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Perth has caught up with the Season calendar (about time!) and we are seeing some warm and sunny days. Finally some appropriate weather, to start calling it Spring time.

And there is nothing more appropriate then colourful shoes, to get you through your Spring season.

There is something about colourful shoes, that make you happy. They are bright and cheerful and just perfect for the Spring/Summer season. You should definitely step into a pair of bright, colourful shoes, to give you that little spring in your step.

Most women opt for neutral shoes, instead of coloured shoes, as they believe there are limitations to what you can wear with them. Now, it's true. Neutral shoes do go with absolutely every colour, print and pattern around but every now and again, you need to spice up your look and step into a killer pair of bright shoes.

Don't be afraid to wear multiple colours in one outfit. Colour blocking 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 keep the harmony of colours the same.

My tips for styling your colourful shoes are:

1. Style your bright and bold coloured shoes, with a neutral outfit. Step into those bright coloured shoes and your favourite LBD and you'll be ready for the spring races. They are the perfect accessory, to bring your outfit into the current season.

2. Match your shoes, to your outfit. If you have a statement outfit, with multiple colours, prints or patterns, pick out one of the colours in the print, and find a pair of shoes in the same or vary shade of the colour. This will tie the whole look together.

3. Add some accessories in matching colours. Whether it be a matching handbag, jewellery or a scarf, this will harmonise your outfit and make it pop.

You can't go wrong with a coloured shoe, this Spring/Summer.

Happy shopping!

What is your favourite colour for shoes?

Shoe of the Week

Dreaming of Paris...

I was walking down the cobble streets of Avignon. It had been a long and busy day, filled with sight seeing and exploring the history of the town. I was on my way back to the hotel, weaving through little alley ways, admiring the architecture of the town.

Somehow, I had managed to stumble upon a beautiful street, lined with fashion boutiques and beautiful cafes. Even when I am not trying, I can always find hidden fashion treasures.

Wearing: Cue Peplum Dress / Mimco pouch / Dotti Hat / CosmoParis high heels / Chanel lipstick

It was then, that I spotted them. They were sitting in the window of a beautiful boutique and I instantly fell in love. For a while, I had been on the hunt, to find the perfect pair of red, high heel shoes. I always thought they were feminine, flirty and fun and I really wanted to buy a pair for myself. But, finding the perfect red shoe, is much harder than it sounds.

I wanted a classic style, that was simple and elegant but did not look cheap and nasty. And these were it. Unfortunately, I hesitated. I continued down the street to the hotel. Leaving my shoes behind.

Once upon a time, I would hesitate to buy shoes. I would consider the cost of them. And, I would consider my need for them. How different I am now!

A few days later, I was shopping at Au Printemps in Paris, and I spotted them... Again. This time, I knew, it was meant to be.

I tried them on, and instantly wanted them. I love the vibrant red colour of them. They are a great accessory to brighten any outfit!

I love the patent leather as it makes them more elegant and feminine.

The heel is my idea of perfect. They are wonderfully thin and a comfortable height, ideal for all day wear. These shoes are hand made in Italy. Does it get any better than that?

I love these shoes and have worn them so many times. They are extremely versatile and go well with absolutely everything. The classic style means they go great with dresses, skirts and trousers for work, but they also look great under jeans for a more casual look.

These shoes are very special to me and have travelled all the way from Paris. Whenever I step my feet into these shoes, I instantly think of Paris. I start day dreaming about shopping on the Champs Elysees, climbing the Eiffel Tower and cruising down the Seine.

It is amazing how one pair of shoes, can evoke so much emotion and instantly transport me back to Paris :P

Have I mentioned that I love these shoes?

Shoe of the Week

Sometimes you may not be looking for shoes, or even in the mood for shoe shopping (which doesn't happen often!) and they just catch your eye. Even in the unlikely event, you can find shoes you love.

My Shoe of the Week is 'Prelude' by Siren shoes.

I bought these shoes on my recent trip to Adelaide. I was walking through Rundle Mall with my family, when I discovered them. It was love at first sight.

It was a cold and rainy day in Rundle Mall and it was the bright yellow, patent that caught my attention. It was nice to see something colourful and bright for the Winter season.

I love shoe shopping. If I am having a bad day, I know shoe shopping will always cheer me up. When I stepped my feet into these shoe, I felt happy... I felt confident, excited, feminine and stylish. That feeling, never gets old!

Wearing: Sass and Bide singlet / Country Road Jeans and Tony Bianco sunglasses

I love the 11cm metallic heel. It's a great height for elongating my silhouette without being too high. They are extremely comfortable and easy to walk in. 

These shoes are a great style for dressing up, any Autumn/Winter outfit. 

I love the contrast between the materials and colours on the shoes. I love the black suede pointed toe, fading into off white mesh and settling on yellow patent leather. It is definitely a style that will turn heads this Winter season.

These shoes are a classic style and shape, which means they will be extremely versatile. They look great with skinny jeans for a more casual look, but they can also be dressed up with skirts and dresses.

I am head over heels in love with these shoes. 

Shoe of the Week

My major Winter crush right now, is anything burgundy, marone and everything in between.

This is what drew my attention to Kookai's 'City Chic' Boots in deep red. 

I bought these shoes while I was shooting a previous Shoe of the Week on King Street in Perth. I spend a lot of my spare time browsing online shoe stores and social media platforms. It's great for keeping up to date with the latest fashion trends.

One day I was browsing through all the pictures on Instagram, when I noticed these boots. As soon as I saw them, I loved them and I knew I had to try them on!

I love everything about these boots. The colour is amazing and sure to turn heads this Winter season. These boots are the perfect accessory for adding a splash of colour to your dark, Winter ensembles. 

And who could look passed the stiletto heel? The heels are a sure "ankle breaker" but they look amazing and gives my calf muscles a great workout! These ankle boots are a great accessory, to dress up any outfit.

Wearing: Kookai jacket / Kookai tights / Kookai boots 

The hidden platform is a great addition to the shoe. It helps reduce the height of the heel, making them more comfortable to wear and easier to walk in. 

I love the contrast of the gold zip details against the deep red suede. It is a great combination and makes them appear dressier. Despite the colour, the shoes are incredibly versatile. They go great with jeans for a more casual look and they also go great with dresses and tights. 

These are one of my favourite ankle boots, this Winter season. They are a simple, classic style, which means they will go with absolutely everything. 

Images by Jessica Pavalech

I am looking forward to putting my best foot forward in the show stopping heels!

Shoe of the Week #10

My shoe of the week is 'Amp' in blood orange, by Siren shoes.

I discovered Siren shoes late into my sole obsession. I must have been living under a rock for some time! But, then I found them. And, can I just say... amazing shoes!

Wearing: Cue dress and Samantha Wills jewellery

I was doing some web surfing and decided to check out the new season shoes, on the Siren website. When I spotted these shoes, I knew they had to be mine. They are incredible.

What caught my attention most, was the height of the heel. The 14cm heel provides me with a challenge, which I greedily accepted! I have many different heel heights but I think this is by far, the tallest heels in my wardrobe. And... I can walk in them! 

I feel glamorous when I step my feet into these shoes. They make me so much taller. It's nice to see the world at 185cm, for a change! They also give me legs, to be proud of.

The platform is an added feature which aids in the comfort of the heel, by absorbing some of the height. The platform also adds extra support under the balls of the feet, while still maintaining the illusion of skyscraper heels.

I also love the colour of the shoe. It is perfect for the summer months to brighten up your wardrobe. The black and white accents on the shoes, provide a nice contrast against the coral and makes the style unique.

Another amazing feature on these shoes is the t-bar strap. This makes the style incredibly feminine and will be sure to turn heads. These shoes go great with dresses, skirts, shorts and jeans, which makes them versatile... another positive! 

I was surprised by how comfortable these shoes were. The 14cm heel is very structured and supportive and there is added cushioning in the sole of the shoes. This helps to relieve some of the pressure from your feet.

Once I bought these shoes, Siren released them in even more colours, including purple, which is my all time favourite colour. I am still yet to find a purple shoe that I love. These may need to be my next purchase!

When hard work finally pays off...Part 2

“Shoes transform your body language and attitude. They lift you physically and emotionally.” – Christian Louboutin

When I step my feet into a pair of high heels, I instantly change. They transform me from a shy, quiet person, into someone who is confident and ready to take on the world. And what better way is there, to conquer the world, than in a pair of iconic, red lacquer heels?

In my last post I talked about my first pair of Christian Louboutin heels, well, I bought my second pair of Christian Louboutins, at the same time. 

So, it's time for me to introduce you to my second (and equally amazing) pair of Christian Louboutin heels, the stunning, 'Divinoche'.

I'm a frequent visitor of the designer shoes section of David Jones Hay Street. I covet the high end footwear and day dream about what shoes I would buy if I came into some money. I'd been eyeing this pair for a while but then I spotted 'Fifi' (see previous post for this story!) and knew these ones would have to wait!

Wearing: Veronika Maine dress / Samantha Wills and Tiffany and Co Rings / Clavin Klein Watch / Christian Louboutin Heels

When I returned to David Jones to buy ‘Fifi’, I noticed these shoes were on sale. Who could say no to them now? 

I owed it to the shoes to at least try them on! :)

Once I stepped my feet into the shoes, I knew, I wanted them (yes, I say this with all my shoes but isn't it obvious? I'm obsessed). It was like they were made especially for my feet. They fit perfectly and they were incredibly comfortable. They had to be mine.

These shoes are everything that I believe a shoe should be. They a chic, stylish, feminine, beautiful, unique, simple and of course, a little bit sexy. 

I love the 120mm heel. They define my calf muscles and make me stand so much taller. The little platform under the toes is an added bonus, it takes away some of the height, which makes them more comfortable to survive the night in.

I love the colour contrast on these shoes. The maroon and pink go great together and makes this style very unique. I also love the way the straps wrap around the ankle, they really elongate my legs. 

Every time I look at my Christian Louboutin shoe boxes, I have to pinch myself to make sure I’m not dreaming. I feel proud of myself for working hard and achieving something amazing.

Anything can happen if you set your mind to it.

Shoe of the Week #7

My shoe of the week is 'Miss Munroe' by Peeptoe shoes.

I bought these shoes while on a holiday in Melbourne last year. The first thing that caught my attention was the colour. It is very unique and goes well with the winter tones. It is also a great colour for summer, if you don't want to wear a black shoe as it can be quite harsh.

I wear a lot of black outfits to work and this is a great style to give my outfit a burst of colour without drawing all the attention away from the ensemble.

The classic pump is extremely versatile and goes well with everything. I've worn this style to work with dresses, skirts and pants. I can't get enough of them! The patent leather really dresses them up which makes it the perfect style to transform from day to night!

I like the toe box on this style as it is very unusual. It is not quite a pointed toe or round toe but something in-between.

I am a huge fan of stiletto heels, which means this style ticks that box. The 10cm heel is great for work as it is comfortable and I can last all day in them. And who can't go passed the signature purple Peeptoe soles? Amazing.

Two days after I made my purchase of these shoes, they went on sale for 50% off! I could have bought more shoes with the savings!

Shoe of the Week #5

My shoe of the week is 'Esther' by Siren.

I have to admit, this shoe was an impulse purchase. I was browsing the sale shoes when I stumbled upon this style. This style definitely caught my attention but it was the sale price that sold me. $49.95 for a pair of suede platform high heels... Who could say no?

Aside from the price, I like the colour of these shoes. They are a great colour for spring and summer. They look great with neutral outfits as a colour accent or as a contrast with other spring colours. 

The heel of the shoe is also very different. I own many chunky heeled shoes, but this is my first square based heel. The height of the heel is great. For me, the higher the better! The platform makes the style more comfortable to wear for longer periods of time.

The ankle strap is also very feminine, flirty and fun to wear! This style would be the perfect heel to wear for a Sunday afternoon with the girls!

I am definitely glad I bought this style. I practically saved money buying them!! :P

Shoe of the Week #3

Tony Bianco is one of my favourite shoe designers in Australia. Mainly because the shoes are comfortable, great quality and affordable. I own more Tony Bianco shoes then any other designers.

My shoe of the week is 'Milly' by Tony Bianco.

I bought these shoes while on a holiday in Melbourne. The first thing that caught my attention, was the colour. The blue is bright and vibrant and perfect for summer. It's also great for adding a splash of colour during winter. 

Coloured shoes are a great addition to any shoe collection, as they brighten up your wardrobe. They are also great for personalising your outfit. I normally wear this style as a colour accent with my neutral outfits.

I also love the heel on this shoe. The platform takes away some of the height, while still maintaining the illusion of a high heel. This combination makes the style more comfortable and easier to walk in.

The ankle strap is very feminine and the style looks great with dresses and skirts during summer or trousers and jeans during winter.

I enjoy wearing this style when I need a bit of brightness in my day.

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.