Gianmarco Lorenzi Spring/Summer 2012 shoe collection

This collection presents a 1970's inspired wonderland.
Taking inspiration from Italian sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro's hollow bronze works of art:...

....there's towering architectural sandals with cut out platforms.....

..... and skyscraper patent leather courts.

MARY JANES

Mary Janes are given a sexy make over with high stiletto heels...

... and bright pop colours.

WEDGES

Wedge sandals are in two tone suede ....

... and for the more hoilday feel in the platform are made of cork.....or..

..... rope.

Loving the nod to Andy Warhol pop art and neon colours.

MATERIALS

Fabrics used are the glamourous shiny patent leather , ...

..... the relaxed elegence of suede....

...and the oh so sexy python print.

COLOURS
Colours range from:

The neutrals of tan and brown, plus...

... nude pink..

.....to the brighter pop colours associated with the 1970s....

purples

variety of blues from turquoise to cobalt....

oranges

and greens.

EMBELLISHMENTS

Embellishments are in the form of  oversized butterflies.....

....oversized buttons,

oversized bows,

tiny belt straps....

.....and patterned silk flowers.

PRINTS

Prints are the geometric muted colour blocks....

the boho laidback denim..and

......the brighter fun loving pop art (is that Gianni's image I can see? )

BLACK LABEL

Gianni's Black Label carries on the trend with the cut out platforms..

... and the gorgeous bright colours

plus a few of the classic neutrals.

So many styles and colours to choose from and not enough wardrobe space!
Available soon at Gianmatco Lorenzi's stand alone boutique on :
40, South Molton Street, London W1K 5RW
Tel: 0207 493 2906
or online:

www.gianmarcolorenzi.com

Aruna Seth shoes on the Weinstein Golden Globes red carpet

Two stunning actresses stepped on to the red carpet at the Weinstein Golden Globes pre-party at the Chateau Marmont in Hollywood wearing Aruna Seth shoes www.arunaseth.com 

 

Andie MacDowell' wore the deep Navy 'Farfalla' Aruna Seth shoes and commented on  "how comfortable" they were. 

The satin peep toe Farfalla shoes are embellished with a Swarovski Elements crystal butterlfly.
 Price £475
Andie's daughter, Rainy Qualley, will also wear Aruna Seth shoes as she walks the red carpet and takes the stage Sunday night as Miss Golden Globes 2012. - wonder which style she'll choose?

 

Penelope Ann Miller who stars in the Golden Globes nominated film "The Artist" also wore Aruna's Harmosa peep toe pump to the gala. 

This black leather shoe is decorated with a black grosgrain and Swarovski diamante bow at the front.
Price was £465 but now in the sale at half price for £232.50

 Both are available at www.arunaseth.com

What Cocktail dress to Wear whilst drinking a Golden Margarita

Cocktail dresses like the drinks come in an array of colours so here’s a guide on how to mix your cocktail dress.

Golden Margarita – 1 ½ oz Gold tequila, ½ oz orange liqueur, ½ oz fresh lime juice, 3oz sour mix, dash of orange juice, lime wedge and salt

Pour ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Salt the rim of a chilled margarita glass. Strain the ingredients into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.  For a long drink pour ingredients in to a tall glass with lots of ice.

Go for gold with this rich orange dress by Nina Naustdal which is embellished with around 4500 individually hand-stitched Swarovski crystals in clear and lime green.  Price £19,000

Couture designer Nina Naustdal will mix your cocktail dress to your taste. You’ll be given a one-on-one consultation with Nina at her boutique store at 176, Walton Street London SW3. Each dress is bespoke so you can use a design as a base only. The Swarovski crystals are all hand stitched on rich Italian silk. Website www.nina-naustdal.com

Add more ice with a clear Swarovski crystal clutch and Gianmarco Lorenzi’s Swarovski encrusted sandwich platform slingbacks .

 Kiosque evening bag is of a clear crystal mesh with a long rhodium plated snake chain and a magnetic closure. Price £465 www.swarovski.com

The Black Label slingbacks are available from Gianmarco Lorenzi shoe boutique, 40 South Molton Street, London at a price of £1,500 Tel 0207 493 2906

Cocktail ring:  Another dash of lime. Snow globe effect Stardust Peridot Sapphire Dome ring by www.jiandesigns.com   The Peridot are free floating in a liquid filled sapphire dome. Rhodium plated. Stamped .925 Sterling Silver or 750 for 18kt gold. Price starts at £450