Monday, September 27, 2010

FIRST LOOK! Jimmy Choo for Ugg Australia Collection





Admittedly, I was completely apprehensive about a collaboration between Jimmy Choo and Ugg Australia. And can you really blame me?



While Jimmy Choo has created some of the most delectable sandals I've seen this century, Ugg Australia has never been a favorite of mine. The shoes are undoubtedly practical and warm, but stylish they are not.



That said, I pretty much expected Jimmy Choo to perform a miracle, giving Ugg Australia a luxurious and tasteful makeover. And umm, they may have accomplished it.



They adorned a pair of Uggs with some studs to give them some glamour and edge. Hmm...







Other styles, which truthfully aren't my favorite, boast zepra print and leopard patterns, and fringe and star detail.













They may not be as fabulous as a pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos, but they certainly are an upgrade for Uggs. 



What are your thoughts? Would you wear these shoes?



Kisses,



Coutura

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Jimmy Choo Teams Up with...Ugg Australia?

Hey Glamazons!We all went crazy to shop Jimmy Choo's glamorous collection for H&M---and Ferocia and I (as well as many of you) walked away with jewelry and shoes that still get compliments to this day.So why am I not as thrilled about Jimmy Choo's latest collaboration with Ugg Australia?Though I'm in love with the new Ugg boots for men (don't judge until you see a pic!), I'm curious to see how the red-carpet glamour of Jimmy Choo merges with Ugg's casual, rugged aesthetic.Another reason I'm not jumping for joy? The prices will range from $595 - $795, which is still way out of my financial reach.The retailers have high hopes for the limited edition, five-piece collection, which will feature Ugg's classic sheepskin boot concept "with design details that embody the spirit of the Jimmy Choo brand" via WWD.com.Spirit of Jimmy Choo? Ugg's sheepskin boot? Huh? I can't imagine what designs this collaboration will yield. Still, if anyone can make Uggs glamourous, Jimmy Choo can.The collection launches in October at select Jimmy Choo and Ugg Australia stores, select department stores and on both the companies' websites. Are you looking forward to this collaboration? Do you think the brands are a good fit?Kisses,Coutura