Admittedly, I was completely apprehensive about a collaboration between Jimmy Choo and Ugg Australia. And can you really blame me?
While Jimmy Choo has created some of the most delectable sandals I've seen this century, Ugg Australia has never been a favorite of mine. The shoes are undoubtedly practical and warm, but stylish they are not.
That said, I pretty much expected Jimmy Choo to perform a miracle, giving Ugg Australia a luxurious and tasteful makeover. And umm, they may have accomplished it.
They adorned a pair of Uggs with some studs to give them some glamour and edge. Hmm...
Other styles, which truthfully aren't my favorite, boast zepra print and leopard patterns, and fringe and star detail.
They may not be as fabulous as a pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos, but they certainly are an upgrade for Uggs.
What are your thoughts? Would you wear these shoes?
Kristin Davis is simply stunning at the Sex and the City II UK premiere.
The beautiful actress opted for a vintage Norman Norell gown from Decades that evoked 60's decadence and glamour.
Her second look from Decades (Kristin wore a Jean Desses gown from Decades to the NYC premiere), the halter gown boasted dazzling gold sequins and an elaborate jeweled band below the bustline.
Kristin completed the look with Jimmy Choo shoes and lovely, voluminous locks.
Do you love Kristin's glittering gold gown? What's your verdict: is it GLAM or a SHAM?
Fresh off the heels of a stellar collaboration with H&M, and a surprising collection with Ugg Australia, Jimmy Choo has announced a luxury line of trainers set to debut for the Pre-Fall 2010 season.
Available in both high-top and low-top styles, the trainers encompass leather and soft suede material and come in cool styles like blue snakeskin. According to the website, they feature glamorous gold eyelets and star-printed soles as well.
But this isn't another moment where a high-end designer creates a low-priced line. The luxury trainers are on the expensive side, ranging from $495-$595.
Check out the styles below:
Are you excited for their debut? Would you buy them? Which one would you rock?
Ok, neither do I but Jimmy Choo is channeling the golden era of disco ball lights, bell bottoms and platform shoes with his newest masterpiece: the Zap Sandal.
Similar to Nicholas Kirkwood'sglow-in-the-dark shoes for Rodarte, the Jimmy Choo Zap Sandallights up in the heel. But these sandals are a lot funkier---and they only light up when you boogie down (a la The Real Thing...loved that song!).
That's right! These sexy, strappy sandals with a red platform light up when you dance, making you the light and life of the party. Awesomeness!
It kind of feels like you're in Saturday Night Fever when the dance floor lights up with every step, only the party is in your heels.
How much does it cost to dance Jimmy Choo-style, you ask? A whopping $2,495. That's a lot of money for a party.
What do you think of these innovative sandals? Would you wear them?
We all went crazy to shop Jimmy Choo's glamorous collection for H&M---and Ferocia and I (as well as many of you) walked away with jewelry and shoes that still get compliments to this day.
So why am I not as thrilled about Jimmy Choo's latest collaboration with Ugg Australia?
Though I'm in love with the new Ugg boots for men (don't judge until you see a pic!), I'm curious to see how the red-carpet glamour of Jimmy Choo merges with Ugg's casual, rugged aesthetic.
Another reason I'm not jumping for joy? The prices will range from $595 - $795, which is still way out of my financial reach.
The retailers have high hopes for the limited edition, five-piece collection, which will feature Ugg's classic sheepskin boot concept "with design details that embody the spirit of the Jimmy Choo brand" via WWD.com.
Spirit of Jimmy Choo? Ugg's sheepskin boot? Huh?
I can't imagine what designs this collaboration will yield. Still, if anyone can make Uggs glamourous, Jimmy Choo can.
The collection launches in October at select Jimmy Choo and Ugg Australia stores, select department stores and on both the companies' websites. Are you looking forward to this collaboration? Do you think the brands are a good fit?
Stop what you're doing now...no, right now...and run to your nearest H&M!
Jimmy Choo for H&M has finally hit stores and the glamorous collection is everything you'd expect and more!!!
Ferocia and I pre-shopped the collection at the Editor Event on 5th Avenue last night and were both in shoe-shopping heaven.
The store was transformed into a luxe boutique, perfect for a red-carpet fete.
The mannequins, who never looked so fabulous, sat on plush couches surrounded by sparkling jewelry.
The bartenders and waiters (who easily could be models) kept the drinks and hors dourves coming.
The incredible DJ, DJ M.O.S., spun the hottest records all night long from "Groove is in the Heart," to classic 80's Madonna and Michael Jackson. (One of the best DJ's spinning in the city---and that says a lot because I am a music buff and hard to please. Check him out on djmosnyc.com and freshistheword.blogspot.com).
And celebrity stylist du jour, June Ambrose, came out for the event and even chatted with Ferocia about how much she loves our blog! Umm...we love YOU more. Thanks for reading!
Can you imagine a better shopping party?
However, most importantly, the collection blew our minds. Our favorites?
An irrestibly sexy black minidress with shoulder pads and sparkles that scream glamour! An adorable black shaggy fur vest! (Both below)
A black/silver sequin oversized tank that Ferocia and I both had to have! A bib choker necklace with jewels I added to my collection that will elevate any look! (Modeled above by June Ambrose)
And the shoes!! While the thigh-high boots swallowed up my leg when I tried them on (taller ladies may have better luck), the booties and sandals were the hottest I've ever seen at an H&M store. We loved the strappy red patent leather sandals (the DEFINITION of sexy) but ended up buying the following shoes:
Ferocia scored these studded black sandals and gray suede open toe booties (below)!
And as I told you last month, I finally tried on and purchased my favorite cobalt blue patent leather shoes that look even better on my feet than they did in the promo pics (below)!
You should know something about Ferocia and I - we like shoes more than chocolate, even more than boys.
Example: Ferocia got stood up by her date (she'll give you deets later) and the new shoes totally made up for it. I've had the week from Hades (my best friend lost her job, drama with the boo, etc. etc.) yet my shoe purchases (from Jimmy Choo for H&M and the Louboutin sample sale!) make me happy and never let me down!
Retail therapy has never felt good. And we got a silver multistrand bracelet in the gift bags - amazing!
Now that you've seen the pictures and read all the details---it's finally time to shop! Send an email to theglamazonsblog@gmail.com or hit us on Twitter (@glamazonsblog) and let us know what you think about the collection and what amazing Jimmy Choo for H&M finds you added to your wardrobe!
My job is hard. Why? Last-minute shoots and impossible deadlines aside, it's SO hard to see, touch and even try on new clothes that I can't own, like the Jimmy Choo for H&M collection. I am counting down the seconds and minutes until I can slip my toes into these haute cobalt blue sandals. Pure torture.
And I want you to suffer with me.
Feast your eyes on the cool, 80's inspired collection of shoes (including these thigh-high boots I'll show you tomorrow, major!), jewelry AND clothing and tell me what you plan on buying when it hits stores November 14th.
Just when you thought Target was the leader in designer collaborations, H&M lands the deal of all deals: a collaboration with the God of Accessories brands, Jimmy Choo. This fall, budget-conscious fashionistas can shop like the stars, snagging red-carpet worthy Jimmy Choo styles at 250 H&M stores.
The coveted, glamorous accessories brand is teaming up with H&M to create women's accessories AND clothing, as well as men's accessories, shoes and bags. Tamara Mellon, Jimmy Choo's founder and president had this to say:
“We are privileged to be among the fashion greats who have been affiliated with H&M, to be designing a collection that will appeal to fashion-savvy, street-smart women and to be including some great pieces for men, too,” says Tamara Mellon, Founder and President, Jimmy Choo. “Jimmy Choo will bring a sophisticated, fashion forward, accessible, glamorous collection to H&M – the perfect party pieces to buy now and then wear out that night!”
I'll be wearing my party pieces by Jimmy Choo for H&M that night, and every day and night after, lol. See you at H&M on November 14th when the collection hits stores!
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