Ken endorses: The "T-Strap"

Throughout the ages, many shoes have become a solid fashion emblem for previous seasons. One season, boots have taken a whole new light, while patiently waiting, an abundance of newly designed patent leather stacked heels awaits the next season waiting to wow crowds ands photographers in their debut to fashion society. Amidst these trends comes an, oh-so timeless piece that is given the chance to reinvent itself, again and again (the same manner to which Madonna could gracefully reform her image to avoid the redundancy of many performing artists). Sure, many fashion accessories and trends are given an opportunity to regain their popularity, even if it is the 4th year in a row. I speak from the heart when I say that it is only so many times that these trends can be reintroduced before they just seem blatantly dull. Nothing shines anymore. The excitement of a reinvented image of a past trend only comes from the anticipation that any design will not reflect the dull qualities of it's original creation. This is why it is important to make an outstanding statement when coming to reinvention. We must break the boundaries to which we recreate trends. What makes them better? A design put well forward should only move further in the direction of unique and creative while maintaining basic original qualities to give that design the history it deserves. I have been successful in the search of the perfect shoe for the upcoming seasons. This isn't a shoe that premieres in Fashion runways for the upcoming spring season.

The "T-Strap" has been around for hundred of years. T-Straps often are given the innocence and graciousness due to its delicate profile. It's girlish reputation and playful apearance offers this design anything but a tantalizing, lustful, and woman-like robustness. As delicate as the material used to produce this shoe, the T-Strap has been reintroduced from a basic design of leather straps to the extreme complexities that designers often use with embellishments of crystal detailing, fine silks and skillful yet beautiful stitchwork. I have found some designs to spark attention, thought and smiles to my readers. These are just some of the designs that I found to be worthy of mention.

Jimmy Choo's evening shoes has brought on a new meaning of elegance. With particular attention to detailing and brilliance, Jimmy Choo's shoes capture the essence of fashion. He provides not only style but a polished finish to absolutely any evening ensemble. It is without any doubt that he has created a profoundly astonishing masterpiece for his new collection. It only keeps the hopes of many shoe connoisseurs up as we all patiently await what he has in store for us for the fall of 2007!

Gold always maintains its reputable image as chic, classic and never out of style. Here, Fendi has brought back the classic leather T-Strap flats that need no heel to wow crowds. It speaks of simplicity and down-tempo fashion. Beware, its subtleties can often lead people to be unaware of its great potential. Best paired with a clean, crisp sundress, or perhaps stovepipe denim for maximum effect, these T-Strap sandals can really emphasize that sometimes, "less is more".

No shock here that platform is the word when it comes to 'it' shoes of the season. Valentino knows (as shown to the left) he longs for a new heightened image of the T-Strap as he plays with different concepts to create a visually stunning composition of leather, metalware with animal print on a uniquely designed T-Strap platform wedge. He plays with fun, hip, as well as serious tones of fashion to marvel audiences. Valentino, once again, continues to amaze his clients with innovative design under a classic hallmark name for fashion designers.

Although simple, this mid heel quasi T-Strap by John Galliano for Dior is just about as unique as it gets. Another shoe with much attention to detail, these heels give T-Strap a lighter edge. With a light addition to any look, this shoe provides optimum- level comfort with all the right components to induce a vibrant spark as well as a rugged edge, all while maintaining the basic forms of an elegant, lady-like shoe. The charm with an ever-so discrete Dior logo will keep just about any fashion spectator pleased.

With a distinctly different presence than previous shoes mentioned, this T-Strap has opted to stress its reputation as a design that plays on an image of innocence. Frida Giannini, the current designer for Gucci has given this T-Strap sandal its original components of cute and girlish magnificence. These sandals, best paired with a summer suit pant and white dress shirt, can also compliment jeans and a tube top for a playful edge. This sandal can play on many different looks, which also enforces it's ability to become an ageless favorite. From 20 to 70, this shoe is simply a classic of the ages.