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Officine Creative Bi-Color Dirty Calf Sneaker $477.90 Luisaviaroma.com

I am for innovation in fashion but sometimes some designers just have a hard hand when creating their vision with thoughts or should I say delusions that what they made can or is the next big thing.

Take for example this Bi-Color Dirty Calf Hi-Top Sneaker from Officine. This sneaker gives the illusion of fusing two styles of shoes. Well, it didn't work!  To add insult to injury, this abomination's price. I just have one question, why ruin a perfectly good shoe to begin with?
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Adidas Originals JS Mickey HI Sneaker $291.00 Luisaviaroma.com


Fashion is one of those things that we don't really have to take so seriously... well, sometimes. When I came across this Adidas Mickey High-Top Sneakers, I thought they are really cool! I felt like the little kid in me was about to snag them and skip around while singing the Mickey Mouse Club song. On a serious note, us guys don't really have much in our fashion arsenal that are statement worthy. Unlike the ladies, they have a mother-load.

These sneakers are a great investment. They are stylish, trendy, fun and nothing like paying homage to an icon. "M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E". Who wants to go to Disneyland?
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Crimes of Fashion: Dr. Martens by Raf Simons

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Dr. Martens by Raf Simons Special in White $206.00 Revolve Clothing


rafsimmons.jpgThis are the ugliest shoes I have seen for a while. Usually when a designer collaborates with another designer or brand great things are made. But not on this one!

It is quite obvious that cut-out details are not meant to use in all styles of footwear specially on men's shoes. I mean, what were they smoking when the 'powers-at-be' at Dr. Martens O.k.'d this design by Raf Simons?

With all due respect to Raf Simons, we are not that desperate for a hot trend. We are quite happy with classic Dr. Martens shoes.

This are more like a Dr. Frankenstein creation. Goes to show and I have said this before, some trends for women are best left for women.
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Smart Shopping: PUMA End of Summer Sale!

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Women's Sailing Jacket $49.00, Men's Ferrari Jacket $33.00, Women's Hi Traveler $140.00, Men's Vedano GT $91.00. *Prices reflect sale prices prior to any other discounts.

PUMA is following up their back-to-school sale with one better! Their End-of-Summer sale offers footwear, apparel and accessories of up to 60% OFF and on top of that you take an additional 25% OFF by using code: BTS0908 upon checkout. I make it a point that every sale event or promotion that I talk about on thesmartstylist.com is shop-worthy. I actually test the discount codes myself and see if they work. In this case, the code do work for sale and regular priced items. Sale ends August 31st. Happy Shopping!
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Just when I thought that there won't be any good sales this week, Banana Republic came through with an EXCLUSIVE promotion. For 4 days only, save $25 on purchases of $100 or more. So, you can buy one item or build up your purchase to $100 it will be eligible for the $25 discount.

This promotion is not advertised on their website and not available in-stores. Make sure to use code: FALL25 upon checkout. Sale ends Sunday, August 23rd. So, shop now!
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TOMS Shoes: Fashion For A Cause

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Clockwise from top center: Men's Canvas Stitchout $58.00, Canvas Tiny Toms $34.00, Men's Madras Rope $58.00, Women's Dickens $54.00, Women's Pink Strauss $54.00
TOMS ShoesYou probably have seen TOMS Shoes creator, Blake Mycoskie's AT&T Commercial. Every time I see that commercial I always get teary-eyed. I have to admit I'm a little bit of a mush when I see anyone helping children in need. Specially when it's through fashion.

For every TOMS Shoes purchased a pair is given to a child in need. To date, TOMS has given thousands of shoes to children in South America, Asia and U.S.
Aside from TOMS charitable work, their shoes are comfortable and stylish. Their fall collection is now available, one of their most stylish collection I think. Offering stylish pattern fabrics, rope and stitching details. You can even buy a pair for kids, which are so cute and adorable.

When I'm wearing my TOMS, it is comforting and heart-warming to know that a child somewhere is safe from foot diseases and other discomforts not having the luxury of simply having any type of footwear. So, let's do our part and help TOMS Shoes save one child at a time. Save $5 on your first pair of TOMS Shoes with code: FIRSTTOMS.

Smart Shopping: PUMA Back-to-School Sale!

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Campus Handbag $30.00, White-Striped Polo $25.00, Complete Trail 100 Sneaker $63.00. *Prices reflects sale prices prior to extra discounts.
I remember when I was young, summer's end always felt bittersweet. Summer may be over but I get to go shopping for brand new school supplies, shoes and clothes! Every store is having  back-to-school sales,  and it can be time consuming to see which offers the best deals in town. That's where I come in. I will keep you, my dear readers posted on the best places to shop for back-to-school.

One online store I highly recommend is PUMA. Starting August 4th to the 31st, save an extra 25% OFF on all merchandise! Sale items included. PUMA's designs appeal to everyone. Just look at a few items that I found shopping the sale. I love the fresh, hip and trendy apparel, shoes and accessories that I'm sure your student or perhaps you would love! No special code needed for the discount. Happy Shopping!
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Easy Rider Trek Sneaker $60.00, King Legends Jacket $36.00, Ducati Backpack $88.00

*Prices reflects sale prices prior to extra discounts.

Smart Shopping: Saks 4-Day Designer Sale!

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Alice + Olivia Mini Dress $88.42
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Dolce&Gabbana Shirt $149.17
Saks' Designer Sale just got more fabulous! Starting today through the 28th, save an additional 25% on already reduced merchandise. Apparel, shoes and accessories from top designers and brands like Alice+Olivia, Dolce & Gabbana, Furla and more.

Though there is a limited number or items on sale and some are one-and-only piece, they are still great deals. As you can see with the items I found. An added bonus though is free shipping is extended to ALL orders! Use code SFASUM9 on checkout to get free shipping. Happy shopping! * Prices reflects discount promotional price and are effective through July 28.
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