S/S 2010: Vivienne Westwood Wing Shoes
In continuation to the topic of Spring – Summer 2010 Trends, I can’t but mentioning Vivienne Westwood, a British shoe designer. At New York Fashion Week she presented her collection for S/S 2010. The collection created specially for Brazil footwear eco-brand Melissa was named “MELISSA Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Wing”.
Vivienne is famous for bringing new waves and styles into the fashion mainstream. The designer is even called punk’s creator. She is creative, has an extraordinary view and positive approach to life.
| Vivienne Westwood’s style shook up British fashion industry in 1970 when the designer presented her first work. From that time on she remains one of the most significant and influential designers in England. Her style is eccentric, contradictory, recognizable and positive. |
The models presented in the collection are made of natural 100% recyclable materials. The distinctive feature of these shoes is decorative wings that add original look to the design. The sandals have almost a horizontal platform which is cut at the heel part. Due to this cut the platform seems unsteady but it is only a visual illusion. The ankle strap is wide and comfortable. Instead of a standard buckle or button the author trimmed the sandal with a light and airy wing of the same color as a shoe is.
Like in the previous collections designed by Vivienne Westwood for Melissa, in this one all the shoes are made of Meflex plastic. The secret of this plastic is in a special formula which increases flexibility, leak tightness and water resistance. A limited series of wing shoes by Vivienne Westwood will be available in Patricia Field stores as early as January 2010. Their price will be about $190.
Vivienne Westwood’s woman is confident, stylish and young. And this youth is not only outer but it is inner first of all.
Futuristic Look with Architectural Shoes
| Architectural shoes have always drawn attention of shoe designers and fashion lovers. And not without reason. Such footwear is conceptual and extraordinary. It doesn’t follow any fashion rules and trends. It is just a result of unlimited designer’s imagination. |
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| Today I would like to take a good look at a shoe masterpiece created by Julian Hakes, a British architect. Julian designed an unusual sandal following architecture principles. Don’t feel confused if you haven’t spotted shoe shapes at first sight. It is normal. And now look carefully at the model and you will see in these smooth lines a toe, a heel, an instep – everything but a sole. |
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| You will definitely consider such a creation to be crazy because it has nothing in common with reality. But precisely this idea is not new or unbelievably unpractical. Just remember Dolce & Gabbana collection for S/S 2009. It was then that a shoe without a sole appeared for the first time. The models presented by Dolce & Gabbana brand featured a platform and a high wide heel but the central part of the sole was missing. |
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| After looking through shoe trends and innivations, Julian Hakes made a conclusion that walking in high heeled shoes it is enough to have a support on a heel and a toe. So the central part has no sense and practical necessity. According to Julian Hakes’ words, the work on this concept had much in common with a bridge designing. The sandal is made of rubber, leather and carbonic fiber. |
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| This masterpiece has a beautiful and exotic name Mojito. The question is could these shoes be worn. Why not? We saw models going in incredible sole-less sandals from Celine or Dolce & Gabbana. The thing is comfort of such footwear. I would personally like to try on any of these architectural models. |
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The Secret of Carlos Santana Dress Shoes
| Every woman longs to be beautiful and feel confident everywhere and always. Dear women, it is not so difficult. Good footwear can make you a real queen. Today I would like to pay your attention to Carlos Santana shoes. They feature a perfect blend of gorgeous outlook and affordable price. These are the shoes that are made to impress and charm. |
 
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| The novelty from the Carlos Santana brand are made of natural leather and trimmed with insert in shape of bows. These peep toes look pretty stylish and elegant. Smooth lines and refined shape add spice and sexuality. Such a model can be used both for special events and for work. Though, the peep toe has a high heel, the shoe is comfy and steady. |
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| By the ways, Carlos Santana has created the model in four colors. So thanks to designers, you can match it with almost any outfit. The shoe “Women’s Prestige” by name is available in deep wine red, green of the sea, soot black and even silvery. So it is a perfect shoe to complement any event. The thing is to choose the right accessory and womanly outfit and you are ready to conquer men’s hearts and minds. |
 
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| In general, Carlos Santana creates refined and trendy footwear for a versatile lifestyle. Here you may find charming strappy platforms, casual and comfy flats or glamorous and appealing peep-toes. Take a good look at these sexy dress ankle boots. You are sure to get numerous compliments. |
 
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| Add a little edge to your casual thanks to this stunning peep toe boot with buckle detail. Or find yourself at the head of the fashion pack in the trend-right Carlos by Carlos Santana Chase platform dress booties. |
 
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| Carlos Santana shoes are created for confident, active, stylish and beautiful women. This fashion forward footwear reflects energy and passion, it is made of the best materials and follows the latest fashion trends. |
S/S 2010 Trend: Horizontal Platform
There are cases when two different brands show surprisingly similar designer decisions. And if such brands are considered trendsetters so it is essential to take a good look at their ideas because they are quite possible to become a new fashion trend.
In Spring – Sumer 2010 collection presented by Calvin Klein the emphasis was made on quite unusual shoes. Well, it is not Surrealistic Shoes but they have obviously drawn attention of fashion society. Calvin Klein shoes for the next season remind ancient footwear that can be perfectly matched with ancient Egypt suits. But at the same time the footwear looks modern and even a bit futuristic, especially the ones made of silver colored leather.
The main thing to pay attention to in the collection is low almost horizontal platform. So that the whole image doesn’t look heavy designers decided to make the upper from thin straps. If you look closely you will see that the platform is cut at the front and rare side to make the shoe look lighter.
And now let’s take a look at another collection with the same features. I am talking about Marc by Marc Jacobs. The collection also features silver shoes but these ones don’t have open toe. A fastener on the ankle was replaced by laces. What both collections have in common is low horizontal platform. Nevertheless, they have a considerable difference. Marc Jacobs shoes feature a pretty low heel. Well, do these shoes remind ancient footwear as well?
There is no doubt, both Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs shoes presented for Spring – Summer 2010 have certain likeness, though both brands have managed to create unique style. What is no less important, there is an obvious tendency to comfort. Low and steady platform, low heels prove that. Well, we have plenty of time to decide what to choose the season to come.
