Celebrity Shoes: Jennifer Garner wears Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

One of the most admirable women in Hollywood, Jennifer Garner, wears a one shoulder LBD with dramatic train. She accessorized her look with a stack of bracelets and Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.

This Giuseppe Zanotti sandal has crisscross toe straps fully encrusted with Swarovski crystals. It has  ankle straps for support and covered 120mm stiletto heel. This is available for $1,495 at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Celebrity Shoes: Thandie Newton wears Giuseppe Zanotti crystal fringe sandals

Thandie Newton arrived at the premiere of Mama Mia! Here We Go Again looking nothing less than gorgeous.. Her dress with women's faces printed on it is a stunning statement piece and we are dying to know who designed it. She completed her look with simple drop earrings and strappy sandals with fringe crystals.

Her shoes is by Giuesppe Zanotti. Its simple strap design is elevated by the features fringe crystals around the ankle. It has 4-inch suede covered heel. It is available at Bluefly and Shoes.com for $1,295 $775.

Celebrity Shoes: Rihanna wears Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

For the premiere of Ocean's 8 in London, Rihanna chose an asymmetrical metallic gold dress, a gold clutch to match and Giuseppe Zanotti sandals. Rihanna plays the role of a hacker who, together with the members of Debbie Ocean's team, plotted to steal at diamond necklace worth $150 million.

This "Harmony" sandal is made of metallic gold leather that features three straps across the ankle and the foot. It has a zip back closure and covered heel that measures 4.7 inches. It is available at Bluefly, Net-A-Porter, and Orchard Mile for $845.

Celebrity Shoes: Lili Reinhart wears Giuseppe Zanotti sandals at the Met Gala

It was a couple debut for Cole Sprouse and Lili Reinhart who wore a Thom Browne tuxedo and a mini dress by H&M, respectively. Lili's dress features a chainmail corset top, full sleeves and dramatic train. To complete her look, she wore Giuseppe Zanotti slip-on heels.

Celebrity Shoes: Amanda Seyfried wears Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

Amanda Seyfried attended the premiere of Gringo in L.A. wearing a lace sheer dress. Her big curls are put in place by sparkly Lelet NYC hair clips. She finished her look with Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.

This Giuseppe Zanotti "Dionne" sandal is made of satin. The satin covered stiletto heel is carved on top to expose the crystal details. Its buckled ankle strap ensures that the foot will not slide in front. You can buy this at Orchard Mile for $895.

Celebrity Shoes: Jenna Dewan-Tatum in Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

Jenna Dewan-Tatum is all smiles at the photo op of World of Dance in Burbank, California wearing a David Koma bra top and skirt and Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.

Giuseppe Zanotti's patent leather "Coline" sandal has triple strap design that closes and opens at the zippered back. It's stiletto heel measures 4 inches with slightly platform toe to add more height. This is available at Moda Operandi for $845.

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Celebrity Shoes: Jennifer Lopez in Jimmy Choo ankle strap sandals

Jennifer Lopez sizzled on the red carpet of World of Dance photo op in Burbank, California wearing an Ester Abner ruffled mini dress that showed off her toned legs and Jimmy Choo ankle strap platform sandals. The secret to successfully wearing ankle strap sandals is wearing it the same color as of your skin or wearing it with a dress that has a hemline above your knees.

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Celebrity Shoes: Issa Rae in Giuseppe Zanotti platform sandals

The Black Panther premiere in L. A. is also a celebration of culture. Several artists graced the red (purple) carpet wearing African-inspired gowns and accessories. Issa Rae is wearing a Rosie Assoulin ombre panel dress with colors symbolizing the rich culture of Africa. She accessorized it by wearing a Giuseppe Zanotti platform sandal.

This "Zanotti Betty" sandal has a 4.7-inch heel with 1.6-inch platform. The upper is made of metallic gold leather with ankle strap. It sells for $795 at Orchid Mile.

Celebrity Shoes: Kate Bosworth in Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

Kate Bosworth wears a Preen Spring 2018 dress at the premiere of National Geographic documentary film entitled Jane. She accessorized her dress with drop earrings and Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.

This Giuseppe Zanotti sandal is made of calfskin leather. It has three slim straps adorned with chains and crystals. It has 120mm covered heels which means this is not made for all night dancing. It is available at shopbop.com for $995.

Celebrity Shoes: Tyra Banks in Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

Tyra Banks is all smiles at The Late Show with Seth Mayers wearing a cage-like nude dress that shows her undergarments, big curls and metallic Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.  The America's Got Talent host looks gorgeous.

While a Giuseppe Zanotti metallic sandal costs from $900 to $2,500, there are many wallet-friendly alternatives. Check out our picks.

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4th of July Worthy Shoes

Celebrate the 4th of July with the most worthy shoes in the market that fits any budget size. Click on the links below to buy.

1. Rag & Bone "Ellis" stripe boots, $595 at Saks Fifth Avenue
2. Stella McCartney stripe espdarille sandals, $465 $186 at matchesfashion.com
3. Balenciaga "Bazar" stripe flat espadrilles, $545 $218 a t matchesfashion.com
4. No. 21 knotted stripe mule, $590 at Net-A-Porter.com
5. Thom Browne stripe pumps, $807.39 $484.44 at farfetch.com
6. Giuseppe Zanotti star embellished cage sandals, $625 $312.50 at TheRealReal
7. Jimmy Choo "Romy" perforated stars pumps, $775 at farfetch.com
8. Paul Smith "Stella" metallic sandals, $450 $225

Celebrity Shoes: Lea Michele in Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

For a visit to Extra in Los Angeles, Lea Michele wore a Michael Kors belted trumpet dress with button details, Ippolita jewelries and Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.

Giuseppe Zanotti "Tania" sandals, $795.

This Giuseppe Zanotti "Tania" sandals is made of metallic leather with silver tone buckle detail on the side. Its heel measures 4 inches with a slightly platform front for added height. It also comes in different colors.

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Celebrity Shoes: Selena Gomez in Giuseppe Zanotti mules

Selena Gomez looks radiant in Oscar de la Renta orange mini dress with matching dangling earrings and Giuseppe Zanotti mules during the LA premiere of Netflix's 13 Reasons Why. We are also questioning why she wore the mules, when she could have worn metallic sandals or pumps with that gorgeous dress. Nevertheless, let us talk about the mules' statistics.

This Giuseppe Zanotti "Bridget" mules is made of knotted powder pink velvet with open toe. Its silver leather covered stiletto heel measures  4 inches. It is appropriately named because the minute I saw it, I was immediately reminded of Bridget Bardot. You can buy a pair for $625 here.

Would you buy pre-owned shoes?

Giuseppe Zanotti crystal embellished peep toe pump, $225 at therealreal.com

I stumbled upon this website that sells not only brand new shoes but also pre-owned ones. In the Philippines, buying pre-owned things is a growing industry. While items sold at specialty stores are original and of good quality, I still couldn't muster enough courage to buy pre-owned shoes. Sure, I'd buy pre-owned bags but clothes and shoes are not my thing. A pet peeve perhaps. However, if you are the one who doesn't mind owning and wearing things that have been in someone else's closet, feet and body... you will save tons of money. 

My tips on buying pre-owned shoes, particularly... check the scratches and the evenness of the heels because professional sellers won't sell worn out merchandise. Although sellers make sure that they clean the items before they hit the racks, it is best that you check if the shoes are clean both inside and outside.

Go Green!

It's St. Patrick's Day and what better way to celebrate it than to wear something green to bring good luck. If you are a little shy to wear a green dress, why not wear green shoes instead.

You can go sweet with a lace up pump like this Bionda Castana pump with scalloped toe edges.

Add a romantic twist on your ensemble with this green pump with lace overlay.

You can go a little punk with studs.

Or something metallic for evening parties like this Giuseppe Zanotti pump.

Or wear something satin for added glam.

Classic pumps will get you from day to night. If you go for a darker shade of green, it's for evening affairs. It you go for a lighter shade, it's for daytime. 

Giuseppe Zanotti fishbone flat sandals

Well, this is interesting.

It's almost Christmas and despite the chilly breeze at night, it is still scorching hot during daytime in the Philippines. I am not complaining, I actually like our weather because I get to wear sandals and boots in one day. For us, our sandals really don't have a break so I think that wearing this Giuseppe Zanotti sandals is justified. What I like about it is the gilded golden fishbone with crystal eye that I can wear day in or day out.

This is available at jildor.com for $950.

Giuseppe Zanotti star embellished cage sandals

Talk about star studded evening when you wear this Giuseppe Zanotti sandal. Of course, stars don't come cheap. This baby costs more than two thousand bucks. Its upper is made of suede with golden stars adorning the front. Its heel measures 5 inches.

Reach for the stars!

Giuseppe Zanotti 120mm Anja Rubik sandals

Your guess is as good as mine...

Giuseppe Zanotti named his shoe design Anja Rubik as an ode to Anja Rubik, one of fashion land's notorious faces. Of course, the design was based on Anja's personality... rocker and punk, hence the multiple "piercings" and chain.

What do you think? Is it worth your $1826 at luisaviaroma.com?

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Seen: Jennifer Hudson in Giuseppe Zanotti metallic snakeskin pump

Jennifer Hudson in Elie Saab gown. More Academy Awards red carpet photos here.

The recent Oscars, I think, is the mot glamorous event of the year. I was so amazed at how the stars dressed. It was good news for my other blog, Tres Chic!, but bad news for this blog because despite the gorgeous gowns, you could barely see the gorgeous shoes. Luckily, Jennifer Hudson's Elie Saab dress provided a slit for us to see her Giuseppe Zanotti snakeskin pump in all its metallic blue color.

This show stopping pump has 5 3/4" crystallized mirror heel with 1/2" platform. This is available at Bergdorf Goodman and Bloomingdale's for $995.

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The Best Red Pumps

Giuseppe Zanotti crystal heeled pump, $1,295 at Zappos Couture.

Since we will celebrate Valentine's Day and red happens to be the color of the month, allow me to present to you my personal list of the best red pumps (in no particular order). Red is a sexy and seductive color and when you use it to an equally gorgeous shape of the pumps, it will bring any of its wearer to a certain level of confidence that will surely draw a man's attention. You know that feeling when you are wearing confidence together with your clothes and your shoes that when you enter a room, as if magic, people turn their heads and you see on their face an approving look? 

Check out my selection... if you have not own any red pump, now is the right time for you to buy one.