boot camp

Hello lovers,

I hope you enjoyed summer so far and I really hope you made it ok through the heats our little planet has been treating us to.

As for the lovely shoes, there are pleanty of things to catch up on, since we have to hurry stocking up for autumn. So, lets begin!

You should have noticed by now that one of this season's trends is chunky, manly, army inspired shoes. All major designers and brands have contributed to this trend, creating some very massive and heavy shoes. However, it is amazing how suited they are even on the gentle feet and ankle of a woman/girl - nothing can compare to the beautiful contrast of a heavy shoe against the delicacy of a woman.
These shoes also represent a very strong statement a girl can make through fashion. That is why one shy girl can never wear them.
But they are the perfect choice if you feel bored of the chic and simple shoes, of the pastels, nudes and flowers summer's been treating us to. Just slip inside some of the next season's heavy shoes and feel empowered.
As usual, I have chosen my favourite ones, but feel free to send me others, should you have your own favourites.

Alaia - Lace-up suede boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Tory Burch - Martina Lace-up Leather Boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Diane von Furstenberg - Nubuck Lace-up boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Azura - Lace-up Boot
(here, on nastygirl)
Prague - Combat Boot
(here, on nastygirl)
Jimmy Choo - Trixie Suede Shearling Ankle Boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Mango - Ines C Suede Ski Heeled Ankle Boots
(here, on Asos)
DV - Prince Heeled Leather Hiker Boots
(here, on Asos)
Asos - Avalanche Ski Hook Ankle Boot
(here, on Asos)

Aldo - Tyms Zip Detail Ankle Boot
(here, on Asos)
Burberry - Shearling Low Boots
(here, on LuisaViaRoma)
Nicholas Kirkwood - 120mm Nicholas Kirkwood for Edem Boots
(here, on LuisaViaRoma)
Dquared - Calf and Nylos Boots
(here, on LuisaViaRoma)

So, what do you think? Are you planning on buying and wearing some of these shoes with attitude?

xx

meshing around

Hi there, shoe lovers,

Don't know if you've noticed but the fashion industry, especially the shoe branch, is trying to create pieces which seem simple and clean, leaving aside the opulent items. But do not be tricked! You will be amazed by the value and beauty of these beautiful things. Simple does not mean cheap or kitsch; sometimes, it is the best way to go (and of course, you are well aware of the designers who have made a religion out of clean, simple pieces - such as Calvin Klein, Jill Sander ecc.).

When it comes to shoes, I definitely think that less is more! Think about a simple but chic peep-toe shoe, prefferably in a nude shade - what more could you ask for?

Some (shoe) designers have thought of bringing fashion closer to the buyer and what better way to do this than using simple, usual fabrics? Mesh is definitely the preffered fabric designers have begun to use to make incredibly beutiful shoes, yet so very down-to-earth and accessible.

I have tired to make a selection of the shoes which follow this trend. However, it has become so used, that I cannot even pretend to cover it all:

Stella McCartney Mesh Open-Toe Ankle Boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Jil Sander Leather Mesh Brogues
(here, on net-a-porter)
Brian Atwood Gaga studded mesh ankle boots
(here, on net-a-porter)
Asos Scandal Suede and Mesh Zip Back High Shoes
(here, on Asos)
Diesel Black Gold Nightspot Rope and Mesh Heeled Sandal
(here, on Asos)
F-Troupe Mesh Ruffle Flat Sandal
(here, on Asos)
Azzedine Alaia Suede Mesh Peep-Toe Boots
(here, on matchesfashion.com)

Hope you enjoy them!

And let me wish you all the good luck finding the sales pieces you want! :-)