High-Fashion High

It’s a Mirror-acle!

Admit it. You’re a bit of a narcissist. From your computer’s screensaver (you in Agent Provocateur) to your ring tone (“I Know What Boys Like”) to your license plate (FXY-LDY), you’re your number one fan. So, when Gucci introduced it’s latest line of accessories- heels and handbags bedecked with triangular mini-mirrors- you were first on the list. A collection of suede platform sandals, tasseled hobos and chrome-plated clutches, they’re the first fashions that let you take a look at your sexy self while catapulting your already-stellar style. And, just think- you can finally get your Tom Ford shades back from your friend; she never stood still long enough for you to apply your lip plumper anyway.

Available at neimanmarcus.com.

Until this season’s ready-to-wear showings, clear accessories could be found only in establishments called Scores or Crazy Horse. But, thanks to such high fashion frontrunners as Pucci, Chanel and YSL, there is a window of opportunity for the designer-clad and fully-clothed set to sport the transparent trend. From the Lucite-and-patent-paired platforms at Dolce & Gabbana to the luxe, leather-trimmed totes at Fendi, today’s see-through extras are surprisingly chic and not-so-surprisingly sexy. Just remember- when matching sheer shoes to a peek-a-boo bag, keep your small bills stashed in a wallet. You wouldn’t want to confuse anyone.

Get the Look: Fendi’s B. Mix Large Transparent Bag is available at eluxury.com ($1580).

Genuine fur hugging your lower to mid thigh. A designer shoe enfolding most of your hidden leg. Fabulous with every step. A mini above it in the snow?

If you’re just that to woman whom this appeals then you probably don’t even need the sale to $748 from $1,495 - but it’s there and it’s good.

Then there’s the more classic shearling knee boot. A “granny” style, if you must. This time in light colours with shearling lining the edges. Tell the Ugg wearers to take that! Who needs comfort? This shoe’s $725 for encouragement toward the end of the season.

Exclusively sold at Neiman Marcus online, this leopard-printed suede boot by Manolo Blahnik is luxurious and trendy for Autumn. With a 4 1/5″ covered heel, this boot named “Lace Suede” is $790.

Think of how fabulous the lady is walking the city streets in these. She’s nothing less.

This is fabulous shoe overdrive! These Christian Lacroix Crystal Wedges are beyond ultimate luxury … they’re insane!

Genuine crystals on a 4 inch high wedge heel, plus a satin bow on the ankle strap. Is it just too much?

It’s all shoe candy fun, plus I really love the checked lining. They retail for $1,636.31.

As sophisticated as can be is this Embroidered Linen Sandal by Manolo Blahnik, with a multicolored jewel upper. Ohh it looks as though there are blush pearls and navy blue stones! Plus that Blahnik-styled slingback halter, ohh I love you, dear Regina! With a 3 ½” heel on this piece of Italian luxury, it’s priced at $645.

Is this Summer or Fall? It’s a boot, but it has a butterfly. It’s the color of an Autumn leaf, but it has cool & breathable cut-out leather. Perhaps it’s for those in between days. All I know is, I’m happy to see a boot right now, for I love them. That doesn’t mean I’m generally excited to see the Autumn warmth needed in clothes. Oh, no, but I do love the seasonal wardrobe change and flexibility. In some areas, such pieces aren’t allowed—shame!

Get these very IT Leather Butterfly Boots by Anna Sui at Net-a-Porter for $712.52.

For luxurious summer nights, why not bronze-leaf sandals for evening? Be a natural beauty without being a nature buff; keep your greens metallic! This Giuseppe Zanotti Metallic Leaf Slide is just so divine—the more I look at the large picture, the more I can’t stand it!

What could be more fabulous than a leopard-skin printed suede? Well, it’s on a Manolo Blahnik Mary Jane, so it’s indeed the best of Italian luxury, as well as a modern classic.

This 3 1/2″ heel is $545.

These Peep-Toe “Papillon” Pumps by Etro are just the sweetest, loveliest shoes I have seen! I love that contrast and the choice of sophisticated red and pale, pale green (yes!). I love that they’re made of canvas, and of course I love the suede fringe atop the peep-toe. I even love the shiny purple leather insole!

You’ll love that they’re on sale! at eLUXURY.