fashion porn

I am realizing this blog is becoming a forum for fashion porn. I need to find a job à la Who What Wear or doing fashion trend reporting of some kind.

I am currently obsessing over a staple in my wardrobe: the nude pump.

Everyone should own a great pair.

I have a personal fondness for patent leather, peep-toe, sling-backs. My standbys meet this description. However, I have worn them to death and need a new pair.

Unfortunately, Nine West only made these beauties for one season.

In fashion, if you find a basic you love BUY MORE. It will always disappear if you don't.

Then I stumbled upon the most beautiful replacement (and upgrade).

{Pour La Victoire via Bloomingdales}

May I introduce Pour La Victoire. A relative newcomer, née 2007, they know how to make a stunning shoe. These "Aria" slingbacks come in a few shades - of ultimate importance when buying nude.

I also love the basic pump.

{Pour La Victoire via Bloomigndales}

And the fashion basic.

{Pour La Victoire via Zappos}

Pour La Victoire has taken over the nude shoe No. 1 spot. Former favorites: Brian Atwood, Alexander McQueen, and Giuseppe Zanotti (still in the running).

{Giuseppe Zanotti via Net-a-Porter}

A lovely shoe, though, I would prefer a true peep instead of this mini version.

And for a romantic twist. Valentino.

{Valentino via Neiman Marcus}

The picture doesn't do them justice.

It wouldn't be right to not mention YSL and Christian Louboutin. I simply couldn't find the right pictures to represent my loves.

These Steve Maddens may be a more affordable option, but they completely lack the aesthetic of the designer brands.

{Steve Madden via Zappos}

I say spend the extra money on the Pour La Victoires - a happy balance between Steve and the others.