Nina Shoes - 17th and Park

Be a DIY Bride

Hello Fashionistas,

Every bride wants to look unique on her wedding day, and personal touches are imperative. We’re well aware that the hunt for the perfect pair of shoes can be trying, so we’re here to help.

Our brides and bloggers are literally taking things into their own hands by taking our DYO concept a bit further and creating their own Nina shoes. Of course, I don't mean they've constructed the entire shoe; they're simply adding personal touches to create a one-of-a-kind pair.

One bride added appliques to the front of her Nina Culvers (photo below). It is a simple touch, yet distinguishes the shoe from anything else on the market!

Another idea is from one of Nina's favorite bridal bloggers, Jen Campbell creator of Green Wedding Shoes. She wrapped delicate fabric around the front of the shoe to create an absolutely adorable bow design.

The possibilities are endless! Depending on your style and preference, you can use rhinestones, sequins, beads, feathers, tulle or ribbon. 

I am just loving lace and silky materials right now. Therefore, I'd personally choose this satin ribbon and gold lace, and if I am feeling daring, maybe some rhinestones.

So, bridal fashionistas, get creating and send us your pictures! We just can’t get enough of DIY projects!

How creative can you get?

XO,

Nicole

P.S. You don’t have to be a bride to embellish your Nina’s; you can get creative for any special occasion on your agenda!

photo by Sarah Yates c/o Green Wedding Shoes

Same Shoe, Different Colors

It never fails to amaze me how the same item in a different color can change so drastically. Some may think it's crazy to buy the same thing in two or three colorways but not me. I happen to think it's brillant. These two examples prove my point:

The Nina Cannes in black paired with the Kaitlin (also in black) gives this mens-inspired shirt dress a sexy edge. While the Cannes in champagne plays up the glamour of the coral dress. Throw in the Nina Kaitlin in gold and it's almost godess-like.

Do you have a favorite garment, shoe or handbag that you just had to have in another color? Let us know by commenting below, writing on our Facebook or tweeting us!

Be Glamorous!

xoxo

-Lindsey

Trend Watch: Metallics

During the hot summer months, we ditch wearing layers and add accessories instead to create fashionable outfits. A failproof way to take an outfit from drab to fab is to incorporate metallics. It's so easy to glam it up! Pair metallic handbags and/or shoes with a soft tone like the pale pink dress below or a pop color like this bold tangerine.

Rose gold and bronze are other great players in the metallic family. Don't shy away from mixing metallics together either. Multi-colored accessories make a great statement.

Do you have a great summer look that incorporates metallics? Show us by posting photos on our Facebook wall or tweeting us!

Be Glamorous!

xoxo

-Lindsey

Paint The Town Red

Take these red-hot shoe-and-handbag combinations out on the town. Red accessories make a bold and eye-catching statement. Whether on your way to a wedding, cocktail party, holiday fiesta or date night, flashes of red make any ensemble pop!

This dress from H&M pairs perfectly with the Nina Electra and Emma handbag. Wear this feminine number on a date or to a cocktail party.

Take that bridesmaid dress hanging in the back of your closet and give it some new life. The satin Nina Ravine and Faith bag keep the look formal enough for a wedding. (Note: only some deserve a second chance, hopefully your bride was kind to you!)

Black skinny jeans and a flowy (yet sexy) top let the Nina Shostopper and Lexa take center stage. It's a perfect look for a "girl's night out"!

This full sequin outfit is quite the bold look, but if you're the bachelorette, that's exactly what you need! A sequin dress in white is subtle flash; with the Nina Erna and Fiona this look is a home run.

When is the last time you let your accessories take the wheel? Tell us (or show us!) your favorite shoe-handbag combos by commenting below, writing on our Facebook wall or tweeting us.

Be Glamorous!

xoxo

-Lindsey

One Dress, Two Looks

Everyone owns one, some of us have a few. Yes, I'm talking about the Little Black Dress.

This closet staple can carry over from season to season or become event-appropriate in mere minutes with accessories. It's nothing short of a miracle at times, when a shoe or handbag (or both) takes you from the office to a night out on the town.

This great structured LBD from Top Shop can be worn to the office with a low heel like the Paladin or glamed up with the Edlen for after work events!

Paired with the "Elle" and "Edlen," this LBD is perfect for an after-work cocktail party.

Transform your look for a night of dinner and dancing with the girls or a hot date! Stack a set of bangles to complete the look.

 

Create just the right amount of edge with the "Yaneli" or "Felice."

What's your favorite closet staple? Share it with us by commenting below, writing on our Facebook wall or tweeting us!

Be Glamorous!

xoxo

Lindsey

www.ninashoes.com

The Red Carpet Calls For Seriously High Heels

When choosing shoes for the red carpet, stylists often ask, "What's the highest heel you carry?"

That would be the Nina Tyna, a 4.5-inch, high heel platform - one of our most requested styles for the red carpet.

The Nina Tuesday is a very similar shoe with the same heel height. You will hear more about it at next month's Miss Universe Pageant. :)

As for the Nina Tyna (shown above with Miss Teen USA Stormi Henley at the Tribeca Film Festival), its rhinestones and shiny metallic finish are sure to catch your eye and add some flash to your outfit.

Nina's Hot Spots

Leopard is everywhere, and Nina's got it this fall!

The accessories pages for fall are full of animal prints, especially leopard. The Nina Yaneli wedge delivers one of the season's most sought after silhouettes in leopard.

Clogs are also super hot for fall, and the Nina Bellamy and Beula both offer animal prints options. Combine these two trends into one shoe and it's almost too dangerous to touch. :)

Indulge your wild child with Nina's wedges and clogs, which will be available for preorder in mid-July.

Clearly Inspired

The transparency trend is showing up everywhere this season, from the Prada Spring 2010 runway to Philippe Starck's 'Ghost Chairs.'

Update your home or wardrobe with a lucite piece for a modern/art deco effect. Clear lucite looks great with some sparkle, as shown above on the Nina Ritsey and Mark Davis bakelite cuffs.

Tomorrow’s Styles At A Fraction Of The Price

In Chanel’s 2011 Cruise collection, Karl Lagerfeld took inspiration from the beaches of San Tropez as well as iconic Brigitte Bardot films from the sixties and seventies.

The predominantly pastel-colored collection features flowing dresses, denim, sheer gingham shirts, tunics, and loose-fitting linen pants and tops. Even though next spring seems so far away, the styles are relatable, flattering, and appropriate to wear right now.

So if you can't wait for the collection to hit stores in November, incorporate a pastel floral sandal with your favorite tiered dress or add a silver arm band for instant seventies glam.

• Nina Aldena - $89.95

• Nina Levin - $69.95

• Nina Duane - $69.00