Shoe Store Tips
Things to Know Before Shoe Shopping
By Desiree Stimpert, About.com Guide
http://shoes.about.com/od/shoes_store/a/shoe_store_tips.htm
While your local Target or Wal-Mart may be fine for general purpose shoes, when you're shopping for specific shoes it pays to go shopping at the right kind of shoe stores.
In addition to shoe stores having more space devoted exclusively to shoes, the selection of widths, brands, designers and sizes is far more varied than at most general or department stores.
Another advantage to shopping for shoes at actual shoe stores is the assistance you'll likely receive. While it's not always true, many shoe stores will have helpful and knowledgeable sales assistance to help with your questions about sizing and materials.
If you need a specialty shoe, such as a cowboy boot, you might have better luck skipping the shoe stores altogether and opting instead to visit a store specializing in western wear. Again, you'll most likely deal with people who specialize in the type of product you're looking for - and when is the last time you've seen a pair of ski boots at K-Mart?
Skateboarding shoes can be found at skate shops, bridal shoes at bridal shops, and so on. In short, think about the shoes you want, then find a store that is most likely to have them instead of just settling for what is available at a general store.
Shoes are an important purchase, as your feet depend on you to get the right fit and style. Remember to be particular when you're shopping for shoes, and allow yourself the time to shop for them properly.
Additional Tips for Shoes Shopping
* Schedule shopping for shoes for a day when you have plenty of time. This will allow you to try on several pairs, and even hit several stores if necessary.
* Research local specialty and shoe stores before heading out. There are stores out there you may not even know about. Use the web or yellow pages to find addresses of shoe and specialty stores.
* If you know the brand of shoe you want, or if you need a very specific shoe, you can call ahead and see if the store carries what you need, so you don't waste a drive.
* Wear the kinds of socks or hose you'll most likely wear with the shoes in the future, and be sure to take along any bulky inserts or orthotics that you'll need to wear with the shoes.
MY THOUGHTS
i am someone who does not need any shoe shopping tips. i can do that with my eyes closed. but these are very good tips. i guess it pays to know what you want (better yet, need). the worst shopping mistake you can ever make is when you just shop. no reason in particular. you end up with an extra pair (or 2). and there's no where to put them. haay!
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Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
A Unique Beautiful Shoe Experience
Custom Shoes and a Unique Shoe Experience
A new show store that allows one to create their own designer shoes has opened in Bethesda Maryland. It is the first of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard.
Bethesda, DC, December 22, 2010 --(PR.com)-- A new concept in designer women’s shoes was launched this week by Bethesda native Nina Kimmel, making it the first of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard. My Shoe Cafe, a unique build-it-yourself custom design shoe store, opened this week in the Westfield Montgomery Mall, Bethesda, Maryland. Sporting the slogan, “Where sole mates are made…”, it provides a new and creative experience for woman looking for the ultimate in personalized shoes. My Shoe Cafe is a combination of Kimmel’s love of designer shoes and a passion she developed for cafes while traveling in Europe. “For me and so other women, shoes are not just something you wear on your feet, they are a statement and reflect ones personality,” said Kimmel. “In My Shoe Cafe you become your own personal shoe designer!”
Born and raised in Bethesda, 26-year-old Kimmel’s s love affair with shoes and fashion started with her strutting around in her mother’s shoes and clothes as a youngster but developed quickly when as early as 8 years old she had the opportunity to accompany her parents to the fashion centers of Milan, Paris, Madrid and London. Nina’s favorite activity when in these cities was to look at, try on and buy shoes.
At 16 Nina’s personal shoe collection had grown to 200 pairs. While on a summer vacation in Paris with her family that same year, Nina purchased clothes and a fun pair of heels on des Champs-Elysees and then decided to show them off as she hung out at a local cafe. She concluded at this point that fashion and cafes made a perfect fit.
My Shoe Cafe offers a broad array of colors, fabrics and shoe accessories for customers to select from when “building” their own customerized shoe. One of the unique elements of the store is a full time cobbler, with 20 years experience in the shoe-making and repair business. While customers relax and sip complimentary coffee, their personalized shoes—custom made to fit each foot—are created while they wait. An additional service allows customers to bring in their existing shoes and select and add My Shoe Cafe accessories to give their shoes a new and refreshing lift. My Shoe Cafe’s spacious premises are ideal for a “girls night out” or for birthday parties, bridal showers, bachelorette parties and similar fun shoe events.
MY THOUGHTS
i like this idea. nope. that's not exactly correct. i love this idea. coffee and shoes. shoes and coffee. whichever way,love them both
A new show store that allows one to create their own designer shoes has opened in Bethesda Maryland. It is the first of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard.
Bethesda, DC, December 22, 2010 --(PR.com)-- A new concept in designer women’s shoes was launched this week by Bethesda native Nina Kimmel, making it the first of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard. My Shoe Cafe, a unique build-it-yourself custom design shoe store, opened this week in the Westfield Montgomery Mall, Bethesda, Maryland. Sporting the slogan, “Where sole mates are made…”, it provides a new and creative experience for woman looking for the ultimate in personalized shoes. My Shoe Cafe is a combination of Kimmel’s love of designer shoes and a passion she developed for cafes while traveling in Europe. “For me and so other women, shoes are not just something you wear on your feet, they are a statement and reflect ones personality,” said Kimmel. “In My Shoe Cafe you become your own personal shoe designer!”
Born and raised in Bethesda, 26-year-old Kimmel’s s love affair with shoes and fashion started with her strutting around in her mother’s shoes and clothes as a youngster but developed quickly when as early as 8 years old she had the opportunity to accompany her parents to the fashion centers of Milan, Paris, Madrid and London. Nina’s favorite activity when in these cities was to look at, try on and buy shoes.
At 16 Nina’s personal shoe collection had grown to 200 pairs. While on a summer vacation in Paris with her family that same year, Nina purchased clothes and a fun pair of heels on des Champs-Elysees and then decided to show them off as she hung out at a local cafe. She concluded at this point that fashion and cafes made a perfect fit.
My Shoe Cafe offers a broad array of colors, fabrics and shoe accessories for customers to select from when “building” their own customerized shoe. One of the unique elements of the store is a full time cobbler, with 20 years experience in the shoe-making and repair business. While customers relax and sip complimentary coffee, their personalized shoes—custom made to fit each foot—are created while they wait. An additional service allows customers to bring in their existing shoes and select and add My Shoe Cafe accessories to give their shoes a new and refreshing lift. My Shoe Cafe’s spacious premises are ideal for a “girls night out” or for birthday parties, bridal showers, bachelorette parties and similar fun shoe events.
MY THOUGHTS
i like this idea. nope. that's not exactly correct. i love this idea. coffee and shoes. shoes and coffee. whichever way,love them both
Sunday, November 28, 2010
34 minutes - the time it takes for new shoes to pinch
The average woman can stand their new pair of shoes for just 34 minutes before grimacing with pain.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/8163117/34-minutes-the-time-it-takes-for-new-shoes-to-pinch.html
Researchers have found that once they have stepped out of the taxi and into a pub or club, they survive just over half an hour before their feet start to hurt.
Four in ten said they take a spare pair of pumps 'out of habit' to change into because they know their shoes will rub.
And more than half have ended up walking home bare-foot, while one in ten have abandoned their shoes altogether or borrowed someone else's
But a survey of 4,000 women revealed a determined one fifth said the prospect of aching feet would not put them off wearing a pair of killer heels.
Erika Gibbins, podiatrist for shoe insert Insolia, said: ''So many women will be able to relate to these findings, as they've been victims of painful shoes, but persevere with them in the name of fashion.
''It's ridiculous that so many nights out are spoilt so quickly by painful shoes and it doesn't have to be this way.
''The fact the nation's women are resorting to taking a second pair of shoes, and walking home barefoot means they need to do something so they can get to enjoy nights out and not worry about their feet.''
The average woman has suffered from foot pain on at least six occasions in the last 12 months. One in ten have been carried home, while a third have deliberately chosen bars with stools to keep the weight off their feet.
Yet half said they own a pair of killer heels which hurt to wear but put up with the pain because they look great, and three in ten have worn an uncomfortable pair to prove a point to their partner.
The nationwide poll of women aged 18 to 65 found the average woman currently owns 18 pairs, typically spent £35 on each purchase and has a hoard totalling £630.
But eight in ten said they have nine pairs of shoes in their cupboard they have never worn or donned just once or twice. They also have another four pairs they deem 'too uncomfortable to wear'. That means shoe-addicts have at least £315 worth that have never seen the light of day.
It also emerged one third admit they are 'addicted to shoes' and six in ten have a special dedicated area or shelf to keep them out of harm's way.
One in five even judge another female by their footwear and one in ten reckon they're the most important part of an outfit
A quarter said they find it 'easy to justify buying shoes' and 18 per cent said no matter what, they'd throw caution to the wind and still buy themselves shoes even if money was tight.
Erika Gibbins added: ''In standard three inch heels the centre of pressure is 75 per cent on the front of the foot which is why you get that burning sensation on the ball of your foot. This can also lead to bad body alignment and leg and lower back pain.
''When you stand for a prolonged period of time the load is magnified to the point where the foot just hurts all the time.
''My advice would be to always test new shoes at home and if they feel like they might start to hurt, take precautions like fitting an insert to help realign weight.''
The study was carried out to mark the launch of Insolia inserts which claim to relieve the pain of high heels so women can wear them for up to three times longer.
MY THOUGHTS
i feel grateful that i'm way past that stage when i will sacrifice comfort for the sake of looking good. i simply don't care anymore about looking good. i don't want to look shabby but i won't go through painful shoe expereinces for the sake of fashion. having spent some time alone in some countries, i got to the habit of walking. because i was too scared to get on a bus or a commuter train and find myself lost in a strange place where i cannot read the signs and no one can tell me 'in english' how i could find my way back. walking has become a lifestyle for me. and comfortable shoes has become a necessity. i come to love those beautiful shoes that offers comfort. and they can be quite fashionable. i think i have a couple of wedges. and a couple of pumps. but flats reign.
The average woman can stand their new pair of shoes for just 34 minutes before grimacing with pain.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/8163117/34-minutes-the-time-it-takes-for-new-shoes-to-pinch.html
Researchers have found that once they have stepped out of the taxi and into a pub or club, they survive just over half an hour before their feet start to hurt.
Four in ten said they take a spare pair of pumps 'out of habit' to change into because they know their shoes will rub.
And more than half have ended up walking home bare-foot, while one in ten have abandoned their shoes altogether or borrowed someone else's
But a survey of 4,000 women revealed a determined one fifth said the prospect of aching feet would not put them off wearing a pair of killer heels.
Erika Gibbins, podiatrist for shoe insert Insolia, said: ''So many women will be able to relate to these findings, as they've been victims of painful shoes, but persevere with them in the name of fashion.
''It's ridiculous that so many nights out are spoilt so quickly by painful shoes and it doesn't have to be this way.
''The fact the nation's women are resorting to taking a second pair of shoes, and walking home barefoot means they need to do something so they can get to enjoy nights out and not worry about their feet.''
The average woman has suffered from foot pain on at least six occasions in the last 12 months. One in ten have been carried home, while a third have deliberately chosen bars with stools to keep the weight off their feet.
Yet half said they own a pair of killer heels which hurt to wear but put up with the pain because they look great, and three in ten have worn an uncomfortable pair to prove a point to their partner.
The nationwide poll of women aged 18 to 65 found the average woman currently owns 18 pairs, typically spent £35 on each purchase and has a hoard totalling £630.
But eight in ten said they have nine pairs of shoes in their cupboard they have never worn or donned just once or twice. They also have another four pairs they deem 'too uncomfortable to wear'. That means shoe-addicts have at least £315 worth that have never seen the light of day.
It also emerged one third admit they are 'addicted to shoes' and six in ten have a special dedicated area or shelf to keep them out of harm's way.
One in five even judge another female by their footwear and one in ten reckon they're the most important part of an outfit
A quarter said they find it 'easy to justify buying shoes' and 18 per cent said no matter what, they'd throw caution to the wind and still buy themselves shoes even if money was tight.
Erika Gibbins added: ''In standard three inch heels the centre of pressure is 75 per cent on the front of the foot which is why you get that burning sensation on the ball of your foot. This can also lead to bad body alignment and leg and lower back pain.
''When you stand for a prolonged period of time the load is magnified to the point where the foot just hurts all the time.
''My advice would be to always test new shoes at home and if they feel like they might start to hurt, take precautions like fitting an insert to help realign weight.''
The study was carried out to mark the launch of Insolia inserts which claim to relieve the pain of high heels so women can wear them for up to three times longer.
MY THOUGHTS
i feel grateful that i'm way past that stage when i will sacrifice comfort for the sake of looking good. i simply don't care anymore about looking good. i don't want to look shabby but i won't go through painful shoe expereinces for the sake of fashion. having spent some time alone in some countries, i got to the habit of walking. because i was too scared to get on a bus or a commuter train and find myself lost in a strange place where i cannot read the signs and no one can tell me 'in english' how i could find my way back. walking has become a lifestyle for me. and comfortable shoes has become a necessity. i come to love those beautiful shoes that offers comfort. and they can be quite fashionable. i think i have a couple of wedges. and a couple of pumps. but flats reign.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
shoes changing your life?
Shoes In 2010
from lifestyle lounge
Everybody knows the story of Cinderella and how after many hardships, she was able to find her Prince Charming and live happily ever after. The moral may be anything from the need to be good hearted to the triumph of good over evil. However, one thing, which skipped our mind, is that “a pair of shoes can change your life.” Actually, Cinderella story is a classic example of the importance of shoes in our lives. It is no wonder why shoes are given a special place in the fashion world. You can never have too many good friends and too many good shoes. And when this is the matter, how come all the fashionistas be satisfied with just one type of the shoes. Every year designers brings the latest fad in for us and this year too is not an exception. The Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer 2010 shows in London, New York, Paris and Milan did actually brought out many trends with all new styles, hues, patterns and idée. So what are you waiting for? Read on to know the shoes trends in 2010 and get ready to transform your wardrobe.
Shoes Trend For 2010
Booties/ Ankle Boots
The first name, which comes to mind when you talk about shoe trends for 2010, is booties. Also a slang for a “hot girlfriend’, the amalgamation of shoe and boots, the booties are haute this year. Booties are not only comfortable but also look chic and stylish. Moreover, they are available in different versions ranging from fancy, retro, trendy, and sleek. They would go with anything you wear, be it skirt, pants, jeans to dresses and would up the style quotient by high measures. You could go for suede booties, booties with bows, with open toes, strapped booties, with platform, with ties, cutout booties, ruffled ones, velvet lace ups, cage booties, and even with feathers and glitters. The best buy of booties this year would be from Chloe, Roberto Cavalli, Prada, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Pucci, Marni and Calvin Klein, Nina Ricci.
High Heel Platform Sandals
While the last year was all about soaring heights with heels, this year is about supporting the heels with platforms. The platform heels with 4 inches or more are about to rule the roost this fall and summer. These platform heels not only look chic and sexy but also are not as uncomfortable as stilettos. The colors that would be the rage this season for high heel platforms sandals especially in spring are bright colors like cherry red, fuchsia, turquoise, silver, gold, and yellow. Subtle colors like white, beige, black, grey, auburn etc will also be seen especially in early winters. Burgundy, coral reds, orange shades, sandals with blue tones etc will also be ‘in’ for 2010. Sling back platforms, peep-toed platforms, and sandals with bows in leather or suede, platforms with sequins, platforms with straps, wraparound strappy sandals, cage sandals, croc embossed, etc not only look chic and sophisticated but also a little bit racy. The best buys for these kinds of shoes are Macy’s (especially the Paris Hilton brand), Valentino, Fendi, Olympia Maxine’s collection of sandals, Nanette Lepore’s, Gucci, Miu Miu etc.
High Boots
Be it knee-high boots or thigh high ones, the boots are all over the ramps and in almost all the fall and autumn collections of designer this year. Be it the Louis Vuitton’s fall collection, Prada’s, Fendi’s, Chanel’s, everywhere the winter collection of shoes consisted of high boots. Although winter collections are mostly drab as compared to the spring and summer trends, this year the dowdiness has seen backstage and many outrageous yet chic, traditional and sexy changes has been seen in the shoes ala carte 2010. Knee high or over knee or thigh high boots in leather, suede, shearling, drap, lace or silk with round or tapering toes in olive green, maroons, brown, black, grey, and even gold color would be in rage for a “stand out” look. You could pair them with short dresses, minis, skinny jeans, tights, or even long socks. Boots by Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Hermes, Giuseppe Zanotti, Lacoste, Alexander McQueen, Mark Jacobs, etc would be the best buy for 2010.
Flat Thong Sandals/Slides
A relief from the towering heels, comfort is the keyword for the fashion trend this year. Designers are choosing comfort and practicality over motley and strange forms of last year. An easy to wear flat thong sandals in colorful patterns would be an ideal footwear for the spring. However the thongs slip on’s and sandals in bright colors with beads and jewels would be an “in” thing 2010 spring and summer. These versatile shoes not only makes the feet look beautiful but they are also perfect for casual summer parties. The Brazilian style flip-flops and thong sandals would be your best bet this year. Britney Spears, Jennifer Anniston, Heidi Klum, Gwen Stefani, and many other celebrities also love these flat thong sandals and so pick your style and match your steps with them.
Stilettos
Although it is said that fashion is fickle, there are some things which never go out of fashion. Stilettos are one such thing. Those fans of these kinds of shoes can heave a sigh of relief with Victoria Beckham. Even if these shoes aren’t too healthy for your legs, it is important to have few pairs of stilettos in your closet. These are ideal for night outs and also make a classic option for job interviews. The trend of the stilettos 2010 are square or trapezoid heel of 6-inch stilettos in glossy or fake croc leather.
Mary Jane
Mary Jane would continue to feature in any fashionista’s wardrobe. However, this year will see a difference from the goody-two-shoes Mary Jane of a schoolgirl towards a punk mode. This year will feature retro peep toe with chunky buckles with colorful stripes in skyscraper heels. Although the former feminine looking Mary Jane would continue, glossy leather, multihued feature with sometimes, open toes will add a flirty tone to otherwise, sophisticated shoes. The best buy for Mary Jane would be from Guess, Fergie, Nine West, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Banana Republic, Nicole Richie’s Winter Kate Collection etc.
Lace Pumps
Lace is the key element in the autumn/winter collection of almost all the designers and this chic and sexy trend is believed to continue for spring/summer 2010 too. So if you are a fan of laces and love the translucent fabric, then this year fashion is custom made for you. Lace Pumps from Christian Louboutin, Valentino, Nina Ricci, etc will give you a romantic and fancy touch to your overall look. For a DIY look, you can cut up your lace and make pretty lacewings on your old stilettos.
Fringed Footwear
If you are the one who digs bohemian style, here is good news for you. The 70’s look of fringes is back and that too with a bang. In all the fashion weeks of autumn/winter and spring/summer, fringed footwear has offered their attendance. Be it pumps, booties, boots, everything is flaunting fringed look. The best colors for fringed footwear would be olive green, brown, black, petrol green, russet, auburn, cocoa etc. the best buy would be from Marc by Marc Jacobs, Mineetonka etc.
Other types of shoes, which would be in vogue this year, are boots with studs and rivets, suede shoes and menswear inspired oxford high heels with lace up.
MY THOUGHTS
Shoes are shoes. I love them. in whatever form. i love pumps best though. I don't know about shoes changing one's life. a changed life though can change the way you choose your shoes.
from lifestyle lounge
Everybody knows the story of Cinderella and how after many hardships, she was able to find her Prince Charming and live happily ever after. The moral may be anything from the need to be good hearted to the triumph of good over evil. However, one thing, which skipped our mind, is that “a pair of shoes can change your life.” Actually, Cinderella story is a classic example of the importance of shoes in our lives. It is no wonder why shoes are given a special place in the fashion world. You can never have too many good friends and too many good shoes. And when this is the matter, how come all the fashionistas be satisfied with just one type of the shoes. Every year designers brings the latest fad in for us and this year too is not an exception. The Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer 2010 shows in London, New York, Paris and Milan did actually brought out many trends with all new styles, hues, patterns and idée. So what are you waiting for? Read on to know the shoes trends in 2010 and get ready to transform your wardrobe.
Shoes Trend For 2010
Booties/ Ankle Boots
The first name, which comes to mind when you talk about shoe trends for 2010, is booties. Also a slang for a “hot girlfriend’, the amalgamation of shoe and boots, the booties are haute this year. Booties are not only comfortable but also look chic and stylish. Moreover, they are available in different versions ranging from fancy, retro, trendy, and sleek. They would go with anything you wear, be it skirt, pants, jeans to dresses and would up the style quotient by high measures. You could go for suede booties, booties with bows, with open toes, strapped booties, with platform, with ties, cutout booties, ruffled ones, velvet lace ups, cage booties, and even with feathers and glitters. The best buy of booties this year would be from Chloe, Roberto Cavalli, Prada, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Pucci, Marni and Calvin Klein, Nina Ricci.
High Heel Platform Sandals
While the last year was all about soaring heights with heels, this year is about supporting the heels with platforms. The platform heels with 4 inches or more are about to rule the roost this fall and summer. These platform heels not only look chic and sexy but also are not as uncomfortable as stilettos. The colors that would be the rage this season for high heel platforms sandals especially in spring are bright colors like cherry red, fuchsia, turquoise, silver, gold, and yellow. Subtle colors like white, beige, black, grey, auburn etc will also be seen especially in early winters. Burgundy, coral reds, orange shades, sandals with blue tones etc will also be ‘in’ for 2010. Sling back platforms, peep-toed platforms, and sandals with bows in leather or suede, platforms with sequins, platforms with straps, wraparound strappy sandals, cage sandals, croc embossed, etc not only look chic and sophisticated but also a little bit racy. The best buys for these kinds of shoes are Macy’s (especially the Paris Hilton brand), Valentino, Fendi, Olympia Maxine’s collection of sandals, Nanette Lepore’s, Gucci, Miu Miu etc.
High Boots
Be it knee-high boots or thigh high ones, the boots are all over the ramps and in almost all the fall and autumn collections of designer this year. Be it the Louis Vuitton’s fall collection, Prada’s, Fendi’s, Chanel’s, everywhere the winter collection of shoes consisted of high boots. Although winter collections are mostly drab as compared to the spring and summer trends, this year the dowdiness has seen backstage and many outrageous yet chic, traditional and sexy changes has been seen in the shoes ala carte 2010. Knee high or over knee or thigh high boots in leather, suede, shearling, drap, lace or silk with round or tapering toes in olive green, maroons, brown, black, grey, and even gold color would be in rage for a “stand out” look. You could pair them with short dresses, minis, skinny jeans, tights, or even long socks. Boots by Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Hermes, Giuseppe Zanotti, Lacoste, Alexander McQueen, Mark Jacobs, etc would be the best buy for 2010.
Flat Thong Sandals/Slides
A relief from the towering heels, comfort is the keyword for the fashion trend this year. Designers are choosing comfort and practicality over motley and strange forms of last year. An easy to wear flat thong sandals in colorful patterns would be an ideal footwear for the spring. However the thongs slip on’s and sandals in bright colors with beads and jewels would be an “in” thing 2010 spring and summer. These versatile shoes not only makes the feet look beautiful but they are also perfect for casual summer parties. The Brazilian style flip-flops and thong sandals would be your best bet this year. Britney Spears, Jennifer Anniston, Heidi Klum, Gwen Stefani, and many other celebrities also love these flat thong sandals and so pick your style and match your steps with them.
Stilettos
Although it is said that fashion is fickle, there are some things which never go out of fashion. Stilettos are one such thing. Those fans of these kinds of shoes can heave a sigh of relief with Victoria Beckham. Even if these shoes aren’t too healthy for your legs, it is important to have few pairs of stilettos in your closet. These are ideal for night outs and also make a classic option for job interviews. The trend of the stilettos 2010 are square or trapezoid heel of 6-inch stilettos in glossy or fake croc leather.
Mary Jane
Mary Jane would continue to feature in any fashionista’s wardrobe. However, this year will see a difference from the goody-two-shoes Mary Jane of a schoolgirl towards a punk mode. This year will feature retro peep toe with chunky buckles with colorful stripes in skyscraper heels. Although the former feminine looking Mary Jane would continue, glossy leather, multihued feature with sometimes, open toes will add a flirty tone to otherwise, sophisticated shoes. The best buy for Mary Jane would be from Guess, Fergie, Nine West, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Banana Republic, Nicole Richie’s Winter Kate Collection etc.
Lace Pumps
Lace is the key element in the autumn/winter collection of almost all the designers and this chic and sexy trend is believed to continue for spring/summer 2010 too. So if you are a fan of laces and love the translucent fabric, then this year fashion is custom made for you. Lace Pumps from Christian Louboutin, Valentino, Nina Ricci, etc will give you a romantic and fancy touch to your overall look. For a DIY look, you can cut up your lace and make pretty lacewings on your old stilettos.
Fringed Footwear
If you are the one who digs bohemian style, here is good news for you. The 70’s look of fringes is back and that too with a bang. In all the fashion weeks of autumn/winter and spring/summer, fringed footwear has offered their attendance. Be it pumps, booties, boots, everything is flaunting fringed look. The best colors for fringed footwear would be olive green, brown, black, petrol green, russet, auburn, cocoa etc. the best buy would be from Marc by Marc Jacobs, Mineetonka etc.
Other types of shoes, which would be in vogue this year, are boots with studs and rivets, suede shoes and menswear inspired oxford high heels with lace up.
MY THOUGHTS
Shoes are shoes. I love them. in whatever form. i love pumps best though. I don't know about shoes changing one's life. a changed life though can change the way you choose your shoes.
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