When I saw this Cole Haan sandal from the Spring 2010 report last year, I immediately fell in love.

Cole Haan Air Gwaltney

Initially, I thought the layers on the T were really made of metal plates, but after visiting the Cole Haan website, I soon realized it was actually made of patent leather. I was quite disappointed, but I did see the reason why it couldn’t be made of metal; the thin plates could slice into the skin as you walk and that would really really hurt.

This didn’t stop me from looking for an alternative, though. Thankfully, I found one in the Jeffrey Campbell Nena Sandal

Jeffrey Campbell Nena Sandal in Pewter

Jeffrey Campbell Nena Sandal in Bronze

The Jeffrey Campbell Nena Sandal is fully decorated with small rectangular metal beads from the T to the ankle strap. The closure is not a buckle but a metal hook with chain. Don’t you just love this one? And my favorite part is that it is currently on sale at Singer22.com for only US$69!

If you prefer the Air Gwaltney however, you can purchase the White or Black Patent from Cole Haan’s website. It retails for US$148. The Gunmetal is no longer available.

Kristin Cavallari was looking every bit the California Girl that she is when she attended the Coachella Fest last week.

She was photographed enjoying the event in a sexy tie dye tank, short jean shorts that showed off her tanned legs, and a pair of bohemian looking sandals that came with fringes around the ankle cuff.

Kristin Cavallari

The look was simple and casual, but with the statement shoes, it was perfect and spot on. It’s also a good thing that she chose a neutral color; had it been black, it would have looked a little off.

The pair by the way, is by Koolaburra and it is called the Venus Fringe Sandal. It comes in Black and Chestnut (as seen on Kristin), both of which are available for purchase at Singer22.com.

Koolaburra Venus Fringe Sandal in Chestnut

Koolaburra Venus Fringe Sandal in Black

If you want these shoes, better snag them ASAP. Celebrity spotted items always get wiped clean fast. And at an accessible price of  US$130, these shoes are guaranteed to fly off the shelves.

Check out the bare faced Reese Witherspoon in this photo:

Reese Witherspoon

(photo care of Just Jared)

The 33-year old actress was spotted heading to Brentwood Country Mart last March 16, looking dressed down to the core in simple T-shirt and skirt paired with some good ol’ comfy thong sandals.

From a critic’s point of view, I am honestly not digging the T-shirt and skirt. Both look just a tad too big on her. But let’s not be too judgmental, shall we? She’s human just like the rest of us.

I do like the sandals though. I am always partial to the thong style. It looks more feminine, and it shows more skin.

If you look closely, hers is a T-strap but the side straps  (horizontal straps) that make it a T are situated at the center of the feet, closer to the front so that it is visible; quite unlike other T-shaped thong sandals wherein the side straps are closer to the heel or the back of the feet.

A closer look at Reese’s thong sandals

If you want a similar pair, you can get it from the following brands:

The closest look alike is this pair from Promiscuous. Even the buckled twin straps on the sides are present, just like Reese’s sandals. In fact, you could easily mistake it as the same pair except for the difference in sole shape.

Promiscuous Jille, US$65

This Calvin Klein Shiomi is another great option to pick; similar to Reese’s sandals except this one only has a single (and thicker) side strap and buckle.

Calvin Klein Shiomi, on sale for US$91 at Zappos.com

Last but not least, the Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Murray Zip Sandal is another good choice for those with a bigger budget. Though this style looks similar to Reese’s sandals, it offers a lot more with its zip front feature, and an additional strap that rides up higher to the ankles

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Murray Zip Sandal, US$230

By the way, Reese ran into another Hollywood celeb while she was there. Guess who it was…Goldie Hawn!

Reese and Goldie running into each other

Goldie Hawn

(Photos care of Just Jared)

I have always liked Vanessa Hudgens ever since she came out in High School Musical. A fresh and unique face with a sweet disposition, plus a very hunky boyfriend named Zac Efron, you can’t help but be a fan.

Oftentimes, pictures of her show a sweet girl, but these stills of her (courtesy of Just Jared) totally changed my opinion. She was spotted shopping (obviously in Diesel) wearing only what looked like Zac Efron’s shirt and a pair of gladiator wedges.

(Photos courtesy of Just Jared)

Vanessa Hudgens in Cynthia Vincent Twelfth St. Luella Zip Wedge Sandals

The outfit, along with her completely wild but luxurious hair, simply made her look like she just woke up from a satisfying night with Zac and decided to do some early morning shopping, no shower needed. Definitely downright sexy.

The gladiator wedge sandal is the reason why I’m writing this article by the way, so let’s get down to the details. It’s actually a pair by Cynthia Vincent called the Twelfth St. Luella Zip Wedge Sandals. The platform thickness is just right, about an inch, so don’t worry about tripping in these shoes. The wedge heel on the other hand, is at 4 inches, just high enough to make your legs look really sexy as you wear it.

Cynthia Vincent Twelfth St. Luella Zip Wedge Sandal in Cognac

Cynthia Vincent Twelfth St. Luella Zip Wedge Sandal in Black

You actually don’t need a stylist to come up with Vanessa Hudgen’s look, just grab your boyfriend’s shirt and wear these sandals. You can buy it at Singer22.com, and you have the option to choose between two colors – Black or Cognac.