September 27th, 2018
Trend Alert

Does three make a trend? I think so, especially when it’s these three T-Strap pumps by Manolo Blahnik left, Chanel top right, and Céline bottom right.
Images courtesy @barbaramartelo, @carolinedemaigret @carineroitfeld
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Logo-embellished leather loafers
Crocheted Cotton-Blend Midi Skirt
Delcie tie-detailed ramie midi dress
Gate knotted leather slippers
Postcard fringed crocheted straw bucket hat
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Love the T strap at any heel height. It elongates and narrows the foot. I hope there will be even more choices moving into the next season.
Love the way T-straps look, but I’ve yet to find one that’s comfortable. I had high hopes for the Chloe version last year, but it was very stiff and uncomfortable. Please post if you find any good ones.
The Barbara Martelo shoes are superb. Perfect with jeans.
Love a good T-strap! Preston, do you have a link to the shoes on the left? Thanks!
Who are the pair on left with denim? Thanks!
The pair on the left are Manolo Blahnik Turgimod and here.
I saw those t strap shoes on Barbara Martelo on Instagram. I love them! She’s got an excellent collection of Manolos but I can never find my size. They don’t make a lot of size 6’s.
Now I want them! Where can I find the Blahniks in black? The texture is superb!
Preston and friends ~ I would like a quality short sleeve black T shirt in nice cotton (not flimsy) and a short sleeve black turtleneck sweater, preferably cashmere. Any ideas anyone?
I recommend calling the shop in NYC, they may have them in black.
Preston, what are your 2021 thoughts on the Manolo Turgimod style? I just found my size at an excellent price on the secondhand market and in looking for additional photos I came across this post. (My style is usually a few years behind.) I’m picturing them in autumn/winter with a long sleeved silk midi dress. Am I crazy for planning holiday party/wedding outfits in July?
Sounds like a great find. I’m wearing a 2012 Valentino dress to an event and it looks just as good today. The Turgimod is a forever shoe, and if you get it resale, you’ll have won the fashion lottery. I’m still looking for a pair of LV jeans from SS15, some things just don’t look dated – the new classics.
Thank you, Preston, you convinced me to get them. I’m so excited. There are still many sizes left at a great price, so I wanted to do a post on them. Do you happen to have Barbara Martelo’s original image? I scoured her Instagram account but couldn’t find it. Thank you in advance!
So glad this post got “resurrected”. I saw these on Marcheline’s Instagram and immediately knew they were me. I just found a brand new pair on TheReal Real in my size. YOu are right, I feel as if I hot the fashion lottery! Thank you Marcheline and Preston!