Currently Trending: Going Nude

My current season nude of choice is the Tatiana pump by Nine West

Spring is in the air!

The flowers are beginning to bloom, the weather is warming up and everyone has, that little spring in their step! So what better time, to start building, your 2014 Spring/Summer shoe collection?

And, why not kick off your new Season collection, with my favourite and most popular trend for the season... Nudes.

Nude shoes seem to be the colour (or neutral) of choice for the Spring/Summer season. Everywhere I look, I am bombarded with an array of styles, in varying shades of cream, beige, tan and everything in between. Who would have thought, there was so many shades of nude available?

So, what makes nude shoes, so amazing?

The main purpose of a nude shoe, is to elongate your silhouette. If you find the perfect shade of nude, close to your skin tone, your legs will appear so much longer (amazing, right?). There are so many shades of nude available and it can be daunting, but have fun, every girl loves trying on shoes and you'll find the perfect pair eventually.

Nude shoes are the perfect accessory for statement outfits. They complement bold colours, prints and patterns, without drawing too much attention away from your outfit.

Tony Bianco 'Aliyah' Heels and Samantha Wills jewels

Not only are nude shoes perfect for Spring, they are great all year round. They complement brights and pastels throughout the Spring/Summer season, but they are also great for breaking up the blacks and greys throughout Winter. Who could say no, to the perfect trans-seasonal shoe? These are a definite 'must have' for every wardrobe.

The possibilities are endless, when it comes to styling your nude shoes. Below are my top 3 tips:

1. Find a clutch or handbag, in a different shade of nude. This season, is all about contrasting different shades of nude, so it doesn't matter if your bag isn't a perfect match, to your shoes. Just make sure the tone of nude is similar (pink tone, grey tone, yellow tone etc).

2. Add nude shoes to a bold, statement outfit. They go well with printed, patterned and coloured outfits. They will complement your look, without drawing too much attention away from your ensemble.

3. For a fresh, Spring/Summer outfit, add a nude pair of shoes to a simple white dress. This look is super feminine and effortlessly chic. The perfect outfit, for lunch with the girls.

Nude shoes are popping up online and appearing in shops all over the city, so get hunting, for your perfect nude shoe. This is one particular trend you need to get your hands on quickly.

For more tips on styling your nude shoes, see my popular blog post, How to Wear Neutral Heels.

Be sure, to check back next week, for more of the latest Spring/Summer trends and styling tips.