photography (from top left): courtesy of Kristie Ramirez, Sophia Webster, Koch, Tom Ford, Beyond Pedaling

(1) Cocktail: “Tito’s Vodka on the rocks”
(2) Shoe: “My Sophia Websters from V.O.D.”
(3) Lip color: “Tom Ford’s Flamingo, an almost neon pink”
(4) Workout: “John Terlingo’s spin class at Beyond Pedaling three times a week”
(5) Spring thing: “I just stick to Isabel Marant, Koch, and silk button-downs, and I’m good.”

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photography courtesy of Charlotte Olympia

When Joslyn and I left the interview room after spending a some time with Charlotte Olympia designer Charlotte Dellal, who was in town for a personal appearance at Neiman Marcus NorthPark, we couldn’t wait to talk about her. She was lovely and fun and glowing with her beautiful little baby bump. Dellal’s skin is flawless, with scattered freckles peeking through. She wore her signature 40s glam retro waves and red lip, which is surprisingly low key up close. (“It looks super high maintenance but it’s very quick,” she told us.) In town to promote her latest collections and meet Charlotte Olympia shoe collectors, Dellal talked about her Cosmic Collection of Birthday Shoes, made up of flats for each horoscope sign, and her long overdue Hollywoodland collection for pre-fall 2013.

photography by Flickr user Farid Bernat-Ortells

On designing Hollywoodland:
“It was, in a way, a hard collection to do. It was close to my heart, because the essence is always going to have this Hollywood glam thing. However, I was also quite apt to do it. It’s a glamorous, classic, timeless era, and it’s also an era that was rich in accessories and that had that kind of whimsy to it, as well. People didn’t think twice about carrying a poodle bag around or wearing a fantastic hat with matching gloves.”

On wearing jeans:
“I’ve got one pair –a dark, dark denim, high-waisted, flared, wide-leg jeans. But, they’re not really my thing.”

Her favorite Charlotte Olympia shoes:
“Oh, that’s so hard. They’re like babies. There’s one that stands out that I definitely love that’s from a past collection, which was my Bananas Is My Business shoe, which was a fruit shoe. It’s one of my favorite shoes. I think I own five pairs boxed up. Just in case they die along the way, I can have a new pair. I guess it also symbolizes a lot what the brand is about. It’s a super high shoe. It’s got a sense of humor, yet at the same time I think it’s quite a classic shoe. I don’t know. My head works in funny ways. It’s a fruit shoe—everything goes with fruit. For me, it was a neutral.”

Her favorite, non-Charlotte Olympia shoe:
“Converse–my favorite shoe, apart from my own. I love my Converse. I’ve got a growing collection of them, so those are good to run around in.”

On her “old Hollywood glamour” beauty routine:
“When I first dyed my hair red, it was because I love Rita Hayworth, who’s a favorite pin-up of mine. I think redheads should wear red lipstick, and that’s when it started.”

Go-to lip colors:
“MAC in Russian Red. In the summer, however, I prefer lip stain—Revlon in Just Bitten.”

Favorite adult beverage:
“Beer. Cold. Very cold. It’s the boy in me.”

Her favorite tunes at the moment:
“I’ve got quite an eclectic taste, but I like Brazilian music a lot. I guess that’s again being half-Brazilian, and it’s quite timeless as well, and easy to listen to. My kids like it as well. There’s a singer in particular, Maria Gadu.”

On making her whimsical shoes wearable:
“As a woman designer, I definitely try to test all my shoes, and I try to make them as comfortable as they can possibly be, and wearable. Walkable.”

Manolo Blahnik silk print pumps, $695, Nordstrom NorthPark (photography by Mindy Byrd/The Photo Division)

These painterly pumps are courtesy of the art-inspired fashion spread in our newest D Moms. Read the whole thing here. Enjoy.

Hosted by yours truly, this champagne reception runs all afternoon, so you can pop in for a late lunch break or toast with us before your evening begins. We’ve already told you how much we love the beautifully crafted Emy Mack shoes by SMU grad Emily Jamison and trust the skilled artists at Blushington Beauty Lounge. Here’s the perfect chance to check out both in one stop.

Where: Elements
When: 1 pm to 6 pm
RSVP: Here (or just stop by)

photography courtesy of Hari Mari

I loved the concept of Dallas-based Hari Mari right away: the eco-friendly reprocessed rubber, foam, and biodegradable hemp make-up, the financial donation to children’s hospitals per pair sold, and the recycling incentive (bring your old pair back, get 15 percent off your new pair), but after trying on a pair, the deal was sealed. They’re truly the most comfortable sandals I’ve ever worn with the cushy footbed and thick, soft straps. One caviat: the white footbed gets dirty quickly. (To clean, Hari Mari recommends using a soapy towel or towel with Shout.) The new Scouts collection hitting stores next week, however, has an “earthen-tone” hemp foot bed with khaki colored soles which should alleviate some of the dark footprint problem. The straps come in campground-inspired hues such as bright yellow, sea green, pink, navy, red and nude for ladies and include army green, sky blue, and neon green for guys. Rolling onto shelves next week, find Hari Mari’s Scouts collection at Luke’s Locker, Original Octane, The Biz, and these other retailers.

Vivienne Westwood Lychee Ladydragon Heart peep-toe pumps

(clockwise from top left) Pierre Hardy ankle strap skimmer $425
Gianvito Rossi posted ankle strap sandal, $720
Givenchy wide band halter sandal, $1,095
Manolo Blahnik Audi ankle strap pump, $775
Guiseppe Zanotti fluorescent t-strap platform sandal, $695

courtesy of Sea of Shoes

You will all recall this delightful discovery of the Emy Mack shoe line, right? Well, the SMU grad-designed shoes landed on the feet of Jane Aldridge on Sea of Shoes yesterday.

I’m a proud owner, as well, thanks to Emy Mack, and truly, not only are they gorgeous to look at, with their flawless seams, silver bottoms, and ladylike ornamentation, but they’re comfortable, too. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that we’ll get a storefront or pop-up boutique, but for now, shop the current fall/winter collection at emymack.com.

Keep reading. More photos after the jump.

The ankle boot is shaping up to be a staple for the fall/winter wardrobe again this year, and we’re thankful. They’re versatile, refreshingly comfortable, and easy to slip on and go. Try a short cowboy bootie with skinny jeans for an off-duty look or, for a dressier affair, try a an ankle boot with a pointed toe and heel for a polished look with some edge. –Mary Holbrook

1. Kelsi Dagger taupe wedge, $129 at Lou Lou
2. Girl Madeline fringe, $69 at Cotton Island
3. Yoki scrunch booty, $68 at Spicy II
4. Vince Camuto Tuscan suede, $149 at Pieces

Fall 2012's Miss Quimby boot, $750 (photography by Robert Robertson)

The Office of Angela Scott local shoe line is finally opening a storefront. Luckily, although designer Angela Scott has made it big, with her hand-crafted footwear featured in Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, and Teen Vogue, it’s in Dallas. Next to V.O.D. in Victory Park to be exact.

Scott’s bench-made, cobbler-stitched footwear collection is inspired by her grandfather’s tailored suits and and bespoke shoes. You can see it reflected in her androgynous oxfords, saddle shoes, and booties with sexy details like wedge heels last fall, colorful cap toes for spring, and lace-up and fur-trimmed details this season. (Like the Miss Quimby boot above.) Check out the newest collection and visit her storefront on Friday for champagne and shoe shopping during the soft opening.

Where: The Office of Angela Scott
When: Friday, September 21, 4 pm to 6 pm