Nov 4th Election Countdown: The Populist Messiah Versus The Naughty Monkey

The Daily Pump Takes a Look Back at the Most Absurd Moments of the Campaign Trail to The White House as Reported by ShoeMinx

After all those months worrying about a train wreck at the Democratic National Convention, we can all relax. Everyone in Denver was on their best behavior. There was not groin kicking, hair pulling or name-calling. We heard Anne Hathaway may have hugged Josh Lucas a little too “democratically”.

Paris Ponied up to the Plate and was like, “Totally Ready to Lead”. We just loved the gold pumps.

Then Heidi Montag Pulled a Copy Cat Maneuver and Mounted McCain. Ew. One of our fav posts ever. But just for the Fendi Shoes.

Then there was The Great Red Pump Controversy of 2008 starring Sarah Palin, which ShoeMinx officially kicked off. We love being ahead of the curve.

And let’s not forget Cindy McCain’s $300,000 suit. Which was only somewhat nice.

Then there was something about Bristol Palin getting “blessed” after about 4 minutes with a guy named Levi and a good ol’ Republican Shot Gun wedding to air in primetime.

Oh, here’s a link to the Made-for-TV Wedding AKA The Hills post.

Which got Lindsay Lohan all Citizen Journalist-y - hot and bothered about teen pregnancy. AKA Cry for Attention.

Then there was the scary sight of Sarah Palin in a Bikini. An the Halloween costumes that flooded the racks across America. Anyone want to play Caribou Barbie?

Did we mention that Obama like to bowl and that we like Yes We Can shoes?

You want a transformative political leader? In Obama, you may have one, but don’t expect him to do that transforming all by himself. Obama’s good, but no one’s that good. For Obama to shepherd in real change — economic, social or in foreign policy, whatever “change” means to you — he needs robust, supportive social and political movements to tap into.

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November 2, 2008 | Filed Under CELEBRITIES, SHOE TYPE | 1 Comment 

Paris, Jessica and Gwen: Blond Bombshells Battle for Tops in Celebrity Shoe Sales

It’s OK to Admit Liking Celebrity Footwear Collections.

We all have secrets that we’re a wee bit embarrassed by, things that we’d rather leave buried in dark, cobwebby corners. Maybe it’s knowing all the dance moves to N’Sync’s song “Bye Bye Bye.” One secret that many share, but few admit, is that they actually like some of the shoes in celebrity collections. Women talk openly about their love for Manolo, Louboutin, Gucci or Prada in worshipful tones. But admitting that Jessica Simpson or Paris Hilton actually have some pretty cute shoes in their lines or that you (gasp) actually own a pair? No one says it out loud-it’s like gossiping about your friend’s affair in the women’s rest room after making sure all the stalls are empty.

Celeb footwear may lack the snob appeal of high-end designers but are certainly competitive in the heel race for consumers’ cash. Celebrity mogul Jessica Simpson’s line is the number one sales leader over names like Christian Lacroix, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Pucci, and Steve Madden. Harajuku Girl and designer Gwen Stefani, who arguably has a greater fashion footprint than Simpson, is second with her L.A.M.B. collection. Heiress of Hype Paris Hilton’s line is also reported to be doing well with her debut line; her fall collection was recently launched at Macy’s in Las Vegas.

There’s no way to know if women are buying celebrity shoes because of a celebrity’s star power, or if it’s simply a decision based on shoe design. Either way, a cute shoe is a cute shoe and looking fabulous is what counts.

Shop these stylish options from Simpson, Stefani and Hilton.

We love these ivory pumps by Gwen Stefani.

And we hate to admit that these Paris Hilton Brea Peep Toes are pretty gorgeous.

Check out the best prices on these Jessica Simpson Peep Toes at Shoecompare.com

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October 24, 2008 | Filed Under CELEBRITIES, CELEBRITY DESIGNERS, Paris Hilton, SHOE TYPE | Leave a Comment 

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