Hi love,

As I write this, I’m soaking in these last few weeks of summer—splashed in sunscreen, half-wet from the pool, and full of gratitude. My oldest is headed to kindergarten in just two weeks (how did that happen so fast?!), and my youngest is giving Olympic-level effort in his toddler swim sessions. Mornings start in the water at 7am and we’re still out there by 7pm—sun-kissed, waterlogged, and happy. It’s a summer I’ll miss when the rhythm changes.

This edition is a celebration of that same spirit—movement, joy, boldness, and a bit of nostalgia. From Pucci’s seaside revival to the timeless drama of a red sole, and the rise of AI style tech that actually gets us (finally), we’re leaning into fashion as fun and function.

Let’s jump into it—like the deep end at sunrise.

With love + style,
Anna, Your Editor & Host

This Week’s Edit: The Style Reniassance

Pucci’s Marmo Revival: Summer Style with a Legacy

A Legacy of Print and Play

Founded in the late 1940s by Italian aristocrat and skier Emilio Pucci, the house became known as the “Prince of Prints” for his swirling patterns and kaleidoscopic colorways. Originally inspired by ski resort fashion, Pucci brought joy and jet-set glamour to fashion through psychedelic palettes and body-hugging silhouettes.

Signature Print: The iconic “Marmo” swirl—first inspired by Capri’s Grotta Azzurra

Now, under Camille Miceli, Pucci is re-embracing its roots—melding archival prints like the Marmo with flowing modern silhouettes that feel as breezy as they are bold. The Spring/Summer 2025 collection in Portofino was a love letter to 1960s European summers—with a distinctly modern tempo.

Editor’s Take: Pucci’s revival is about reclaiming joy, color, and feminine strength — the antithesis to quiet luxury.

Seeing Red: The Signature That Made a Shoe

A Flash of Genius

In 1992, Christian Louboutin borrowed his assistant’s red nail polish and painted the sole of a prototype heel—sparking what would become one of fashion’s most enduring status symbols. With its razor-sharp silhouettes and seductive arch, the Louboutin heel became the ultimate power shoe for women everywhere.

Though the world is loving sneakers and ballet flats right now, the red sole endures—a flash of rebellion, glamour, and legacy under every step. With new collections now playing with comfort, platforms, and even sneakers, Louboutin is meeting modern wearers where they are—without losing that signature drama.

Editor’s Take: In an era of comfort and sneakers, red says: “I still want to be seen.”

Timeless Icons Still Reigning

Top 5 Timeless Luxury Bags Every Style-Savvy Woman Should Own

1. Chanel Classic Flap Bag – Created by Karl Lagerfeld in the ‘80s, this quilted beauty with chain straps and the iconic CC lock defines Parisian elegance.

2. Hermès Birkin – Named after Jane Birkin, its craftsmanship, exclusivity, and investment value make it the holy grail of handbags.

3. Dior Lady Dior – Made iconic by Princess Diana, its structured silhouette and cannage stitching exude refined femininity.

4. Louis Vuitton Speedy – Originally designed in the 1930s, it’s the ultimate city bag—light, durable, and instantly recognizable.

5. Celine Triomphe – Sleek, understated luxury rooted in the brand’s minimalist aesthetic, now revived under Hedi Slimane with modern cool

Editor’s Take: These pieces aren’t about chasing trends—they’re about timeless storytelling stitched into leather. Wear them like heirlooms.

ALSO… What About White Bags, All Season…?

Summer's Favorite Now Works Year-Round
InStyle and WhoWhatWear agree: white handbags are stepping out of summer-only territory. Think Alaïa’s sculptural elegance, Khaite’s modern edge, and the perennial appeal of a crisp Chanel.

Editor’s Take: Nothing says “I’m pulled together” like a clean white bag—no matter the month, esecially if you live in Miami!

Brooke Sharpton on Building Wealth with ♥️

In Episode 22, I sat down with Brooke Sharpton—financial expert and wealth advocate for entrepreneurs, women in transition, and Black wealth builders. Brooke brings empathy and insight to private banking, guiding clients through life’s biggest financial turning points.

👠 Key Moments:

• How Brooke’s Miami roots fuel her mission to uplift overlooked communities.

• Supporting women through divorce, business, and independence—with clarity and care.

• Redefining wealth: building with purpose for you, your family, and the future.

Fashion-Tech Spotlight: Style Meets AI

Featured Startups & Innovators

• ALTA – Your personal AI stylist. Blends machine learning with fashion-forward sensibility to curate personalized outfit recommendations, helping users elevate their everyday style with digital ease.

• Savitude – Uses AI to help retailers design clothes that actually fit more diverse body types. Style with inclusion in mind.

• WAIR – Say goodbye to size guesswork. WAIR uses data-driven tech to match shoppers with their perfect fit, reducing returns and boosting confidence in online shopping.

• COLEO – A real textile solution from Spain, COLEO is innovating in the sustainable materials space, offering high-end, ethical alternatives to traditional luxury fabrics.

• StyleDNA – Combines personal color analysis with AI to build your custom digital wardrobe. Think Clueless closet, 2025 edition.

• The Yes (by Pinterest) – AI-powered app that builds a shopping feed based on your exact taste. Swipe-style shopping meets curated fashion.

• WEREWOOL – A biomaterials company redefining textiles with protein-based fibers that have tailored aesthetics and performance benefits. Think high-tech meets haute couture—with sustainability woven in.

• CIRQUEL – Redefining how fashion returns are handled. CIRQUEL is building a smarter, more sustainable reverse logistics ecosystem—because what happens after you buy should matter too.

• Cladwell – Helps you remix what you already own into daily outfit combos. Good for your wallet, great for the planet.

Editor’s Take: Fashion tech is finally catching up to real life—these innovators are making style smarter, more inclusive, and better for the planet.

Featured Video: Stylish Securing

On Episode 15 of the Podcast, I sat down with the fabulous Rhonda Singer, Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Private Bank and one of the few women to break through the trading floor ranks in the early days of her career.

👠 Key Moments:

• Rhonda on rising in a male-dominated field.

• Why jewelry and bags can be smart investments.

• How transitions spark financial empowerment.

 🎥 [Watch Episode 15] on YouTube 👇

What’s Hot Right Now: Fashion Headlines

What I’m loving (and keeping tabs on) in the world of style and sustainability

• Chanel launches Nevold, a standalone platform building recycled tweeds, leathers, and structural materials at scale—changing circular fashion from marketing to strategy.

  Editor’s take → Chanel’s pivot to circular fashion is no longer a campaign—it's infrastructure.

• “And Just Like That…” Canceled, After two uneven seasons, the Sex and the City sequel series won’t be returning for a third. Despite nostalgic callbacks and new wardrobes, the magic just couldn’t be revived.

  Editor’s Take → Just like that… there’s nothing left to say. It felt flat, forced, and a little too desperate to keep chasing what once was.

• Paris Fashion Week SS26 preview: Creative director debuts at Chanel (Blazy), Dior (Anderson), and Balenciaga (Piccioli) amid a luxury slowdown.

  Editor’s take → New visionaries take the reins just as luxury faces a reckoning.

• Jean Paul Gaultier x Crocs Drops This August: Comfort is getting a couture makeover. Crocs is teaming up with French fashion house Jean Paul Gaultier for a high-fashion collection dropping this August — and yes, fashion insiders are already on their toes (literally).
  Editor’s take → Guilty as charged! I wear Crocs around the house to keep my feet safe from Legos, action figures, and rogue toy cars.

• Princess Diana’s floral Bellville Sassoon dress sold at auction for $520K — a sentimental but powerful fashion flashpoint.

  Editor’s take → The best looks this season may have had algorithmic roots.

• Sustainable is the New Standard – Werewool and Coleo just secured major retail partnerships in Europe.

  Editor’s take → Green is going glam, and Europe’s top retailers are buying in.

Where to Be Seen: Miami Edition

Fashion is nothing without fabulous places to wear it. Here’s what’s on
my calendar locally:

🥂🧖‍♀️ Miami Spa Month!
📅 From July 1 to Aug 31, over 50 spas in Miami are offering exclusive treatment packages and spa specials.

Editor’s favs:

1. The Headspa Experience at the Face Brow and Beauty Bar at their Brickell Location - just $99 for pure, out-of-this-world bliss. I loved it so much, I’m already planning round two (and maybe three). Check it out on IG ✨

2. The Nourish Facial at the Bamford Wellness Spa at 1 Hotel South Beach Absolutely fabulous and incredibly refreshing. While it’s on the pricier side ($159 + 20% gratuity), it’s totally worth it—especially if you plan to lounge at the hotel for the day. Treat yourself, stay a while, and soak up the 1 Hotel vibe.

3. Balinese Balance Massage+Foot Scrub at the Valmont Spa at the Setai splurge at $199 (+ 20% gratuity), but it comes with access to one of the most serene spa properties in Miami. Come for the massage, stay for the stunning ambiance—definitely a full-day indulgence.

🥂🍔 Miami Spice!
📅 From Aug 1 to Sept 30, over 300 restaurants will be offering exclusive three-course prix fixe menus, happy hour specials, and unique promos.
📍Miami Proper

🥂👠 Friends In Fashion Miami - Fashion Networking Party
📅 Monday, August 18 🕒 7:00 PM – 9 PM
📍Glassbox Ironside, 7520 NE 4th Ct, Miami, FL 33138

🥂👠👛 𝐼 𝒲𝒶𝓃𝓉 𝐻𝑒𝓇 𝒮𝒽𝑜𝑒𝓈 | Luxury Shoe/Accessories SWAP 
📅 August 28 🕒 6:30 PM – 9 PM
📍atMDD (RSVP for exact location)
Bring your besties, your heels, and your statement bags. Sip wine, swap accessories, and leave styled to the nines.

📚🍸 Books & Books Summer Reading Series 
📅  Now through September 21st, sip $20 cocktails crafted by Gio Gutierrez, borrow a paired Miami-inspired book to enjoy while you lounge, and score 10% off your next purchase at Books & Books Coconut Grove.
📍At The Commodore inside The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

👙🌊🩲 Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades 
📅  Now – October 5, 2025
📍HistoryMiami Museum 101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130 

💋 Until next time — keep wearing your story.

That’s a wrap on Volume 7! As we savor the last sips of summer and prepare for a new season of schedules, structure, and maybe a little style refresh, I hope this week’s edit left you feeling inspired and empowered to keep showing up boldly—however that looks for you.

The I Want Her Shoes community is growing into something really special, and I’m so grateful you’re a part of it. This space is for you—and I’d love to hear what you'd like to see more of: stories, tips, fashion deep-dives, or interviews that speak to where you're at. Hit reply or drop a note—seriously, this is your runway too.

Until next time,

Keep dressing with intention. Keep showing up.
And if no one’s told you this week? You’re doing amazing ♥️

With love + style,
Anna, Your Editor & Host - 𝐼 𝒲𝒶𝓃𝓉 𝐻𝑒𝓇 𝒮𝒽𝑜𝑒𝓈 

💌 P.S. Have events, launches, or products you want to share with the IWNShoes community? Send them our way—we love spotlighting our own.