New Look:  Fashion Forward, Or Not So Much?

We feel like belting out a chorus of Etta James’ classic, “At Last.”  Just in time to promote her greatest-hits album, pop star Christina Aguilera has finally ditched her Marilyn Monroe schtick and let down her platinum pin curls.  From naughty teen-dream genie to dirrty twisted sister to Vargas Girl, Christina has reinvented herself as a sexy sci-fi siren. Or more aptly, Judy Jetson-Gone-Wild-At-The-MAC-Counter. To infinity and beyond!

Similiarly, Christina seems to found her fashion inspiration somewhere in the Galactic Cosmos of Over-the-Top.  The singer hit the red carpet in Merry Old England for the Africa Rising fest decked out in Lohan-esque leggings and a hypnotic Pucci print.  Seriously, stare at the crazy Rorschach-like pattern long enough and you’ll start remembering repressed memories from your childhood. But after your eyes adjust from the visual assault of the hair, the full-on make-up and the day-glow get-up, check out the awesomeness of her purple YSL platforms.  How is it that such a pretty woman keeps dressing so poorly yet always rocks a great shoe?

Christina, you managed to stay on your A-game while Britney went crazy and Jessica went country, you have a seemingly happy marriage + adorable baby, and have avoided flashing any of your lady parts on TMZ.  Quit trying so hard! Now go scrub your cheeks, so we can see your pretty face.

Dress an attention-getting personality in a bold purple shoe, like these Jobi heels from JLo. Shop for more shades of purple and shoe styles at ShoeCompare.com. And remember, when it comes to a statement shoe, accessorizing less is more (we’re looking at you Christina . . .).

Posted By ShoeMinx Kitten Paige Muller

Fabulous Designer Shoes + Tax-Deductible =

Shoe Nirvana!

Known for his million dollar Oscar shoes and classic high-end designs, Stuart Weitzman’s sumptuous pumps and studded stilettos literally make headlines. Now the designer is combining Hollywood’s star power and stylish shoes to shine the spotlight on a worthy cause - ovarian cancer. Twenty-nine notable names from film, sports and music have donned their creative caps and customized a pair of Stuart Weitzman pumps for the annual Stuart Weitzman Annual Celebrity Shoe Auction.

After the fuss she kicked up about Weitzman’s “Cinderella” shoes at last year’s Oscars, don’t look for Juno scribe Diablo Cody to be among the charitable do-gooders. Online bidding is open until September 30^th. Shop happy - 100% of the proceeds go directly to support ovarian cancer research.

With more than 200 pairs in her custom walk-in closet, high-heel devotee and “Desperate Housewives” star Eva Longoria paid homage to her love of designer footwear with a Prada-esque shoe accessorized with a bouffant bow and on-trend heel embellishment.

Jessica Simpson knows a thing or two about shoes.  The Come on Over country singer and shoe designer fashioned a gorgeous “Moulin Rouge” beaded red heel with black ribbon and lace. ShoeMinx is not ashamed to admit that our credit card is at the ready if a more polished version of this shoe finds its way to her shoe collection (hint, hint).

Paris Hilton isn’t the only heiress who can work a pair of heels. Ivanka Trump showed off her impeccable sense of style with an elegant crystal adorned design worthy of any red carpet.

From former “O.C.” star Rachel Bilson, a whimsical pair themed “Feathers” with her signature flair for dare-to-be different footwear. ShoeMinx can totally imagine Sarah Jessica Parker in these for the Sex and the City movie sequel.  Pssst Patricia, the opening bid is a steal at only $300.

Who knew Hollywood was such a well-spring of shoe design talent?  This auction is like a celebrity edition of “America’s Got Talent.” Creating haute heels for a chance to become the next Jimmy Choo or Manolo Blahnik: now that’s a reality show we would definitely tune in to watch.

Other celebrity designers include:  Ashlee Simpson, Blake Lively, Christie Brinkley, Danica Patrick, Denise Richards, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Ginnifer Goodwin, Hilary Duff, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Jamie King, Janet Jackson, Jessica Alba, Joy Bryant, Kiefer Sutherland, Kim Raver, Kristen Bell, Leelee Sobieski, Leighton Meester, Michelle Trachtenberg, Rose Byrne, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Serena Williams, Susan Sarandon and Zooey Deschanel.

Get the celebrity attention you deserve in these flirty gold “Submit” sandals. Shop for more of Stuart Weitzman’s sophisticated styles at ShoeCompare.com.

Posted by ShoeMinx Sage Paige Muller