Narciso Rodriguez Launches Shoe Collection
There are a lot of ways in which I differ from a typical fashion lover, but an obsession with shoes is not one of them. What I consider "reasonable" in quantity is something I'd rather keep to myself, because deep down it's admittedly not reasonable. I'm more level-headed regarding price points and have learned the art of finding amazing items on sale. However, if you ever need a friend to talk you out of a fabulous purchase that you're torn over because of guilt, I'm definitely NOT your girl. I'm an enabler. I will justify it in any way I can. And if your purchase happens to be something from Narciso Rodriguez's new footwear line that just launched, I will justify it even more.
Narciso Rodriguez is one of my favorite designers. It didn't hurt that my close friend was on his design team for five years, but it was more his aesthetic that won me over. His clothes are minimalism at its best, accentuating a woman's body in that subtle way that lends itself to modernity. A couple years back I had the opportunity to attend one of his fashion shows and of course fell instantly in love with every ensemble that came down the runway, head to toe. And by toe, I mean I could not get my eyes off the shoes. I had to have a pair, but quickly learned from my friend that they were only made for the show.
I often wondered why they were not being produced and sold in stores. From a business stand-point, footwear and accessories are a major backbone of the financial success of any label. Aside from perfume, consumers are more inclined to splurge on handbags, sunglasses and shoes- even in a recession, sales data have shown that sales in handbags and footwear remain consistent. Turns out a woman is more willing to put down money down for a good pair of shoes than a dress.
From both a business and selfish standpoint, we here at TFG are excited about Narciso Rodriguez's expansion into footwear. The designs are quintessential Narciso, with a sleek, modern look that will stand the test of time. Clean lines, unexpected details, subtle sex-appeal, and color-blocking are signature features of the collection. Last week, Barney's New York hosted a party for the designer, with long-time muse Jessica Alba present to lend her support. Below are more amazing looks from the line. To shop the entire collection, click here.
Images Courtesy of Fashionologie
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