With a splash of orange, it's easy to plan a vacation around these sun-centered shoes. With a 3 1/2 inch heel and architectural lines, the Sun emits a warm sensation. Padded insole. Leather sole. Made in Italy.
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With leather as soft as Butter (hence the name), the Ginger reminds us of shades of Spring, white wicker baskets, and wide-brimmed bonnets. In soft, cushioned comfort, wear with your Sunday sundress to chase down hopping bunnies, hidden eggs or roaming children. These shoes are a testament to the thought that you don't have to sacrifice style for comfort. In a warm shade of turquoise. 1.5 inch wedge. Leather sole. Made in Itay.
A SimplySoles Exclusive! The Cozumel is a white delight, reminiscent of a flower in bloom. Lovely to look at, delightful to wear. Pair with skirts, dresses, or slim fitting pants for a look refined and romantic. White patent leather, green leather accents, adjustable slingback, 3 inch heel. Leather sole. Medium width. Made in Italy.
Known for finding incomparable fabrics, Bettye doesn’t disappoint with the Coast. We love the printed cotton colors of nature — yellow, brown and green. The 3 inch heel and patent brown trim make this floral phenom all the more feminine. Adjustable gold ankle strap. Leather sole. Made in Italy.
Just what I need. I was thinking today of what are the colors of my earrings and thought of an orange pair. I haven't worn them for a long time. Got nothing to match them on. Now, I need these shoes for my earrings. What do you think? They look lovely, isn't it? Next thing, I would need a bag or a belt. :)
This is the first time that I heard of gladiator sandals. I don't really know why are they called Gladiator. Maybe, because gladiator is on here on our side of the world? Just kidding.
They're affordable but I'm still considering if I'm going to add it to my shopping cart.
In real life, a tube of strong glue in your purse or pocket can be a lifesaver for footwear calamities on the run.
When you feel your heel coming loose or about to give way, shift up onto your toes, taking the weight off the heel so you don't trip of fall. If the heel detaches completely, retrieve any pieces you can find. Next, carefully make your way to someplace where you can sit down and examine the damage.
If the heel was nailed to the sole, coat the protruding nails with glue, slide the nails back into the original holes and hold the heel in place until the glue dries.
When a glued-on heel detaches from a sole, scrape off the dried glue, coat with fresh glue and hold in place until a bond is formed.
If a high heel snaps in two, coat one piece with glue at the site of the break and try to reattach the other section. Stay off your feet as much as possible until you can change to another pair of shoes.
Repairing Broken Heels at Home
For an at-home glue job, try a shoe adhesive such as Shoe Goo. Be sure the area to be repaired is clean, dry and free of oils, old glue and polishes. Gently sand the sole and heel to roughen up the surfaces. Apply a layer of Shoe Goo to both the heel and the sole and allow the solvents to evaporate for five to 10 minutes before pressing together. Apply pressure by using rubber bands, string or a heavy object for at least 24 hours. The longer the glue cures, the stronger the bond.
Professional Heel Repair
Broken heels are shoe emergencies that may be best left to professionals, since do-it-yourself measures may not last. Visit a cobbler and get an estimate for repairs. Inexpensive shoes might not be worth the cost, while better footwear often is.
If the heel is in one piece, a cobbler can usually reattach it. A heel broken into several pieces can be replaced with a new heel unit, but in most cases you'll have to have both shoes done so the heel heights and colors will match.
If a heel falls off a new shoe, the footwear may be defective. Make tracks back to the store where the shoes were purchased and ask for a replacement.
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More understated, but just as versatile — mirrored metals are the new wave of metallics. This 1½ inch wedge with a black stacked heel transitions easily from day to night, work to play. Wear with pants (jeans or slacks) for a look of sleek sophistication. Made in Brazil.
Please note this shoe comes in whole sizes only. When in doubt we suggest that you size up.
This shoe is vegan - meaning it's made entirely from non-leather, animal-free products.
Of all the top sexy high heels, these are the winner for me. I love the color. Really, I would want to own a pair of these in the future. I'm drooling. :)
Colors
You can have a wardrobe full of killer shoes without ever straying from basic black, but a littler color never hurt anyone.
If you're not comfortable in bright shades, don't wear them. But just because you don't see yourself as a red stiletto type, doesn't mean you're condemned to a life in brown loafers.
Assess your wardrobe, your lifestyle, and your personality, and look for shoes in colors that fit in well with all three.
If you love earth tones, next time, take a chance and try a pair of rust shoes instead of dark brown. Do you have a lot of navy suits? Chartreuse, red, cream and white all look great with that shade.
Much like painting a room, adding colorful shoes is one of the simplest ways to make over an outfit.
Prints
Print shoes are loads of fun, and can inject tons of personality into an outfit. Plaids, florals, paisleys and geometric shapes all add color and interest, while also usually making it easier to work out the rest of your outfit. For example, a pair of pumps that combines blue and purple make you all that more confident about pairing a purple belt with your blue dress.
But print shoes can also be a bit of a slippery slope. Unless you have a larger-than-life personality and the fashion sense to pull them off, you might want to steer clear of shoes that combine several prints, are too "zany," or in general, look as if they might have been someone's home ec project.
Accents
It's amazing what a simple buckle can do for a shoe. Especially if it's a really nice, big, round, shiny buckle -- you know, the kind that just looks really polished and nice. Buckles, gems, brooches, buttons, bows, all these little accents can really make a pair of shoes, but again, the key is moderation. While certain occasions and outfits are perfectly suited to shoes that are overly embellished, for everyday wear it's usually best to not go too crazy. Think chic and streamlined, and look for styles that won't seem too outrageous a year or two down the road.
Heels
It seems that a lot of women think that shoes fall into only two categories: stilettos and flats -- or in more extreme cases, stilettos and cross-trainers. But there's a wide, wonderful world of shoes out there that fall somewhere in between the two styles. And while I'll agree that most stilettos are not comfortable, I've worn my share of flats that aren't either.
Low heels, chunky heels, wedge heels, and kitten heels are just a few of the options available to women who don't want to wear sky-high heels, but don't want to spend their lives in sneakers either.
And if you do want to spend your life in flats? By all means, have at it. Chic loafers and ballerina flats never go out of style. But if you're less than thrilled when you look down at your own feet, try looking for nice textures, colors, finishes and accents that will take those flats to a whole new level.
Textures and Finishes
Another huge factor that's often overlooked when buying shoes is their texture, yet a texturally interesting shoe is a shoe that grabs attention. A patent finish is like a magnet for the eyes, especially when it's paired with an otherwise matte outfit, and metallic leathers shimmer with every step you take.
But if shiny isn't your thing, that's okay, there's always suedes, tweeds, velvets, satins, tapestries, brocades, linens, canvas, quilted fabrics, and combinations of all of those materials -- the list is endless.
You Don't Have to Follow Trends
It's fun to look at the newest trends, but it's far better on your checkbook if you're not buying shoes that are so trendy they'll seem out of style next year. I'd also argue that it's actually more fun to cultivate your own style over a lifetime than it is to just tear out the latest "What's Hot" list and head off to the nearest department store.
If a trend happens to fit into your own personal style, then it's you're opportunity to go crazy. I've always love patent leather and platform shoes, so for me, having them so easily accessible over these last couple of years has been like a bit of a fire sale -- and it's kept me from having to shop vintage.
However, if you're only wearing a certain style because it's "in," and not because you really love it, don't invest too much time or money into the trend. Instead keep looking for those shoes that fit your custom style.
You Don't Have to Spend a Lot to Have Great-Looking Shoes
One of my favorite pair of shoes cost me about $25. Ironically, they're also one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes I own. They also happen to be my favorite color (red), my favorite finish (patent), have platform soles and shiny silver buckles -- also two of my favorite things. They're nearly the perfect pair of shoes for me. But I never would have bought them if I wasn't willing to try on a lot of different brands and sizes, shop on sale, and look for shoes at any store that sells them.
It's easy to fall in love with one brand or designer, and want to stick with them. If their shoes are comfortable and you love the way they look, why shouldn't you be loyal? But it's important to know -- especially if you can't afford those higher price tags -- that comfortable and attractive shoes can be had for less. You just need to keep looking.
Watch Out for the Logo Trap
Overdone logos, labels and other trademarks. I know it's tempting to let the world know which designer or brand you're wearing, by having their trademark, initials or logo cover every inch of your feet. But really, a little of this look goes a long way.
It's okay to favor a particular label, but it's far more impressive and stylish to opt for the styles that aren't so blatant about who made them -- and those styles are usually easier to wear anyway.
Maybe, I need open-toes shoes. What do you call it? I forgot my shoe vocabulary. :)
Aren't they lovely? I love the height and style. Hummmm...
Use shoe trees between wearings to help shoes retain their shape.
Let shoes rest on the trees at least 12 hours between wearing.
Clean off dirt after every wear with a soft brush or rag.
Always use a shoehorn for putting on your shoes.
Stop new suedes from "crocking" (rubbing off on clothes) by rubbing vigorously with a towel.
Exotic skins need extra care -- use special cleaners and conditioners.
Use water and stain repellant on suede and nubuck shoes before you wear them. When water stops beading up, respray.Polishing smooth leather in a nutshell
Clean the shoes with a leather cleaner to get the grime off the top.
Condition the leather to soften.
Use a cream a shade lighter than the shoe to cover scratches.
Use paste, wax or cream polish to shine your shoes.
Weatherproof your shoes.
5 Things to Love About High Heels
1) High Heels Make You Taller
Vertically challenged women everywhere will tell you how they love their heels. But, even if you don't need extra height, having it can make you feel good. It's truly a heady feeling to slip on a pair of shoes and instantly be 3 or 4 inches taller, and reaching things on the top shelf, well, it's a high like no other.
2) High Heels Don't Make You Look Fat
Unlike skinny jeans, cropped leggings, or whatever other torturous styles are appearing on the runways, high heels won't make you look fat. Granted, some styles are more flattering than others, but as a general rule, heels are more slimming than flats.
3) High Heels Can Make an Outfit
Even a pair of jeans and a t-shirt can take on an entirely different look when a pair of heels is added, and nothing can make a plain skirt pop like the perfect pair of pumps or sandals. Heels add a feminine touch to suits as well.
4) High Heels Make You Feel (and Look!) Sexy
Just putting on a pair of sexy high heels can make you feel sexier, but they also can make you look sexier. High heels change our body stance, making our calf muscles more pronounced, and forcing our butts and chests out -- it's nearly as if high heels force us into better posture ... and good posture is always sexy.
5) High Heels Don't Have to Cost a Fortune
While it's easy to spend a fortune on high heels, even inexpensive brands can look great. In fact, there are few things that can cost as little and make you feel quite as happy, as a pair of killer heels.
I love the color and the height - would surely boost my shorty pants.
