Christian Louboutin is known for its decadent red-sole footwear, but does that mean other shoe brands can't use the same colored sole? That's what the brand is saying, who's been busy in court seeking trademark protection on its red soles, which was originally granted in 2008. While the trademark ruling is still to be determined, a verdict just came in today denying Christian Louboutin his Read more
Loafers have experienced a major resurgence thanks to designers like Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, and Nicholas Kirkwood, who showed them on their Fall runways — and the trend is only getting stronger. Whether you prefer them stacked or flat, we think they're the perfect transition shoe leading up to chillier weather. For the ultimate nerdy-chic look, pair loafers with cuffed jeans and a Read more
The Fall shopping itch is coming on strong here at Fab so we're kicking off our shopping series with something we all love: shoes. For the upcoming season, we're raising our heels to magical, designer confections from the likes of Proenza Schouler, Isabel Marant, Chloe, and Jason Wu. Given, designer duds come at a hefty price tag, but think of it as your ultimate Fall investment. If these Read more
Since its inception in 2007, Charlotte Olympia has gained a cult following from shoe hounds such as Olivia Palermo, Caroline Sieber, Reese Witherspoon, and we're sure many more. For Resort 2012, designer Charlotte Olympia Dellal highlighted her signature two-inch front platform in a bevy of jewel-toned hues, glamorous gold finishes, and sleek satin — perfect for that girl looking to add a Read more
H&M seems to be focusing on homegrown Swedish talent for 2011 as it unveils plans for its next collaboration. H&M have just announced that they are working with cult shoe brand Swedish Hasbeens on a collection for Spring 2011. The label are famous for chunky heeled wooden clogs. They are produced using environmentally friendly materials in a traditional Swedish style from the '70s. Read more
Even though the snow has melted, I still can't seem to part with my sheepskin boots. I have a couple of pairs, but am always impressed by the way Emu boots cope with the wet weather. Unlike other brands, they don't get water marked and they keep your toes toasty warm. This January, the Australian brand is opening a pop-up shop for just one month. It's in London at 47 Lamb’s Conduit Street (WC1N Read more
Throughout 2010, there have been some amazing killer heels on the red carpet and on the party scene. Celebrities rarely leave home without their favourite pair and the styles often catch my eye. I love heels too. They look amazing and sometimes can be considered works of art! This year, Nicholas Kirkwood and Charlotte Olympia have been two names which just keep popping up. They join classic Read more
It's only December, but the UK has already seen extreme snow, freezing fog and temperatures lower than Moscow. This kind of icy weather requires some good, solid footwear which will stop your toes from freezing up! I have rounded up some of my favourite styles to help you through the rest of Winter. Read more
Last week, I was invited to meet with Mou boots designer Shelley Tichborne. To be honest, I didn't know much about Mou boots before I went except that Gwyneth Paltrow already had a pair, and if they're good enough for her then surely they're worth a look! Shelley is a New Zealand born designer who now spends most of her time here. She launched her company in 2002 with the blizzard boot and has Read more
Black boots are a classic, but sometimes it can be fun to stray away from the norm. You could brighten up your footwear collection this Autumn with a pair of blue suede boots. They come in a range of styles from bow adorned to sleek zip side. I really like this pair (pictured, £384) by Red Valentino. There's also a cool chunky heel boot (£120) at Asos. Will you wear blue suede boots Read more
