We've been promised exciting new things from Swedish Hasbeens ever since SJP stepped out in a pair on the set of the new Sex and the City movie. But we certainly couldn't have imagine anything quite as colourful, fun and girly as what they've actually produced! Finally, it seems the holy grail of comfort and style has been found.
The springy summer shoes shown here fit right in with the trend for clogs, and are the latest styles from the Swedish label that brought us these yummy coloured boots earlier this season. All styles are available online now, but they'll be coming soon to ASOS, Topshop Oxford Circus and many more outlets before the spring.
This unusual style from French Connection is a rare example of a shoe with a 'spiked' heel I actually rather like. The overall balance of the style works well, and the extra straps would presumably provide decent purchase for wrenching your foot out when it's trapped in a pavement crack or gutter.
Jokes aside, this is a cute shoe, and French Connection have recently slashed its price. I love the roundness of the shoe itself, the peachy soft interior fabric and the warm suede outer. Available in black or plum.
£44 (was £110) at French Connection
Much of the US is experiencing the same 'Day After Tomorrow' style weather events we've been battling with for weeks back in Blighty, and Rachel Bilson is leading the way in Weather Warning Chic. Striding out in her croc-effect, Jimmy Choo wellington boots, she certainly knows how to dress for a deluge.
Bad news for anyone who wants to snap up a pair: the much-coveted boots are sold out pretty much everywhere. A combination of lousy weather, the magic touch of Choo and a reasonable price tag have seen demands skyrocket. But we've found a pair of the even rarer grey version, as worn by Bilson here on Ebay in a UK size 4, with a buy-it-now price of £428. That's already more than the cost of the £235 sold-out boots on Net-a-Porter...
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Want to combine shoe-shopping with getting glammed up in time for your romantic Valentine's night out? Our friends at Laura J boutique in Islington can help, as they're hosting a bit of a party on Saturday 13th, with the store set out as a fabulous retro village fete.
Alongside the usual unique and stylish shoes from Laura J, Chie Mihara and Lady Double You, you'll be able to admire and purchase selected pieces from clothing label French Kiss Vintage, jewellery from Lady Luck Rules OK and pick out something for the weekend from handmade lingerie label Bannbee. There'll be a living, breathing and fan-dancing window display to get you in the mood, and makeup artist Lucy Freeman is on hand to give tips on the perfect fifties eyeliner flick. Being a local resident herself, Ms. Shoewawa also hopes to make an appearance!
We're big fans of TOMS - the super comfy, super ethical shoes that make you feel great inside and out (for every pair of shoes purchased, TOMS give another pair to a child in need). So it's exciting to hear that Topshop have invited TOMS founder Blake Mycoskie along with supermodel Erin Wasson to open a shoe customising workshop in their flagships store on Oxford Street, during London Fashion Week.
If you'd like to take part in this 'Style your Sole' event and walk away with a unique piece of footwear, come along to the store on Sunday 21st or Monday 22nd February, where you'll get to meet Blake, Erin and an all-female team of graffiti artists: all of whom will customise a pair of fabulous TOMS shoes for you. If you've got a schedule like I have for LFW, your feet are going to be needing them!
To find out more, visit TOMS' site
We don't see a lot of 1940s vintage in the footwear section: most have been trampled into the ground by now. But here's an opportunity to buy a near-pristine pair for less than your average pair of high street shoes!
The taupe, leather peep-toe slingbacks are genuine vintage from the 1940s, with only 'minor scuffing' on the left heel. The 'berries' decorating the front of the shoes are an interesting addition that's quite unlike anything I've seen on recent styles.
$65 at Etsy
Our Marc loves hearts, so it's no wonder his shoes are more popular than ever at this time of year. These tall, proud platforms are the colour of love, and decorated with a padded heart.
It's actually the main body of these shoes that excites me, however: the red, suede insoles look like they'd really comfort the feet, which is something you'd need on a heel that high - just ask Posh. The wooden, exposed platform is a perfect contrast to all that deep red plushness, and I think the overall effect works really well.
£144 (was £480) at The Outnet
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