Shoe of the Week #1

I do a lot of my shoe shopping online. Mainly because there is only a small selection of Tony Bianco shoes available in Perth and he is one of my favourite Australian designers.

There are also many benefits to online shopping. You have the convenience to do it anywhere, anytime and they will be delivered directly to your front door. One major negative however is the inability to try them on.

My shoe of the week is 'Aliyah' by Tony Bianco. This style is also one of my favourites at the moment.

I was hesitant at first to buy these shoes and I blame the quality of my computer screen!!

One day I was out shopping and I spotted these shoes in Myer and decided to have a closer look at them and try them on. As soon as I stepped into these shoes, I had to have them. 

What I love about this style is how glamorous they are with a towering 12cm stiletto heel. They are also unique with the gold plating detail and extremely feminine with the T-bar strap.

This style is also versatile and can be worn with dresses, skirts, shorts and skinny jeans. They are a great style and can dress up any casual outfit.

Overall, this style makes me feel very confident.

I loved this style so much that I had to buy them in another colour (because one is never enough)!

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Shoes!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

I woke up to the sound of my family's laughter and chatter, with Christmas carols playing on the surround sound, and the smell of a beautiful breakfast. I walked down the stairs to see my family sitting around the Christmas tree waiting for me to arise!

I love Christmas as it is a time to spend with your friends and family, share a delicious feast and exchange gifts.

Christmas time is my favourite day of the year, not because of the presents, but because of the time I get to spend with my family. My favourite part of the day is sitting around the Christmas tree, reminiscing about the year and the events that took place. 

2012 was a great year for me, the standout moment was the 12th of May, the day my beautiful niece was born. Happy First Christmas Savannah, I love you and cannot wait to share many more Christmases with you.

To make this day even more special, I was gifted a beautiful pair of Wittner shoes! 

Merry Christmas to my family and friends who I cannot share this day with. I am thinking of you all xo

The Heel Files

The choice of women's shoes can be very overwhelming and confusing for some. They come in many different styles, colours, textures and heel types. The below is a selection of the common heel types available and how to determine what style is what.

Stiletto Heel: This is my favourite heel type. This style of heel is extremely feminine and really elongates your legs and defines your calf muscles. A stiletto is a long, thin heel, usually higher than two and a half centimetres, with a diameter of less then one centimetre at the base. 

Kitten Heel: These are a great style when you're first starting out with high heels. They are also a great style to wear, when you'll be on your feet for an extended period of time but still want the glamour, of a high heel. A kitten heel is, traditionally a short, slim heel, with a maximum heel height of two and a half centimetres.

Chunky/Stacked Heel: This style is fast becoming popular. This is similar to a stiletto heel, with a minimum heel height of two and a half centimetres, however, the diameter of the heel at the base, is more than two centimetres. The chunky heel, can be more comfortable and stable to wear then the stiletto heel, while still maintaining the height.

Wedge Heel: This is a very comfortable style, as it supports your weight over the entire foot. The wedge heel occupies the entire space under the arch of your foot. This shoe style is very slimming for women with chunky legs and clearly defines your calf muscles. There are also many styles of wedges to choose from, in many different materials ranging from casual canvas to more stylish satin. 



Heels are an essential accessory for all women. They are extremely feminine and can do wonders for your self esteem and confidence. 

How to Wear Coloured Heels

We are now leaving winter and heading into the warm, summer months, so it’s time to dust off those bright and bold coloured shoes to brighten up your wardrobe!

When it comes to buying shoes, a lot of women are hesitant to buy coloured shoes. They believe there are limitations, with what you can wear them with and instead, opt for a neutral, versatile style that can be worn, with almost everything. Neutral shoes are a definite “must have”, however there are many benefits to wearing coloured shoes and a lot of different ways to incorporate them, into your wardrobe.

Coloured shoes are a great way to bring your outfit into the current season. During summer, it's easy to throw on a bright pair of shoes with a neutral outfit. And during winter, coloured shoes are a great way to brighten up your dark, winter clothes.

Coloured shoes can be worn in a number of ways. The below are my top tips for wearing coloured shoes:

1.     Add a splash of colour to a neutral outfit. There are many women out there that favour neutral clothing as it's a simple, elegant and versatile. Adding a splash of colour can bring that trusted little black dress, into the current season, with bold and bright colours.

2.     Colour blocking. Wearing multiple bright colours, is a popular trend at the moment, so why not try it with your shoes? Don’t worry about the colours clashing, as this is what colour blocking is all about. Just remember to try and keep the tones the same. If you are wearing florescent coloured clothing and then pair it with a pair of pastel shoes, this will throw off the balance, so remember to try and harmonise your attire.

3.     Match your shoes to your outfit. With coloured shoes, they can be added, as an accent to a funky, statement outfit. If you are wearing a multicoloured, patterned outfit, pick up one of the colours in the outfit and add a pair of shoes in this colour. This will give the outfit an edge and blend it together.

4.     Add another accessory in a matching colour. This pulls an outfit together and adds harmony to your ensemble. Whether you add a handbag, piece of statement jewellery or a scarf, by adding in another matching colour, it will complete the look, without making it match, too much.

Coloured shoes are a great way to personalise your style and add character to a simple outfit.