Look-books: Christian Louboutin, Prabal Gurung and J.Crew

One of my favorite new discoveries is the website, Fashion Gone Rouge - a site that collects the latest in look-book campaigns, editorials and runway photos. Its a great way to keep up with whats new from all kinds of designers - big names, small names, ready-to-wear and couture. This week I came across two amazing look-books from Christian Louboutin and Prabal Gurung for J.Crew (that's a mouthful of fashion right there) - check them out, they are absolutely stunning!

For their fall 2011 look-book, Christian Louboutin collaborated with Peter Lippmann for a series of images combining the label's fall-winter collection with portraits that were inspired by classic paintings - its such an original idea to combine fashion - its own form of artistry - and true masterpieces of art.

Courtesy of Christian Louboutin

Whistler's Mother with a Louboutin boot

Courtesy of Christian Louboutin

They both seem to be looking so longingly at the shoes...seems about right.

Courtesy of Christian Louboutin

Each shoe is so perfectly coordinated to the look of each painting - you can almost imagine the ladies wearing them under their gowns.

Courtesy of Christian Louboutin

If I didn't know better, I would think that bag belongs in that picture.

Recently, CFDA winner Prabal Gurung got together with J.Crew to create a capsule collection - some of which are available on the J.Crew website now, and its simply amazing. The folds, ruffles, bows and piping are so well-proportioned and sculptural.

I have a crush on the pink top with the bow and black piping - not to mention the white suit. Not surprising he won a CFDA award!

Which look-book do you like better? 

xoxo

For the Love of Shoes...

Or, shoe porn. Or, some of the most beautiful shoes I have ever seen in my life. These are some of my all time favorites. And with my ridiculous, over the top love for shoes, to narrow it down to these and say they are my favorites...well, that's something. As Ms. Carrie Bradshaw once put it..."Hello, Lover".

Christian Louboutin, www.net-a-porter.com

That color! Those bows...I dream of these shoes.

Miu Miu, www.net-a-porter.com

If it's got a ridiculously high heel and it sparkles or glitters, I will probably swoon over it.

Christian Louboutin, Source Unknown.

Can you imagine a more perfect wedding shoe? 

Brian Atwood, www.net-a-porter.com

The color, the studs, the clear plastic sides, the insane height, Brian Atwood is a genius.

Source and Designer Unknown

I don't know who made these shoes, but talk about diamonds on the soles of your feet. I DIE.

 

Lanvin, www.net-a-porter.com

I love the look of the rock-n-roll snakeskin with a soft ribbon ankle tie. Tough but sweet.

Matthew Williamson, www.net-a-porter.com

Can you say stylish and ultra-chic Alice in Wonderland?

Charlottle Olympia, www.net-a-porter.com

 These shoes are hot. The vibrant red and the crazy exposed platform, with the ruffled wing-like decoration on the back? Yowza.

 

MiuMiu, www.prettystuff.tumblr.com

This is the kind of heel that a klutz like me would absolutely break her ankle in, but the little cluster of jewels is just irresistible!

Stuart Weitzman, www.stylemepretty.com

 Hot pink, peep toe, platform pumps with diamante decorations - need I say more?

Christian Louboutin, www.trulyfantastic.tumblr.com

Look how sparkly!

Christian Louboutin, www.weddingsiluv.tumblr.com

The detailing on the back of this shoe has captured my heart. That, and the fact that its pink. Patent-leather pink. Drool.

Christian Louboutin Spring 2011 Collection

 

Some days, you just need something pretty to look at. Today is one of those days for me. So, lets all just take a moment to appreciate and enjoy the pure beauty that is Christian Louboutin's Spring 2011 shoe collection. Don't forget to wipe the drool off your keyboard when you're done ogling the shoes. 

Yes, please, I would like one of each. Thank you so much for asking. xoxo

A Few of My Favorite Things...

Time to get to know a little bit about your friendly blog author. Herewith, a few of my favorite things...

1. Pink. Anything pink. I am a grown woman that still loves the color pink. What of it? 

2. Moleskine Notebooks - I am obsessed. I have one for nearly every topic I can dream up...places to shop, places to visit, notes for work, and on and on...

3. Bobble Water Bottles - gorgeous design and a fun and innovative idea. This reusable water bottle comes with a built-in replaceable water filter...in tons of pretty colors, natch!

4. Anything Rose scented...my favorite smell.

5. Macarons - pretty and perfect, they taste as lovely as they look.

6. Notebooks and Paper products - in addition to my Moleskine addiction, any cute or pretty notebook can steal my heart away, anytime.

7. Lip Gloss. I cannot get enough of it - every shade, with sparkles, without. From Lip Smackers to Chanel, I think I am currently carrying at least 6 in my purse.

8. Louis Vuitton. Classic. 'Nuff said.

9. Super high heels. Preferably Louboutin's, and someday, someday, maybe I will have a pair of my very own.

10. Cupcakes. This trend still isn't over for me...or my sweet tooth.

11. Photography. Can't wait to brush up on my DSLR skills this year!

12. Organizing. And if its a notebook with special organizing features like pockets, all the better!