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Happy New Year!

It’s amazing that very shortly we will be approaching a new year! Wow, this year went by so fast! 2011 was a year of change for me with lots of new experiences and lessons! I am  excited of the possibilities, new projects I will be working on, and utilizing what I learned this year and [...]

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Tom Ford Documentary-Visionaries

This past Sunday night, Oprah Winfrey’s network, OWN,  featured a documentary about Tom Ford called Visionaries. When I read about it in the New York Times, I knew I had to watch it and DVR the movie in case it was a repeat watch. Repeat watch it definitely will be!!! Mr. Ford is more than [...]

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Aloha! A Hawaiian inspiration trip.

My trip to Maui was above and beyond what I envisioned. Previous trips to Hawaii seemed to be a little slow for me, and after a few days I was feeling like it was time for me to come home. However, this time around Hawaii was definitely inspiring, fun, and eventful. I went to Hawaii [...]

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A Heel by Any Other Name . . . .

Last year I did a lot of traveling for work, Europe, China, Hong Kong, Portland . . . it seemed like if you named it, I was there. My travels ranged from inspiration shopping trips, to material shows, tradeshows, product review meetings overseas, not to mention fun and personal shopping trips. During one of my [...]

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In Search for Treasures of Inspiration…

Part of my research, whether I’m working on a project or just out shopping to get inspired, is to not look in obvious or conventional outlets, but rather hunt for treasures.  My mission . . . become inspired, learn, grow, and have fun. Last year, I had the opportunity to meet with Melissa and Brian [...]

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A shoe designer’s studio

Almost four months ago, I moved into my new loft. I was very excited because this space is incredible. Not only is the location amazing but the space is beautiful with fantastic views! I do miss my downtown loft. I also had nice views, the space was inspiring, and the grittiness was so much fun. [...]

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Great last!!! And it’s a pointed last.

I love the Acne tracker last. Just beautiful! I was so sure I would buy the Acne pistol but when I tried on the trackers I couldn’t resist! They are so versatile. You can wear them casual or dressy. After seeing speckles of pointed lasts in Europe last year, I had a feeling we would [...]

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My Paris Diary- Part 3 of 3

I am in Portland right now and it is freezing here let me tell you. Although, most people would not characterize the weather as freezing right now but this California girl is in desperate need of warmth right now. Being here is reminding me of my trip to Paris. I thought I would post the [...]

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Summer trends in Europe

It’s blistering hot in Southern Europe during August and September. Women all over were wearing their cute summer gear with of course… sandals . A few trends that I saw consistently were ankle cuffs,  gladiator sandals, clog sandals, and lots of bead work, studs, and rhinestones. Here are some sandals I pictured in Greece and [...]

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Inspiration trip- Part deux..Barcelona

Spain…the land of tapas, long lunches, amazing wine, and food that keeps your palette yearning for more. I love this country. Yes, I lived here and  I may be a little bias but I can’t help going back for more. This year I went to Spain three times. Twice for work because there are so [...]

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