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03rd Jun2012

Top Boot Trends for Winter

by Vercess

If you want a selection of the best winter boots, then you need to choose high quality products that will last you the entire season. Winter boots should have thick soles that will give you a grip on slippery pavements. They should also be able comfortable and all weather proof.

The best boots to wear during the winter are leather boots. One of the trendiest styles this winter are cowboy inspired boots.These can come with one to three inch heels, but no more! These shoes are meant for running around all day in the city. Check out our Ramarim leather boots cowboy inspired boots!

Leather boots can come in a variety of dressier styles too. For example, ankle boots with a stiletto heel will look great with your club wear. Think hardware for the embellishments on your ankle boots such as zippers, chains, straps and studs. My favourite is the Ramarim Black leather boots with pink trims! Edgy and rough on the outside but feels like stepping on pillows on the inside.

There are plenty of wedge heels to go around as well. These will be featured in ankle boots up to thigh highs. If you are in the mood for a functional boot that will give you an edge on height, then a lace up wedge boot is what you need. You can find these boots in a variety of colors and materials. Just ensure that the heel is not too high and that you are able to walk comfortably. Check out these Vizzano lace up wedge ankle boots that are selling like hotcakes.

As for more classic boots, you can always choose brown or black leather knee boots. These boots look great with everything from jeans to a little black dress. You can count on them to carry you through the season and for many to come. Check out Vangoh’s stunning knee high leather boots – they are unique and will definitely be a stand out!

If you want to be on top of the fashion trends, then get a pair of boots that features buckled straps or a wedge heels. This will give your boots an edge over the classic styles you see every year.

Category : Boots, Shoes

Tags : boots, designer shoes, leather, leather boots, Ramarim, Van goh shoes, Vizzano, wedges

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29th Jan2012

Integrating Shoe Storage

by Felicia

I often thought about ways to integrate stylish shoe storage solutions as part of my home décor. Just like how art-lovers would proudly cover their walls with beautiful paintings, it is possible to show off your beautiful shoes with some creative ideas. Moreover, it is best to keep shoes within sight, so that you can always look at them and visualize how you can match (or mismatch) your footwear for a fun outfit.

Shoe Storage Wheel

These shoe storage wheels are sold in a UK store, call Lok’nStore. I like the fun design for both its look and functionality. The top full wheel has got grills to allow shoes to air. The wheels add great mobility to the storage- if you love shifting and changing things around the house like me. If you have a “handyman” (the endearing boyfriend or husband), try convincing them to mount these onto the wall for an interesting feature display!

Old Book Shelf

Bookshelves come in pretty cheap flat packs today that are easy to assemble. Why not grab one for your high heels storage/ display? I love how the top shelf is used to display other little knick knacks. This can be displayed in the living area, or, if you are fortunate enough to have a large walk-in robe, use it as a divider to section the area. Possibilities are endless!

Pigeonhole

Cylinders

If you have got numerous pairs of shoes, a vintage pigeonhole shelf like above would be a wonderful way to stash them away in a neat and orderly fashion.

Shoe Cabinet.

These cylinder shelves have a better height than the pigeon-holes, making it a good option for ankle boots, wedges or high heels.

Glass cabinets, although alot more difficult to assemble, are wonderful for shoe display and prevent dust collection. On the average, I buy between 1-2 pairs of designer shoes a year. Perhaps, in ten years’ time, I’ll have a decent collection to fill this glass cabinet display!

Floor to Ceiling Shelf

Well, this is my dream display- a floor-to-ceiling shoe rack! If I have that many pairs of shoes… I can picture what fun it is, to have some girlfriends over for a weekend afternoon tea, making a conversation out of your shoes

Now, give me more shoes!

Category : Boots, High Heels, Wedges

Tags : ankle boots, bookshelf, boots, cylinders, designer shoes, high heels, pigeonhole, shoe cabinet, shoe storage wheel, Shoes, wedges

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11th Jan2012

I came. I saw. I conquered. 2012 Shoe Trend Report

by Vercess

I have recently been scouting the shoe shops around Perth, sort of window shopping or lets just say doing some “Market Research”, and have found four commonalities with regards to the shoe trends for 2012.

Here’s the hot list for the 2012 Shoe Trend

1. Sky high Platforms and Wedges

Bring back the 70′s! The wedges that I saw and tried on were sky high, averaging 6 inches high.

This summer, worldwide designers have stepped things up a notch or two by introducing ultra-high styles. I am talking about styles with more than a five inch heel and nearly another inch of platform, bringing back the six inch shoe style.

These are the styles that can make your legs look leaner and longer, but when you go above 2.5-3 inches of heel height you can run into some problems… serious problems.

As I tried them on, I felt like a 6 footer, but other than that I also felt semi-legless.

Going too high if you are not used to it can be a risk in twisting your ankle and spraining it.

If you are going to wear this kind of shoe they are best worn when you do not need to do much walking, or even standing for that matter.

2. Going Gaga over high heels

Many of the shoes designers that have unveiled for spring/summer 2012 are highly stylish. Several styles are walking a fine line between shoe and an artwork.

These must be a big influence of Lady Gaga and her tremendous obsession with new and bizarre things.

I have noticed that most of the shoes have interesting cut out and wrap around effects, which make previous seasons gladiator styles look a little, well.. plain.

Styles with rows of beads or sequins around the ankles, styles with sheer sections and styles decorated with multiple buckles, studs or Swarovski crystals are in this year’s trend.

3. Colour me Happy

I have noticed colours and lots of it! Long gone are the days of shoes with just one colour. The colour block trend which utilizes different contrasting colour sections within the one design is still going strong for 2012.

Frequently bright colors are being used in different sections of the shoe.

For example, a shoe will have a yellow heel, a turquoise toe section, and a purple side.

There are also lots of two tone styles and different variations.

These colours make me smile!

4. Ballet Flats and dancing shoes

Ballet flats is still on trend this year.

The ballerina flat remains one of the shoe fashions that defies time, and is a staple in most women’s wardrobes. This season the ballerina flats you will see will be embellished with ropes, feathers, ruffles and gems.

The materials used are a bit more out there, as I have noticed faux fur and stingray leather have been used more commonly now.

These are the shoes that will stop the world in its tracks for 2012. Will keep you posted for the next season’s trend!

* Disclaimer: These are my predictions and solely my opinion based on what I noticed and have seen in the market, any cravings to go shoe shopping is entirely not the author’s responsibility. Images used are for illustrative purposes only.

Category : Boots, Flats, High Heels

Tags : ballet flats, high heels, wedges

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27th Dec2011

8 Shoes Every Woman Should Own

by Vercess

Have you suffered from lack of wardrobe space and still not able to find shoes to wear? Do you find that you keep wearing the same shoes over and over again? And some shoes that you have bought you have only worn once and forgotten about it? This is exactly my dilemma.

After careful analysis I realized that every women should have 8 basic shoe types. Categorizing your shoes will show you which type you are lacking and which ones you have too much of.

Here’s my list:

1. The Work-worthy Heels
Black pumps are always classy and is a work shoe staple. The most important thing about work shoes is comfort. You need to invest in these shoes as you will wear them for the whole day. If you are an office girl like me, you can invest in a few different neutral colors too. I have red, nude, white , purple and patterned pumps. I like to keep in demure but elegant.

2. The Party Shoe
These heels can be strappy sandals for a day out or can be colourful and flirty for a night out in town. Party shoes can be as loud with animal prints, block colours, jewel embellishments. There are no rules. Dress up according to your style!

3. The Ballet Flats
These ballets flats are the most comfortable of all shoes, but it doesn’t mean it is boring. There are a lot of beautiful ballet flats in different materials such as jelly, suede and leather. The ballet flats are your best friend for a day with lots of walking.

4. The Sport Shoe/Gym shoe
Invest in good sport shoes or exercise shoes. These shoes protect your feet from getting blisters when doing strenous exercise. Make sure you get a good fit that will allow for best movement.

5. The Casual Thong
Who can go wrong with a thong? Haviannas are a popular kind but there are lots more slippers that can be worn outdoors or at the beach. Bright colours bring out the fun in you.

6. The Sexy Boots

Whether ankle high, cowboy type of knee high boots, boots are essential shoes for autumn and winter seasons. They offer the most protection and can be ultra feminine when worn with the right outfit.

7. The Gladiator
These sandals have become popular as they are edgy and cool. Gladiators can be worn with heels for a night out or flats for casual wear. They add an oomph to your look!