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    3/11/10

    ALEXANDER WANG FELT BOOTS

    Georgie loves this… because you can take a little bit of New York with you everywhere. Reminiscent of the epic skyscrapers commissioned in the 1930's, like the Empire State building, which remains an omnipresent feature of the big apples skyline, these felt ankle boots by Alexander Wang are the perfect injection of a cosmopolitan urban aesthetic. The tactile thick felt is well chosen, in keeping with that minimal trend that is so key this season, adapting to a more autumnal look with lace up detailing and chunky matte black heel. To maximise the sexy in the city look, team with some tailored cropped trousers, casual tee and blazer.

    WIth an every growing presence within the fashion industry, Alexander Wang relies heavily on references to Americana within his work, this season choosing the power mongers on 1980's wall street as his main point of inspiration. Adapting powerful tailored suiting for a new modern audience, marrying minimal details and sumptuous materials with classic menswear style, adding sheer staples for sex appeal. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, it is unsurprising that Wang keeps returning to a cool urban style that is synonymous with New York design.

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    7/10/10

    GUCCI SUEDE ANKLE BOOTS

    Pandora loves these… because neutral shades have set the tone for the season, and what would a new season be without a new pair of heels you can count on come rain or shine. Gucci's suede and patent leather ankle boots in taupe are the perfect answer, with a 4 inch heel and one forgiving inch high platform, they succeed in being high enough to make an impact, lengthen the leg and create all manor of other magical illusions only a high heel can, yet remain comfortable enough to wear all day long. A departure from the skyscraper stiletto heel that has taken prevalence in recent years the return to a more chunky version, akin to those of favoured in the 1990's is a welcome change, particularly thinking ahead to those frosty winter months and the stability that has been lacking in our footwear of late.

    Founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci, the Gucci company grew as a luxury goods establishment from a single boutique in Rome, to an internationally regarded fashion house and expansions through to the 1960's gained the family run company a loyal following including the likes of Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy (after whom the Jackie O bag was named). Following internal family quarrels, Gucci seemingly imploded in the 70's and remained troubled until it was famously rescued by Tom Ford in the 1990's, who injected sex and glamour into its collections and subsequently increased its sales by 90% in his first year as creative director of the brand. Gaining momentum throughout the decade, a highlight of which was the acquisition of Yves Saint Laurent, Ford continued to astound his audience with his women's and menswear tailoring until his departure from the Gucci Group in 2004. Taken over by Frida Giannini in 2006, Gucci continues to delivery slick high fashion to a worldwide audience.

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    7/10/10

    MIU MIU WHIPSNAKE HEELS

    Georgie loves this… because these delicious snakeskin pumps would have even Medusa foaming at the mouth. Made from the skin of the emerald green whip snake, these 5-inch fantasies boast silky smooth scales and intriguing depth of colour. Carefully crafted with Italian precision, Miu Miu has pimped the classic round-toe pump and is upping the ante with their choice of rare snakeskin, fine tonal stitching and a concealed 1-inch platform to add more oomph. As a true labour of love as well as must-have accessory, these beautiful treacherous temptresses are simply irresistible.

    The second fashion line from visionary Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu is regarded as the more youthful of the brands, even as far as the name itself which was inspired by Miss Prada's nickname as a child. Launched in 1992, it has established itself as Prada's cool younger sister, boasting bold inventive collections that are quirky yet refined. Most notably Miu Miu's shoes and accessories playful aesthetic have made them highly coveted amongst the fashion set. Often inspired by young, stylish girls working within the fashion industry Miuccia Prada designs for confident, career driven women who are not afraid to stand out from the crowd.

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