Jeffrey Campbell Showpony: THAT shoe!

—Anjelica Lorenz of Mode Junkie

Jacket, trousers and blouse - H&M

Sometimes it's really only about the shoe.

When I dress up, I usually build the outfit around a certain piece—an outstanding piece. When I received the Jeffrey Campbell SHOWPONY, I knew that they were gonna be that piece.

The details blow my mind. Distressed leather gives the boots an awesome vintage feel as if they've already been used a hundred times over, and I love the rad loafer trim. I quickly thought of a theme! LONDON PREPPY. ;) Perfect, right?

Vintage bag with the Jeffrey Campbell Showpony

At first the two-tone boots made me hesitant. I thought they would be too difficult to dress. As I was picking out the outfit, I realized they go really well with everything, even with girly, floral skirts and dresses.

My vintage teacher's bag and blue schoolboy blazer completed the look! The boy even told me that if the Sartorialist was in town, he would have definitely taken a photo of me! Awww. (Yeah, dream on!) Who knew the boy knows of the Sartorialist? Don't ask me; I am amazed too!

I don't know about you but these shoes are pretty fall/winter—perfect in my book!

Le Bunny Bleu the Romantic Inspiration

Le Bunny Bleu unveils fall and winter collections of flat shoes.

1. Natural Beauty: There is nothing more beautiful than a woman who is confident in their natural beauty, without looking artificial. If you want to maximize your natural beauty, try on Le Bunny Bleu Carmel and Brown Basic Sharp-toe Flat Shoes. These lovely shoes harmonize with the romantic fall trends and enhance the natural looks you have. You will look even lovelier by matching Le Bunny Bleu with a flower-patterned dress.

2. Vintage Style: Fall into European Vintage Style with Oxford shoes (Olivia Lace-ups Flats). Le Bunny Blue Oxford, made with genuine leather helps you look great in both retro and contemporary styles. A pair of flat Oxfords is a great way to add an extra dose of style into your jeans-and-tee or skirt-and-tee outfit.

3. Fashion Leader: Leopard print shoes help you stand out as a leader in fashion. However, overdoing leopard may be more harmful than not to your fashion statement. That’s why a pair of Le Bunny Blue's Leopard shoes is just enough for you to maximize your style.

4. Trend Setter: A pair of Le Bunny Blue Boots is a must-have item for the “Fashionista.” Stylish, comfortable and warm ankle boots can meet all yours needs at one time. Why don't you try pairing these boots with baggy pants or skinny pants? Le Bunny Blue Boots will no doubt upgrade your outfit.

I love the Basic Vintage Items.

Enjoy weekend~

It is just refreshing to cross the water to Brooklyn's Ikea by Water Taxi during weekends. On Saturday and Sunday there is no fair needed for Water Taxi. Wearing the purple shorts and White Tropical Fruit from Le Bunny Bleu will make me happy~. :)

[Customer Review] From Riziki NYC

My name is Riziki, I am an accountant.

I love shoes, I love elegant shoes, I love stylish shoes; and above all, they have to be comfy enough to walk in them. I do not like carrying a second pair of shoes in my bag. Le Bunny Bleu/Askomi shoes are just as stylish as they are comfortable; you do not have to trade one quality for another. And best of all, they are affordable. I own a pair and I love them.

I wish she can contact us. :)

Our team members really happy to meet this girl in New York. She is from Canada.

She told me the city she came from, but I couldn't get it :( , and I didn't get her contact. Our designers were unhappy that I didn't get any further contact info from her. :(

If you see this article, contact me~.

Sean Connery Shakes Up Louis Vuitton

It seems famed photog Annie Leibovitz can lure just about any celeb with her lens.

The original James Bond once said he'll never appear in another film but he stepped in front of the camera for the latest installation of the Louis Vuitton "Core Values" ad campaign. The 78-year-old icon posed on a dock in the Bahamas sporting casual duds and a Bermuda hat, and lounging beside a waterproof L.V. Keepall bag. The photo was shot near Connery's Bahamas residence. Not bad.

He looks pretty damned good, too. And apparently, the image was the result of a test shoot so Connery hadn't even hit the hair and makeup chair.

The "Core Values" campaign has featured other legendary figures like Keith Richards, Catherine Deneuve, and Francis Ford Coppola. The new ad is set to hit publications later this month.

(Image: Annie Leibovitz for Louis Vuitton via WWD)

The Olsens Dig Their Heels Into Steve Madden

Looks like Ashley and Mary-Kate are spreading their design wings even more, this time collaborating on a line of footwear with mainstream mall staple, Steve Madden. The line will carry the name of one of their current projects, Elizabeth+James. So any thoughts? Will you be tottering around in some Olsen twin chaussures?

Eva loves Calvin Klein Undies!!!

Eva Mendes is said to be the new face of Calvin Klein Underwear…according to WWD

She volunteered herself into rehab to deal with substance abuse and personal issues. It's been the trend that celebs go to rehab and come out with several new deals. Well the Calvin Klein deal was in the works long before Eva went to rehab. She's also going to be the spokesperson for a TBD Calvin Klein fragrance.

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Celebs + Fashion= Industry Take Over!

Celebs are branching out into new genres everyday. From Fergie designing for Kipling to Chloe Sevigny designing a line for Opening Ceremony; its a complete industry take over. Well now we can add Rachel Bilson to the list. She's collabing with DKNY Jeans for a line this fall. Dubbed Edie Rose, the line is said to consist of sportswear, denim, and only a few colorful pieces; 15 in total.

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- Crystal Hines

Hot New Cruisewear

Vacation time! Time to head to your favorite sunny-spot and kick off those boots. Sun block? Check. Pedicure? Check. Sandals? Check!

Get the hottest styles in Spring and Summer 2008's most coveted colors and textures- glossy patents in lovely hues, and shimmery metallics. Lori's favorite brand? Yellow Box. Easy on the wallet, and even easier on the eyes.

Gucci movie in the works

Ridley Scott, who helmed "American Gangster" and "Gladiator," is set to produce and direct a biopic based on the Gucci family dynasty. Women's Wear Daily says the big-budget flick will focus on the meteoric rise and near fall of the Italian fashion empire in the 1970s and '80s. The plot will revolve around the late Maurizio Gucci and his nasty battle with his cousins to protect his 50 percent stake in the business. It's also expected to include the scandalous murder attempt on Maurizio by his wife, Patrizia Reggiani, who's now in the slammer for hiring a hit man to try blowing him away.

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Kirsten fronts Miu Miu campaign

Kirsten Dunst has signed on to front Miu Miu next season. The actress recently shot the spring/summer 2008 campaign. Miuccia Prada has always been fond of using celebrities for Miu Miu campaigns - previously casting Kim Basinger and Lindsay Lohan - although last season model Laeticia Casta starred in the ads. Miu Miu is set to expand further in the U.S. next year with new stores planned for New York and LA.

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Lindsay and Louis Vuitton: the end of an affair

From today's New York Post:

"Lindsay Lohan, who vanished after her arrest 10 days ago and is said to be confined at a California rehab - possibly the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage - was once in the running to be the new face of Louis Vuitton. But after a disastrous Elle magazine shoot two months ago, the luxury line will no longer even lend her clothes. 'Louis Vuitton had sent over some samples for her to wear in the shoot,' said a snitch. 'Lindsay kept shoving clothes into her bag, and a stylist's assistant kept getting them out of the bag, only to have Lindsay keep trying to take them. She ended up walking off with a very expensive shirt and some other items - which screwed Louis Vuitton because they were set to go to Vogue, W and Harper's Bazaar for other shoots. They were furious and kept trying to get their clothes back, but...Lindsay walked out with them and never returned calls.' The issue hits stands today, in which she's asked about the photo shoot and replies, 'I wanted everything. There was this Cartier watch, and I was like, 'What do I have to do to get this watch?' Reps for Louis Vuitton, Elle and Lohan didn't return calls."

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Jess gets into the swim

Jessica Simpson is launching a bikini line to go along with her rapidly expanding business ventures, which include a skincare empire, hair extension project, shoe and clothing lines and plans for lingerie designs. Simpson will reportedly debut the swimwear during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Miami next month. Featuring skimpy bikinis and more modest one-piece suits, the designs will be shown on models personally selected by the singer.

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Posh shows her diva side

Rumors are rampant that there was trouble behind the seams of Victoria Beckham's new denim line, dVb. The Spice Girl alum spoke few words to the press at last Thursday's grand unveiling at Saks last Thursday, saying the new jeans were "wonderful" and she was "so excited" to be involved. Beckham was no joy to work with, according to insiders. "The partnership with Rock & Republic was terminated," said an insider close to the label. "Victoria was horrible to work with - indecisive and inconsistent and generally not present at all. She attached her name to it but didn't want to do any of the work - unless she was promoting the line in front of the cameras, of course."

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Ashley Judd to debut budget fashion label

Actress Ashley Judd will launch a clothing line this fall. "I'm thrilled to be involved in a clothing line that provides simple, lovely solutions for women's wardrobes," Judd said of her new gig. Her budget fashions were created in a joint venture with Goody's Family Clothing.

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The CFDA Fashion Awards

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Kate Bosworth, Elisha Cuthbert, Claire Danes


Ashley Olsen, Debra Messing, Chloe Sevigny


Eva Mendes, Heidi Klum, Mary-Kate Olsen, Uma Thurman

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Audrey Tautou to play Coco Chanel

French actress Audrey Tautou will play Coco Chanel in an upcoming biopic about the designer. The $15 million film was conceived with Tautou in mind. "[The producer] said she would only make a film about Chanel is Audrey was the lead," says an insider. "They met and both liked the idea." The script, will focuses on the legendary designer's childhood and early adult years, was adapted from the Chanel biography L'Irreguliere, and production is slated to begin early next year. "It isn't really a biopic because it is about Chanel before she became famous - it is about the events and people that shaped her," said the insider. Chanel was born into poverty and learned to sew in a Catholic orphanage after her mother died and she was abandoned by her father. As a young woman, Chanel had dreams of becoming a singer and first acquired the nickname Coco while singing "Who's Seen Coco in the Trocadero" in a cabaret.

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We'll still see Gisele in her skivvies

Gisele Bundchen is eagerly awaiting the termination of her contract with Victoria's Secret - the leggy supermodel has a new deal on the table. Bundchen is "negotiating a lingerie line" with retailer H&M, according to a source. "Gisele has been in talks with H&M for a long time, but for legal issues she has to wait for her Victoria's Secret contract to end to start the project." Bundchen's reps have not commented.

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