The Mystery of Balenciaga Architectural Shoes
Posted on March 15, 2010
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| The name of Nicolas Ghesquière is known for each fashion connoisseur. The main designer of Balenciaga, he is called a guardian angel of the brand. Nicolas has been worked for Balenciaga foe over 10 years now, but his every collection is unique and impressive. The last shoe collection of the master represents a mixture of retro and futurism. In the result we can see modern and architectural shoe models. |
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| What I noticed first of all is light spring color scheme. I was really amazed by it because the overwhelming majority of designer for some reason offer gloomy fall colors in their spring collections. Nicolas Ghesquière made his shoes bright and varicolored, which makes them stand out of the crowd. On the whole such shoes have a fresh and vanguard look. |
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| The second detail that drives attention is that architectural heels and futuristic platforms are combined with the trends of the previous decades. Look at the nose, lacing, material – they make me think of granny’s booties. I see it as an original and vanguard idea, as a bold challenge to traditional tendency and look. Not every modern fashion designer can afford doing this. I cannot but mentioning extravagant shape of the heels. Looking at them I tend to think about kid’s construction set. They feature several layers, each one of different color. To tell the truth, I love the idea. Some shoe models are trimmed with plastic or leather details. In my point of view, the collection from Nicolas Ghesquière is ideal for spring. It will definitely have a great success. |
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Emilio Pucci 2010/2011 Shoe Collection
Posted on March 13, 2010
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| I often wonder how designers pass ahead the time. We have just got used to the idea that spring has come, they have already worked out the first collections for Fall – Winter 2010/2011. At the Milan Fashion Week that took place not so long ago you could see some very beautiful shoe models. Among them I would name some masterpieces from Emilio Pucci. |
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| What you tend to notice first is that shoes are very open for the season. Well, a mild climate of Italy allows wearing such kind of shoes, but should fashion lovers other countries do? Anyway, Emilio Pucci has presented a collection that is worth mentioning. |
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| The color scheme completely corresponds to the season. There are deep blue, purple, malachite green, wine-colored, and, of course, black tints. In regard to materials used in the collection, here we can see some trends that have been at the summit the previous season. Well, it means that the designer decided to follow the most successful trends at a later date. The sandals are made of reptile leather, some models feature leather straps, others – fur detailing. I would like to drive your attention precisely to the fur inserts. It looks very unusual, elegant, and trendy. Besides, such a shoe will perfectly go with dense tights. In my opinion, it will be a good idea. |
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| And now let’s have a good look at another trend of the season – straps. Straps have been extremely popular for several seasons now. And it is still in the centre of designers’ attention. Emilio Pucci decorated the top of his sandals with multiple thin straps. Some of them also feature small buckles as additional spice to the whole image. There are also suede heels in the collection, which makes it diverse in colors, materials and shapes. And what do you think about it? |
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Elegant & Feminine Gina Heels
Posted on March 12, 2010
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| Once upon a time a talented shoe designer Mehmet Kurdash dreamt about designing footwear that could be considered glam and posh. He meant the shoes each woman dreams about. It was in 1954 when his dream came true. The designer founded a new shoe brand named after his favorite actress Gina Lollobrigida. His brand is famous for alluring and awesome design and for impeccable first rate quality. |
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| Three sons of the master keep on developing their family business, which is very successful and prosperous. For over a hundred years Gina shoes are a model of quality and style for elegant, stylish and refined women. Each new pair of shoes from Gina is a new miracle – feminine lines, elegant shapes, trendy designs, exotic materials, tremendous beauty. It has as many advantages as I can find adjectives to describe them. Among Kurdash family’s clients there are some celebrities. You can see in the picture above Kim Cattrall in glamorous red heel from Gina. Or have a look at another picture where Paris Hilton is posing for Tatler. Guess whose shoes did she prefer for an event? |
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| The latest Gina shoe collection is even more sensual and feminine than the previous ones. Most shoe models in the collection are made of python leather, but I wonder that each model looks unique and different from any other. |
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| To my mind, the designers took into account the lifestyle of modern women who are always on the go. That is why the collection includes not only high heels, but also platforms and comfortable low heels. Other models are trimmed with luxurious stones or satin inserts. I am sure that each woman who loves elegance and style must have at least one pair of Gina. It is the right choice for a party, a red carpet, an evening out, and many other special events. |
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Fashion vs Comfort: Why Do We Buy Uncomfortable but Stylish Shoes?
Posted on March 9, 2010
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| We have already talked about women’s attitude to shoes, and mentioned that the overwhelming majority of fashionistas unconsciously pay attention to feet first, and only then they switch over to eyes and a person himself. I will not even remind about quantity of pairs of shoes women have - the number may shock anyone. Here I have a completely new fact about women’s craziness about shoes. Do you know that over 35 per cent of women have some time bought shoes of the wrong size? There is no doubt, designer shoes are great. Moreover, lots of women are encouraged by celebrities walking on a red carpet in a pair of Blahniks or Louboutins. And they want to look as beautiful and fashionable as their idols do. That is where problems begin. |
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| But the most amazing thing is that over 15 per cent of men suffer from the same problem. Something is definitely going wrong with the modern society. According to the research, four in ten fashion lovers responded yes to the question. They would definitely purchase a stylish and awesome pair of designer shoes in spite of the wrong size. But they would not only purchase such footwear but wear it not paying attention to discomfort and ache. As a result, we have other study results, according to which almost 80 per cent of women suffer from foot problems. Worst of all is that the half of these women has never consulted a doctor. |
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| According to the words of a representative of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists, women do not have to disclaim of beautiful shoes on high heels but they have to be more reasonable and attentive to their own health. I see that it may be difficult to resist a bargain or a must have of the season, but do not forget that an essential part of female beauty is health. So do not sacrifice it. |
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