Footwear: Necessity or Idol?

There were times when footwear was used exclusively for practical needs. Besides, the footwear of that time was very plain and consisted of a flat sole and several straps that supported the whole construction. Now the situation has changed dramatically.
Footwear: Necessity or Idol?
First of all, it refers to women’s footwear that has been given a status of symbol of style, fashion, social class, etc. The whole idea was inspired by popular TV series such as Sex and The City where sophisticated women revere expensive designer shoes as an idol.
Women are obsessed with luxurious footwear manufactured by famous designers. But what place should footwear actually occupy in our life? Do not we pay too much attention to trifles?
Footwear: Necessity or Idol?Footwear: Necessity or Idol?
Not in the same scale but men are also involved in the process of footwear popularization. Men are becoming more and more hard-to-please. Footwear designers get Hollywood actors and actresses involved into advertising campaigns. Such collaborations favor that shoe brands extend their production into new areas.
Footwear: Necessity or Idol?
During several latest seasons shoes brands have changed constantly but main trends repeat from time to time. Every new season fashion lover are waiting for a new collection to come out, but in fact we see all the same every time. Shoes evolve, but the whole sense is still the same. Pointed toes change into round and then into square. Then everything begins again. Referring to sole shapes, it was long ago when platforms, heels, wedges, etc were first designed. And since then they remain the same, change only accessories and shapes.
Footwear: Necessity or Idol?
As a result we have got lots of unnecessary items at home that stuff up our life. I do not want to understate importance of footwear, but too much is never good. Every fashion lover should stop for a minute from running around fashionable stores and think about it.
Footwear: Necessity or Idol?

Insa Shocks the Public Grotesque Heels for Tate Gallery

There are footwear brands that are focused on comfortable and quality shoes, there are others that are concerned with fashionable look, and still there are brands that are oriented on shocking models, extravagant designer decisions and looks. The British brand Insa is precisely such a brand. Their every collection is a shock followed by an enormous success. If you need proofs, here you are.
Insa Shocks the Public Grotesque Heels for Tate Gallery
Recently Insa presented a new shoe that can be considered as a masterpiece. In fact, Insa designer announced that a new heel is created specially for the British Tate Gallery. The grotesque shoe looks like a fool’s footwear that is made on the basis of another Insa shoe from Spring – Summer 2010 ready to wear collection presented by the brand.
Insa Shocks the Public Grotesque Heels for Tate Gallery
Actually, only the upper part resembles its prototype, while the heel and the platform are worth a place in the gallery. In some gorgeous way the designer combined incompatible materials: leather with bright prints, beads, pastes, and the most amazing one – material obtained from elephant’s manure. However, I would prefer not to know about the fact. Anyway, the shoes look gorgeous in spite of being made from such super unusual material. According to Insa representatives, they just wanted to express their support for eco friendly trend. They affirm that utilization of such extraordinary material will contribute to ecology.
Insa Shocks the Public Grotesque Heels for Tate Gallery
But that was too little for the designer who trimmed the sole with pink beads and placed each heel on a white pearl. By the way, the heels are 10 inches high, which equals over 25 cm. That is a really dizzy height.
As I have mentioned at the beginning, this work of art was designed for the exhibition, however, Insa offers the public to order it via their official website. I just wonder if any fashionista will ever dare to put these grotesque shoes on.

Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010

Judari is an Italian brand that is known all over the world for its unique and trendy styles. The brand is highly popular with the youth. The latest collection by Judari differs from anything that you can see in collections of other fashion designers. The reason is the mayor part of the collection is presented by flat boots. Active girls that are always on the go will doubtlessly appreciate the line at its true value.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010
Besides, are can see that Judari brand designed a range of light boots for summer. This trend has been popular for already several season and still remains at the peak. So you if have not made a decision yet, it is high time for it.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010
First of all, I would like to drive your attention to boots presented in the picture below. They are made in light colors, feature flat sole and gorgeous encrusted adornment. The detailing consists of vivid patterns that are made from precious stones. If you look closer at the boot you will notice that the pattern has a shape of Monaco crown.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010
Another trend introduced into the fashion industry by Russian designers is flower and fruit flavored booties. Patchouli and strawberry will make your evening strolls far more romantic and pleasant. By the way, these booties are to be worn on a bare foot.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010
Summer is a season for bold experiments, and Judari designers have proved it one more time. They experiment with elastic materials, in the collection the trend is presented by shoes and ankle boots made from rubber. The shoe models that are worth mentioning are made from python leather and trimmed with precious stones.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010
And in the end I cannot but mentioning handcrafted sandals that feature straps, made of suede or python leather. Color choice has become more vivid and bolder. So you can choose anything according to your personal taste.
Judari Shoe Collection for Summer 2010

United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection

There are things that are really worth our attention due to their uniqueness. I think that the latest shoe collection by United Nude is one of such things. The brand that is famous for extravagant designs, unusual shapes, vivid colors and unpredictable designer decision has launched a new shoe collection for Spring – Summer 2010.
United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection

United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection

Young active girls who like to stand out of the crowd will doubtlessly appreciate the collection at its true value. The reason is designers carry on experimenting; their ideas are unexpected and imagination has no limits.
United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection
The collection includes two shoe lines – Frame and Cosmo, which differ a lot from everything you have heard before. Even a transient look at the shoes does not give a rise to doubt that a gifted shoe designer have put his soul into the work.
United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection
Several shoes from the collection have been designed by a joint effort of United Nude and Antoine Peters. It is not the first time they have joined to create collections. Their first line was launched in Fall – Winter 2009/2010. Their fruitful cooperation is in front of you a shoe called Label Shoe. They feature a creative décor and look fabulous, do not they? They stand out of the collection due to unusual label adornment, great shape of the heel and the sole.
United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection
And the last but not the least, I cannot but mentioning the shoe model Möbius. Open toe sandals are made of leather and feature amazing straps. Besides, it features one of the latest trends of the shoe industry – nude shoe parts. And now here I have some more pictures of this fabulous shoe collection. Enjoy them!
United Nude Extravagant Shoe Collection
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