Sweethearts

Shoes, as it has many times been told, are not anymore accessories: they're now completely part, and sometimes the biggest part, of women's wardrobe. They can add edge to a simple outfit, rock an elegant evening gown, boost a bland dress... in short, they're essential. And what I love about shoes I see these days, is that they don't have to follow trends to be beutiful or admired; they SET the trend. Shoe designers do what the feel and their work always finds a way to settle in te moment's vibe.
Shoes I fell in love with this season are detailed, gorgeous, unique and bold. Like the Balenciaga jewelled high heeled loafers. The heel details are great; the idea of color blocking the heel and not the shoe was brilliant.
In a totally different vibe, Giuseppe Zanotti's lace up embroided boots. One word : goergous. They're unique, sexy yet girly... They're AMAZING! And here too, the heel is more than ever part of the shoe composition and balance with the detailed flowers running down the leather point.


Chloe loafers top, Balenciaga high heels loafers bottom.


Giuseppe Zanotti


(Both images from Vogue British, Sept.2010 issue)