MAY
2011 05

That Hit the Spot

These Marc by Marc Jacobs Spotted Canvas and Patent Leather Wedges caught my eye the other day while looking for some playful summer wedges. I think these flirtatious little numbers would look fantastic paired with a bright skirt on a breezy Summer day (I see a popsicle or perhaps lemonade involved), not to mention the Navy, Brown and White color combination is one of my personal favorite hue mash up’s (I’ve been watching too much Glee). Perhaps it’s just me, but I seem to have a rather strong affinity for things of a “spotted” nature. The Spotted Pig is one…

MAR
2011 16

Emma Watson Enjoys a Touch of Nude

Hermione Granger has officially graduated from Hogwarts, and her first order of business as a new master of magic was to do away with pants! Though I have to admit, if I had lusciously long getaway sticks like hers I would also show them off at the drop of a sorting hat. As a fan of lengthy locks, I don’t know how I feel about her new do, however in these photos taken from her Paris Lancome shoot she looks androgynously chic. I think this outfit works. Her adorable white lace shorts, shirt, tie, blazer and black hat culminate in…

DEC
2010 14

Shoes for the Non-Retro Girl Wearing the Retro Dress

Manolo says, one of the Manolo internet friends has asked the Manolo the question. Dear Manolo, I have been in a bit of a style rut as of late. My style is not unfashionable, but it is very…safe. Good-fitting jeans. Nice sweaters. Simple dresses in the summer, like a wrap dress or a ruched-waist sheath — nothing objectionable, but I have really not been setting the world on fire. So, I have decided to branch out a bit by dipping my toe into retro waters. Visiting a friend’s shop over the weekend, I tried on this dress, from Heartbreaker Fashion,…

DEC
2010 13

Manolo’s Super Fantastic Gifts for the Ladies

Manolo says, please allow the Manolo to recommend the few appropriately super fantastic gifts for the womenfolk… Last week, when the Manolo recommended the super fantastic gifts for the men, he suggested that the Amazon Kindle electronic reading machine, would be the most appropriate gift for gentleman. Subsequently, many of the Manolo’s lady friends said that this thing was something they also truly wanted to find under the tree. So, if you are the gentleman who wishes to impress the lady of your acquaintance, present her with the Kindle filled with the collected works of Ludwig Wittgenstein and Danielle Steele.…

AUG
2010 31

Glitter Brogues from Marc Jacobs

Manolo says, there is only one proper response to shoes this fabulous… Hand the Manolo down his walking cane… “So much rhythm, grace and debonair from one man…”

AUG
2010 05

The Red Shoes

Manolo says, one of the Manolo’s internet friends has asked him the question. I am in a quandary re. red shoes. I can find amazing evening ones, but not respectable daytime ones. I know red is hardly respectable, but it seems to give a nice jolt to a day outfit, if only one can find the right pair. Any thoughts or suggestions? Or should I just stick with red evening shoes? Thank you! Dana Since the Manolo does not know whether these hypothetical shoes of the daytime jolt are to be worn casually or professionally, the Manolo will make the…

FEB
2010 17

Ankle Strappy Flat Sandals For the Spring

Manolo says, ankle strap flats, they are in the style this season! Flat Ankle-Strap Sandals from Marc by Marc Jacobs Very charming, yes? The Illia from Kate Spade. Sort of semi-gladiator-ish, but not really. Thong Flat Ankle Strap Sandals from Giuseppe Zanotti. This one is the favorites of the Manolo, as the color is perfect for virtually any of your outfits, and is something you could wear until the very start of fall.

NOV
2008 04

Three Cheers for the Red, White, and Blue!!!

Manolo says, it is Election Day, and all super fantastic American peoples must now go and do their civic duty with regard to the red, white and blue. Here in the spirit of gentle patriotism, the Manolo gives you the American designers for this most American of days: Red from Sigerson Morrison, White from Taryn Rose, and Blue from Marc Jacobs.

JAN
2008 31

Shoe Trends 2008, Part 3

Manolo says, above you see the handsome dark navy and cream, mary jane pump from the Marc by Marc Jacobs. And yes, the Manolo has already announced that 2008 will be the “Year of Color“, but as is so often the case, there is the counter trend to the main trend, running in opposition. So, for the example, the vertiginous platform heels of the last spring were countered by the Torey Burch ballet flats. This year the counter trend to the colorful shoes are the shoes which combine white with black (or navy and cream, or other variations). Here are…

NOV
2007 16

Marc by Marc Jacobs, Pink Vinyl Pumps

Manolo says, the Manolo loves these pink vinyl see-through pumps from the Marc by Marc Jacobs. Rarely has the Manolo ever recommended the vinyl shoes, but these are so delightful. They are like pieces of pink confectionery –Cinderella’s glass slipper in spun sugar– to be gobbled up joyfully as if one were still the little girl.

OCT
2007 12

Manolo the Columnist

Manolo says, here is the Manolo’s latest column for the Express of the Washington Post. Dear Manolo, One of my husbands many cousins is getting married in October at a suburban synagogue. Afterward theyâ€™ll have a dinner reception at a hip downtown spot. I have found a knee-length shift dress with a Pucci-like print in fall colors (olive, deep orange, beige, and banded with black at the neck and hem). Please can you suggest something appropriate. Dee Manolo says, this wedding, it sounds like exactly the sort of celebration of which the Manolo approves: the traditional ceremony followed by dinner…

SEP
2007 25

Rat Shoes! Fish Shoes!

Manolo says, the Manolo’s internet friend Wayne has alerted the Manolo to two pairs of the unusually life-like shoes… Manolo says, perfect for the beach! And oddly preferable to the fishy Christian Louboutin monstrosities. And the next shoes are not for the faint of heart..