Garment District, NYC
words/images Judith Ecochard
H H Brown's comfort brands takes a fashion forward step for Fall 2012...with three of its collections-
Born, Born Crown, Isolá and Söftt serving up wearable styles that have a lot going for them, visually speaking.
At a recent editor's preview....we first took in the
Born and tad more sophisticated-urbn street chic-
Born Crown collections including the Spring 2012 samples available now.
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| Belinda full grain leather upper/lining in pretty colors |
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| Metallic leathers--Albright-Born Crown |
Loved-the leather flower petals slip-ons-that are adorable without sacrificing any of the durability and exceptional cushioning properties that we associate with Born---as well as the use of top quality materials.
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| Shay-espadrilles sporty in solid or stripped fabrics |
Clogs and mules get updated with zip details, stacked heels and narrower lasts for a more sleek modern look.
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| Reflecka-fun-decorative raffia wrapped wedge-ethnic boho chic with a strappy leather upper |
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| A Born claim to fame-the polyurethane outsoles that absorb impact, grip, and are durable. |
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| Lace-ups inspired by mens' Derbys-Oaklyn saddle shoes-full grain metallic or burnished full grain leather upper,---Joely full grain leather or metallic leather upper-both with leather lining |
FALL 2012-
BORN CROWN has these dark brown/black suede over the knee kickers (Lotta $285) are destined to be worn A LOT.
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| Virginia $260 lace-up Victorian inspired boot-Ismelda $165 -equestrian jodpher style boot w/punch out details, nice brown finish |
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| Iselle $295 asymmetrical zipper with cute buckle strap |
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| Kylin $140 solid heel tassel pump/loafer hybrid |
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| Kylie and Roslyn Bootie-$185 |
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| Jamal $210 multiple buckles easy side zipper for easy on/off |
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| Niala $140 staple work shoe-can go with jeans too. |
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| Aletta (left-$175) |
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| Arline $150 |
Menswear inspired oxfords and flats-are still popular...
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| Lamm ($150-left) Agatha ($150-right) |
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| tuck leggings into these-Cady $260 |
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| Olana $275 |
Born crown manages to give the wedge a new lease on life-in boots, Mary-Jane style she and booties-in nice jewel tones.
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| Lusi $155 |
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| Jeda $165 |
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| mad for plaid-chic blend of plaid and suede with a feminine velvet bow. |
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| Stowaway snake print ballet flat $130 |
Velvet is a winter fabric---and is put to good use in solids and pretty prints in a take on the classic Belgian slipper.
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| Samella-right $140-alos in gray plaid too |
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| Brigid $160 plaid velvet |
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| mod go go boots for the 21st century |
ISOLÁ
"Sexy, confident, inspired..."feminine and glammy for sure...yet Isolá fits the HH Brown comfort mission with dual density (impact latex/cushioning foam) construction built in- and Grade A buff leather with TPU inserts or total TPU outsoles that absorb shock and protect one's investment...
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| summer sandals-Madra in fun croc or snake embossed leather |
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| Peeptoe Dela-gold foil metallic |
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| Oasis snake print wedge sandal |
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| Tory-esque (or C Wonder?) Dore patent prrptoe-with grosgrain ribbon detail |
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| ballet flats Brit |
Loved-these gladiator style sandals and rope wedge -stunning from any angle.
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| Adriel |
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| Adina |
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| Olencia |
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| Olencia in bold color block patent |
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| Alary-patent and bold hardware-gold tip insole makes pedis look even better |
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| Coral |
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| Blanca-patent suede high heel-delicate buckles ankle cuff-love. |
Truthfully-our latest obsession....these spike heel suede or leather boots with front knee cuff, metal/leather trim detail
-fantastic in any color suede.
There was plenty to love for Fall 2012...booties in textured leather, metallic---and glazed leather.
Flats, booties, boots, open toe pumps---all perfect for fashion mavens who don't want to be crippled---with close to spike heels that are actually tolerable for those of us who are on our feet for hours...
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| height with comfort-the wedge.....with a neat chevron middle seam detail |
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| mixed textures on the uppers and the heels- |
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| open toe suede...nice snake print trim on the outsole.... |
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| Balta- a carry over that gets refreshed in black snake print for Spring 2012---and metallics and suede for all 2012 |
Vaguely scandinavian sounding---
Söftt is a new to us but apparently is a huge seller at
Nordstrom's---as it is known for its high style with lots of comfort---in a huge range of sizes and widths too.
This was a daily big collection-with a lot of on-trend shoes and boots---and clo/mule-a style we love as it is so easy to wear and get some height, without feeling like we are scaling a mountain.
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| side pocket detail on a slight wedge leather boot-tuck jeans/leggings into these--- |
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| perforated suede boots-can wear these all year round |
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| love these---mdern not clunky-with clog's benefits like all day comfort |
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| Mary jane with a button snap ...cute |
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| another look we love...side zip, solid rubber soles make theses practical, uppers-in leather, contrast stitching...make them stylish |
At a recent editor's preview....we first took in the Born and tad more sophisticated-urbn street chic- Born Crown collections including the Spring 2012 samples available now.
Clogs and mules get updated with zip details, stacked heels and narrower lasts for a more sleek modern look.
BORN CROWN has these dark brown/black suede over the knee kickers (Lotta $285) are destined to be worn A LOT.
-fantastic in any color suede.
There was plenty to love for Fall 2012...booties in textured leather, metallic---and glazed leather.
Flats, booties, boots, open toe pumps---all perfect for fashion mavens who don't want to be crippled---with close to spike heels that are actually tolerable for those of us who are on our feet for hours...
This was a daily big collection-with a lot of on-trend shoes and boots---and clo/mule-a style we love as it is so easy to wear and get some height, without feeling like we are scaling a mountain.
