Great Gladiator! The Official Sandal of Summer 2008

Rachel Bilson and Jennifer Lopez Know How to Play it Cool

Every summer, there’s that iconic shoe or sandal that can’t be avoided. Last year, it was the espadrille. This year, it’s the gladiator. No longer merely associated with the likes of Russell Crowe, these sandals imply an effortless globe-trotting chic. They say, “Yes, I was born with style.”

Rachel Bilson, always the adorable trendsetter, makes the rounds in her Sam Edelman ‘Gilda’ gladiators. The best thing to some out of The O.C., we’re always on Team Summer. And while these comfortable sandals look fab on the young casual set, they also work for Hollywood’s glamorous.

Jennifer Lopez knows how to make gladiators look sexy, accessorizing her low cut, curve-friendly, crooning-husband-on-the-side look. Oddly, she seems to be dressed for one of those infamous P. Diddy white parties. And considering he’s the super-ex-boyfriend, she probably shouldn’t be attending such an event. Or maybe this serial bride just enjoys a good white gown. But we digress.

Whether you’re going for street style or head-turning glamour, pick up your own pair of Sam Edelmans on sale over at Zappos. Star style can be budget-friendly. We won’t tell.

Posted By ShoeMinx Reporter Nadine Bells

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July 26, 2008 | Filed Under CELEBRITIES, Jennifer Lopez, Rachel Bilson | Leave a Comment 

A ShoeMinx Tribute to the YSL Tribute Shoe

Celebs Show the YSL Legend Some Love

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Yves Saint Laurent was widely considered the last of a generation that included Christian Dior and Coco Chanel and made Paris the fashion capital of the world, with the Rive Gauche, or Left Bank, as its elegant epicenter. Chanel may have given women Freedom, but Saint Laurent gave them Sovereignty. The loss of Yves Saint Laurent at the age of 71 earlier this month signifies the passing of a true fashion legend.

 

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The “Tribute” from Yves Saint Laurent is adorned with a towering 5 1/2-inch heel, one of the tallest high-fashion shoes ever produced. Despite the height, Christina Aguilera, Victoria Beckham, Pam Anderson and Jennifer Lopez couldn’t wait to walk at elevations usually reserved for Las Vegas “dancers”.

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The Mary Jane style comes in four colors: violet, red, black suede and black leather. The slingback version comes in violet, black leather and green suede. Adding to the walking challenge - and the reason the heel can go so high - is the 1 1/2-inch platform on the front of the shoe. The sky-high heels are so popular that most of YSL’s shoes now come in a 5 1/2-inch option.

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Foot fetishists and shoe slaves alike worshiped this sexy Mary Jane as there’s nothing quite so confident, gutsy and cool about a girl who can get that high. The YSL Tribute also comes in a more manageable 3 1/2 inch version, if you’re a wuss. We see Pam likes to be carried in hers, while Jennifer Lopez and Christina Aguilera work the “Tribute” like they mean it.

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The Black Leather YSL Tribute Pump is available for purchase at ShoeCompare.com

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June 29, 2008 | Filed Under Angelina Jolie, Celebrity, Celebrity Shoes, Christian Louboutin, Christina Aguilera, Designer Shoes, High Heels, Jennifer Lopez, MINX MUSINGS, Pam Anderson, Platform, Pumps, SHOE BLOG, SHOE MINX, SHOE TYPE, Sandals, THE DAILY PUMP, Yves St Laurent | 1 Comment 



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