Shoe lovers, rejoice. Renowned British designer Giles Deacon has released the Giles Deacon for Nine West collection to the delight of shoe fanatics everywhere.
The nine-piece capsule line carries shoes, jewelry and bags by the 42-year-old designer and ranges from $26 - $149 USD. The collection features some stunning black leather and suede platforms and boots that are hard to resist for fall.
The sexy yet practical shoes in the Giles Deacon for Nine West line are characteristic of the designer's critically praised runway collections.
The line will be available in Nine West stores and online starting August 15th, 2011. A tiny orange mouse called Eek, created by Giles Deason that has shown up on sweaters and blouses in Deacon's previous collections, peers out from tote bags and is featured as a pendant on necklaces in the Giles Deacon for Nine West collection.
Offering shoes that are subdued yet sexy, perfect for day and night, and featuring sky-high heels that are also comfortable, Giles Deacon really knows how to treat a woman.
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