Shoe Addicts' Obsession Revealed in Documentary 'God Save My Shoes' | Video - ABC News

Shoe Addicts' Obsession Revealed in Documentary 'God Save My Shoes' | Video - ABC News

Now playing in limited release .... can't wait to see this documentary when it comes to a theater near me!
Anyone see it yet?

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Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

"God Save my Shoes" - Beth Shak really loves her shoes! Director's Diary Episode 7: The Queen of Spade

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Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

OUT FOR AN EXTENDED LUNCH ... HOPING TO ...

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Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

IS EVERYTHING OLD NEW AGAIN? SHOE FASHIONS CIRCA 1950s

Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK: 10 Moments in Time | Saks POV

                        
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   10 Moments in Time | Saks POV

Thank you shutterbug Kristen Somady Whalen for sharing your New York "moments" .... love it all!!


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Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

FEBRUARY CHARITY EVENT @ SAKS

SUPPORT YOUR CHOICE OF CHARITIES @ SAKS

When a customer shops at Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Desert and uses their
Saks account from 2/1/12 to 2/29/12, Saks will donate 5% of the total 
purchases to charity.

Virginia Waring Piano Competition

Encourages and promotes musical culture in the Southern California Desert through its

educational outreach programs and by holding a biennial piano competition with

participants from around the world.

College of the Desert Foundation

College of the Desert Foundation helps ensure COD can provide the educated

workforce that serves as the engine for the region's economic growth, Our impact is

significant throughout the valley, We are training and educating the next generation of

clean technology professionals, childcare providers, allied healthcare workers,

architects, golf professionals and programmers to build the next web-based platforms.

Shelter from the Storm

Provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence-professionally,

ethically, and compassionately.

National Charity League, Inc., Palm Springs Chapter

Its goal is to foster the mother-daughter relationship in a philanthropic organization

committed to community service, leadership.development and cultural experiences.

AIDS Assistance Program

The AIDS Assistance Program is a non-profit volunteer-driven organization with the

goal of providing support to low-income men, women, and children living with

HIV/ AIDS in-the Greater Palm Springs Area.

Thank you to each one of our very generous and giving Saks shoppers!  

                             -------------->  Mary Lou @ Saks


Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

SAKS DOUBLE POINTS 3-DAY EVENT, JANUARY 26 - 28, 2012

Why just shop when you can shop AND be rewarded during Saks Fifth Avenue cardholders DOUBLE POINTS EVENT!  
Use your Saks account and earn double points.




Pre-Sell:  Monday, January 23 through Wednesday, January 25, 2012.  
Shop early during pre-sell for your favorite size and colors and receive your reward, pick up or send during the event.

Purchase these cool BRIAN ATWOOD color block platform wedges and earn double points during event!!!

Double Points Event : Thursday, January 26 through Saturday, January 28, 2012.
Last double point event prior to the issuance of your annual rewards card February.  If you're looking to add to your total reward, this is your chance!


As always, I look forward to seeing you there!!


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Mary Lou @ Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue

Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

JOIN US TO PREVIEW: THE WIZARD OF OZ - RUBY SLIPPER COLLECTION @ SAKS PALM DESERT, THURSDAY, JANUARY 5 - TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2012

Above: Faded ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz, designed by Hollywood costume designer Gilbert Adrian, 1938. His first Arabian-style test pair was deemed too exotic for Dorothy (now in a Private collection.)

Warner Bros. Consumer Products and CRYSTALLIZED(TM) - Swarovski Elements Embark on a Ruby Crystal-Studded 70th Anniversary Celebration of The Wizard of Oz"If Dorothy were living in the 21st century, what would she wear?" is the question being answered by The Wizard of Oz Ruby Slipper Collection, a creative re-interpretation of one of film's most iconic and revered symbols that has captured the hearts and imaginations of people the world over.

Warner Bros. Consumer Products in partnership with CRYSTALLIZED(TM) - Swarovski Elements, have invited the world's top shoe designers to reinterpret Dorothy's iconic Ruby Slippers for modern times.

"The Wizard of Oz is a quintessential and endearing story that has touched countless people all over the world during the last 70 years," said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President of Domestic Licensing and Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "We are proud to be the stewards of this timeless classic and are excited to share with fans the beautiful and fun modern interpretations of Dorothy's Ruby Slipper with this exciting new collection."

The designers have been granted creative license and access to unlimited CRYSTALLIZED(TM) - Swarovski Elements to re-imagine Dorothy's design with their own modern vision of the sparkling Ruby Slipper.

Nadja Swarovski adds, "We're thrilled to turn fashion's spotlight on the most iconic pair of shoes, Dorothy's Ruby Slippers."  As Hollywood's premier crystal purveyor, Swarovski feels privileged to be a sparkling element of the original pair and now to new creative interpretations of the Ruby Slipper for the 21st century by talented designers.

Steve Sadove, Chairman and CEO of Saks Fifth Avenue said, "We are so pleased to be hosting such a creative and innovative tribute to the American classic film The Wizard of Oz. The Ruby Slippers play an integral role in the film and Saks Fifth Avenue is honored to be the destination for the most celebrated designers and their contemporary take on these iconic shoes."


The Wizard of Oz Ruby Slipper Collection will be on display for one week Thursday, January 5 through Tuesday, January 17, 2012.

Stop by to view this fabulous collection of modern Ruby Slippers and framed art while it's here @ Saks 10022-SHOE Salon, Palm Desert!

Look forward to seeing you there...be sure to look me up and say hello!!!  
-----------> Mary Lou @ Saks

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

AFTER CHRISTMAS SALE

After Christmas shoe sale starts December 26 @ 8 a.m.  Store open until 8 p.m. on the 26th.  Happy holidays to you all and I hope to see you at the store!

Mary Lou @ Saks




Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

EVEN SANTA SHOPS FOR SHOES @ SAKS!

Thanks Santa ...... I've been a good girl and remember what I wished for please!

Happy Holidays to all, Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

Mary Lou @ Saks




SANTA'S GONE TO THE DOGS!  I'VE BEEN A GOOD PAL SANTA, PLEASE BRING ME SOME TREATS!  WOOF WOOF!

CHRISTMAS PORTRAITS OUTSIDE SAKS WITH SANTA 12.17.11

Going out to see Santa doggone it!

I've been good Santa, really!

Let's see, some biscuits, a new chew toy and a cool new outfit. Please Santa?

Hey Cutie, Santa's gonna love you!

Waiting to tell Santa what we want for Christmas.

I love this holiday Season!  Please stop in and say hello.  Be safe and happy and stay healthy my friends!

Mary Lou @ Saks


Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

BRIGHT IS THE WORD FOR SPRING!!!

Fendi pumps so bright they just might stop traffic!!
Stop by the 10022-SHOE Salon in Palm Desert and
check out these and all the other fabulous bright colors
by hot designers that are just right for the shoe Fashionista
on track with the latest trend!!!

Chanel, Prada, Miu Miu, Jimmy Choo, Valentino,
Yves Saint Laurent, Giussepe Zanotti, B by Brian Atwood,
Fendi, Gucci, Sergio Rossi, Alexandre Birman.

My pleasure to give you a personal tour.

Happy Holiday Season ....... Mary Lou  @ Saks

     

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

SHOE SALE IN PROGRESS

SALE racks are UP ............ sale this Friday, November 25th.

Presale in progress now for
DESIGNER SHOE SALE 30% OFF
November 30 - December 2nd.

Come check it out and please ask for me!!

Have a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING and special time with family and friends.

                                                                            Cheers ..... Mary Lou @ Saks   

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

Sexiest Shoe of 2011 Goes to Valentino’s Platform Lace Pump

Voted #1 VALENTINO and #2 JIMMY CHOO can be seen @ Saks in Palm Desert.

(Click link below for story)

 Shoe of 2011 Goes to Valentino’s Platform Lace Pump | Hakuna Matata Philippines

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

PRADA CRUISE COLLECTION - SAKS EXCLUSIVE

Prada
Python Stamped Leather & Cork Wedge Sandals
Exclusive @ Saks
Python-stamped criss-cross style with cork wedge and espadrille detail.

• Cork and hemp-covered wedge, 4" (100mm)
• Cork and hemp-covered platform, 1" (25mm)
• Compares to a 3" heel (75mm)
• Python-stamped leather upper
• Leather lining
• Rubber sole
• Padded insole
• Made in Italy
• $460.00  

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

YOU'RE INVITED ~ NOVEMBER 18TH ~ CHANEL ~ PREVIEW CRUISE 2012 READY-TO-WEAR, ACCESSORIES & SHOES @ SAKS

   

Friday, November 18, 2011

10 to 5

Enjoy informal modeling

1 to 4

Ready-to-Wear on Two

Accessories on One

Shoes on One

@ Saks
Palm Desert

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

"God Save My Shoes" Trailer - Watching for Release Date

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 - YOU'RE INVITED! YVES SAINT LAURENT 2012 SPRING RESORT/CRUISE TRUNK SHOW @ SAKS

Please join us Tuesday, November 15, 3-4 pm in our 10022-SHOE Salon @ SAKS Palm Desert for the
YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring Resort/Cruise 2012 TRUNK SHOW!

Sip champagne and enjoy New York macaroons in our beautiful new Salon while you feast your eyes on a preview of YSL's new footwear line-up for Spring 2012.

Pictured below is Shania Twain in her YSL Tributes!  She loves them and so do we.

Shania Twain

Shania in her YSL Tributes

 Look forward to seeing you there .............................


Mary Lou @ Saks

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

FUN TIME HAD BY ALL AT OUR GRAND OPENING PARTY!

THANK YOU to those who attended last night's party celebrating our new 10022-SHOE Salon.   


The Art of Sax sounded GREAT, "shoeologist" Kathleen did a bang up job, the creative "shoe" cakes looked fabulous, and the line up for cocktails poured through the shoe ice sculpture spoke for itself!  Delicious hors d'oeuvres and whiskey tasting pleased our happy guests.  




The new Salon looked beautiful and was the star of the show.  Great to see old friends and to meet new ones.  It was fun .... thanks for coming!!


Hope to see you all again soon.  


Cheers ............  Mary Lou @ Saks

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THIS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2011 5-8 PM

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE INVITES YOU TO THE 

GRAND OPENING OF OUR BEAUTIFUL NEW 

10022-SHOE SALON

Thursday, November 10th Palm Desert 

5-8 pm

IMAGE BY ETHAN KAMINSKY

Enjoy Crater Lake cocktails, 
delicious hors d' oeuvres from 
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant and 
Ruth's Chris Steak House.

Music by Art of Sax.

Find your personal shoe style with Jimmy Choo shoeologist and fashion blogger Kathleen Sullivan.

Silent auction of Shoe shaped desserts created by local pastry chefs. 

Proceeds benefit the Fashion Group Foundation Scholarship program.

For more information or to RSVP by November 7th 
please call 760-837-2903. 

Be sure to look for me to say hello!!!  I look forward to seeing you there for a fun evening!!     

                               ---------------------------->  Mary Lou @ Saks

Mary Lou @ Saks

Saks Fifth Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
760-837-2650

Best Foot Forward

Hunting Season Opens on Trophy Shoes

BY JORIE PARR

It’s a path to paradise for the shoe obsessed — actually for anyone who sees that fashion starts from the ground up. Walk into the vastly expanded and opulently re-imagined footwear department at Saks Fifth Avenue at the Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert and prepare to have the heart beat faster. Sink down on a banquette and enjoy.

From the bubble serpentine chandeliers and spherical “chiffon” lighting fixtures by Charles Loomis overhead down to the rugs woven in Tibet, the ambiance transcends everyday reality. The fabled eighth floor of the New York Saks, so big it has its own zip code, 10022-SHOE, inspired the décor. But the wall art, some curated from desert galleries, has its own western flair.

Astride saarinem tables, trophy shoes by a galaxy of designers lure the eye. A fantasy glitter suede Chanel pump, a beruffled Guiseppe Zanotti sandal, a Prada leopard-spotted bootie. Luxe labels also include YSL, Brian Atwood, Miu Miu, Manolo Blanik, the rising star Alexandre Birman, and others.

“Shoes are in my blood,” department manager Paula Maietta says. She has devoted a 35-year career to her favorite accessory. Currently, she sees the wedge as the top silhouette “in boots, pumps, sandals, and oxford-style shoes.” Platforms, like the wedge, prevail into spring 2012. That’s when she forecasts “lots and lots of color. It all works for the desert.”

The grand opening for the new footwear scene at Saks takes place Nov. 10 from 2 to 8 p.m., with a ribbon cutting, visiting dignitaries, and “shoeology” session with Jimmy Choo’s Christine Marconi. Look for live entertainment, food and beverages, and a “man cave” refuge for gentlemen from 5 to 8 p.m. And local pastry chefs compete in a shoe-shaped dessert contents.

As objects of desire, shoes can adorn the mantle as sculpture, as well as glorify the feet. You don’t have to lose weight to slip into them. They can take your plainest outfit to great heights. Step into a pair of kick-derriere shoes and you’re ready to conquer.

Saks Fifth Avenue, 73555 El Paseo,
Palm Desert. 1-760-837-2900;
www.saksfifthavenue.com

**This article appears in the November 2011 issue of Desert Guide