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Let's face it, not everybody can stay abreast with the latest fashion and style designers has to offer season after season. With that said... through the undiscerning eye, this Long Boot with Horseshoe Heel by Marc Jacobs would seem like shoe repair gone bad or you tried repairing it yourself.

The horseshoe heel is pretty innovative though and Marc Jacobs is in the forefront when it comes to new, sometimes odd heel design.

There's also the chance of getting stuck on pavement cracks or any surface the heel can accidentally latch to.
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Marc Jacobs Long Boot Horseshoe Heel
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macys.comRetail giant Macy's is having a great sale on boots and coats! Save up to 40% OFF plus an extra 15% OFF when you use your Macy's Star Rewards card. And if you're an email subscriber you probably received a letter from Macy's president with a special code that can save you an extra 20% OFF! That's why I suggest my dear readers to subscribe to your favorite stores' email so you can get exclusive offers like this. Happy Shopping!

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Calvin Klein Military Coat
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(l) Bandolino 'Carlisle' Boot $169.00 Macy's
(r) Anne Klein 'Chandler' Boot $189.00 Macy's

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7 for All Mankind Coat
$450.00 Macy's
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(l) Alfani Shifty Side Zip Boot $129.00 Macy's
(r) Frye 'Jayden' Outside Zip Boot $298.00 Macy's
Guide to Fall Fashion

Ruffle Your Fall Wardrobe

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Ruffles are commonly used as trimmings on skirts and dresses. Bridal gowns and ball gowns come to mind when I hear ruffles. Honestly, I never favored ruffles. I didn't like the unnecessary volume they add on clothing. And when one of my friends told me earlier this year that Prada is coming out with ruffled shoes and handbags, I wasn't a bit excited.

All my presumptions of tacky, hideous shoes and handbags, I had to take back when I saw the chic, modern and innovative applications of ruffles. I was guilty of not giving ruffles the benefit of the doubt and underestimating a designer's capabilities. So, I stand corrected. Nowadays, I'm a ruffle lover! I particularly love apparel that has asymmetrical tier ruffle design.Thread Social has a collection of ruffle dresses that are so chic! The silhouette, feminine and sexy yet elegant.

Word of advice, there are still pretty offensive usage of ruffles out there. Use your 'fashion commonsense'  when shopping. If you think a ruffle top is ugly at first sight, trust your instinct and move on to the next. Here are a few items you can use as reference when shopping. Have fun!
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Thread Social Dress
$595.00 ShopJake

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Prada Tessuto S Tote $995.00 Saks

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Prada Ruffle Ankle Boot $534.00 SALE Saks

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Alice + Olivia Ruffle Skirt
$440.00 Shopbop
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Vince Asymmetrical Tiered Ruffle Top
$195.00 Nordstrom
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The start of the holiday season is just around the corner and invitations to parties and soirees will start pouring in. Most holiday parties are in the evening and cocktail dresses are of course the norm. But not mandatory. Black apparel will be the color of choice by most people and there's nothing wrong about that. 

My friend Nicole (whom I fondly refer to as one of 'L.A.'s social butterfly queen') asked me what else she can do besides wearing 'bling' with her black cocktail dress. I suggested to add more sparkle! And that doesn't mean more jewelry. So, Nicole you don't have to wear a tiara or glitter. Pairing a cocktail dress with sequin shoes is a chic look for your holiday party circuit. 

There are a few points to consider when wearing sequin shoes.
  • avoid sequin shoes that looks like bridal or prom shoes.
  • if you're wearing a solid/plain outfit, you can pair it with either a one-colored or multicolored sequin shoe. But don't match your outfit's color with your shoes. 
  • if you're wearing a sequin dress don't wear matching sequin shoes. You don't want to look like a disco ball do you? 
  • Avoid multi-colored sequin shoes with patterned or printed dresses. Iridescent sequin shoes are ok. 
  • Remember, to much sparkle can be blinding. Sequin shoes should compliment your jewelry, not clash.
  • As far as price is concern, you can find a pair of sequin shoes that fit any budget. Remember, you don't have to wear designer brands to look chic and stylish. But if you have a sky-is-the-limit budget, might as well get yourself a pair of Dior or Miu Miu. 
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Miu Miu Sequin Mary Jane Sandal
$895.00 Saks

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Jessica Simpson 'Dover' Pump
$43.90 SALE Nordstrom
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Guess by Marciano 'Carrielee2' Pump
$98.00 Zappos

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Miu Miu Sequin Point-Toe Pump
$695.00 Saks

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Smart Shopping: ideeli

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Most of you may have heard or perhaps, members of invitation-only shopping sites and communities. To be quite honest, I was disappointed with the sites that I was once a member of. Most of them were fluffed! The site features, like top designer brands, deep discounts, daily sales, giveaways, etc. that enticed me to become a member of their 'fabulous' and 'exclusive' community, were nowhere to be found. So, I've been apprehensive and mostly ignoring invitations to join such sites.
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Just recently, I came across an invitation-only shopping community, ideeli.com. At first glance and the information provided on the website, I decided to give it a shot. And I'm glad I did! Expect to see deep discounts from top luxury designers like Michael Kors, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada and more! Don't even let me get started on the fabulous giveaways!

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ideeli is an invitation-only shopping community which creates daily online events providing members with the ideal shopping experience: privileged access to the most sought-after brands and products, often at privileged prices.

ideel2.JPGIdeeli is having it's Extravagant 4 Day Shopping Event! Starting today and ends on Sunday the 9th. Discounts of up to 90% off. Designers include Botkier, Christian Lacroix, Dolce & Gabbana, Missoni, Nina Ricci, Prada and Sonia Rykiel to name a few.

That's not all! Check out this amazing Barneys New York Giveaway. Ten lucky ideeli members will be offered tickets for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind Volkswagon Beetle, hand-painted by artist John Paul Phillipe, and a $50 Gift Card to Barneys New York. Better join now! This giveaway ends Monday!

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I highly recommended my dear readers, to join ideeli. Its every 'smart-stylish-shopper's' paradise. Besides, having to much of a fabulous thing wouldn't hurt! Have Fun!

Ready to shop and win fabulous giveaways? Simply click the logo to your right and use invite code: 'thesmartstylist'.
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Nordstrom.com launched Jimmy Choo's Resort 2009 Shoes and Handbags Collection. As expected from Jimmy Choo, chic and fashionable designs that are definitely must-haves for Spring and Resort 2009. Brightly colored strappy sandals shoes and totes are stand outs amongst the usual black, browns and grays colors. I personally love the 'Poppy' Strappy Sandal. The fluorescent colored patent straps and translucent heel makes 'Poppy' one trendy and sexy sandal. Unfortunately, most items from Jimmy Choo Resort 2009 Collection are only available to pre-order at this time and will ship as soon as possible. Also, limited quantities are to be made available. So, if you want to get a hold these fabulous shoes and handbags have your name on a pair or two pre-order now! Have fun.
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Clockwise from left: Jimmy Choo 'Poppy' Strappy Sandal $1,125.00, 'Monna' Large Tote $1,995.00, 'Prize' Gladiator Sandal $795.00, 'Monna' Medium Tote $1,735.00, 'Panama' Strappy Sandal $825.00. All available at Nordstrom.com

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With a couple of Crimes of Fashion, Valentino hasn't faired well here on TheSmartStylist.com. And just for the record, I'm not singling him out. I have the outmost respect for his creativity and consider him as one of fashion's most important and most influential person.

As for the fashion offenders that I deliver into justice week after week, they can be a criminal this week and a hero the next. Besides life is to short to hold a grudge on something that's ugly.
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Valentino Gladiator Sandal
 Pre-Order $595.00 Saks

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No offense, but I got tired of seeing flat heeled metallic gladiator sandals. They are in any and every store that sells footwear! Yet, oddly enough I've only seen a handful of people actually wearing them.

Heeled, gladiator style and cut-out sandals on the other hand are hot right now.
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(l) Gucci 'Marion' High-Heel Sandals $995.00 Saks
(r) Dior Cut-Out Platform Sandals $780.00 Saks
Valentino took away the bad taste, flat heeled gladiator sandals left in my mouth with his chic and elegantly designed sandal. By no means I consider this a redemption from the fashion offense he committed, it's simply Valentino being Valentino.
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Saks is having its Shoe & Handbag event where you get rewarded for shopping shoes and handbags from top designer brands like Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Dior. Now that's what I call a 'Win-Win' situation. And if you're to take advantage of this spend some and get some event, I recommend this Gucci Tattoo Heart Slingback, Gucci 'Pelham' Shoulder Bag and Yves Saint Laurent 'Lola' Satin Slides. Have fun Shopping! Event ends November 3rd.
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Gucci Slingback $695.00. Gucci Shoulder Bag $1,595.00. YSL Slides $595.00.


Coinciding with this fabulous event is the Denim Sale, enjoy a 30% discount on Rock & Republic, 7 for All Mankind and True Religion jeans.
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(l) Rock & Republic Jeans $141.40
(r) True Religion Skinny Jeans $120.40
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(l) Marc Jacobs Tank Top $78.90.
(r) Milly Silk Blouse $143.90.

And that's not all! Get discounts of up to 40% on designer apparel, shoes and accessories.

Personally, I have to give Saks kudos for these smart and fabulous sales... until I get my credit card statement. Here are some of picks from Saks.

Fall Finale Sale
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Alejandro Ingelmo's was able to achieve a synergy of metallic colors and geometric shapes without looking tacky. A limited selection of small leather goods for men are now available and the much anticipated launch of his accessories collection for both men and women is in the works.

A finalist for this year's CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, I think he will win! I'm sure we will be seeing Alejandro Ingelmo's footwear designs in the years to come. 
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Alejandro Ingelmo 'Beat It' Pump
$507.50 SALE Shopbop
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Alejandro Ingelmo 'Catalina' Pump
$215.00 SALE Zappos
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Alejandro Ingelmo 'Charger' Boot
$518.95 SALE Zappos
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Alejandro Ingelmo 'City 1' Sneaker
$625.00 Saks

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One word came to mind when I saw this pair of 80%20 'Dani' Hidden Wedge Boot, 'canckles'! 80%20 is obviously milking the hidden wedge boot design which is predominant in their fall collection. The calf-high hidden wedge boot are ok but nothing to go gaga over. 80%20 enough with the hidden wedge design, start producing some real shoes, OK? My verdict this is 80% ugly, 20% not so much.
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80%20 'Dani' Patent Hidden Wedge Boot $185.95 Endless.com  

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