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Exclusive Preview: Simply Vera for Kohl's

We got to snap some pics of two items from Simply Vera, designer Vera Wang's soon-to-launch affordable clothing line for Kohl's: A black patent purse and a gold chain bracelet w/heart charm...click the photos and check 'em out!




Update 9/8/07: Simply Vera is in stores now, and we got prices: the purse is $69 and the bracelet is $175 (sterling silver w/18k gold plating)

Related link: Get Pumped: Vera Wang for Kohl's Print Campaign Pics

The Look for Less: Christian Louboutin Wannabes

There seems to be no shortage of Christian Louboutin knockoffs for fall—or are these copycats merely inspired by the most coveted shoe creations today? You be the judge...


LUXE VS. LESS

Luxe: Christian Louboutin "Iowa" Mary Jane Pumps, $590 at Saks
Less: Steve Madden "Tinah" Patent Pump, $79.95 at Nordstrom


Luxe: Christian Louboutin "Caracolo" Patent Zip Pump, $910.00 at Bergdorf Goodman
Less: Steve by Steve Madden "Larrk" Pump, $129.95 at SteveMadden.com


Luxe: Christian Louboutin Metallic Platform Pump, $785.00 at Bergdorf Goodman
Less: Oh Deer! "Ella" Metallic Platform Pump with Red Sole, $78.95 at Zappos.com

Find more designer looks for less here. >>

Jazz Flats Arrive at Urban


They're heeee-eeere...

We warned you about those fugly lace-up flats that top designers such as Christian Louboutin, Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui and Jill Sander are unveiling for fall—and now, we regret to inform you, they've arrived at Urban Outfitters.

Sure, we know people who could pull these off, but those people are special. Much more special than we will ever be. So no. No, we will not let these shoes touch our toes.

We advise you do the same...or, if you think you can rock this look, send us a pic and prove it! (We won't hold our breath.)