Love the easy elegance of this woman in a long caftan, a chunky necklace and flat metallic sandals. The image is of a woman in the Bronx on summer day via The Satorialist.

Get the look here:

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent ‘Starburst’ Embellished Chiffon Caftan at Nordstrom

ALAÏA Metallic leather gladiator flats at The OUTNET

DKNY Destin python-effect washed-leather sandals

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This summer, shopping inspiration is all about adventure and daring excursions into your inner bohemian. These bold print espadrilles are the essence of the shoe that inspires us to head to the blue warm waters of the Cote d’Azure, the Algarve or the shores of Portofino. Think sun drenched Mediterranean landscapes – white washed stucco villas, groves of olive trees, white sandy beaches and pure summer bliss. Pair these Theodora & Callum Biarritz Linen Wedges with an easy breezy tunic and you’ll be jet-setting to Portofino in no time.

Platform wedge sandals have appeared again for Spring 2011 after their debut last year when Phoebe Philo designed the trendsetting shoe for Céline in Spring 2010. The platform wedge sandal seems to have made its way again this season for Spring 2011 in these ’70s inspired platform wedges from Fendi, Celine, Marc Jacobs and Chanel. Ankle wrapped, buckled and color-blocked, this season’s platforms consist of various textures, colors and heights. Wear platform wedge sandals with cropped pants, mid-length skirts and hot pants if you dare.

Chloe Buckle Platform Wedge Sandal $695	Elizabeth and James Boca Platform Wedge Sandal $225	YSL Deauville Wedge Platform Sandal $695
Sergio Rossi Wedge Platform Patent Wedge Sandali $495	Joe’s Jeans Brenda Platform Sandals $195	Jil Sander Platform Wedge Sandal $449
Sam Edelman Wynn Mahogany Wedge Platform Sandal $180	Fendi Gisele Suede Platform Wedge Sandal $655	Jil Sander Muliticolor Wedge Sandal $450
Derek Lam Strappy Wedge Sandal $590	Derek Lam T-strap Leather Wedge Platform Sandal $650	Prada Patent Leather Platform Sandals $650

The Wellington boot or “wellie” as they are popularly known, were first introduced by the 1st Duke of Wellington in the early 19th century. Wellie boots are typically made of rubber, are waterproof and are designed to keep the wearer’s feet warm and dry. The classic wellie boot is the Hunter original in green. Today wellies have been stylized into many shapes, whimsical prints and colors – the perfect anecdote for even the dreariest of rainy days. Shown here trendsetter, Mary Kate Olsen is wearing a pair of Hunter Original Wellie rain boots in black !

Hunter Original Green Wellie Rainboot $125	Hunter Original Gloss Black Rainboot $125	Hunter Original Gloss Graphite Rainboot $125
Hunter Original Gloss “Pillar Box Red” Rainboot $125	Hunter “Interlaken” Black wellie Rainboot $195	Hunter “Festival 2010″ Black wellie Rainboot $225
See by Chloe  Lace-up Rainboot in Grey/Orange $150	Burberry  Rain Boot With Buckle  in Black $295	Sperry Top-Sider “Hingham” Green/Tan Rain boot $90
Hunter Original Tall Shearling-lined Wellington Rain boot $305	Hunter Tall Shearling-lined “Berkley”Wellington Rain boot $172.50	Jimmy Choo Crocoodile-print Wellington Rain boots $425

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Sky high platform cut out toe boots, love love the sorbet sweet colors. Would you wear these? Adorable with short shorts or a mini!

Versace Python cutout platform boots $1,995 at Net-a-Porter

Now in stores is the new Gucci Spring summer collection. My favorite item is the Gucci Parachute Biker Jacket, made of supple calfskin and threaded interwoven net and knit detailing with zip front. A nice take on the moto trend, a bit softer and more feminine incorporating some interesting details without being too harsh. I love the soft grey shade of leather. Gail Cuff Platform Sandals, a pretty wrap ankle style with a 4″ heel.

This goddess style Gucci Long-Sleeved Gathered Dress is classic Gucci, I love the thin horse-bit belt. It is a more delicate and refined than the all black spandex ensembles.

This season is all about sky high platform wedges, Gucci does them well because they are very sexy and very Italian! Check out this Gucci Clemence Wedge Platform Sandal. Streamlined and sleek.

As we make the countdown to Valentine’s Day I am inspired by the NYC restaurant, Sweetiepie. If you haven’t heard, Sweetiepie is the charming West Village eaterie created by of Julie Janklow.

As a child I was and still am inspired by fabulous spaces. This is the restaurant of my dreams! I am a fan of pretty, magical, extravagant spaces. Julie who also designed the space was inspired by classic eateries such as Rumpelmeyer’s, Schwab’s Drug Store and the Fountain Coffee Shop at the Beverly Hills Hotel. This whimsical West Village eaterie is frequented by Agyness Deyn, Alexa Chung, and Gwyneth Paltrow. This is not simply an ice cream and dessert shop, Sweetiepie serves Mac & Cheese, sliders, dollar pancakes, and an elegant caviar service. Cocktails are served at the bar and desserts are a specialty, with bite-sized micro cakes, overflowing fruit fooles, and the Sweetiepig, a giant ice cream sundae made for sharing! Yum.

If this Sweetiepie were to inspire an outfit…it must include these Lanvin patent mirrored heeled sandals! Sweetly shiny mirrored heels to match the floor-to-ceiling mirrors that envelop Sweetiepie’s interior. An Erdem black lace embellished shift made of salmon pink silk organza is absolutely appropriate – a classic silhouette with a layer of lace confection. Top it off with a fun and frivilous anniversary canvas tote from Lanvin! Meet at Sweetiepie for a cocktail…I’ll be in NYC during Fashion Week!

Sweetiepie
19 Greenwich Avenue
New York, NY 10014
212.337.3333
http://www.sweetiepierestaurant.com

Images courtesy of Sweetiepie

It has been storming here in San Francisco, for what seems like months (it’s actually been days – but seems like an eternity!).  Luckily, just at the beginning of our mini El Nino, I received a pair of Sorel Joan Of Arctic boots in black. I was sooo excited to open the box and try them on. I had read so many reviews online about the Joan of Arctics being hard to walk in, too narrow or some girls not being able to tuck their jeans into them. I personally have not had any of these problems. I normally wear a 7-1/2 in a medium width. I also wear a size 8 in my Hunter Wellie boots, and I thought that the Sorel Joan of Arctics might have a similar shape in the boot interior – wide and roomy around the toe and snug at the heel. So I did order the size 8 in the Sorel Joan Of Arctics. and they fit perfectly. I wear them with thick socks and I’ve been wearing them out and about and they are comfy to walk in on city streets. There is a large neoprene like fabric tongue inside the laces at the front of the boot, there was no issue tucking in my skinny jeans or leggings. I suppose if you are still wearing totally unflattering ’80s saggy baggy jeans you’d have an issue w/tucking in. I’ve even worn them driving and I didn’t have a problem with them being too chunky to push the gas pedal.  I’ll be very excited when I get a chance to wear them in the snow. If you need a pair of boots for a last minute trip to Sundance, these are it!

The Joan of Arctics are sold out in many of the stores I checked. They were completely sold out at REI in the Bay Area, but you can still find the Sorel Joan Of Arctic boot at Zappos which has free shipping both ways.

I’ve been wearing these snow-ready puppies with my J Brand Jeggings every chance I get. I love love love how they look. Totally fun and wintery fabulous! Top off your Joan of Arctics and J Brand jeggings with a long-ish loose fitting sweater like this Elizabeth and James Double Layer cardigan which is just long enough to cover your bum (or not!). Top off the look with a Burberry Checked silk and cashmere-blend scarf. Loop the scarf like I do by folding it in half and then putting it around the back of your neck and pulling the two loose ends inside the folded end. Pull to fit snuggly around your neck. Et voila, instant scarf chic!

Disclaimer: A pair Joan of Arctic boots were provided by Sorel for review purposes to StyleMaven, Inc.

Winter boots can send me into a total conundrum, sometimes I just want a comfy pair of warm boots when I’m in a chilled out mood and don’t have the energy for wearing my4-inch Marc Jacobs boots. These Australia Luxe Collective Dita tall sheepskin boots are fantastic with a pair of Alexander Wang Digital Ottoman ribbed leggings and an indulgent Pringle 1815 Wool batwing turtle neck. I love the shape of this sweater for a laid back luxe look. Top it off with a Rick Owens Blister leather biker jacket and Bird by Juicy Couture Cashmere crochet scarf. Try to avoid wearing shearling on top if you are wearing these, you won’t want to look like a walking ball of fluff. Anyway, I can’t wait to wear my warm shearling boots during holiday shopping. When you’re an endurance shopper like me, flat boots are a godsend. They’re also waterproof and snow proof. So they are perfect for trips to Tahoe or maybe even Val d’isère.

Australia Luxe Collective Dita tall sheepskin boots
$330 at Net-a-Porter

Christian Louboutin has brought Barbie (yes Barbie!) into his inner circle as his latest muse. The fabulousa footwear designer is launching a line of luxe limited edition dolls just in time for Christmas ‘09. The Barbie collector’s set will include a black hooded jumsuit clad Barbie in what looks very reminiscent of Eartha Kitt as Catwoman in Batman. Catwoman Barbie will be accessorized with four pair of statement making red soled Loubutins. This set is the first in the set of three and comes with a collectable agenda outlining the chic duo’s fashion filled adventures.

Which of Louboutin’s shoes would you wear as a chic cat burgular on a Parisian rooftop adventure? It’s hard to pick just three!

How about the Josefa 120 platform sandals (left) with detailed contrast piping? Or maybe a pair of Brigette 140 python shoe boots (middle) for your Barbie inspired adventures? If you are a fan of Loubutin’s classics, perhaps the Pigalle 120 patent pumps (right) are more your style?