SHOE WHORE SUNDAY (ON MONDAY)

THESE NEW CARLOS SHOES MAKE ME WET

Sorry this is a day late. I went for a girls weekend with two of my oldest and dearest friends and didn't get to blog because ... well, because I was tired, drunk, or both. I will have tales from our weekend later, however, which include an episode in which I got pulled over by a cop ... so stay tuned for that.

I couldn't let another week go by, however, without showing you the latest releases from my favorite shoe designer - Carlos Santana. Yes, he not only plays a mean guitar, he makes a mean shoe.

This first one is a beautiful wedge called "AMPLIFY" because it definitely turns up summer style a few notches.

It is available in this beautiful white with blue accents, as well as brown with orange accents, and magenta with green and blue accents. The wedge is a sexy 3 3/4 inches, but because of the 1 inch platform, it doesn't feel like you are wearing sky-high heels.

This shoe just screams fun, from its retro-feel geometric-patterned heel to the guitar charm that hangs from the strap closure. At just $69 they are also very reasonably priced - making it quite possible to buy every color - which I am tempted to do.

If "AMPLIFY" is too groovy for you, I would suggest this more simple and dressy wedge called "RADIATE." With snake embossed leather that seems to wrap around the 3 3/4 heel, it's an exotic version of the classic wedge.

It is available in this stunning natural-gold and also in something called black-amazon (which is really just a more exciting way to say "black.") Be prepared to spend a little more because of the reptilian leather, however - as these go for $110.

If you are looking for something that stops people in their tracks with both envy and desire, check out this sexy number called "CAGE." This strappy dress sandal is both unique and sultry, with a 3 3/4 inch stiletto heel and open-toed, sling-back design. In a word - it's HOT!

Available in black, silver, and this platino color, it is sure to turn heads. At $99, now you just need a sexy little black dress to wear with it - not that you will probably be wearing it that long (hint - hint!)

Finally, Carlos recently released these beautiful ankle-strap pumps called "FLORA" for summer that manage to be cute and flirty, and sexy and sultry all at the same time.

Available in this black-multi, a deep green, and beige, this shoe features reptile embossed leather for that exotic edge and floral embroidery with gem embellishments that make it sparkle. A 3 1/2 inch stiletto heel completes this sophisticated look for $110.

All these new styles are available at shoes.com for 15 percent off if you use promotion code "VISADM07."

Finally, some of you have asked if I get paid to recommend certain shoes. I don't. I don't get a kick back, I don't even get free samples (although if you are a shoe designer reading this - I'm open to the free sample idea, just to let you know). I merely write about the ones I love - from designers that I know pretty well, in hope that you will love them too. And I try to research the best deal on the shoes I can.

The reason I usually give you links to shoes.com is because they have the most coupon codes - hence usually the best deals. But I also love Zappos.com because of their larger variety and their free overnight shipping. Other times, I find the best deals at department stores, designer sites, or of course - my favorite discount shoe site - Gotham City Online.

I am always open for new shoe experiences, however. So if you have suggestions or comments, don't be shy.

Happy shoe whoring!

Comments

[Kim]

Good thing you posted, I was just about to put out the search party for you!

I'm loving the Flora design.

[Ree]

I think I have to pick "Radiate" as my favorite for the week. Gorgeous.

[HeyJoe]

The only way the AMPLIFY would scream fun is if they were pinned behind the wearers ears.

[Veronica]

I agree, Amplify does look fun. But thos Cage ones? Absolutely gorgeous.

[Jacki]

I too love the Flora design.

I get nervous when I see a cop car when I'm driving. The last time I got pulled over (several years ago) I was cited for reckless driving. They don't really like when you are driving 80 in a 55.

[Daisy]

No to Amplify, they are hideous, though it may just be the white that is throwing me off. I'm not a fan of white shoes for any reason. Yes to all the rest...love 'em, love em, love 'em. I did notice that there were no new flats though. :-(

[Sheri]

I am all about the shoes except for one thing, I was blessed with Fred Flintstone's feet. 7 1/2 EE. I couldn't wear those shoes even if I wanted to. Oh well.

At least I'm not fat---oh wait!!! I AM.

I need a drink.

[Elena]

Hi, CookieBitch, love your name! My friend Eileen from A Life Of Triggers sent me over here because of my obsessive and quite possibly psychotic shoe love. I rock many pairs of the Carlos myself, another favorite designer is Jessica Simpson (of course they are both doing knockoffs but at this point I can barely afford the gas to get to the mall, let alone a pair of Louboutins!)
the red Carlos featured in his new print ads are quite the yummay, as well.