Cardi B Named Footwear News’ Style Influencer of the Year

Cardi B’s kickin style is being honored…

The 28-year-old half-Dominican American rap superstar has been given a special award as part of Footwear NewsFN Achievement Awards.

Cardi B Balenciaga

The “WAP” singer has been named Style Influencer of the Year, which is no surprise as she’s always including high-end kicks in her lyrics (red bottoms and those Balenciagas, the ones that look like socks).

On November 13, Cardi B will be dropping a full collaboration with Reebok, which she announced on her birthday earlier this month. The Cardi B Club C sneakers feature a black and white design with a see-through sole, and are available in toddler and adult sizes, costing $50 and $100, respectively.

“I’ve always been into fashion. Back then, I couldn’t afford what I wanted, now I can. It’s easier and I have more connections with brands,” Cardi B told Footwear News. “I could wear the most uncomfortable shoe and I’m just going to take it and love it because it’s fashion, it’s beauty, it’s amazing, it’s different. I get bored, so that’s when me and my stylist [Kollin Carter], we get creative and come up with something new and amazing.”

Cardi will accept the honor during the first virtual FNAAs on December 8.

Blahnik to Debut Capsule Collection of Evening Bags

Manolo Blahnik has it in the bag

The 72-year-old Spanish fashion designer, the founder of the self-named, high-end shoe brand, will be debuting a capsule collection of evening bags inspired by his most iconic shoe styles.

Manolo Blahnik

Says Blahnik of his latest creations: “Every woman needs a jewel. Something very special and beautiful. There is nothing more stunning than a feminine hand holding a gem-like object.”

In Sex and the City, Blahniks shoe designs are a particular favorite of the show’s star character Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) and as a result are mentioned frequently.

He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Footwear News in 2011.