It's not often that I wander into the shoe section of Louis Vuitton and the sneaker boots immediately caught my eye. Featured here are three wonderful examples that women (and men) should go gaga for this coming winter. Enjoy!

Punchy Sneaker Boot in Glitter $690
Medley Sneaker Boot $865

Medley Sneaker Boot in Leather and Fur $916

Wow, Sara just brought my attention to this fabulous women's shoe. Crafted out of python skin that is finished in metallic gold, it is then painstakingly hand-painted to create an iridescent effect. I just LVoe, the Vuitton flower detail. The vamp is also hand stitched which makes this piece of footwear a bit pricey for around $US1600. Sara, I guess you're in big trouble now.

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Here are better pics of the Limited Edition Padua shoes from Louis Vuitton.

One of my patron saints is San Antonio de Padua, so I was happy to learn that a Louis Vuitton Boutique has opened in his famed city. For the ocassion LV has commissioned their artisans to design and manufacture what Italy is known for the world over: SHOES! These Limited Edition Men and Women's footwear are only available at the Paduan Store. The patchwork women's heels are constructed of leather and python illuminated with metallic details of rivets & plates. The understated men's moccasin on the other hand, are made out of calfskin. Both have a signature buckle that I'm not quite sure if it is specific only for this collection of two. It finishes them both quite perfectly! Sigh, I wish it were just a hop, skip and a jump away. Congratulations, Padova for your new Louis Vuitton Boutique, LVoe it!!!

Russian Harper's Bazaar's Miroslava Duma with her Spicy Sandal...



...Ms. Beyoncé Knowles with her Kalahari Epices...



...or Jerome wearing both?!?!?! LVoe it!!!

I decided to enjoy the early part of the day with a much needed trip to Louis Vuitton. I have not seen the Boetie in person and a review is so much better when you do it from life. The bag is truly amazing as it is as light as a feather. Much different from its older cousin, the Griet. The worrisome part of it though for me is the vache leather that details it especially the bottom trims. There has been a suggestion that the current leather that LV uses is not at par with the older models wherein the vache turns to a golden patina. The patina is now blotchy and the leather at times scaly. But this topic is for another day. Let's go back to the Boetie. The new twist lock is pretty and easy to handle but the zippered closure could prove to be a challenge. I guess leaving it open as you carry it is an alternative. All in all, the Boetie is an excellent choice if you are looking for a Monogram Canvas piece that has a little bit more to offer in terms of design and style. I LVoe the new window of crates and packaging that LV has for this season to feature the Boetie and other pieces, of course.

As for the pic above, I couldn't help but ask my associate to take a pic of me with the Spicy Sandal in Suede Baby Goat Leather . The shoe is a testimony to Italian craftsmanship. I do not know if they are comfy though but apparently they are flying off the shelves. The insock is lined with padded miniature Monogram Canvas and the heel itself is covered in leather. The beadwork is not distracting at all but makes the shoe truly unique. I must admit that I was tempted to buy it just to showcase in my home. This is one of my favourite shoe collections of Vuitton. LVoe it!!! PS. The friend who went with me to the boutique waitlisted for an upcoming bag. Can you guess who it is from the window display's reflection?

Visit www.louisvuitton.com or save on tax at eLUXURY.com Take note of the fun fruit names. "Louis Vuitton presents an array of ultra-feminine shoes in vibrant summer colours. Intricate details and noble materials add to the sophisticated and resolutely modern spirit of this stylish, elegant collection." ~ Spring Summer 2009 Catalogue

Doesn't she look divine in her Lime Wedge Sandals in satin?
Pensive in her Cranberry Ankle Strap in satin.





Step in to comfy Jump Sneakers in canvas & calf leather.






Relax in Oxford Loafers in patent calf leather.








Be sexy in Clementine Open Toe Pumps made of perforated glazed calf leather.



Have a Spring fling in Olivia Sandals made of glaze calf leather.


Strut your stuff with Strawberry Pumps in patent calf leather.




Dreaming in her Macadamia Sandals in calf leather.



Standing tall in her Mango Thongs in patent calf leather.



I dunno what she's doing with her Strawberry Wedge ankle strap sandal in patent calf leather!!!