This is truly a striking take on a classic shape - the Zoe handmade aluminum sandal.

These shoes riff on the classic wedge only there is much more of an architectural look here, with the area of the wedge being…well…non-existant.

There is really no better word to describe these shoes than unique, and they would definitely make a statement with any ensemble.

Architectural shoes are all the rage this season, with the Spring/Summer 08 runways full of heavy, architectural shoes.

If you are interested in snagging a pair of these ultra modern heels for yourself, you can do so through Zoe for a price of $3,940.

Personally I couldn’t condone paying this much money to get a pair of these shoes, regardless of how architecturally interesting they may be, but what do you think? Would you be willing spend nearly $4,000 to get a pair of shoes like these?

For those of you out there who adore authentic vintage clothing, you are going to love the true retro fashions offered at ModCloth.

A smaller Canadian-based company, this is a business well worth checking out if you love the pin up styles of Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren.

They feature everything from dresses and bottoms to swimwear and accessories, so everything you need to fill your wardrobe up with gorgeous classic pieces you can find right here - and at an affordable price.

One of the best things I love about ModCloth is that you can even pay with Paypal, which just makes it that much simpler, in case you don’t have a major credit card.

They offer an array of styles, a few in particular that I really loved and which I wanted to share with you here.

Make sure that you check out their website for more information and to check out their entire line of apparel and accessories for yourself.

It’s summertime! Whether you are still trying to lose that last 5 pounds or not, there will be the perfect pair of shorts out there for you.

Shorts are all the rage this season, and although the style of shorts always variates from one year to the next, this year there is practically no style that is not accepted, as long as they are bright and fitted.

Liz Claiborne

This is the perfect pair of shorts to prove that you do not need to have Gisele Bundchen’s legs to pull off this look.

These cute orange Hawaiian print shorts are a delight, and are longer so you can cover up those problem areas if you are concerned with that.

For just $45 from Liz Claiborne you can snag a pair of these hip shorts for yourself, and feel comfortable wearing them everywhere from the beach to a BBQ dinner on the patio.

Try pairing them with a pale yellow tee or a bold red or blue blouse if you want to be daring.

Bongo 58

These shorts are just to die for. Sure, you are used to seeing denim or printed shorts, but what better way to jump into summer than with these red hot short shorts?

They would like fantastic with a plain white tank top and chunky necklace for daywear and then if you want to switch it up, pair them with a graphic tee and cute headband for the warm summer nights.

Perfect for showing off smooth tanned legs, these Bongo 58 shorts, available at Bealls for just $12.99, are affordable and a terrific addition to your summer wardrobe. They are even available in a few different colors.

Victoria’s Secret

Victoria’s Secret features these adorable shorts with a light blue pinstripe.

The side buttons add that little bit of extra detail which make these shorts dressy enough to wear on the day to day, even to the office if you pair them with a cute shirt, fitted blazer and the right shoes.

You can check out the Victoria’s Secret website for more on these and their hundreds of other shorts available this summer season.

So I didn’t really care for her look at the MuchMusic Video Awards this year, but besides that, Rihanna has definitely become a style icon in my eyes.

When she first came out with songs like Pon De Replay and Music of the Sun, she was definitely hot, but not so much a celebrity that stood out in terms of style.

Over the past year or so however, Rihanna has definitely made a dramatic change in her looks. She has a new haircut, a completely new and unique style, and as of lately I have not seen her step out wearing anything but first class fashions all the way.

She gives us grown up glamour to the nines but sex appeal at the same time, and this is a look that all women strive to achieve.

Just take a look at her in this sexy hot pink number here, all I can say is…wow.

Although early on in her career she seemed to have a sort of molded fashion sense, where she almost just put on whatever she was told to, it seems that she has really come full circle and is finally doing her own thing - which we love.

These days it seems she just can’t go wrong with her fashions…ahem, besides the MMVAs but that is just my opinion, everyone else I know thought she looked fantastic…and from her earrings down to her sky high heels, Rihanna always looks drop dead gorgeous.

Rihanna has certain god given features that are so unique from all the other female artists we see out there today, and she is truly something special.

She’s got more than just great looks and fashion sense though, she is a reigning talent and one of the key players in the music industry today, and that’s why we love her, and why Rihanna is, without a doubt, a true style icon.

FabSugar has announced that they are giving away three Marc Jacobs Day Fluo Key Pouches ($165 each) in mint, fluorescent pink, and acid yellow.

Neon colors are all the rage this season, and who doesn’t want a gorgeous Marc Jacobs anything for free?

If you want to enter, you just need to log on to FabSugar and take their quick and easy Marc Jacobs and neon trivia quiz.

The best part of all? It doesn’t even matter if you get the answers right, you just have to take the quiz once you are logged in and you will be entered into this fun, fabulous contest.

They want to keep it a surprise and so if you win, you will not know which color pouch you are getting until it arrives at your doorstep, making it all the more fun. Winners will be chosen on Sunday, July 6, 2008 at midnight PDT.

If you want to check out the full details on this contest, you can read the official rules here.

I have tried out quite a few lipsticks in my time, believe me, but I have never been able to find one that lasts through the entire day without having to reapply.

Sure it’s not that hard to touch up during the day here and there, but when you really want outstanding lipcolor that you are not going to need to muss and fuss over, it seemed to me as though there were no successful candidates.

That was until I tried out the Revlon ColorStay Soft & Smooth Lipcolor.

With 30 different colors to choose from, I adore this lipstick because it not only lasts the whole day but also it is so soft and smooth that it leaves your lips feeling luscious and moisturized.

For a very affordable price of about $10 you can get this fantastic lipstick for yourself, and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.

To all you makeup divas out there like myself who love a good lipstick that you can hang on to for good and get the results you are looking for, the Revlon ColorStay Soft & Smooth Lipcolor is going to be a perfect option for you.

The best part of all? Revlon offers an entire ColorStay line of eye shadow, lipliner, mascara, and other makeup that you can check out.

One of the hottest new fashion trends out there today is the vest.

The new layering piece, the vest can be worn in a number of different ways, and there is such a wide selection of different colors, patterns and styles to choose from that they will never be boring.

The latest way to wear a vest is to mix it up. Try wearing it unbuttoned over a plain top and jeans or dress it up by wearing it with heels and a blouse with a ruffled front.

The only real rule when it comes to vests is making sure that the layer underneath is at least a bit longer than the vest, otherwise it will look tacky.

Another tip is to use long layered necklaces when you are wearing a vest, and keep the shirt underneath low cut in the neck so that you can emphasize your face and jewellery.

The lovely Kim Kardashian sure knows how to pull off the vest, wearing a sexy black one over a tight fitting white tank and dark fitted jeans. She keeps the jewellery minimal, with only a small gold wrist band and cute earrings and necklace.

Have fun with your look, and remember that you don’t have to stick with black and brown all the time. Reds, blues, and greys all look great on vests, so try a few styles out and see what works well for you.

One of the best holidays of the year is coming up - well for us in the great white North anyway - Canada Day, and what better way to celebrate than by showing your colors?

This doesn’t mean you need to paint your face up in a Canadian flag and get crazy, but if you are anything like me, you like celebrating holidays and when it comes to Canada Day, it is really all about color.

Here are a few outfits that I think would be perfect for the long weekend, whether you are heading out to see a parade, hanging with the kids at the park, or going out to dinner with some friends.

I was in a hurry the other day - it seems that happens a lot - and I needed a pair of gorgeous shoes within a couple days. I was checking out various websites, deciding to take my quest online after I couldn’t find anything I liked in any of the stores in my area.

Everything was either too expensive, too long for shipping, too tacky…then I came to Sears. A lot of people would laugh at the thought of getting apparel from Sears, in fact I have never heard anyone under the age of thirty going to Sears for their clothes and accessories.

I decided to check out what they had to offer, and I am so grateful that I did. They actually have some very stylish, modern footwear to choose from, and I found not one but two great pairs that I bought right away.

As a fashion fanatic, I have to say how excited I am that I have discovered just what Sears has to offer, and the best part of all is that their products are just as high quality as Le Chateau, Victoria’s Secret or any other great retailers that I mention often on here, but much less expensive.

They are always bringing in new items and expanding their selection, so take a minute to check out the Sears website and see all that they have to offer. Oh, did I mention that they also have next-day delivery?

She may only be 22, but Megan Fox is definitely a style icon.

She is one of the sexiest women in Hollywood these days, and I can’t remember a single time where she has not looked positively delish.

Most of us remember first seeing the lovely Miss Fox in the hit blockbuster Transformers, which is the movie that all guys and girls fell for her.

She has a girl next door look to her and yet her sexiness and allure cannot be denied.

Her long dark locks and bright blue eyes are definitely something to be envied, but it is her constant A-plus style that I really adore. She always looks fabulous from head to toe, and I have to admit that I often get some great fashion ideas from her.

Megan Fox’s style is very young and stylish and yet mature and classy. You will never catch her revealing too much or trying too hard to fit in, and I love that she has her own unique persona.

Whether she is attending a high class red carpet movie premiere or just walking around the Hollywood hills she is always a true fashion diva and continues to blow us away with her natural good looks.

There are few people you can admit look good in literally anything they throw on, but Megan Fox definitely finds herself in this category.

Sexy, sassy, sultry, and always dressed to the nines, she could wear a garbage bag to her next event and still amaze.

With a name like Megan Fox, there is no denying her hot presence and we love that she seems like a great girl too.