Fall 2009 Trend: Footwear Cuffs
| Fall-winter 2009/10 is a season of bold experiments. We have just discussed Stylish Ankle Boots, the new trend for a season to come, but designers have already invented something even more unexpected. Now they are going to decorate the footwear with elements of clothes. One of the leading trends of fall-winter 2009/10 is booties and boots with decorative cuffs. Footwear cuffs ought to be either of the same color as a footwear or of a sharply contrast color. Materials can be different: fur, leather, suede, dense textile fabrics.
The footwear with cuffs is widely represented by leading designers in fall-winter 2009/10 collections. Let’s take a look at the brightest models. |
Decorative cuffs on the booties by Gretta look like small collars which decorate the footwear’s top. The Gretta Collection is created for women who like to wear the latest trends, but want fashion to be affordable and need it to be comfortable for their busy lifestyle. The Gretta Collection is real fashion for real life. |
In the collection Funtasma Plunder there are sexy pirate boots with decorative buckle straps. The cuff in this case makes a single whole with a top. |
 
Pleaser Electra flirtatious knee high boots are trimmed with fur at the top. They look pretty stylish and womanly. Other collections have also trimmed their models with fur. Born Frappe offers warmth, style and comfort. |
But the boldest cuffs are naturally represented in Funtasma Bandit collection. Black boots are decorated with a huge cuff. These buccaneer boots will doubtlessly shock passersby. They are created for those who prefer standing out in the crowd and being a the centre of attention. |
| Well, now the question is what to put on with such footwear? A miniskirt or tight trousers will do the best. The thing is not to cover up these unusual and stylish cuffs. Don’t be afraid of novelties, be stylish! |
Moccasins - The Hit Of Summer 2009
| The summer has almost gone but some summer models have become so popular that attract everybody’s attention till now. This summer has been a season of diversity of colors and models. But, without any doubt, moccasins are the hit of the season. |
| Initially, moccasins gained popularity in 1936. They were used by yachtsmen of America. Later, having crossed the Atlantic, they became extremely popular among men, women and kids. The reason is moccasins are comfortable and light; they are good both for everyday wear and for special events. |
| In summer 2009 most of shoe designers made their versions of moccasins. Well, let’s have a look. Southwest Moccasins Company Estancia offers their customers an open back model. You are sure to find something according to your taste. Slip your feet into these moccasins, and let your feet carry you into a carefree day. The model features a rounded toe design, fantastic stitched detail and a padded foot bed with a luxury feel. |
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| There are also collections for those who like to stand out among others and always look original. The moccasins by Nicole Power are known for their diversity of colors. When you’re in this super comfy flat, you’ve got the power to go all day and night. |
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| It’s a common knowledge that men appreciate comfort most of all. That’s why there is a vast choice of men’s moccasins. They are aimed at active men with a versatile lifestyle. The moccasins by Pikolinos are manufactured for stylish men. This bicycle toe slip-on model features a driving shoe design with sleek stitched detail. It has a leather upper and a padded heel. |
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| Eastland Cobra moccasins can be used even for official events. They look elegant and stylish. Even presidents choose such footwear (Look Like A President). It means a lot, doesn’t it? |
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The Hottest Models Of The Summer
| The summer has almost finished and we start to prepare for the next season. But all the same the popularity of the summer shoe models remains the hottest topic to discuss. Let’s look what female shoes have drawn attention of customers this summer. |
| Carlos By Carlos Santana Pounce
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| Every step in these shoes attracts delighted looks. Glamorous and sexual shoes with soft velvet fabric upper and an exotic wild animal inspired colorful pattern. Bright and unique shoes with an unusual print. A hit of the season! |
| Nina Electra
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| It’s a pretty womanly and sexual model. At first, your attention is drawn by quiet white color but then you take notice of its glam style. This fantastic stiletto is a lesson in elegance with an almost sparkling satiny upper that forms delightful ruche at the vamp strap, while simultaneously giving some vintage breeze with a snippy peep toe. It’s okay to be simply electrifying when you’re wearing the Electra. |
| Fergie Pepper
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| Do you like being original in everything? The gorgeous model from eccentric Fergie is the right choice. The chic Pepper is a strappy platform sandal on a high heel. It features a strappy design with three adjustable buckles. |
| Johnathan Kayne Paris
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| These are the real summer shoes. Fresh summer color raises the mood. These classic open-toe pumps feature elegant lace embroidery and sexy stiletto heels. They are sure to make your legs look even more slim and long. |
| Jessica Simpson
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| These fashionable caramel shoes perfectly go with a business suit and a glamorous dress. The varnished skin is up to date as usual and draws everybody’s attention; high heels make legs even more sexual. |
| Bandolino Gordona 7
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| These black, elegant shoes ought to be in your closet. First of all, low heels don’t tire a foot and are good for everyday wear. Secondly, classical black color goes with the majority of things. Besides, don’t forget that classics is always in fashion! |
Look Like A President
| In the article Your Shoes Can Talk we have already discussed that women’s footwear can expose the features of their character. But according to Megan Cleary, the author of the book “What your shoes tell about you”, men’s footwear is as interesting for discussing as a female one. Depending on what type of footwear the man chooses, it is possible to find out a lot about his character, preferences, lifestyle and habits. Well, let’s check it. |
| Megan Cleary gives lots of curious examples and data to think over. E.g., the ex-president of the USA George Bush prefers black classical leather shoes by Allen Endmonds, Wisconsin shoe company. He can also carry rough black boots by Vito Artioli quite often. But most of all Bush puts his heart on cowboy boots which he carries even at the official events. Such handiwork cowboy boots cost from 300 up to 40 thousand dollars. |
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| Allen-edmonds Day-tripper
Now we go over to another famous person. The British Prime Minister Tony Blair prefers black classical low shoes by John Lobb, which manufactures old-fashioned strict style footwear popular among rich Londoners. Thus it’s possible to make a conclusion: Mister Blair is a true British. His footwear says that he has got used to speaking straight and that he is from an imposing family where diligence is appreciated. |
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| Well, we go further. John Kerry is fond of Allen Edmonds boots similar to his competitor George Bush and actor Tom Hanks. Besides, he has a pair of low shoes by John Lobb. The conclusion is: Kerry is an active person which feels comfortable in official style footwear and clothes. That fact that he has both American and British classical style shoes means that Kerry sticks to hard and fast rules. |
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| Allen-edmonds Evans
The president of Brazil Lula da Silva prefers classical moccasins. At the official events he carries shoes with square socks by J. Jacometi. In his free time the president often puts on tennis shoes. For football he uses Nike sneakers, the gift from a well-known football player Ronaldo. Megan Cleary thinks that in spite of the fact that the president of Brazil loves simplicity, he is a serious statesman. |
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| The president of France Jacques Chirac likes black moccasins the same as Jean-Paul Gaultier does. His shoes are low and comfy. Megan’s conclusion is: the president of France has easy life approach. He likes having fun and taking pleasure from a good cuisine. Jacque Chirac enjoys life, but at the same time he is an acute person, a loyal friend and always can give a piece of advice. |
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| Without any hesitation, men’s footwear reflects some character traits of its owners. Look carefully at the men around you. Maybe the examples above will help you to guess character features of those who are dear to you. And, probably, it will help you to understand them better. |
