Shoewawa

Pewter power: four super shimmery styles

AbiSilvester — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:48:18 GMT

Pewter is a shade that seems to work particularly well on shoes, providing shine and intrigue without straying too far into 'bling' territory. There's plenty of pewter on the catwalks this season, and even more on the high street, which is where we found these styles. Seen from top left, clockwise:

Shoewawa Preview: New collection from Cleo B celebrates New York City skyline

AbiSilvester — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:51:22 GMT

If the shapes and styling on these shoes by Cleo B look oddly familiar, that could be because designer Cleo Barbour was more than a little inspired by the famous Art Deco architecture of New York City when she developed the range.

Jerome C Rousseau serpentine cherry red sandals

AbiSilvester — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:18:15 GMT

I think it's important to look out for brighter coloured shoes in winter because let's face it: you're not going to see much of that outside your window.

Bargain Tuesday: Two tone court shoes at Faith

AbiSilvester — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:38:52 GMT

Despite the fact that this bow-backed style is red hot right now, Faith have put their 'Cenha' court shoe on sale this week, bringing the price down to £35; a great price for a highly wearable and fashion forward party shoe.

Mary Jane Monday: Moda in Pelle 'Crumpet'

AbiSilvester — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:37:53 GMT

I was almost starting to wonder if we could justify a Mary Janes feature every week, but just as it looked to be on its way out the style seems to be kicking back with loads of elegant and playfully feminine MJ styles tripping into view. This one from Moda in Pelle is particularly darling, and it's on sale, too.

Yay or Nay: Is the Age of the Cage over yet?

AbiSilvester — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:56:28 GMT

Is it time to admit that the cage obsession has stretched on a little bit too long? I'm certainly not falling over myself to bag a pair of platforms like these oddities from Carvela (although if I were wearing them I probably would). While I've been tiring of the look for a while now, it was only when I saw these shoes come up on my radar as a 'hot' new style that I really came to appreciate how bored I've become with the meshy designs that are far from practical to wear, even in the summer. But most of all I just think the combination here with a mega platform just doesn't work: the delicate strapping clashes horribly with the jumbo wedge, in my style book at least. What do you think?

Mary Jane Monday: Miss L Fire Gaugin contrast MJs

AbiSilvester — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:39:07 GMT

We're still seeing a sturdy crop of shoes with contrasting and eyecatching colours and textures and the latest to catch Ms Shoewawa's beady eye are these fun Mary Janes from Miss L Fire.

WIN a pair of Blue Inc boots

AbiSilvester — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:02:40 GMT

The message that Shoewawa readers love competitions is coming through loud and clear, so I thought I'd keep up the pace with a new one starting from today.

Casual Friday: Lacoste launches capsule range at Office

AbiSilvester — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:38:44 GMT

The words 'sportswear' and 'chic' seldom inhabit the same universe, but Lacoste is one of the rare exceptions to that rule. Despite its many impersonators, the croc motif spell quality and I've always admired the label's eye for good fabrics and colours.

Amy Winehouse: Time for some new shoes?

Emma Cossey — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:38:44 GMT

Fair play to Amy Winehouse, she's managed to clean up her act this year and is apparently 100% free of illegal drugs after some time away from London and a certain on/off husband. She's even splashed out on a new pair of boobs to give her back some of her curvier figure.

Sale Watch: Asos Pretty grosgrain diamante heels

AbiSilvester — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:44:10 GMT

Having been brought up on the Wizard of Oz I'm a real sucker for red shoes. I recently gave into the temptation to buy these beauties, and naturally gravitated towards the screen when I spotted these cute red heels at ASOS.

Mini Marvels: 5 of the best baby shoes

Emma Cossey — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:44:26 GMT

One of the best things about kids clothing is the adorable range of minature shoes, based on the popular versions owned by their parents.

Shoes for spring 2010: Proenza Schouler

AbiSilvester — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:36:17 GMT

Here's another taster of things to come, this time in the form of this rather rare looking shoe-boot from Proenza Schouler. It's a spring 2010 style (so you can stop wincing at that open toe), with all the trappings I'm already coming to expect from the season: folksy, baskety references in the plaited zig-zag heel, big, visible weaves and a slightly wonky heel.

Chiara Fashion's bargain party heels

Emma Cossey — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:33:17 GMT

I've never heard of Chiara Fashion before now, but after seeing these shoes in More! magazine's bargain buy page for only £6, I'll definitely be making a habit of browsing there more!

DKNY gun-metal grey metallic leather heeled trainers

AbiSilvester — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:31:31 GMT

Have we all got our heads around high-heeled trainers yet? I do hope so, because I've been a bit of a wuss about trying them thus far despite the fact that for me, athletic comfort + height = perfection. I'm still not entirely sold on the look, but these rather futuristic metal effect heeled trainers by DKNY are starting to make me want to stride right out of my footwear comfort zone.

Zippyboots: The next step for Redfoot

Emma Cossey — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:13:33 GMT

I recently wrote about Redfoot's range of women's fold up shoes, and their brand new range of men's leather fold up shoes.Well, they've now moved into the boots market, although this time it's a little different.

This seasons must-have tights: the high street edition

AbiSilvester — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:31:23 GMT

Whether it's a love of fashion that's driving your or just a strategy for basic survival in the cold, tights are in this season. There are some wonderful tights out there, many of which we've featured on this blog. But haven't the prices got a bit out-of-control recently? The likes of Bebaroque et al are charging way more than any sane person would pay for a garment with the tendency to ladder.

Shoewawa Preview: H! for Henry Holland collection at Debenhams

AbiSilvester — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:11:07 GMT

Last night, Ms Shoewawa got a sneaky peek at the new H! collection from Henry Holland. Launching at Debenhams in February 2010, the range will feature everything the fashion-savvy budget fashionista needs in her wardrobe; from bikinis and jackets to shoes and accessories.

Office 'Point and Square' patent heels

AbiSilvester — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:32:03 GMT

Ideal for those who love the Rupert Sanderson, polished heels look but can't afford them at the mo, these angular heels from Office are a real treat.

Handmade heels by Scotatto

AbiSilvester — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:17:52 GMT

We see a lot of custom shoes, handmade flatties and slippers, but a fully-fledged pair of handmade heels is a rarity, particularly when they're as beautiful and unusual-looking as these ones! I particularly like the view from the back, which shoes the detail of the embroidery on the milk-white leather, but you can see them from all sorts of angles at Scotatto's shop, here.

United Nude block pumps at Kindered Sole

AbiSilvester — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:58:14 GMT

There's a lot of experimentation going on around the basic 'block pump' style at the moment and I really like this take on the look by eco-conscious footwear line United Nude.

Shoewawa Preview: Rupert Sanderson s/s 10 collection

AbiSilvester — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:19:58 GMT

Heads up Rupert Sanderson fans! We've got a sneak peek at the designer's spring/summer 2010 collection for you right behind this link and I strongly suggest you check it out to get an idea of the sensational styles we can expect come spring.

Bargain Tuesday: ASOS 'Petra' heeled gladiator sandal

AbiSilvester — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:35:27 GMT

I'm not quite sure why ASOS have slashed the cost of these wild gladiator shoes quite so energetically, but

WIN a pair of showstopping Karen Millen shoes

AbiSilvester — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:15:24 GMT

Karen Millen has produced some of the most exciting styles available on the high street in recent months, with a collection of shoes and boots that are anything but dull. We wanted to give a pair away to one lucky Shoewawa reader but were faced with something of a dilemma: with so many great styles on offer, which one would we choose?

Mary Jane Monday: Accessorize taupe Mary Janes

AbiSilvester — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:59:28 GMT

Accessorize's foray into footwear seems to be stepping up a pace each season, and I've noticed this trend reflected in the cost, too. What used to be a store for flip-flops and 'costume' slip-ons is now selling fully-fledged shoes - at fully-fledged prices.