Clockwise from top: Michael Antonio $100, Matiko $174, Elizabeth and James $365, Siren $200, Karen Millen, 185 GBP

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I’m 5’2” and I’ve always considered myself a shopping whore. I could spend all day looking for new shoes and clothes. When I was a little girl, I couldn’t wait to grow up and have a boyfriend to dress up for. Well, now I’m all grown up but I’m boyfriendless. I go on a crazy amount of dates, so fortunately for me, I live in awesome dresses and even better shoes.

As part of my job, I go on dates with all different types of men. I’ve met some nice guys, arrogant ones, tall men, and of course, short ones. Being that I’m quite tiny myself, I don’t mind dating men who are only a little bit taller than me. Luckily, the way men come in all different shapes and sizes, so do shoes and dresses.

The Shoes

The first time I went on a date with a man who was 5’8”, I had no idea what to wear. I panicked for a few minutes and then calmed myself down. All of my shoes are at least 5 inches tall and I thought it might make my date feel bad if I was almost his height. So, I did a little research and found a few pairs of not so high heels.

My shoe obsession of the moment happens to be a pair of turquoise flat sandals from Elizabeth and James Blaze Flat Thongs.

They’re colorful and simple. Turquoise goes with everything, including short men, which is why these shoes rock. So, if you’re going on a date with a man who’s almost as tall as you, I suggest wearing these turquoise beauties.

They’re $175 at Shopbop.com

If you’re like Victoria Beckham and you aren’t comfortable in totally flat shoes, opt for a heel, but a very low heel. This gives you the chance to still feel sexy, while making sure not to tower over your date. I know that women feel sexier when they have on a pair of extremely high heels. But if your date is a cutie, give him a chance to feel like a real man. Let him appear tall.

In order to do that, I recommend my newest shoe crush. These Sergio Rossi stilettos are sexy and on sale!  (Grab them on Shopbop.com for only $455)

They’re also feminine and very unique. So when your date takes you to an over crowded bar, the girl sitting next to you won’t be wearing the same shoes.

Now that you have the shoes covered, you just have to figure out what to wear with them. I’m sure your date would love it if you arrived naked, but that’s not appropriate so I recommend wearing a dress.

THE DRESS

I’m a native New Yorker so I live in black. Head to toe I’m usually dressed in black, even down to my bra and underwear. Black is sexy, slimming, and elegant. One dress I die for is by Rag & Bone. It’s tight and short so it works perfectly with flats. $395 on Shopbop.com.

I’m a huge fan of mini dresses, but if you wear them with high heels, you can look a little slutty. That’s why whenever I go out with a short man, I put on a really little dress and embrace a comfy pair of flats.

However, not everyone likes blatantly sexy clothing. So, if tight and body hugging dresses aren’t your thing, I recommend wearing a flirty, fun dress on a date. They’re still sexy, but in a more understated way. Rebecca Taylor makes great dresses that are super romantic. This one looks good on everyone and it’s even a fun color. Available on Shopbop.com for $275.

I bet you had no idea that a whole new wardrobe can come out of dating a short man.

Instead of being afraid of dating someone who might be the same height as you, go out and buy a flats-appropriate dress and matching pair of shoes. You might enjoy the date. And even if you don’t, at least you scored a few new items for the summer.

For more from Carly Spindel check out Carly’s Dating Chronicles.

Alexander Wang Freja Laced Boot – An open-toed utilitarian shoe that is the perfect mix of rough and rogue. Alexander Wang’s additions to the accessories world are perfect for the girl looking to add some major edge to her look and at $675 it’s one investment worth the return in compliments from jealous New Yorkers.

Elizabeth & James Maryl Cut-Out Heel – The Olsens have once again managed to give us shoes we’d skip the rent for. Fortunately, these babies won’t break the bank. At $375 these shoes will prep you for the spring without requiring you to consider a new place of residence.

Elizabeth & James Emb Heel – Seriously, these shoes deserve their own category of awesome. Highly detailed and ideal for making your feet look like they were dipped in class, these delicious open-toed slingbacks are perfect for showcasing your recently pedicured digits while you walk down New York’s sidewalks. At $450 will give your feet the attention they deserve at a price that’s to die for.

I love the cone heel, and the fact that it also comes in hot pink and olive green.  So sexy! Available on Shopbop.

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Shipley & Halmos, Silvain Sylvian, Thomas Wylde, WJK, Ylang Ylang

Friday, November 27th

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For its second shoe debut, Elizabeth & James designed some amazing footwear for Fall.

Images via FabSugar

1. Elizabeth and James by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen- because they don’t try so hard.

2. L.A.M.B by Gwen Stefani- the shoes are beyond dope.

3. J.Lo, Sweetface by Jennifer Lopez- even though Sweetface went belly up, she’s the one that started it all, and don’t act like you’ve never owned (or wanted to own) at least one pair of her jeans or one of those ghetto fabulous velour sweatsuits. Guilty.

4. Kate Moss for Topshop- a fashionista’s wet dream

5. House of Harlow by Nicole Richie- hate the girl, love the jewelry.

6. Benjamin Bixby by Andre 3000- gettin his grown man on.

7. Twenty8Twelve by Sienna Miller- Does she still qualify as a celebrity? Nonetheless spring/summer 09 is looking pretty good…

8. Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony- hipster chic at its finest.

9. The Victoria Beckham Collection- this shameless clotheshorse knows her shit.

10. William Rast by Justin Timberlake- I think we were all surprised that this didn’t turn out as bad as we had assumed.

Some images from the Elizabeth & James Fall 2009 lookbook have started to circulate.

Reportedly inspired by Peter Pan’s Lost Boys, the images feature both the women’s and the men’s collections and the Olsens’ footwear collaboration line with Steve Madden.

The collection is full of slouchy blazers, high hemlines, fitted pants, a furry jacket, and lots of black.

GALLERY: First Look at Elizabeth & James, Fall 2009.

We’ve finally been able to ID the gladiators that Mary-Kate’s been running around in for the last month! You can’t get them anywhere yet because they’re part of the forthcoming footwear collab between the Olsens’ Elizabeth & James label and Steve Madden.

The “Edge” gladiator sandal is one style from the Pre-Fall 2009 shoe collection. The designs are strong but understated – their mutability in color and style make them adaptable for different outfits and seasons.

The collection will range in price from about $270-325, and is now available for pre-order at Nordstrom.com.

GALLERY: Elizabeth & James x Steve Madden Pre-Fall 2009.

with Margarita Levieva (the actress she understudies)

The third and youngest Olsen (age 20), Elizabeth (Elizabeth and James was named after her and their older brother) is thrilled to be making her Broadway debut. She was recently an understudy for the Off-Broadway play Dust. Currently she is pursuing a BFA at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts at the Atlantic Theater Co.

I love Lizzie, she’s so cute, down to earth, and looks exactly like the twins, only has brown hair. She’s just as fashionable and very lucky to be able to borrow clothes from her two older siblings.

LINKAGE: ohnotheydidnt

A while ago Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen announced their plans to collaborate with Robert Lee Morris on a jewelry line, and we’ve seen pieces here and there since last year.

As more of the collection is released, I’m surprised by how minimalist they are, for the most part. Though simple, the pieces are still a little glamorous.  I especially want to get my fingers in the snake wrap ring, above.

These pieces (and more) are available for pre-order at Intermix for $95-$525.

GALLERY: Elizabeth & James Jewelry Line.

The Spring 2009 lookbook images for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s Elizabeth & James are now available.

As usual, the collection looks incredibly wearable and versatile. In nearly 20 images, the Olsens show off dozens of new solid-colored separates that offer countless combinations and layering possibilities. Some E&J jewelry pieces also feature in the lookbook.

In true Olsen tradition, many pieces are slouchy yet sculpted, which makes the line a combination of young and sophisticated. Speaking of sophisticated, love the My Little Pony and other toys!

GALLERY: Elizabeth & James Spring 2009 Lookbook.

Mary-Kate and Ashley sure are keeping busy!

They’re already working on a menswear line for The Row and an Elizabeth & James shoe line with Steve Madden.

Now, just weeks after the sneak peek at the men’s pieces for The Row, WWD has reported that the Olsens will also launch a menswear line for Elizabeth & James. It will be available at Barney’s this fall.

Ashley said the collection will be “about balancing uptown and downtown.” The sisters reportedly found inspiration in Oliver Twist and Peter Pan’s Lost Boys.

Photo from People.

Mary-Kate continues her cute streak Thursday night at a dinner celebration at The Smile, a new store/cafe from Earnest Sewn’s Carlos Quirarte and Matt Kliegman.

The white blazer is Elizabeth & James.

Photo from Olsens Anonymous.

ONTD had a little sneak peek at the forthcoming Elizabeth & James footwear line.  I’d expect something a little more platformy from Mary-Kate, but I’m excited to see what else the Olsens have in store.

The collab with Steve Madden, hitting stores in March, will retail from $195-$500.

There are a ton of celebs out there thinking they should be designing fashion, but only a few that really do it well (aka Mary Kate and Ashley’s The Row and Elizabeth & James).

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have teamed up with Steve Madden for an Elizabeth & James shoe line.

Slated to hit stores in mid-2009, the Olsens will serve as creative directors to Madden’s design and sales team.

As a regular fan of MK’s shoe choices, I am quite excited to see what they come up with!

Source: WWD.

Reiss‘s summer stock is up 70 percent off. Pants are $50 and up, shirts are $50 to $60, and jackets, coats, and dresses start at $100 and up. 387 W. Broadway, nr. Spring St. (212-925-5707); Mon.–Wed. (11–8), Thurs.–Sat. (10–8), Sun. (11–7).

• Check out Theory, Alice + Olivia, and Helmut Lang samples and slight irregulars marked down this week. Through 8/7. 261 W. 36th St., nr. Seventh Ave., second fl.; Mon. and Wed. (10–6), Tues. and Thurs. (10–7).

Tomorrow:

Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen’s Elizabeth and James line is up to 75 percent off. The Jane Dress was $375 but is now $175. At the same location, LaROK samples will also be marked down — a miniskirt is $99 (originally $298), or a tunic is $89 (originally $228). Through 8/7. 145 W. 18th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (212-388-0339); Tues. (8–8); Wed. and Thurs. (10–8).

Nylon Magazine shot these looks for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s Elizabeth & James Fall 2008 collection. The collection seems completely off from the high couture the girls normally wear, which is actually a good thing.  The youngest grannies in NY have really taken their collection to a new level as seen from the photos here. Gloves, overcoats and very must have hats.