Written by Tania Braukämper on 21 Jun 2007
Metallics have been a strong trend of late, seen in everything from dresses to bags to belts. Over the past few weeks we’ve seen a lot of celebrities stepping out in metallic heels, suggesting that the trend is nearing its peak. Lindsay Lohan; Cameron Diaz wears metallic heels by Sergio Rossi; Victoria Beckham in her Christian Louboutins.
Written by Tania Braukämper on 2 Jun 2007
Have you noticed that Mary-Jane has had a make over? Once confined to school-girls and church-goers, Mary Jane shoes are now adorning the feet of celebrities, starlets and wild child party animals everywhere.
Written by Daniel P Dykes on 17 May 2007
First sold in 1917 and once a feature of the grunge look, Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars (also known simply as Chucks) have moved steadily from subculture to main stream. Comfortable as a day shoe, though incredibly casual they’ve been dressed up and down and have been seen on everyone from Sienna Miller to Doctor Who. While Sienna Miller gains street-cred from the Chucks, David…
Written by Tania Braukämper on 4 May 2007
Boots are back for men; and it’s about time. Seen on the runways as well as the street, they may not have hit the mainstream in a big way yet – but it’s that bit of individualism that makes them so great. Embellished cowboy boots should be worn with caution, unless you have the flair to pull off the look. Plain cuban-heeled boots in leather…
Written by Allan Barger on 24 Mar 2007
The key to making high heels sexy is to walk in them properly! Here are some tips on how to walk in heels with confidence and poise: Via Vicious Style.
Written by Allan Barger on 24 Mar 2007
If you’ve been reading our sister publication Seventh Sin Magazine you’d know that adding a duffel coat to your wardrobe is essential this winter. The Polo Ralph Lauren Poplin Ocean Duffle Coat from the Resort 2007 collection has caught our eye as a contender for our wardrobe – following both rules of being a slim cut and ending below the bum.
Written by Renata Braukamper on 24 Mar 2007
Bill Cunningham at the NY Times wrote this cute little piece on the continuing trend of ballet shoes: “The snow hadn’t disappeared from the streets of New York and already the first trend of spring could be seen up and down Madison Avenue: the revival of flat ballet-style shoes. In the 1950s, they were a popular alternative to spindly high heels; designers of calf-length full…
Written by Renata Braukamper on 23 Mar 2007
The current issue of the JC Report looks at shoe trends on the runway – from platforms to patent to flamboyant or strict styles.
Written by Tania Braukämper on 3 Oct 2006
The ankle boot trend has life in it yet; and with a multitude of beautifully-crafted designer versions to choose from, why not make the most of it? They can be worn with skirts, dresses, shorts, or jeans – and for something a little more dressed up, with opaque tights. Fans of the ankle boot: Kate Bosworth, Lindsay Lohan, Kate Moss and Sienna Miller.
