Currently Trending: Block Heels

I love high heels.

Especially the thin and slightly impractical, stiletto heel. But, I have to confess something... They are not that comfortable. They look fabulous and super chic but they are for standing around, not running around.

That is where the block heel comes in handy. The popular and current trending style, is a comfortable and safe shoe option for the Spring/Summer season.

So, why are the block heels so popular?

My current fave  by Wittner

Well, stating the obvious, they are comfortable. They give you the desired height, without sacrificing comfort. Wearing block heels means you can walk for miles, window shop for days and party all night long.

Block heels were never my favourite shoe trend. I thought they were too bulky and not flattering at all. So, I avoided them. That was until, I kept seeing them more and more. So, I decided to try them on.

My feet were in comfort heaven and I couldn't deny them, that feeling.

So I bought a pair.

It took me a while to get used to them. But now, they are one of my favourite shoes in my wardrobe. I wear them to and from work, casually on the weekend and I have never been so comfortable.

The chunky block heel provides much needed support under the heel of your foot and supports the arch of your foot. What more can you want from a shoe?

Veronika Maine skirt, Kookai crop top, Wittner heels and Samantha Wills necklace

There are so many styles and options available in a block heel. They are becoming popular with celebrities and they have even made an appearance on red carpet.

So here are my tips for styling your block heels this Spring/Summer season.

1. Block heels can be quite heavy so style them with chic and feminine silhouettes to soften the look. My personal favourite, is midi skirts and crop tops.

2. Block heels are great all year round. Be sure to style yours with a pair of jeans, a cotton tee and a fitted blazer, for an instantly chic look.

3. If you are still nervous to try this trend, start off with a small, block heel to gain your confidence and then graduate to a bigger block heel.

I will always be a stiletto girl, but this is one trend, that I will be embracing this season. They have already made multiple appearances in my daily outfits.

Happy shopping!

My Latest Addition

The first thing I do, when I wake up in the morning (after snoozing my alarm 10 times) is scroll through  Instagram. I love photography and I love fashion, so it is a great way to start my day. Sometimes, scrolling through celebrity's Instagram pictures and other blogger's accounts, gives me inspiration for my outfit of the day.

Seeing people wearing different outfits, reminds me of things that I have in my wardrobe but it also makes me covet some of the beautiful pieces of fashion that floods my Instagram feed.

Up close and personal with Sari

And, my latest obsession is a pair of strappy Nine West heels. For weeks, I have been waiting in anticipation for these beauties, to arrive in stores, so I could finally step my feet into them. 

And, when I did, I was in love.

Meet 'Sari' my latest shoe addition. They are everything I wanted them to be. They fit me perfectly. It's like they used my foot to develop the shoes. Almost an extension of my legs.

Wearing Kookai dress and Sari high heels by Nine West

And, I had to have them.

I'm a shoe girl. I love them and appreciate different styles, designers and mass produced brands. My desire for a shoe is not label deep, it is based on they way they look, and the way they make me feel.

Nine West Sari heels and Samantha Wills rings

And these ones, make me feel amazing.

What I love about these shoes, is the confidence they give me. They are sexy, sassy, seductive and super feminine. If you feel down, these shoes will pick you right back up. They will give you a little spring in your step.

And I love the heel height of these. The 9cm heel, makes them a comfortable and sensible heel height. They are high enough to be super glamorous when you hit the town but they are also great for during the day.

Sari heels image via the Nine West Facebook page

They are feminine and flattering and go well with everything. I've worn them with a-line skirts, pencil dresses and even under skinny jeans. Since buying these shoes, they have made more appearances in daily outfits, then any of my other shoes.

It's true love!

Fashion News: Topshop Perth Opening Tomorrow!

Get excited Perth fashionistas! In less than 24 hours, Topshop Perth will be opening their doors, ready for trading.

First established in 1964, the fashion giant now has over 300 stores in the UK and more than 440 shops across 37 countries. And now, after months of preparation, the iconic, Bristish, fashion retailer will be ready for you too 'shop til you drop'.

Topshop Perth will be located on Murray Street Mall, right next door to the International fashion label Zara, which opened earlier this month. It's about time, that the fashion industry makes a mark on the Western Australia map!

I thought, to mark this momentous occasion, I would compile my current season Topshop wish list ready for the grand opening tomorrow.

Currently Trending: Crimsonite

Do you have that particular pair of shoes, that no matter how blue you are feeling, they make you feel better, instantly?

Well I do, and they are red.

No matter how sad or unmotivated I am feeling, as soon as I step my feet into a pair of bright, red shoes, my mood lifts and I feel like I am ready to conquer the world.

Red shoes are nothing new, they have been a popular trend for a long time, but I think they deserve a special mention for the Spring/Summer season. They are great to accompany your neutral Summer dresses during the warm months, but they are also fabulous for adding a pop of colour during the cold Winter months. The perfect all year rounder.

My tips for styling your red shoes are:

1. Add that little pop of colour to a basic neutral outfit. There is no neutral that red will not go with. My favourite outfit, is a black pencil skirts and white blouse, paired with red pointed toe pumps. The red adds a pop of colour to your outfit, while still being appropriate for the office.

2. For a fearless and jaw dropping outfit, definitely add your favourite red lipstick with your killer red heels and you'll be able to conquer any task given to you.

3. Avoid wearing your red shoes, with overly suggestive outfits. The pop of red in your shoes, is already sexy enough, so be sure to keep your outfit simple, classic and elegant. The red shoe will definitely do all the talking.

There are some things, that you should avoid wearing with red shoes. Red on red is just a red overkill and looks like you are trying to hard. And, the only appropriate time to style your red shoes, with a green outfit is Christmas time.

Last year, I dedicated a post to my first pair of red shoes. Since then, I have bought 3 more pairs and cannot seem to stop. There are so many pairs available and they come in an array of styles. You definitely should get shopping, to find the right pair for you.

Happy shopping!