I Heart New York

To the Grand Mademoiselle, Manhattan is the center of the universe. The bustling chaos of Grand Central, the easy elegance of Madison Avenue, the kitschy storefronts trimming Sixth and 23rd, the silence of Soho at dawn … Manhattan is bursting with life while exuding the deep and pervasive aroma of a rich and mysterious history. The feeling of Manhattan is singularly distinct from that of any other metropolis, and above all, it has heart. For those of us who believe that fashion enhances not only the quality of life, but also captures the mood of existence, there is no tribute to Manhattan more fitting than a line of shoes named after the streets of Greenwich Village.

Designer Matt Bernson’s fall 2007 collection is sprinkled with charming flats, adorned with coquettish beads, handsome gold studs, and surprisingly demure animal prints. Bernson’s collection is a breath of fresh fall air, lifting the Grand M from her flats ennui by delivering a subtle yet well-placed kick to the current standard. These gorgeous shoes aren’t just another slew of round-toes, made different only by the size of the buckle or gem glued on top. Bernson adds a high dose of real thought and inspiration, witnessed by gently tulip-shaped silhouettes, striking peep-toes, and a devout minimalism with a trained eye toward the feminine.
In the Grand M’s opinion, Bernson’s flats are successful and appealing by virtue of their city of inheritance; slip on a pair and be transported to the shady streets of Greenwich Village. Bernson has done Grand M’s everywhere a tremendous favor – turn any old road into Minetta, Franklin, or Delancey and let the romance and grit of the Village fill your heart from the ground up.

Explore the entire collection at www.mattbernson.com and visit www.barefoottess.com to purchase these fabulous flats in Grand M sizes.