Buckled Boots at Bluefly

My mom made a long distance call at 2AM just to ask me what kind of boots I want for Christmas. She's sweet! She knows my weakness--footwear. I guess she knew that I already own many pumps and sandals that's why she decided to buy me boots. 

After some his and hellos... I told her I wanted to have buckled boots. Buckled boots that look something like any of these boots at Bluefly...

Pour La Victoire 'Cristella' satin bow pumps

Pour La Victoire 'Cristella' satin bow pumps, $159 at Zappos.

If I was invited to attend the royal wedding, I would wear this Pour La Victoire pumps with bow at the back and rhinestones bordering the uppers. It has 4 1/2 inch heels and 1 1/4 inch platforms. This is also available in red, blue and pink.

Wear it with these:

Cocktail Dresses by Jason Wu
Evening Shoes by Pour La Victoire

Best Red Pumps for Christmas

Admit it, you will be wearing something red this Christmas.  It is the color of the season and I think red pumps will never go out of style.  In fact, you have at least a pair as alternative to black or brown pumps.  Red is a great  color to perk up anyone's mood and it is also the color of romance and seduction.  Whether or not you plan to seduce anyone by wearing red, here are some of the best red pumps that I have found to serve whatever purpose.

Steve Madden 'Kattrina' platform pump, $74.96 at Endless.

Pour La Victoire 'Irina' platform pump, $245 at Nordstrom.

Yves Saint Laurent suede peep toe pump, $720 at Neiman Marcus.

Christian Louboutin 'Rolando' pinch toe pump, $625 at Neiman Marcus.

Pour La Victoire 'Demmi' platform boots

Are you looking for the perfect boots this season?  May I suggest this 'Demmi' platform boots by Pour La Victoire that is on sale *calm down, breathe in, breathe out* for only $317.80 previously $454 at Shop Bop.  This is available from size 5.5 to 10.

Splurge, Save and Steal: Dress, Slip and Go Pumps

I believe pumps are the most versatile shoes ever invented because all you have to do is dress-up, slip on a pair of no fuzz pumps and you are ready to take on the world.  It is as simple as that.  I have found really chic pumps that will fit your personality and your budget.  Presenting, the splurge, save and steal edition of this blog.

SPLURGE

 Victor & Rolf leather pump, $805 at Revolve.

Christian Louboutin Big platform pump, $775 at Bergdorf Goodman.

Prada stamped crocodile leather pump, $650 at Saks.

SAVE

Acne 'Vega' suede pumps, $500 at Net-A-Porter.

 Moschino patent leather pump, $492 at Bluefly.

Bally 'Gerena' pump, $450 at Endless.

STEAL

Pour La Victoire 'Irini' platform pump, $250 at Jildor.

 House of Harlow 'Lilian' patent leather pump, $198 at Cusp.

Kenneth Cole leather pump with silver metal heel, $160.

Pour La Victoire 'Beca' suede boots

This Beca boots by Pour La Victoire is exactly what I needed to add color to my wardrobe.  Pour La Victoire is the brand I recently fell in love with simply because they produce the most stylish shoes that are right on the pocket.  I love the buckle detail at the back and the ruched front. This is only $363 at Shopbop, perfect if you are on a tight budget.  This also comes in black.

Pour La Victoire leather and lace platform pump

Another lace pump but this time by Pour La Victoire.  If you want to own a pair of lace pumps but is conscious about the price, this is would be your savior.  If  I don't want to stash a lot of money but I really like the design, I take my time searching for alternatives.  The waiting usually pays off.  This is available at Neiman Marcus for $295.

Pour La Victoire 'Beyonce' quilted leather sandals

Pour la Victoire presents this quilted leather sandal with gold tone molded plates in front, side buckles and zipper back closure that is rightfully named Beyonce.  I actually like it!  If you do too, you can buy it at Bluefly for $237 previously $396.

Sale Alert: Pour La Victoire 'Bria' three strap platform sandal

I haven't seen this sandal in a long time and looking at it now makes me wanna buy it the more.  This is currently on sale at Shopbop for $203 from its original price of $290, the black version is also on sale.  Another site where you can buy all 6 colors  is at Zappos for $228.

Mirror Image: Pour La Victoire Petra sandal vs. Balmain zipper sandals

I first featured Pour La Victoire's Petra sandals with her flats version Dalena in red color and I have found their counterpart in Balmain as designed by Giuseppe Zanotti.  On the pictures you can see that both have the zipper details which make them almost look the same.  You can get Pour La Victoire at Zappos while Balmain's is available at Shopbop.

Pour La Victoire 'Petra' and 'Dalena' sandals

They are the best shoe sisters!  If ever your feet needs to rest from wearing the Petra platform sandal, her sister Dalena will be there to rescue you... it's as if the shoe version of Diana Prince that if she removes her glasses and spin a little, she becomes the Wonder Woman everybody loves.  More and more unusual materials are being incorporated onto shoes that makes them unique and the zippers on these sandals are one of those.  You can buy both at Endless, all you have to do is click here for Petra and here for Dalena... and you can choose from their army of super friends: oxblood (like the ones above), green and black.

Pour La Victoire 'Bria' three-strap platform sandal

 

Pour La Victoire is rather new in the market, operating only in 2007.  This Brazilian brand with a touch of French taste promises shoes that are classic, timeless and mature: fit for the modern Marie Antoinette.  I like the color of this platform sandal, it would be a good addition to my shoe collection and at $290, this is affordable.  I haven't had any Brazilian made shoes (Havaianas are not included) so I might try the workmanship of the brand.  If you want to try how Brazilians make shoes, click here.