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Peep Toe Ankle Boots

They were impractical last fall/winter but get ready to embrace peep toe ankle boots/oxfords/shoes this spring. Here are some styles from top designer labels. I almost got those Givenchys at the Barneys New York Warehouse Sale were it not for missing shoe laces.

What do you think of this shoe style? Love it or hate it?

Paris Runway Fashion Videos

I’ve been posting full length videos of runway shows from Paris on the sidebar so go to the main page to check them out. Right now, it’s Louis Vuitton.

Splendid Saturday Reads

The weeks Splendid best!

Beautiful Makeup Search tells us why she wants to covet the new CHANEL eyeshadow quad.

Temptalia tells you what ingredients may be causing you acne or irritating your face!

Her Accessories is holding a contest to win a wee little rhinestone charm from Twisted Silver!

Beauty and Fashion Tech looks at new items and a great mineral makeup from Neutrogena Cosmetics.

SugarShock has a brush with greatness as she discovers the beauty editor fave product, YSL Touche Eclat .

Viva Woman finds out why some mineral makeup may pose strong health risks.

Style Manila spots a lady wearing a gorgeous Zara Maxi Dress.

Beauty Bento Box discovers an invigorating facial cleanser that’s perfect for traveling to warm and humid countries.

Tops 2 Bottoms came across a great shop find for shoes and bags!

The conversation over at The Space Between My Peers is all about Sweat Suit Alternatives.

Canadian Beauty has a new favourite foundation: it’s Estee Lauder Double Wear Light!

Shopalicious has found the perfect overnight bag for a getaway with the girls…

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog visits Shu Uemura’s Lash Bar and finds false eyelash nirvana, where the lashes are affordable and the appointment booking process couldn’t be easier.

Beauty Match reflects on how Lindsay Lohan is 21 and looks like she’s going on 41!

Indie Style File puts the spotlight on t-shirt designer Sam Trout.

All That & A tries to see if her hair is shinier after using Herbal Essences’ clear shine booster.

Style…a work in progress asks, “would you buy J Crew ’s $3,000 jacket?”

Shoe Blitz discovers some jeweled sandals and striped pumps that are perfect for spring.

Savvy Skin writes about the never-ending obsession to find a miracle wrinkle cream.

Laya’s EYE loves Sage Machado Candles.

Petite Fashionista searches for the petite with the best style, vote today!

ShopDiary thinks the YSL Y-Mail collection is pretty cool.

NY Spender plays pairs with Gwen Stefani and her L.A.M.B shoes.

Have a most splendid weekend!

Pierre Hardy Design Edition Shoes for Gap Now Online and In Stores

Still another designer collaboration to hit the stores this month, the Pierre Hardy designed shoes for Gap are now available online and in U.S. stores. Only three styles are available right now, including mary jane flats in black and tan, sandal flats in silver and tan, and three-strap platforms in dark brown and khaki. Too bad the gladiator style sandals aren’t available yet. And if Gap should learn anything about collaborating with designers, it’s that they should include the designers’ names on the products. I suppose the products should stand out on their own, as they should. But the reality is, people want it, if only to justify the higher than usual prices.

Free Shipping At Net-a-Porter

I’ve finally finished my project at work and I’m just starting to sift through my emails and blogroll. There are lots of good deals including this free shipping offer from Net-a-Porter. Just use code FREESHIP til March 17.

Project Runway Names Its Season Four Winner

Christian Siriano wins!

Christian, aka Ferosha Coutura, had the strongest, most high fashion collection shown in the show’s finale. Initially, I thought he was nothing more than an annoying little twat but Christian certainly proved himself to be an astute designer as the season progressed. Plus he was very entertaining. He even won this season’s fan favorite. Let’s just hope this doesn’t all go to his head. Congrats, Christian! That’s fierce! And as guest judge Victoria Beckham said to Christian, “”Rather than fierce, I would say you are major.”

Read a post win interview with Christian here. And of course, watch this video where Tim Gunn and Christian do a runway walk off. Tim got red faced and in stitches at the end. Hilarious!

Photos and video via Bravotv.com

Chanel Fall RTW 2008 Video

Here’s a video of Chanel’s RTW Fall 2008 runway show. Towards the end of the video, see the models sitting on huge versions of Chanel’s iconic accessories with each piece bobbing up and down just like it should on a carousel. Incidentally, here’s an interesting interview with Karl Lagerfeld. It’s worth the read, with lots of choice quotes from the legendary designer.

You’ve Got Y-Mail by Yves Saint Laurent

How cool are these embossed leather and satin goods from Yves Saint Laurent? Giving a nod to the nostalgic days of snail mail, the Y-Mail collection features the brand’s first official headquarters in Paris embossed in founder Yves Saint Laurent’s personal manuscript. An imprint of a French postage stamp and a YSL logo complete the look. Available in black, gold, silver and red (exclusive to Asia), prices range from $180 for a mirror case to $1,840 for a medium-sized tote. The collection was first released in Asia in January and will be launched in the U.S. this month. Colette Paris will also exclusively carry this limited edition pewter clutch (only 10 pieces made) that opens like an envelope and has Colette’s return address of 213 rue Saint-Honoré on the flap.

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Chanel’s Two Tone Legwear

Chanel’s two tone legwear seen on the catwalk in Paris last week look pretty interesting. The nude color looks unassuming when seen from the front and the black half gives a slimming effect when seen from the side. I’m not too keen on the logo but then again, it’s what probably adds interest to what could have been ordinary nude hose.

I’m trying to jog my memory if I’ve seen logoed pantyhose before. I know I have, I just can’t remember when… Update: No, it’s not these ones from Louis Vuitton that I was thinking of.

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