Futuristic Shoe Designs by Andreia Chaves
Posted on August 10, 2010
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| Andreia Chaves is a footwear designer whose approach to shoes differs a lot from what we have got used to see in life and even on runways. Every shoe created by the designer is a work of art full of diversity and contrasts. By the way, I mentioned one of her works in Top 5 Creative & Extravagant Shoes lately. But I think that Andreia’s work is worth far more attention. Below are some of her extravagant works. |
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| The Invisible Shoe has a mirrored surface, creating a deceptively obscured optical effect with every step taken. Its chameleon-like façade blends in perfectly with any environment. |
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| The Prism Shoe is a fascinating structural design that by itself looks like an intricate work of origami – casting beautiful kaleidoscopic shadows against the ground. This shoe clearly shows us Chaves’ chaotic - yet orderly concept coming to life through her shoe design. |
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| The Form & Texture Shoe reveals a beautiful mixture of form and material while keeping just enough chaos to stay interesting. The contradiction here is the seemingly indestructible framework combined with the disorderly arranged leather and sycamore wood cubes. The silhouette creates a theatrical impressive statement. |
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| Chaves finds it thrilling how each particular material has the power to completely change someone’s vision about a design. An example for this, she presented a sandal made from ordinary Velcro strips that hold the foot. It is curious that you can easily change its shape, redesigning it and creating sculptures in air. |
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| The Twirled Sandal is part of Andreia’s study of optical effects. The shoe is made of PVC and metal. Looking at this sandal it becomes clear that the designer loves to provoke and shatter common concept created by the society during many centuries. According to Andreia Chaves beauty can be found in chaos., and she really finds it! |
Top 5 Creative & Extravagant Shoes
Posted on August 5, 2010
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| One of the best ways to stand out and even shock is your footwear. If you put on any of the shoes listed below, you will definitely be in the centre of attention and discussions. If it is what you need, choose the best option for you, if not, just enjoy the pictures. |
| • Form & Texture Shoes. This is the shoe designed by Andreia Chaves. It exhibits a disciplined study of form and material while keeping just enough chaos to stay interesting. The contradiction here is the seemingly indestructible framework fused with the disorderly arranged leather and sycamore wood cubes. The contours create a theatrical statement nothing short of impressive. |
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| • Illuminated Shoes. London based famous shoe designer Nicholas Kirkwood is known for extravagant approach to fashion. Recently he has created a series of illuminated high heel shoes for Rodarte’s Fall – Winter collection 2010/2011. |
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| • Flower Shoes. While these are definitely not everyday shoes, they would be lovely for a bride or brides maids. They were debuted as part of Scherer Gonzalez’ 2009 Spring collection. The ultra-high heels have had the clear hollow space in the platform bases stuffed full of blossoms and petals. Additional fresh flower stems and leaves decorate the ankles and wrap up the models legs. |
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| • Candy Shoes. Sarajevo designer Belma Arnautovi? has created a collection of shoes including these candy-filled heels. Inspired by candies and cakes, these conceptual shoes for girls are completely wearable. The designer aimed to produce eccentric unique pieces that bear symbols of fun, dreams and candy perfume. |
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| • High Tide Heels. The best option for the sexy scuba diver. The high tide shoes appeared on catwalk show for Mercedes Australian Fashion week 2002 at Bondi Iceberbs. Nice idea actually. Great for crazy fashionistas who don’t want to be seen without heels even at the beach. |
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Fall-Winter 2010 Shoe Trends Review
Posted on August 4, 2010
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| All fashion designers have already presented their collections for Fall – Winter 2010/11. So it is high time to tally up everything we have seen on a catwalk. Below are the most popular and interesting shoe trend for a season to come. |
| Fur boots. Winters are getting colder over the globe recently, so the trend looks quite attractive and practical. Besides, if you wear fur boots by Chanel or Lanvin you will feel not only warmth and comfort but looks of admiration too. |
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| Laced-up boots. Laces are getting very popular. Such footwear is very comfy and looks great, but taking it off can be a problem. The best laced-up boots were presented by Fendi, Givenchy and Erdem. |
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| Shoes with buckles. It is a surprise to see shoes with buckles on a catwalk. Spring and summer footwear also featured this detail. Now the trend is gaining power and popularity and the slogan for the seasons to come is ‘the more buckles, the better’. Though they might bring the same problem as laces, I personally do not see it as a problem. Instead, the greatest advantage of buckles is that they look extravagant and interesting and provide great support and fixation for the foot. |
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| Chunky heels. Although stilettos look glamorous chunky heels are much more comfortable. And plenty of women prefer being safe and comfy rather than sexy and scared of falling down. Besides, nobody says that wearing chunky heels you will not look sexy either. Just try the boots featuring chunky heels by Michael Kors, Versace or Ivatore Ferragamo and you will obviously love them. |
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| Unusual combination of colors. Fall is a rather gloomy season, so all you need is to brighten it up. To brighten up our footwear designers have chosen the technique of combining colors. Yellow goes together with brown, red is mixed with pink. More variables are possible. |
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Christian Louboutin Clou Noeud 150 Slingbacks Are a Hit Among Celebrities
Posted on August 3, 2010
Filed Under Celebrity Shoes, Christian Louboutin Shoes, Heels, Interesting to know, Latest trends, Platforms, Pumps | Leave a Comment
| Once again we turn our attention to one of the best fashion designers in the industry Christian Louboutin. The point for heightened interest is Clou Noeud 150 Studded slingbacks. The shoes have been worn by so many celebrities, I’ve honestly lost track. Some of them (Dakota Fanning, Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Heidi Klum and that is only beginning of the list) you can see in the pictures. |
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| And now a little about details. The leather slingback pumps feature a heel that measures about 150mm, or 6 inches and a 30mm, or 1 inch platform. By the way, the pumps are named after heels’ height. They sport a peep toe and a signature red soles. The distinctive feature of the pumps is silver tone stud embellishment and a leather bow at front also adorned with studs. Slip on these directional heels to add edge to every outfit. |
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| You might have noticed that celebrities wear two versions of the Christian Louboutin Clou Noeud 150 Studded slingbacks. Those who prefer rck chic style and want to make an emphasis an their power choose black pumps. Whilst women who prefer to stay elegant, classic yet modern and stylish choose a pastel pink version. |
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| The Clou Noeud 150 Studded Slingback has been spotted all over the red carpet in recent weeks, on women of every age, size, shape, and color. Though the shoes appeared in stores last week, they’re already sold out. And fashionistas do not even pay attention to $1,195 price tag. |
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| Clou Noeud 150 looks super chic, edgy, and neutral tone means they go with practically anything but still have some major wow factor. What is more, the pumps make legs look longer and slimmer due to high heels. No doubt, it is a must have of the season. |
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