There’s something about d’Orsay pumps that I really, really love, and I think Valentino does the style beautifully. I think I may have mentioned before that I’m on a mission to find some stellar heels fit for holiday parties, and that includes browsing my favorite labels. Valentino is way up there on my list, and with shoes like these drop dead gorgeous Peep-Toe Lace Couture d’Orsay Pumps ($885 at Saks), it’s easy to see why.
I have a thing for lace shoes anyway. There’s something so fanciful about them; they are so delicate, so feminine and dainty, that they make me feel that way by association. I always feel more elegant myself when I’m wearing lace pumps, and these are just such a gorgeous example of the style.
The lace is Italian, just to tempt you a little more, with a lovely floral design intermingling with the mesh. The bow on the toe is made of the same material, and it is absolutely the perfect accent. The silhouette is totally d’Orsay. You can tell this is one of those pumps that will deepen the arch of your foot and, in so doing, accentuate the pretty curves of your legs. Don’t worry, though: the insole is padded, giving some comfortable cushion.






Specs-wise, the heel is covered and measures 4 and ¼ inches, or 110 millimeters, while the platform is only ¾ of an inch, or 20 millimeters. So, all told, with the platform and all, the heel ends up being comparable to something at about 3 and ½ inches.
Valentino is so good with lace, don`t you think? I’d love to see more d’Orsays out there, what about you? How do you feel about the style?

We've talked a lot about Lanvin's collaboration with H&M, but this season's other star collaboration involves Valentino and Gap. The American brand might not have the same international scope as H&M, but the collection is simply delicious!

Gap are opening their first Italian store, and what better way to celebrate than to create a collection with an iconic Italian brand.

The line is to be distributed exclusively in Gap's European stores. The seven unique pieces created by the Valentino team feature frills, military references in parkas, skirts, trousers and hoodies. And the prices are under the €180 mark.

So, if you're taking a trip to Milan, London or Paris, don't miss Valentino's collection for Gap!

They say Valentino doesn't agree with the new direction his former brand is taking. In fact, he didn't attend the last fashion show. The brand are aiming to captivate a new, younger market, as you can see from their luxury t-shirt lines...

One of the Italian brand's new aims is to reach a new market with a collection of truly exclusive t-shirts, a new interpretation of luxury.

The cotton t-shirts are adorned with stones, satin, feathers and sequins to create haute couture pieces from the simplest of garments.

The creations are selling at between $400 and $800 and they're already a hit. Discover a new way to look luxurious.

The 'Umbrella' singer has taken part in a raunchy photoshoot with famed fashion photographer Steven Klein for the magazine's annual couture supplement.
The Grace Jones-inspired cover of the special publication sees the star clad in a structural feathered Valentino gown and patent knee-high boots, throwing a bucket of water at the camera.
Inside, the daring pictures see the 'S.O.S.' star clad in just skimpy pants, with glitter covering her chest.
Other images show her in a Madonna-style conical bra, and another has her donning a sharp-shouldered jacket teemed with just lace knickers and suspenders and boots.