Fug or Fab?

So yours truly was browsing around on Saks Fifth Avenue the other day (Shocking, I know.) and there were several shoes that caught my eye. Mainly because of their similarity to one another. I don't know how I feel about this up and coming shoe style. I know where my leanings are but I want to know what you think.

Givenchy Lace Booties

Givenchy Lace Up Wedge

Givenchy Open Toe Bootie

Ann Demeulemeester Lace Up Boots

Anne Demeulemeester Lace Up Bootie

Max Kibardin Lace Sandal

So tell me ladies... what do you think of this hot trend? And it is hot because if you check out this page on the Saks website you'll find quite a few more shoes featuring this special detail.

Inquiring minds want to know. Fug OR Fab?

Designer Spotlight - Max Kibardin

The other day I received an email from Saks Fifth Avenue spotlighting new shoe and handbag designers and came across these gorgeous designs by Max Kibardin.  In researching Max I discovered that he is Siberian born with a background in Architecture.  Now based in Milan all of his shoes are handcrafted, some taking upwards of three months to make. With pricetags from $400 - $2,500 dollars, these are truly luxury shoes at their finest.  I'm drooling over here.

Lizard T-Strap Sandals 

 

Samantha d'Orsays 

 

Amanda Lizard d'Orsays

 Ankle Strap Pumps 

Ankle-Strap Sandals 

 

Peep-Toe Sandals