Haute Historian: If The Shoe Fits…

Although heels have been synonymous with elegant women’s footwear for some time now, men originally wore them—and they were practical! The Persian cavalry—the largest in the world by the end of the 1600s—wore heeled boots on horseback because the heels could steady their feet more easily in stirrups (think: cowboy boots). When the Persians went …

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Chicago Events. Cynthia Rowley's In-Store Holiday Party!

Last week the friendly faces of Cynthia Rowley helped us get into the holiday spirit! Nestled into adorable boutique row on Damen Ave., the Wicker Park/Bucktown outpost of designer hosted a pre-holiday party, in conjunction with Skirt PR, with all the trimmings! Champagne corks popped as guests mingled around the snug, warmly-lit space, eyeing the …

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All About Facing the Shoes.

  Beyonce wearing TopShop's Victoria Face Flat Pumps. Odd trend alert! Faces have been making an appearance on all kinds of fashionable flats these days. Pretty much taking the saying of, "putting your foot in your mouth" to some what literal terms. Not sure if I would sport a face on my foot yet but …

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Fall Accessories Trend: Zip Me Up!

There's not much else to say other than we love, love, love zipper detailing on our fall accessories. Small doses of bad girl style goes a long way! Here are some of our favorites! Shopping Guide: 1. Giuseppe Zanotti Zip-Fastening Ankle Boots, $975 2. Botkier Marnie Lambskin Boot, $595 3. Christian Louboutin Studded Zipper Ballet …

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