You may remember I talked about the heavenly shoe label LaRare a few weeks back, assuming that it'd one of those labels that I could only ever dream about. Well in the space of a few days all that changed.
I was emailed by the wonderful designer of the label, Nathalie, who invited me to a private sale in Paris. Naturally I couldn't go but Nathalie gave me the chance of a lifetime by offering to let me buy from the sale via email. It simply wasn't a opportunity to be missed. I was emailed the list of shoes for sale and immediately snaffled two pairs in my favourite colour - purple.
They arrived today and I think I just found shoe heaven. I chose the Cleopatra for it's stunning sculptural cut out wedge. What can I say about this shoe that the pictures don't already say? Breathtaking.
My other choice was the Monika ankle boot with the most incredible metal and wooden heel. This boot looks like a dangerous weapon but is deceptively comfy. The perfect heel height, the perfect rounded toe and perfectly ankle grazing. It will be hard to not want to wear these very day, which I can't since I must keep them good because this chance is unlikely to happen again unless I walk into another job before the next sale arrives.
Not being able to take part in sample sales is always one of those things that makes me quite irrate. That's right - irrate. Whilst it has made me get more creative with my high street and charity shop purchases, missing out on owning some of my favourite labels at a fraction of the price because of where I live is rather galling. This is why I was especially appreciative of Nathalie's offer...that, and because Amber the dog had herself another little shoe chew session. This time finding her way inside a shoe box containing a pair of Gucci sandals. She has expensive taste. It seems that for every two pair or shoes I buy I loose a pair to Ambers appetite for chewing. But to be honest, the Gucci's were worth sacrificing to have these beauties grace my wardrobe.
Queen Michelle
how lucky!
the shoes are indeed beautiful, the heels...
Posted by: yumiko | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:16
Such awesome shoes, really pretty colours too!
Posted by: Emma | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:21
Beauty shoes! If my dog chewed on a pair of Gucci's I'd probably flip out... you must be used to it!
~F
Posted by: Faith | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:35
They are both BREATHTAKING! So glad you were able to nab them
Posted by: Sal | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:38
*irate
but those shoes are beautiful! you have great taste.
Posted by: alice | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:54
Ooh, those curved heels are so cool! I wonder what they're like to walk in.
Posted by: Isabel | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 21:56
Those wedges are exactly what I've been dreaming about. I WANT THEM NOW! I'm happy you were able to get such beautiful shoes -- and at a sale price as well!
Ah sample sales can be overrated. You have to deal with hideous creatures that knock you down or take things right out of your hands. I think my old bat days have arrived. Cranky old bat that is.
A cranky old bat that WANTS THOSE SHOES! LOL!
XXX
Suzanne
Posted by: Suzanne aka Punk Glam Queen | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 22:04
wowzers bowzers, G9!
Posted by: Louise | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 22:17
they're stunning! lucky you!
xx-LJ from SOS!
Posted by: SOS! | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 22:17
One word: gorgeous.
Posted by: KD | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 22:51
OH MY! I've been lusting over the shoes at LaRare for quite some time. The sculptural wedge is absolutely breathtaking :)
Posted by: Bambi | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 22:54
Those are simply amazing; the colors and shapes are so...amazing.
Beautiful.
Posted by: Alicia | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 23:24
these are stunning- and the color? wow. my dog does the same and i almost cry and then i remind myself they are just shoes. luckily the last pair she ruined (the other day) were used and only cost me $10.
Posted by: amanda | Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at 23:32
the color is gorgeously killer
Posted by: sd | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 00:00
Oh my! These are amazing! I especially love the booties! So lovely & generous of Nathalie to offer the option to buy via email! :) I'm also jealous of those who get to attend amazing sample sales, as I am countries away from them :(
Can't wait to see you wear them! And I didn't realize you were unemployed again! Hope you find something amazing that you love very very soon! ;)
xx
Posted by: Brigadeiro | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 00:12
those are so incredible! LaRare produces some wonderfully unique shoes. I'm excited to see how you will wear them :)
Posted by: Jessie | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 02:04
Those are amazing. And what a fierce color! I'm jealous you had the opportunity to buy via email. Even though I live in New York, I rarely have the time or, let's face it, the unlimited funds to frequent all the great sample sales that seem to pop up every week... You always feel like you're missing out when you live in a big city like this, too.
Posted by: dreamsequins | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 02:21
Love those ankle boots, and can't wait to see you model them for us... Yum!
Posted by: Dean | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 02:28
Purple is always good with me!
Posted by: WendyB | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 02:29
Beautiful and purple !!!
Posted by: Natasha | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 03:03
excellent choices! those shoes are both so amazingly lustworthy. cant wait to see how you style em!
Posted by: tanya | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 03:07
Having a flash of complete shoe envy at the first pair-they're so beautiful Michelle
Posted by: Green Of Eye | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 07:42
Bless you for having wonderful taste in shoes. =) Please wear them... SOON! I will enjoy them vicariously through your pics. =)
Posted by: Elfie | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 08:09
INCREDIBLE shoes! I wonder if they go up to a size 10? hahaha. Truely delicious MIchelle - I await your style posts with baited breath.
Posted by: Carl Starling | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 10:22
can't wait to see how you rock these shoes with your outfits.....
Posted by: meredith | Wednesday, 17 June 2009 at 14:37