Born Too Blog: Shoeicide

March 2, 2012

Fashion Spotlight: Jeffrey Campbell Shoes

I must admit that I missed the style train as I was seemingly late in hearing about Jeffrey Campbell and his shoe line early last year. I was introduced to his line by a follower on Twitter and have been in love ever since. Many fashionistas are probably already hip to him and have a few of his shoes in their closets, but I was pretty sure that if I just recently heard about him early last year, that there were probably others who had yet to be graced by his funky flare.

Jeffrey Campbell started its fashionable journey in 2001 based out of Los Angeles and contributes the success of the brand to keeping a small team and business environment. In the last 11 years the company has experienced exponential success as they continue to fuse street and vintage chic ideals and energy into each and every design. Whether its a girly hipster floral print or boasts a dominatrix, black patent leather with spikes type of feel, there is something for everyone.

I snagged a few pictures of some of my favorite designs. CHECK IT OUT:

So as you see from the pictorial above, there is something for everyone. Whether you're a hippie/retro chick or a slick fashionista, Jeffrey Campbell has something energetic and fly to fit every mood. And this line is not your typical celebrity line. To quote the man himself, “Our end line consumers have a strong sense of style... and do not need some celebrity or a magazine to teach them how to dress.” A shoe line after my own heart. Check out the website for their blog, collections and more on the company at http://www.jeffreycampbellshoes.com/.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!!

March 4, 2011

Pain is Beauty: Shoeicide

We all love rapper Fabolous' reference to the pain that women go through to have a mean shoe game. He calls it "Shoeicide" and describes a "killer shoe game as a pair of homis" (as in homicide). I personally believe that shoes can make or break an outfit and are probably the most important accessory a woman can wear. Shoes have stepped out in the forefront and taken the spotlight of most women's wardrobes. It seems that fashionistas are always on the hunt for that KILLER SHOE.

The sad part is, the hotter the shoe, the more it kills your feet, but us women are used to enduring pain in the name of beauty. My mother always told me to be sure to wear the proper size and to take good care of my feet (no bunions here *wink*), but I am constantly questioning the level of pain I am willing to endur to keep my shoe game tight. Heels affect our posture and our ability to walk properly, so its important to seek comfort and style. With that being said, lets check out some killer styles that women are rocking right now: