BURST OF COLOUR

This morning as I read the Toronto Star a particular article in the Life section peaked my interest. The article titled "Colour-blocked shoe trend for spring 2012" talked about everything I've been saying about 2012 footwear fashion; bold colours are in this season! 
The wonderful article written by fashion stylist/writer, Derick Chetty discussed the new trend of the multi-colour shoe. He writes, "The heel, the platform, the upper and the strap, can all sport various colours, making for some very kaleidoscopic looking footwear." 

He quotes Fashion Magazine's Sarah Casselman on her take of the new trend, “It shows you’re a risk-taker and have a strong sense of style".

The article also mentions the history of the bold colour with fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and Dutch painter Piet Mondrian in the 1960s.

Take a look at the entire article here. 


Ladies any multi-colour shoe can be a showstopper, so don't be shy! Wear 'em loud and wear 'em proud!

Clearly I have been a victim of this new trend and I LOVE it! 

You might even recognize one of the shoes in the main picture in the article ;)

    (Anne Klein) 

(Aldos)

Thank you Derick Chetty for a fantastic article! 
Follow Derick on Twitter @DerickChetty 

Spring forward with Stuart

Today I was invited to a special VIP event at the Stuart Weitzman Boutique at Eaton Center. Not only was it the reveal of their new Spring/Summer collection, but today marked the 10th anniversary of Stuart Weitzman’s famous Million Dollar Shoe, which he had made in 2002 for the Oscars. This year Stuart Weitzman has created an exclusive limited edition spin of his famous shoe that will be featured and sold exclusively in Canadian Boutiques. Today I got a first look.


The shoe was beautifully bedazzled. It was like jewelry for your feet. A million dollars worth of jewelry on your feet ;)

Below is the original "Million Dollar Shoe" made all of diamonds worn by Laura Elena Harring at the Oscars. It was this shoe that gave him worldwide recognition.

Below is a sneak peek of the rest of their collection. Snakeskin leather was very popular as well as cork platforms. To see more of the collection check out their website http://www.stuartweitzman.ca

Stuart also has a Baby Collection. The shoes are so tiny and adorable. I had to take a photo of them, I just couldn't resist!

Think Pink

This week's post is dedicated to one of my favourite colours...pink! As I wrote earlier I live by the motto "go big or go home" and the shoes this week definitely represent this. The brighter the colour the better the shoe (in my opinion) and pink is such a fun colour for summer. 

For a vibrant shoe such as these, I like a tougher material such as a patent leather, I find that shoes aren't as bold if they're a matte leather or suede. 

It wasn't until I lined up my pink shoes that I noticed a pattern...apparently I like peep toes with an accent on the tip, such as bows or hearts. For me it adds a uniqueness to the shoe and also makes them super cute! I don't know if you can tell, but I am the ultimate 'girly-girl' lol.

In order from left to right: Le Chateau "Betty Boops", Anne Klein, Nine West, Unknown store in Italy and Lady Dragon Melissas by Vivienne Westwood. 

Funny story with the Nine West spike pumps, a few months ago I had gone to a bar and as I was waiting in the line the bouncer commented on them! I tweeted about the hilariousness "Bouncer just said "POW look at those shoes!!!" Thank-you@NineWest for my hot pink spikes and making that reaction happen."

Once again I purchased another fab pair of shoes while I was in Italy. This one was from small no-name store in Bergamo (Northern Italy). They immediately caught my attention because I had never seen anything like them before. The fabric looks almost like a corduroy, but it's much tougher. They are one of my most comfortable heels I own, I can wear them for hours! 

Happy Hump Day Shoe Lovers!

I hope you all are enjoying this fantastic weather we are having! I love this time of year, the shorts get shorter and the shoes get higher! Break out the open toe sling backs!

If you don't have you 2012 footwear planned out don't fret, the Petite Feet Designer Shoe Sample Sale is around the corner. Be sure to check them out Thursday April 5th - Monday April 9th. 

Happy Shopping!

Still in Italy

So continuing my last post of Italian shoes, this past summer I spent 6 weeks in Italy. Throughout this time my family there thought it was hilarious that all I wanted to do was go shoe shopping. During that time I found some unique and amazing shoes and of course I had to document all of them. 

Because of my historic background I love a shoe that has a story, and I found a great one off the island of Capri.

Capri is an island off the Tyrrhenian sea and is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to.

Canfora was founded in 1946 by Amedeo who was legendary for making custom made leather sandals to high profile clients such as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Grace Kelly, Princess Caroline and Sofia Loren to name a few. Today his daughters own the store and it's a family run business. Like true Italians, they're keeping it all in the family. The sandals have been successful due to their wide variety of colours, jewels and handmade real leather

Browse around the website and you can learn more about the history of the Canfora sandal. And don't worry if you don't understand it, the page can be translated into English.

Other little shops try to make similar less expensive sandals, but nothing can beat the Canfora.

Later on in my journeys, I learned of an exquisite designer by the name of Elisabetta Franchi. Everything in her boutiques were amazing, but of course it was the shoes that immediately caught my attention. I could have bought all of them too! However, Italians are not known for small feet, so I rarely came across a size 5 stiletto (however when I did find one I jumped right on them!). 

I found her designs so different are daring, even her clothing pieces too. Just amazing. 

Below are some pics I took of her summer styles. PS I definitely got strange looks from the saleswoman and customers when I took them. But to quote Joy Behar from 'The View', "So what, who cares".

                     

It Began in Florence

In 2005 I went on a 10 day trip to Italy and here began my love of shoes. But could you blame me? I was in Italy, the fashion capitol of the world! It was inevitable.

I was a teenager at the time, not really knowing about fashion or the couture houses, I just knew I loved wild pieces. Pastel colours and simple patterns never really caught my attention, my eyes always caught items with bright, big and bold colours. Basically, go big or go home! (and if you saw my closet you would know I am true to this quote). 

Back to the shoes! So while in Sorrento I stumbled upon these beautiful Miss Sixty pointy toe and stiletto heel. The bright colours instantly attracted me. But I didn't buy them. I don't know if it was my limited time-line to decide or the expensive price (the euro was quite high at this time). But I left Sorrento without them.

Continuing on with the rest of the trip to Rome and Venice I kept kicking myself in the behind for not getting them. Our last city to visit was Florence. On the day of our jam packed tour I spotted a Miss Sixty store, but couldn't go in because of our hectic sightseeing schedule. 6 house later and at the opposite end of the city, I retraced our steps backwards of the entire day (with my poor mom, best friend, aunt and cousin) and I found the shoes! At this moment I knew shoes were going to be a big part of my life.  

I love how vibrant the green, pink and yellow are and how the grey compliments it. Also I love that the pink is continued on the sole as well. They are called the "Swallow" shoes, however since the day of purchase I have called them my "Lightening" shoes. 

These heels are very 'seduce me with your shoes' ;) 

So this is my first blog post ever! I mean I've been featured on other blogs but this is MY first blog...YAY!

I was looking through my closet one day and just taken a back from the mountain of shoe boxes that are in there. Shoes are my passion, nothing completes an outfit better than a perfect heel! Before I plan my outfit for the day/night I always pick my shoes first.

I love everything about fashion, but due to my petite figure (being 4'11) It's often difficult to find clothes that fit perfectly.  So I go wild with my footwear! I have some fantastic pairs that are from all over the globe and I can't wait to start sharing.

Along with my shoes I will feature the In Style shoe of the week. This will feature a favourite shoe of mine from any part of the world or any part of history (my historic background might come into play here).

Anyways cheers to all the shoe lovers out there and and to quote the legendary Coco Chanel, "A women with good shoes is never ugly. They are the last touch of elegance."