Thigh-high Nearby
The new season is surprising in that all the designers seem to have joined their efforts in promoting thigh-high boots. It looks like this shoe type is about to become the hit of the season.
Thigh-high boots have been around for a while, and are up until today surrounded by a great deal of controversy. Although definitely an interesting and exciting type of shoe thigh-high boots do have their limitations.
For once, when choosing to go with thigh-high boots, it is not recommended to overdo with the details and accessories. The boots themselves are already a huge element in one’s decorum, so it is better to do without large jewelry items and big-sized bags.
Besides this kind of shoe greatly emphasizes thighs, so special care should be taken over stressing the waste. This can be successfully achieved with the help of a thin or wide belt.
It is also not recommended to combine thigh-high boots and low-neck dresses and sweaters.
On the plus side, this type of shoe is ideal for visually ridding ourselves of a few of those extra pounds. A short straight dress or a long sweater along with high-heeled thigh-high boots are ideal for the purpose.
Another known fact is that pants tucked into the boots this high help to avoid unnecessary allusions. The legs seem slimmer and longer, and, let’s be honest here, a lot sexier. After all men do pay attention to our legs a lot. So making them look perfect means more glances and more interest from that part of the world’s population.
All in all the decision of the world’s most famous designers to turn their attention to thigh-high heels is a true herald of the season to come. So we should all prepare ourselves for the new madness, that’s about to take over the fashion world.
Four Main Shoe Shopping Rules
When you understand, that you need a new pair of shoes, you rush to the shoe shop. There are many articles and pieces of advice, that can give you profound information about how to choose your shoes. But how to buy it, not over-paying much – this is the question, we are trying to give you an answer to.
#1 – Do not buy shoes in the peak of the season.
Shoes shops advertise the introduction of new collections, attract our attention with bright ads and promo-actions. Only few of us can stand the temptation of simply “going to the shop to look at the new trends”. And here we get caught by the experienced shop consultants. Remember: in the peak of the season the shoes are 30 to 60% more expensive than in the end of the season. Of course this piece of advice is not appropriate for fashion-lovers. They would even like to over-pay – only to receive the new item earlier than the others!
#2 – Buy classical models.
irst of all, all the ultra-modern novelties, even produced from the finest materials, are a level lower than classical shoes. Secondly, the classical models, as a rule, have been produced for years and decades. The technologies of their production are flawless and the sizes fit the scale perfectly. Buying these shoes, you will be absolutely sure, it will be apt in every situation and will serve you for a great amount of time.
#3 – Buy the colour, that passes you.
If you have decided for classics, do not worry about the fact, that the majority of these models should be black, brown or paloma. Do not be desperate – today the shoe-makers offer dozens of colour variations. And if you still wish to buy colourful footwear, remember the main rule: try these shoes with the clothes, you are going to wear them with. Otherwise you risk to become frustrated after buying an ultra-modern novelty, that will not pass any item of your wardrobe.
#4 – Use discount cards
If the shop consultant advices you to fill in a blank and to get a discount card – do not refuse to do it. Sometimes the card is of accumulating type and your friends and relatives will also be able to buy something with it. So, you will be able to achieve huge discounts (30-50%), and, finally, even in the peak of the season you will be able to buy the pair you like, not having to wait for the sales!
Summer boots – nonsense or latest trend?
Summer boots represent a new trend in fashion. They are made from light, airy materials: jeans, cotton, flax or thin leather. Summer boots can be perforated, with a great variety of slits, or with plenty of belts. Sometimes the back or the front part of the boot can be open. The top and the instep of your summer boots should not be tightened around your ankle. The so-called “tube”, especially blister one, is in.
The new form of a heel is a high stick or a carrot. It is actual to wear boots with a massive front part, of oval or rounded care shape. Summer boots with a 5mm to 4-5 cm platform are of top fashion.
Take simple pumps and attach silk bows to them with beautiful buttons or clasps – and you will get an absolutely new model. The most popular decoration today are various bows – made of leather, raps, and decorated with brooches or bijouterie. A fresh idea is to include two or three velvet bows onto your summer boots. The aggressiveness and wildness of the previous season are substituted by doll-like ruches and draped details.
Don’t be afraid of bright and fresh colours. Motton blue summer boots look as beautiful, as the accessories made of this stone – turquoise. Be more free and more creative while choosing accessories and shoes for your summer dresses. Headscarves, brooches and decorations will contribute to your image. It’s enough to cover your nails with red polish, and bright red shoes will make a perfect match.
Designer Shoes - Special Caprices
Undoubtedly, when you buy designer shoes, they appear to be an investment in your comfort and appearance. Designer shoes are usually high quality footwear, which need to be taken proper care of. Only in this case they will serve as a pearl of your shoes collection for long, long years. To protect the most fragile and demanding designer shoes, we recommend the following:
- do not forget about waterproofing and stainproofing. Some shops offer, for example, rain and stain repellents, that protect your dearest shoes from snow, water, spills and mud. You have to spray your shoes before wearing and not to forget to do the same after it.
- you should remember, that your designer shoes need wear and tear prevention. If you suppose, that you will be wearing your shoes frequently, you can well start planning a visit to a shoe repair shop just now. However, one can put shoe taps and rubber soles on the new shoes, and this will slower the gradual wearing out, that usually happens in the majority of cases. This means, you will be enjoying your shoes longer!
- maintenance is a point, that is never to be forgotten. Clean your shoes frequently, in accordance with the frequency of wearing them. The way of cleaning is determined by the material of the shoes. If your shoes are leather, you can polish and condition your shoes with the help of leather lotion and a soft cloth. Suede will look better, if you brush it – you can buy a special suede brush or use an old toothbrush just as well. Fabric should be sprayed with a stain guard.
To say more, many shoes, and particularly those made of soft nappa leather, will serve you longer, if you provide them with shoe trees, or shoe keepers. These are small wooden sticks, that are inserted into the shoe and help it to preserve its mould and shape. You may not believe it, but shoe trees make your shoes live 4 to 5 years longer!
