Kitten heels: women’s shoe trend

Kitten heels are like the ugly step-sister of the heel family; they don’t lengthen the legs and define the calf, or generally make you feel like a million dollar sex-bomb. Separate them from the ladylike elegance of the ’50s and ’60s and all you’re left with is a stunted and somewhat unattractive piece of footwear. But fashion is fashion, and what goes around comes around. …

Clogs: women’s shoe trend

I’ve always felt that their name carried an unfair weighting against them. Clogs. Say it; it sounds clunky, awkward, uncomfortable. And I have to confess, as a chap, it appears that as footwear goes, clogs must be just as uncomfortable to wear as their name makes them sound; wooden soles? Make mine leather, thanks. But awkard names and the potential for awkward walking hasn’t stopped …

Fur boots: women’s winter trend

It’s taken over our jackets, conquered our coats and dresses. In Fall 2010 we’ve even seen it on skirts, hats and handbags. It’s a natural progression that now the fur trend has crept its way down to our feet, creating a new 2010 fashion trend: fur boots. So put on your cutest ski-bunny mittens and buckle up your winter coat: it’s a slippery ride but …
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration
Snow bunny footwear - picture inspiration

Socks and shoes: ankle socks trend

Whether or not the idea thrills you, the evidence is clear: wearing ankle socks under your favourite pair of heels is no longer a faux pas. If you’re skeptical it’s time to start looking on the bright side – socks are cheap, won’t take up lots of space in your wardrobe, and are wholly practical. And while ankle socks with sandals may be a big …
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration
Socks and heels: picture inspiration

Trendlet: the winged shoe

We may not be able to fly like Mercury, the messenger of the Gods (or his Greek equivalent, Hermes) – but that hasn’t stopped designers from taking inspiration from the talaria, or winged sandal, in their quest to take shoes from mere footwear to wearable art. Alexander McQueen‘s take (pictured below) is the most magnificent we’ve seen, baroquely ornate with silver or gold wings running …
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns
Talaria: the iconic sandal returns

Thigh high boots / over the knee boots trend 2010

When it comes to 2010 fashion trends we’re facing a year of subtlety and tradition. And while many of us will be wearing classical silhouettes and subdued colours we’ll all be in need of making them pop; after all, doesn’t every fashioniser want to stand out from the crowd? For women that ‘stand out’ look is just about to get a whole lot easier thanks …
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010
Over-the-knee / thigh high boots on the runway: 2009-2010

Shoes in 2009: Shoe Trends for Spring/Summer 2009

Forget about different toe shapes and heel heights; in Spring/Summer 2009 shoe trends all come down to the details. From fringing to laces to buckles and straps; exotic to fetish to architectural; these are the elements that define the trends. And one thing is for certain: boring just doesn’t cut it. Read on to discover this year’s shoe trends, check out the inspiration picture gallery …
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations
Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2009 Picture Inspirations

Hennessy Sneakers by Jhung Yuro

If your passions include drinking cognac and high top sneakers (wearing, not drinking out of them), boy have I got good news for you. Designer Jhung Yuro has teamed with Hennessy to bring you a sneaker which will exemplify your love of both.

Rihanna fails to rock Gucci’s fringed foho boots

Anyone who reads Fashionising.com’s fashion forums will know that I’ve been trying to get my hands on a pair of fringed boots from Gucci’s Autumn (Fall)/Winter 2008 collection. Why? Because they’re darn hot, of course. To my great disappointment, Rihanna somehow missed that fact when she wore them to Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2009 runway show at Milan Fashion Week. One of the big 2008/2009 shoe trends, …
Rihanna at Gucci SS 08/09, Milan Fashion Week
Rihanna at Gucci SS 08/09, Milan Fashion Week
Rihanna at Gucci SS 08/09, Milan Fashion Week
Rihanna at Gucci SS 08/09, Milan Fashion Week