Summer is a time for sunshine, music festivals, and feeling free.  This season, the fashion is no exception.  With an abundance of clothes and accessories to fit the trend, you can be hippie chic in time for the concert next weekend.  I’ve listed some of my favorite pieces for achieving this look on any budget.

1. Feather Earrings – The hottest new accessory for summer, adding them to any outfit instantly gives it a hippie vibe.  For even more of an effect just wear one extra-long feather.
2. Crochet Vest – One of the season’s most fun new trends, it comes in so many styles to choose from.  Long, short, or with fringe, you can find the perfect one for your style.
3. Cutoffs – What hippie look would be complete without jean cutoffs?  Definitely the easiest piece to find, you probably already have a pair in your closet.  They are available in every price range, or be daring and DIY from an old pair of jeans.
4. Sandals – Leather sandals complete the look, personally I’m a fan of the ones with fringe!
5. Maxi Skirt – Nothing says peace and love like a free-flowing skirt.  You can find them in most retail stores now, and many websites offer organic free-trade versions.
6. Woven jewelry – Even if you don’t want to do full-out hippie, adding some woven bracelets to your look is a fun way to incorporate the trend.  Etsy is a great place to find unique handmade bracelets and anklets to compliment any look.

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For Spring 2011 Loeffler Randall and SUNO collaborated for a small 4 piece shoe collection. Two of these shoes are flats while the other two are high wedges.

The Loeffler Randall + SUNO Audra Flat Sandals are a great vibrant pair of shoes that are available in two different color combinations. The first are a navy and white combination and the others are yellow, white and lavender. The pattern on the navy Audra flats is a mix of large polka dots with narrow stripes. Some of the stripes go through the dots creating a very unique look to the shoes. The white, yellow, lavender shoes have subtle stripes on the ankle areas and the foot area of the sandals has a yellow with lavender accent pattern. Both combinations feature snapped straps at the upper and ankle and covered wedge heel.

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SUNO Loeffler Randall + SUNO Audra Flat Sandals

Colorblock is a big trend at the moment and it is easy to find this look in clothing. There are some great colorblock shoes, specifically sandals that should be high on your must have list for summer 2011.  For clothing there is a wide variety in colorblocking, you can find plenty of shirts that have blocks of  different colors or you can wear a solid top, with a different color bottom, and perhaps a scarf or some other large accessory in another color. For shoes though, you need to find a sandal that has large areas of colors put together in a way that all the colors do not clash and no one color is overpowering. A sandal that is multi-color us great to wear with a solid color palette, either a neutral like black, white, or grey because it will bring in some color and” pop”. You can also wear these shoes with a colorful outfit, using a color in the shoe to pick up on a color from the clothing.

Bettye Muller Dizzy is a colorful and bright high wedge slide sandal with colorful blocks of color on the uppers. Besides the colorblock trend, these shoes also feature a raffia wrapped platform which is another big Spring/Summer 2011 trend. The colors on this shoe are bright pink, blue, and orange so they will be sure to liven whatever outfit you choose. The Dizzy sandals are casual and will look great with a pair of shorts and a tee shirt or with a casual, simple maxi dress.

Bettye Muller DIZZY (Murcia Festival Multi Fabric)

The olsenHaus Women’s Spirit Wedge is another great colorblock sandal that comes in two great color choices, a hot pink/purple with green as well as a burnt orange/lilac with beige. Both are great choices and it really depends on whether you want a bright or more muted color combination. Besides the colors of the shoe, I love the cork base for the wedge. Cork is a great material to wear when you are going to be on your feet for a while because it is shock absorbent, keeps your feet cool, and molds to the shape of your feet to add even more comfort.

olsenHaus Women’s Spirit Wedge

Miz Mooz Women’s Moss Thong Sandal is a very colorful and busy sandal with all the little squares of color adorned with a metal stud detail. These are a flat sandal with a slight heel and split toe. These shoes have so many colors so it is easy to wear them with such a variety of colors from your closet.

Miz Mooz Moss

Fruit prints are a fun and cheerful look for clothing, shoes, and accessories. Most of these items that have fruit on them are done so with a print on the fabric but there are some great shoes that have fruit embellishment detail on them. Wearing a cherry or a strawberry on your shoe is a great conversation piece and it will liven up any outfit. Even solid colored sophisticated clothes are given a bit of whimsy with fruit adorned shoes and sandals.

Camper shoes is a brand that does not follow others. Their shoes are useful, innovative, and creative. The Camper motto in fact is “A little better, never perfect”. Each season their products are a bit more technologically advanced than the previous one. Camper is all about learning what works, what does not, and improving where they can. The most important aspect of their shoes is that they are fun and creative. The fruit shoes for spring and summer 2011 are most definitely shoes to talk about. The fruit on the right shoe is different from that on the left. On the strawberry sandal the left foot has a solid berry while the right one appears to have a small bite taken out of it. On the orange shoes the right shoe is a solid orange with a leaf and the left shoe is a slice of orange. The sandals themselves have a unique lacing system that makes the shoes easy to get on and off as well as giving the sandals more detail. Camper sandals are very comfortable so you can wear them for hours and your feet will never hurt.

Camper – TWS – 21476 (Red)

Camper – TWS – 21476 (Orange Multi)

If cherries are more to your liking than strawberries or oranges, you will love the D&G Dolce & Gabbana Cherry T Strap Sandals. Available in a white or a red sandal, each has a green leaved dangling cherry duo on the t-strap.

D&G Dolce & Gabbana Women’s DS2971 E1336 T-Strap Sandal

Since these shoes are low heeled and have such unique detailing you will want to show these off so you should wear them with a midi dress or shorts so you do not cover up the fruit.

Everywhere you turn it seems like shoes, especially sandals are getting higher and higher in height. While these shoes are great to look at, they are not so easy to wear. Not only do you have to worry about twisting an ankle or falling, but the high height can put a lot of pressure on your feet, making it uncomfortable to walk for long periods of time.  The good news is that there are so many sliver wedge sandals to buy and wear this spring and summer that are very fashionable, but more importantly, comfortable to wear as well.

The Gentle Souls by Kenneth Cole It’s So Fun are a low wedge sandal that comes in many colors. My favorite of the colors though is the silver and gold snake print shoes. It’s So Fun are the perfect shoe to wear when you are going to be on your feet for a long time and want something that is fashionable as well as comfortable.

Gentle Souls – It’s So Fun

A popular embellishment for shoes is chains and the Black Rooster Digit sliver wedge sandals are a less than 1″ stacked wedge heel sandal with a chain decoration. This sandal is available in black (pictured), tan, leopard. and zebra.

Black Rooster – Digit (Black)

A colorful, comfortable, and most importantly,fashionable sliver wedge sandal is the Nicole Devious Sandal in Ocean. This bright blue leather strap sandal has metallic accents all over and is the perfect shoe to brighten up an outfit.

Nicole – Devious (Ocean)

The Circa Joan & David Bechira Sandals have a gladiator look to them and are adorned with diamond shaped metallic accents on the shoe. The Bechira has two adjustable straps for secure closure.

Circa Joan & David – Bechira (Brown Leather)

No matter how attractive a 4″ or 5″ high wedge may be, you need to remain practical at times and choose a shoe that will offer comfort and support as well as style. Make sure to click any of the above links to learn more about the shoes and see what other great colors they come in.

Clogs have been around for centuries and were originally created for workers to protect their feet at the farm or the factory. Over time though clogs have become fashionable and mainstream. Top designers like Chanel and Louis Vuitton have put models in these shoes to prance down the runways in Paris, Milan, and New York. As the shoes have become more fashion than function the look of clogs has changed drastically but the common ground for all clogs is that they are comfortable, slip on shoes though currently designers have stretched this definition a bit and created clog sandals that has a strap that needs to be buckled. Most of these new clogs have wood heels and stapled or riveted uppers which are common to a clog.

The Tuleste Market Brooke Rosette Clog Wedge Sandals are a high wedge sandal with metal rosettes on the ankle straps. The neutral color leather uppers make these sandals a great shoe for summer and will match almost everything. Though the Brooke Sandals have an ankle strap, they have rivets along the sidewalls like a traditional clog shoe.

tuleste market Brooke Rosette Clog Wedge Sandals

The Ash Vicky Crisscross Clog Sandal is another great wooden shoe with studded sidewalls. This shoe is more of a sandal than a clog and a great all around shoe. I love the crisscross straps and double buckle closure. This clog sandal is available in black and in natural.

Ash Vicky Crisscross Clog Sandals

The Giuseppe Zanotti High Platform Clog Sandals is a 5.5″ high sandal with 2.5″ platform. Like a classic clog the base is a solid wood and the uppers are attached with studs. These are the perfect shoe to wear with a maxi dress.

Giuseppe Zanotti High Platform Clog Sandals

The Diane von Furstenberg Flynn Clog Sandal resembles a clog the least of all the shoes mentioned. It is a great sandal with sidewall studs like a clog and does have a wooden heel but the overall style and shape of the sandal does not resemble a clog. The Flynn is rather easy to slip on and off since it has an elastic sling back strap.

Diane von Furstenberg Flynn Clog Sandals

All of these  great clog sandals are perfect for summer outfits especially if you are going for a retro 70s look.

Matiko shoes is a fairly new brand but is making quite an impact on the world of shoes.  Jesse Howard created Matiko in 2003 because he  wanted a shoe brand that took the quality, styling, and silhouettes from Europe but was mixed with the funky and eclectic style of Southern California. There may have been skeptics early on with the melding of styles but over time Matiko has established itself as a brand here to stay and is well recognized with its innovative shoe looks. No matter if you are looking for  flats, wedges, heels, or boots,  Matiko has a shoe for you. I assure you when you wear Matiko heads will turn and you will be asked all the time where you found those great shoes.

The Matiko  Rosa Flat is a bold, colorful, and textured shoe that catches your eye. This flat has a teal strap across the toes adorned with small silver studs,  two criss crossing animal straps, and a silver snake skin ankle strap. This sandal has a very small heel so it gives you a bit of a lift but is very comfortable and perfect for when you are going to be on your feet for a long time. These shoes would look great with a dress, shorts, or jeans.

Rosa Flat in Teal

Just because nude is the “IT” color for spring and summer 2011 does not mean that it is plain and boring. The Matiko Trix 5″ platform sandal is a great neutral color that has 4 buckles on the outside edge  of the sandal. Each buckle strap is a lighter beige faux snake skin giving the shoe dimension.

Trix Sandal in Nude

If you want a wedge sandal that has a lot of height and are also a fan of a gladiator sandal, you will love the Matiko Sela Wedge. This 4″ wedge sandal has gladiator straps from top to bottom and is available in silver and nude. These shoes would look great with short, jeans ( especially flare jeans ), a maxi, or a mini dress.

Sela Wedge in Silver

Perhaps such a high height sandal scares you a bit, well the Matiko Maddox is a great flat gladiator sandal that has a bit of an edge to it with the studding along the sides. These sandals do have a 2″ hidden wedge so they are not completely flat. I love all the buckles and the bright fuchsia color.

Maddox in Fuchsia

My favorite Matiko shoes are the Sachi Wedges. Similar in color to the Rosa sandals, but these wedges are a 4″ pewter snake print wedge sandal with cutouts and teal buckles on the shoe. These are a very unique in style shoe. The Sachi is also available in a black and pewter version if you would prefer a less bold shoe though with such a one of a kind shoe I would want to make it as bright and attention grabbing as possible.

Sachi Wedge in Teal

The Matiko shoe line can be found at the most exclusive of boutiques as well as some the largest department stores around. You can of course also find these shoes at top rated online stores.

Christian Louboutin to a lot of ladies is the holy grail of shoes. Christian first launched his Paris shoe boutique in 1991 and then making footwear history for becoming iconic and instantly recognizable by just their heels.

Christian Louboutin helped bring back the stiletto by incorporating style and design along with his signature red heel. Being coveted on the hit HBO series Sex and the City helped launch this shoe line into fame.

Today Christian Louboutin continues to make the most beautiful and amazing designs. Incorporating the latest fashion trends in the footwear industry along with the finest leathers and materials , Louboutin remains an important accessory to the biggest celebrities and fashion minded ladies.

This spring and summer Christian Louboutin continues this tradition by designing shoes that will fit with the best fashion trends including the 1970s retro look.

This year the look is big wedges , heels, platforms and pumps. Louboutin has some fabulous designs that only he would come up with. Below are some of our favorites shoes from this spring and summer and beyond.

First up is our favorite the Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle Sandals. These sandals are all the rage, with high cork platforms stylized with Louboutin iconic heel and design. These shoes would look great with a pair of flare jeans ,romper, long skirt (maxi dress) or cutoff shorts.

SUPER DOMBASLE 160 PATENT SANDALS

Christian Louboutin DELICO 100 COBRA TAMPONATO PEEP-TOES.These shoes are gorgeous. Peep toe cutouts in black and white snake skin. These shoes are sexy and fun. Made from the finest materials you will be the envy of all who beholds these shoes.

DELICO 100 COBRA TAMPONATO PEEP-TOES

Christian Louboutin Devalavi are another great pair of peep toe shoes. These though are sling backs with side buckle. The front are squared toes that give it that little style that Louboutin is known for. These shoes can be paired with a mid drift graphic dress or a nice pair of jeans. They are very versatile and can go with just about any outfit. I love these and must have them. These shoes are also available in a nice suede too.

DEVALAVI 120 PEEP-TOES

Christian Louboutin Daffodile platform shoes in suede. These pointed cap heels are 6.5 inches tall. These give you that high end stiletto look that Louboutin shoes are known for. This is a must for any fan.

DAFFODILE 160 SUEDE PUMPS

Lastly the Christian Louboutin Superball High Top Sneakers these sneakers are hot. While not the classic shoe that you think of when Christian Louboutin comes to mind. I am sure these will be a hot seller and sell out quick. Perfect with a pair of jeans.

SUPERBALL HIGH TOP SNEAKER

These shoes are so wonderful, I wish I could afford everyone of them . Make sure when buying online to be careful where you buy. Always buy from trusted websites like our partners and if something seems good to be true then it probably is . Check out the pics and links to see the whole collection of Louboutin.

Elizabeth and James is the high end designer and accessories company ran by the Olsen Twins.  Do not be fooled by its celebrity parents though, this line is a real professional clothing line that is in forefront of fashion.

Along with being known for their stylish clothing, Elizabeth and James are also known for their hot shoes.  With spring and summer just about here , now is good time to add a perfect a pair of platforms, wedges or sandals to your warm weather wardrobe.

Lets go over some of the most popular and trendiest shoes released this year by our favorite duo.

First is the Elizabeth and James Eden. This fashionable platform sandal is super sexy and fine . Using the finest leather these shoes have an incredible criss-crossed look to them. Along with a high heel making this sandal extremely sexy and refine.

Elizabeth and James Eden Crisscross Platform Sandals

Elizabeth and James Harp. These cork platform shoes could be considered extreme wedges. The heel height is very tall and trendy for 2011. The shoe is lined with a very comfortable suede footbed. and the cork makes it comfortable and light to be on your feet. These shoes are absolutely gorgeous and a favorite to us all at fashion urbia.

Elizabeth and James Harp Suede Wedge Sandals

Elizabeth and James Hazel. This footwear is a sexy t strap wedge sandal sandal. The design and attention to detail is great on this pair. It has wonderful contrasting suede platforms along with a beautiful designed criss cross design. Sure to be a winner this supring and summer.

Elizabeth and James Hazel T Strap Wedge Sandals

Elizabeth and James Blyss. This is the pair of flat sandals you want to own this year. These beautiful thong sandals are sling backs with an amazing woven strap. It is not always easy to combine fashion, elegance and comfort into a shoe by the Elizabeth and James Blyss hits the nail right on the head.

Elizabeth and James Blyss Thong Flat Sandals

This is just a small preview of the great styles and offers from Elizabeth and James be sure to check out the links for complete details on all their shoes along with their fashionable fashion line. Enjoy and be sure to comment or ask a question.

As temperatures rise, the flowers outside begin to bloom. All the bright colors make the ground look so cherry and beautiful so why not bring that upbeat feeling to your shoes. Flowers are most definitely everywhere this spring from shirts to dresses to shoes. Some people are not big on flowers on clothing, myself included, but there is something about flowers either appliqued on shoes or printed on the fabric that I just enjoy so much. A simple basic outfit is given a new look when paired with a great pair of flower shoes.  No matter the type of shoe you are looking for there is a floral shoe. Great espadrilles and sandals are perfect to pair with jeans or shorts and a t-shirt. That great dress you found fpr a summer wedding can be invigorated with a pair of high heels with a flower at the toe or heel.

The Ballet Espadrille in Bronze Leather can be worn with shorts , jeans, or a simple maxi skirt. Some sort of Tory Burch shoe should be a staple in everyone’s closet and most choose a ballet flat but I think this espadrille is much more fashionable and unique. I love the different size sequins used to make the flower and the bronze color is great as well.

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The Jack Rogers Fiori Jelly Sandals come in three different color combinations, black, pink, and metallic. All of these are great to wear for a casual day and are quite attention grabbing. They will make any outfit “pop”.
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Perhaps though you are looking for a pair of shoes for a more formal occasion and do not want a basic simple solid heel. If that is the case you should considerElie Tahari Olympia Sandal for an update of a black high heel shoe. Another great heel is the Badgley Mischka Lanah. This shoe comes in Silver Irridescent (pictured), black, white, rose, and sapphire.
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