So... not only are these just ugly, I learned something (potentially) awful about them yesterday from a very reputable source here at the WSA show. I spoke to a designer (who will remain anon.) who went shopping for leathers and found "frog" and "chicken" among the skins to choose from. Needless to say, she was appauled... Upon hitting the stores to check out Springs latest from other designers, she could swear that Blahnik was using frog (you can spot it apparently by the small bumps on the skin. yikes!!!!) Judge for yourself. (hint: pick up a pair of your favorite patent leather shoes and compare... there is a stark difference!) To play Devil's advocate, maybe this was a conscious decision in the design of the shoe to make it different?!
Manolo Blahnik Strappy Sandals $665.00 Neiman Marcus
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Also check out these edgy Rodarte shoes:
http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/F2008RTW/detail/thumb/RODARTE?trend=&page=3
does shoes are edgy alright, thanks for the info jen