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).

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.

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.

My Best Friend Forever likes to tease me about liking “Signature shoes.” He knows about my obsessions, but has the bags and shoes confused.

The truth is, when most handbag designers do shoes in Signature patterns, it is a humorous attempt to gauge money from us. But these daringly-high-heeled Gucci purple-trim ankle strap pumps are impressive, even exquisite, in comparison.

You might think this gold Woven Leather Slide from Giuseppe Zanotti, with brown silk bow, is impractical, and only for the very extravagant New Year’s Eve gala, but I love it so much, that I must defy you! Yes, I say!

Why, for certain fabulous professions, you can wear these heels with brown dress slacks.

You can wear it in the Summer with luxe styles, complimentary in color and a rich feel. Why yes, for it matches the look of the Hot, Hot Sun.

You can wear it with your beige or non-white (good for you!) wedding dress, with brown bow accents. Why not tie a chocolate silk bow around your bouquet of peach roses.

You can drag your man out dancing. Wear a silk brown dress or a metallic gold number.

Oh, yes. Oh, yes.