EIRIS Ladies Footwear at Styles of edo

A new partnership has blossomed in the Tyche home of Styles of edo headquarters, presenting the EIRIS Shoe Collection by HAYSURIZA. The first release includes 3 styles; a Classic Pointed Pump, a Cross Strapped Pump and an Ankle Strap Pump. They are dubbed 'Fashion Model Favorite' and I can certainly affirm that the use of traditional prims in these styles really agree with the fast rez rates needed for runway work. Each style is available in 8 slick shades. Releases will be coming at a steady pace so be sure to visit the Main Shop soon.

Special thanks to edo Tone for requesting to use my photography for some in store posters, I am very flattered. :)

Sugar and Spice

It has been an interesting weekend, and I was without Internet access for most of it, so I am a bit behind on the bloggery - but that doesn't mean I am without some great shoes to show off! Melanie Zhao of ZHAO Shoes dropped a ton of new stuff on me on Friday, here are 2 of my faves from her new release... something sweet and something with some bite!

For a sweet treat I love these Callie Cork Soled Maryjane's, shown here in black. They have a cute pair of buckled straps and a nice high heel, that comes with 2 cork options. They are certainly a great looking pair of shoes... and like I have said before, a traditional prim shoe done well is perfectly welcome in my closet! this is one of those.

Also among the new releases are the oh-so-high Tamara Lace-Up Platforms these certainly make a spicy little statement, with a laced-up upper and a shiny shiny platform below... a real spike of a heel is certainly an attention getter. I love these with my socks from Dutch Touch (complete with prim ankle attachments that are not part of the shoe).

Two very different looks - these and more great shoes are available at ZHAO Shoes.

Also wearing; Minnu Skin, ETD Hair, Clothes from Tres Blah, Frustrated Inc., Canimal, Artilleri, Battered Boudoir & Dutch Touch Hosiery, Accessories by Nylon/Yummy, Callah, Paper Couture, Alyssa Bijoux, Abyss and Caroline's.

Made by Hand, with Love.

If you knock on the door at the House of Nyla surely it will open to reveal a busy little workshop filled with amazing textiles, feathers, sequins and beads. Real life fashion designer Nyla Cheeky is one of the few that I could really say creates items akin to couture in SL. Most of what you find in her shop at Starax are recreations of garments she has made by hand - for red carpets, runways, and fashion lovers that share her love of color and attention to detail.

I am always impressed when a designer makes something unique and something that works so well with their clothing. Nyla has had in store for a while a small collection of footwear designed to match her fun frisky fashions. With her SL Birthday falling on Valentine’s Day, Nyla has released some adorable new lingerie sets (see I told you, I can’t keep my clothes on this week), called Candy Heart Fairies and Love Fairies. I saw her post on the new releases and I was reminded about her adorable shoes.

Now anyone who has been reading On Your Toes is well aware of my love of sculpted stilettos, but there is something to be said for cute shoes of any kind. And these Beaded Platforms have a wonderfully hand crafted quality to them, as if I can see Nyla working away with a bowl of crystal beads in front of her, assembling the hearts on the toe one at a time. They remind me of the homemade Valentine cards that somehow stick around on the fridge longer than the store bought variety, and I mean that in the best possible way. They do have a hint of bling, and some optional heel clicks… but they are costume pieces, so I think they are worthy of the extra sparkle. Pairs shown are; Cinnamon Heart Beaded Platforms, Blackened Heart Beaded Platforms & Sour Heart Beaded Platforms.

If you are looking to get your ‘cupid on’ with a little character this Valentines Day, take your feet to House of Nyla.

Also wearing; Minnu Skin, Maitreya Hair (Lime is hand tinted), House of Nyla Lingerie. (review copies requested.)

All That Glitters

With so many Holiday and New Year's Parties in SL it is a great time to throw on that LBD (Little Black Dress) and then add that touch of glamour with a great pair of glitzy shoes. I scoured my closet, and the closets of some of SL's shoe magicians to pull together some of my favorite golden footwear. Enjoy!

My Top Faves;

1. TESLA - Shiny Vixens -GOLD

2. Storm Schmooz - Carat - 24

3. ZHAO - SHIM - GOLD

4. Armidi Gisaci - Vidalia Pump - Metallic Gold






More Golden Girls;

5. ZHAO - VIVACIOUS - GOLD

6. ZHAO - HONEST - GOLD

7. ZHAO - CHELLE - GOLD DLX

8. Tekilah Elytis - Crisis Pumps I - Color Change, Set to Gold.

9. ZHAO - TESLA - GOLD

10. ZHAO - MIABELLA -GOLD

11. TESLA - 'Diva' Heels - GOLD

12. G.L.A.M. - Color Scripted Metallic Pumps - Set to Gold.

With Great Gold Accents;

13. Stiletto Moody - Foxy Slingback - Litchi White

14. Sylfie's Prim Seduction - *SM* "Embraced" - Gold/White (4th Series)

15. Digit Darkes- Mary Janes - SEQUIN GOLD (1L Item)

16. Sylfie's Prim Seduction - *SM* "Wicked" - Gold/Black (3rd Series)

Review copies provided by ZHAO, Storm Schmooz & TESLA.

Also Wearing; Armidi Hair, Minnu Skin, Accessories by UnTone and Second Mirage, Clothing by Armidi and LAST CALL.