTimesHypercolorlemon freshlemon scentedLemonFreshLemonScentedPorto UniversityPortoUniversityscented clothingScentedClothingscratch and sniffScratchAndSniffstinky feetStinkyFeetJosh Loposer2008-06-30T15:30:00 00:00Behind-the-Scenes: Havaianashttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/behind-the-scenes-havaianas/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/behind-the-scenes-havaianas/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/behind-the-scenes-havaianas/#commentsFiled under: ,



Flip flops: you love them, we love them, and honestly, the world would be much colder without them.

Even though the sandals could leave us with busted and broken ankles in the near future and expose us to a potentially life-threatening disease, we unapologetically throw caution to the wind every time the sweltering weather conditions become too unbearable and slide our lovable thong shoes right on.

Gallery: Havaianas, baby

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]]>fashionflip flopsFlipFlopsnylon magazineNylonMagazinestyleTiffany Neal2008-06-30T09:00:00 00:00Keep's super-amazing online sale!http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/keeps-super-amazing-online-sale/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/keeps-super-amazing-online-sale/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/keeps-super-amazing-online-sale/#commentsFiled under:


Along with backyard BBQs, high temperatures, snow cones, and long days, summer brings awesome season-long sales.

Fall's must-have coats, shoes, and handbags can all be found marked down upwards of 50-75% off -- making this the opportune time to get a head start on next winter's shopping.

Gallery: Keep "Summer Solstice" Sale



Our favorite markdowns are currently coming from Keep, everyone's favorite cruelty free shoe and clothing company.

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]]>ethical clothesethical clothingEthicalClothesEthicalClothingfallkeepkeepersalesshoessummerTiffany Neal2008-06-28T15:04:00 00:00A new kind of wedgie for menhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/a-new-kind-of-wedgie-for-men/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/a-new-kind-of-wedgie-for-men/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/a-new-kind-of-wedgie-for-men/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


We're not sure what to think of the latest trend to turn up on the runway: Fendi gave his male models wedges. Shoes that is. As in, he put them in heels.

True, men have been wearing subtle and not-so-subtle heels since Napoleon, and there was that outbreak of platform shoes in the 70s. Still, Fendi's decision has us stymied.

In theory, it's kind of a good idea. The wedge is a very comfortable heel in which to walk, it's not especially feminine -- a Louis heel will raise far more eyebrows -- but to us, there is something really weird about it.

Perhaps we're being stodgy, so let's put it to a vote. What are your thoughts about men in heels? Only good at a Gay Pride Parada, or the trend of tomorrow?

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]]>designerfeaturedfendigay pride paradeGayPrideParadelouis heelLouisHeelmale modelsMaleModelsnapoleonplatform shoesPlatformShoespollshoesthe 70sThe70swedge heelWedgeHeelCat Lincoln2008-06-27T13:17:00 00:00And now... Barack Obama sneakershttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/and-now-barack-obama-sneakers/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/and-now-barack-obama-sneakers/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/27/and-now-barack-obama-sneakers/#commentsFiled under: ,


Barack Obama's face has already been featured on flags, t-shirts, and even designer men's underwear. Now, some dude named Van Taylor is hocking Nike Air Force sneakers, hand-painted with Barack's face and slogans, online for $500 a pair. We have to hand it to the guy, it's a brilliant idea. We think he'll still be trying to fill orders when the 2012 presidential election rolls around.

When people start painting your face on shoes, you know you've reached a level of popularity that is both awesome and freakishly scary. We can't remember too many celebrities who've had the honor of being depicted on footwear. Oprah's face has never been on a shoe. Che Guevara? Jesus? It's pretty much just Michael Jordan and Obama.

If I were an aging, dorky, white presidential candidate -- I would certainly be worried about my chances. Maybe someone in the McCain camp should start hand-painting Sperry Top-Siders.

Gallery: Andrew Christian's Obama Undies

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]]>Air ForceAirForceBarack ObamaBarackObamahand paintedHandPaintedmyspaceNikesneakersVan TaylorVanTaylorJosh Loposer2008-06-27T10:44:00 00:00Crazy craving: Victorian lace up bootshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/crazy-craving-victorian-lace-up-boots/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/crazy-craving-victorian-lace-up-boots/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/crazy-craving-victorian-lace-up-boots/#commentsFiled under: ,


Every few years lace up ankle booties come back into style. These vintage lace up boots could very well be the original pair that all of those boots are based on.

Even thought they are from the 19th century -- that's 18-something! -- and over a hundred years old, possibly two, they are still totally in style. In fact, they look like a Gothic Lolita version of these white Chanel boots with the black cap toe.

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]]>19th century19thCenturyankle bootsAnkleBootsbootieschanelgothic lolitaGothicLolitalace up bootsLaceUpBootspairtwo tonedTwoTonedvintageCat Lincoln2008-06-25T13:20:00 00:00You Willa love these sandalshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/you-willa-love-these-sandals/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/you-willa-love-these-sandals/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/you-willa-love-these-sandals/#commentsFiled under: ,


We bought the pale gold Willa strappy sandal at Target ($13.99) on a whim one day and they have proven themselves to be the best sandals we've bought in a long while -- perhaps ever.

Never since our tweenage obsession with Jellies have we ever been so enamored of a pair of shoes, and we shed our flip-flops only for them. We love wearing them with our dark-denim shorts and a white blazer, or with a black dress and a long gold necklace. The soles are deceptively soft and padded, the straps don't slip or cut into your feet, and even an unexpected summer shower could not make our feet slide around inside them. We are urban warriors, and they are our chariots. The Willa sandal is a truly great summer shoe.
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]]>featuredgoldsandalshoestrappysummertargetwillaLauren Perdue2008-06-25T10:57:00 00:00Gola means goals: Score some with your feethttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/gola-means-goals-score-some-with-your-feet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/gola-means-goals-score-some-with-your-feet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/gola-means-goals-score-some-with-your-feet/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,


Gola brand shoes have been popular in the United Kingdom for over one hundred years. Yes, 100 years. Anything that can stay in style that long has got to have something going for it.

It is believed that the name is Gola is an anagram of 'goal,' which led to their first ad campaign "Gola means Goals" which you may have noticed sitting totally stolen in homage atop this post (followed by some lame attempt at a football tie-in, but what do we know, we call it soccer).

Gallery: Gola Shoes

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]]>britishfootballgolashoessoccertrainersukWhit Honea2008-06-24T16:03:00 00:00Shoes of the Day: Moschino Cheap & Chic Soft Flathttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/shoes-of-the-day-moschino-cheap-and-chic-soft-flat/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/shoes-of-the-day-moschino-cheap-and-chic-soft-flat/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/shoes-of-the-day-moschino-cheap-and-chic-soft-flat/#commentsFiled under: , ,


moschino flatsThough we're inclined to run around all summer in nothing but the exact same pair of dark brown flip flops that "go with" everything from our ethnic print maxi dress to a pair of cut-offs, there are occasions when we may have to wear real shoes. It doesn't mean we have to be uncomfortable in a pair of skin-pinching, back-breaking stiletto heels. Moschino Cheap & Chic's flats are perfect for summer comfort because they are flat and have a rubber sole. The black and silver upper is made of leather and features a tiny strap to keep the shoes on your feet.

Moschino Cheap & Chic's black and silver flats are available from Revolve Clothing for $235.
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]]>blackflatsleathermoschinoshoessilverSarah J. Gim2008-06-23T12:02:00 00:00The Adidas x Pro Mamahttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-adidas-x-pro-mama/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-adidas-x-pro-mama/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-adidas-x-pro-mama/#commentsFiled under:


Last month, Leah McSweeney of Married to the Mob dropped a funky Reebok Freestyle Hi covered in bright red kisses.

It was extremely cool, limited-edition, and sold-out in approximately 50 minutes.

Suffice it to say, we don't have a pair in our closet.

Gallery: Adidas x Pro Mama

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]]>adidasmamapromamasneakersstreetwearTiffany Neal2008-06-19T12:00:00 00:00Manolo Blahnik to receive Rodeo Drive Walk of Style Awardhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/manolo-blahnik-to-receive-rodeo-drive-walk-of-style-award/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/manolo-blahnik-to-receive-rodeo-drive-walk-of-style-award/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/manolo-blahnik-to-receive-rodeo-drive-walk-of-style-award/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Manolo Blahnik will now, officially, go down in history for his work in fashion within the entertainment industry. This September, Blahnik will receive the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style Award from the Rodeo Drive Committee and the City of Beverly Hills.

The first Walk of Style Award was given to Giorgio Armani in 2003. Since then, designers like Tom Ford, Donatella Versace, and Salvatore Ferragamo have been recognized.

Gallery: Manolo Blahnik shoes: Worthy of an award

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]]>absolutely fabulousAbsolutelyFabulousawardbeverly hillsBeverlyHillsdesignerfashionmanolo blahnikManoloBlahnikrodeo driverodeo drive walk of fashion awardRodeoDriveRodeoDriveWalkOfFashionAwardsex and the citySexAndTheCityshoesKristen Seymour2008-06-17T15:45:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Nine West Lovable Flathttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/why-arent-you-wearing-this-nine-west-lovable-flat/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/why-arent-you-wearing-this-nine-west-lovable-flat/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/why-arent-you-wearing-this-nine-west-lovable-flat/#commentsFiled under: , ,


When we first saw this shoe, we thought, "Huh. That's cute. It looks like something we would have worn back in our childhood days," and we dismissed it from our thoughts. And then we saw it again, and the appeal was still there, but this time without any thoughts of playgrounds and Sunday school -- we realized we wanted this shoe in the here and now. Especially since it's on sale at Piperlime.

Gallery: Why aren't you wearing this?

Kenneth Cole Reaction SandalOver The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)

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]]>accessoriesflatfloralflowergirlynine westNineWestpiperlimesaleshoeKristen Seymour2008-06-17T14:48:00 00:00Tender toes tout: Adidas Johari ballet flatshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/tender-toes-tout-adidas-johari-ballet-flats/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/tender-toes-tout-adidas-johari-ballet-flats/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/tender-toes-tout-adidas-johari-ballet-flats/#commentsFiled under: , ,


We love the look of ballet flats and they are wonderfully convenient when you're traveling through airports -- easy on, easy off at the security checkpoint.

On the other hand, their thin soles can leave your feet feeling unsupported and sore. Plus we prefer something a little more robust, like tennis shoes, when we're trekikng around a new city.

Except, yuck, who wants to look like an ugly tourist in the tennis shoes? If only there was a cute pair of flats with nice cushiony soles...

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]]>adidasairportsathletic soleAthleticSoleayuna thongAyunaThongballet flatsBalletFlatsfitfoamfootbedgymjoharisecurity check pointsSecurityCheckPointsshoesskimmersolessportytennis shoesTennisShoestouristuglyvacationCat Lincoln2008-06-17T08:17:00 00:00Chinese street styles: Feiyue Shaolin sneakershttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/16/chinese-street-styles-feiyue-shaolin-sneakers/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/16/chinese-street-styles-feiyue-shaolin-sneakers/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/16/chinese-street-styles-feiyue-shaolin-sneakers/#commentsFiled under: ,

Now that China has become a major fashion -- as well as an economic -- force in the world, we think it's time to take a closer look at some of their street wear, starting with these awesome shoes. In addition to the fact that the Feiyue Shaolin sneaker is to the Chinese what the Converse All Star is to us in the States -- Kung Fu masters apparently love these old school canvas and rubber sneakers.

It's true, look it up. These very economical canvas sneakers have been a staple in China since the 20's and are sold all over the internet as Kung Fu accessories. We can't really see how they're particularly suited for martial arts, but we do think they'd make a great pair of summer shoes. We like the retro style, it's like a hybrid of the All Star and the PF Flyer -- which are both classic. The advantage with these babies is that they're way cheaper, and you probably won't run across anybody else who's wearing them.

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]]>All StarAllStarcanvasChinaConverseFeiyue ShaolinFeiyueShaolinKung FuKungFumartial artsMartialArtsPF FlyersPfFlyersrubber-solestreetwearWushuJosh Loposer2008-06-16T17:10:00 00:00Buy cool sandals for charityhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/14/buy-cool-sandals-for-charity/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/14/buy-cool-sandals-for-charity/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/14/buy-cool-sandals-for-charity/#commentsFiled under:


While Kate Moss is outfitting her fans in cool graphic tees for a charitable organization, three prominent makeup artists are on a mission to hook-up your footwear collection for an equally important cause.

Trish McEvoy, Laura Mercier, and Bobbi Brown have each created fun limited-edition Havaianas flip-flops for just $15 with any 2 cosmetic or fragrance purchases.






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]]>beautybobbi brownBobbiBrowncharityflip flopsFlipFlopslaura mercierLauraMerciermakeupsakssandalstrish mcevoyTrishMcevoywaterTiffany Neal2008-06-14T14:08:00 00:00L.L. Bean: Footwearhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/l-l-bean-footwear/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/l-l-bean-footwear/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/l-l-bean-footwear/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , ,


L.L. Bean is one of those companies that make a bit of everything. However, don't make the assumption that they are a jack of all trades, master of none, instead consider the full phrase which continues, though ofttimes better than master of one. Thanks, Wikipedia!

L.L. Bean is focused on the outdoors. They make everything from kayaks to baby strollers, tents to sporks. Really. They also have a great line of footwear for the whole family that is as stylish as it is functional. Aesthetics are not sacrificed for performance, or vice versa.

Gallery: L.L. Bean Summer Shoes

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]]>babybikingbootscampingfootwearhikingkayaksL.L. BeanL.l.BeanoutdoorssporkstrollerweatherWhit Honea2008-06-13T09:08:00 00:00