Damsel

Sometimes you run into a pair of shoes that catch you by surprise. As did these Jeffrey Campbell Damsels. I didn't expect to like them, but I guess the chart print won me over in the end. And they remind me a lot of my Asos Ablaze boots. If you're rather keen on these however, you can get them here for $190, but only if you happen to be a US 6, as they're completely sold out in all other sizes

Quilted Lita

The strangest thing just happened: I figured this version of Jeffrey Campbell's infamous (you either love them or you hate them) looked sort of Louboutin-esque. I guess it's because that fierce toecap reminds me so much of Louboutin's Asteroid. I'm still not a fan of the Litas, but if you're going to wear them, at least make them crazy-ass. These are currently out of stock, so you will not be able to spend your $185 on them, but perhaps you can still find them elsewhere.

Black crystal

I love these. Now don't get me wrong, I'm still not completely on board with the pin needle heel. But these, these I can stand the sight of. I might even allow them on my own feet. That said, these aren't any plain old pair of pin needle heels though. These Giuseppe Zanotti booties are completely covered in black crystals, which is the main reason why I like them so much. Because, you know, I rarely meet a stud or a crystal I don't like.

These booties will remain the subject of my dreams however, as The Outnet is still charging €598 for them (as opposed to the original €1195, but still way too much for my budget) and most sizes are completely sold out. If you can't say no to these though, feel free to splurge on them here.

Project 5

Finsk is one of those brands that I really really can't imagine wearing myself. Even when they try to do "normal", the shoe will still be unlike everything you've ever seen before. They're "out there" with their designs, and they'll charge you for it as well. Take the curiously named Project 5. Looks like a plain black boot (a quite pretty one, I might add) that's placed on top of an ornament of some sort. Now how in the hell would you walk in these? I usually love their ideas conceptually, but I can't imagine them selling enough shoes to keep afloat. Because seriously, who in the world would be spending $1000 on these?

Milena

Had enough of studs already? Well, tough luck, because I sure haven't. While these might not be the classiest pair of boots, they sure bring a lot of "oomph" and "pizzaz" to the table. And at €50, they won't render you bankrupt either. Still, I feel like they could be designer, or at least more-than-highstreet. A brand like Kandee would do them, for example, or Kurt Geiger.
Oh, and they also come in a suede version, if you don't like the look of this black leather.

What's new at Zara?

New collections are upon us, and thus there are new shoes to be seen and had everywhere! Zara has been pleasing me a lot lately, and their new shoes are no exception. I wouldn't know which ones to pick first. Or actually, I do know, because I'm quite sure that I'll be stalking my local Zara for these amazing Charlotte Olympia-esque platforms! I wouldn't know which ones I would choose! I love the tan ones, but I looooove the red heel on the sand-coloured version. Dilemmas! You can pick one for £50.

I also really love this colour blocking heel, even if the shape is a bit clumsy. I don't own any shoes with this silhouette (pointy toe and chunky heel), but I love the colour combination. These are also £50, and would work well with Mad Men-inspired outfits.

Next up, pink! Of course this bootie was going to make this selection! It wouldn't fit in with my personal style, but that doesn't mean I don't like to look at it. A pair of these can be yours for £60.

And last but not least: these festive peep toes. They remind me a lot of these Blink platforms, but honesty commands me to admit that I liked those a tiny bit better. Still, these would make a great pair for a night out, so if you like them, you can hand over your £40 to Zara.

Roxie Spike

Meet Roxie Spike. Those Jeffrey Campbell rocking wedges that I've been losing my mind over? Yeah, they make boots with that platform as well. With studs. Major fierceness! I might as well get it over and done with and just hand over my money now, right?

At $265, these will have to go on the wishlist though (and possibly forever remain there).

High Stakes

You may remember those amazing banana heels from Topshop that I wrote about a while ago (and that never actually showed up in purple, damn Topshop!). Well, apparently banana heels are "a thing" now, and I can't say I'm angry at that. There's something so crazy about inward curve of those heels, you just have to love them. I've been seeing them everywhere, those banana heels, and I quite like the simple elegance of these Nine West booties.
They're only available in black, but you do have the choice between a suede or a leather version. Both are $129, which is very reasonable for a "real" shoe.

Dandelion

I have no idea where they got the name from, as dandelions in my mind are pretty and look like this, and I definitely don't see any ressemblance whatsoever to this shoe. As it is butt ugly, excuse the language.

Who comes up with shoes like this, I wonder? Who in the world has thought it would be a good idea to put a heel under a men's shoe and call it a pump? Weird thing is, people are actually out there buying them, since they're only available in three sizes anymore.

What's happening to the world???

Arnoeud

It's that time again: the preview of Louboutin's Fall-Winter collection. And there are beauties to be admired, such as these gorgeous little booties. They're still true to the colour blocking trend, but in a very "Mondriaan" way, so they'll still be wearable when the whole hype eventually blows over. Also: a little bow! They're 100mm, which means they should still be quite easy to walk in, and they retail for €795, which seems very reasonable for a pair of Louboutin booties.

Apart from some new "faces", some of the shoes in the new collection are updates from existing styles, such as this new take on the Lady Peep Spikes with leopard print, maroon suede and gold accents or this red tartan Lady Daf.

Blightly

Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse, these popped up.

Geri

Just in case someone's still out there dreaming of becoming a Spice Girl... Your dream is only £100 away.

Corsage

Generally I'm not one for the overly sweet shoes, and although these booties are far more romantic looking than I generally go for, I still like them quite a lot. The combination of the intricate broderie anglaise, the soft suede, the pink tones, the wooden heel and the delicate roses conjures a very girly, dreamy vibe.
These Ruby Shoo booties have a tougher sister though, with a plain grey uppers and some vibrant fuchsia flowers. Whichever one you prefer, you'll have to shell out £50 for them.

Shoe challenge #6: Grey+red

This is how I dress on an everyday basis: thrown on a dress, tights, and match the belt to the shoes. Done! It's as easy as that. You want to know what else was easy? These photos. Just a little selftimer, and no editing. At all. They're a little crooked, but who cares? I certainly don't!

I still love this dress, it has quickly become one of my go to-pieces, so be prepared to see it in a similar fashion with yellow, pink, black and so many other colours.

The shoes are amazing as well, they're a deep tomato red that attracts attention everywhere I go. And we all know that's how I like my heels: attention-grabbing!

Dress and belt from Dorothy Perkins, shoes from Kurt Geiger.

Shoe challenge #2: Everybody wears green

I know that everyone, including me, is excited to be starting a shoe challenge again, which influences the speed with which we're going. It seems like everyone is saving a pair of shoes every day, but I know from experience that that won't last long. Not even with me, even if I'm already dreaming of finishing the challenge early this time and not having to worry towards the end.

It's the first time I'm combining my shoe challenge with the Everybody Everywear project, which this month is asking us to wear green. The one colour that I don't own in my closet, not even in the form of shoes. I own turkoise and mint and teal and lime, but not pure green. This is the closest I could get. I took these photos after work, so excuse the wrinkles.

On my feet is a relatively new pair of black booties, which were given to me by someone who realized pretty quickly that (for them) they were a bad purchase. Another one's shopping mistake is my gift! They're from New Look, but they're real suede and they were in mint condition when I got them, so I wasn't going to refuse. They've already proven to be an excellent basic in my closet.

Dress and boots from New Look.

Andreia Chaves

Behold: the Naked Shoe. Very architectural and interesting, don't you think? It fits like a stiletto shoe, but it looks like a stylized wedge bootie. It makes me long for more, as I think that there's a pretty shoe hidden in that cage. I love the contrast of the soft nude shoe within and the edgier encasement of it.

They're from the same designer that brought us the "Invisible Shoe", comprised of tons of little mirrors to reflect your surroundings. Or better, your feet's surroundings.

As you may have guessed, these don't come cheap though: $2795 and $3995.

Fuchsia in Winter 2.0

Remember those hot pink Alexander McQueen ankle boots? And the Kandee (kind of) lookalikes I showed you? Well, I have found a better (and cheaper!) match for those of you in dire need of some fuchsia. I guess we can still count on Steve Madden to make a knock-off of any shoes that sell. There are still certainties in life.
They're real suede, and they'll set you back €160. There's also a black version, but where's the use in that, right?

Givenchy's mystery

I spotted these purple Givenchy booties over at The Man Repeller, but even she doesn't even seem to know where to find them, as she didn't link them either. Although I have found the nude version (they sold out quickly though, at €846), they might remain a mystery, as I can't find the purple ones anywhere. Not even on Google Image! (so I pulled this tiny snapshot from Leandra's montage) Look at those gorgeous angles!

They do seem to exist in real life (I'm taking this picture as proof), but where oh where??

20 years Louboutin

It's been twenty years since shoe god Christian Louboutin started designing his trademark red soled shoes. To celebrate, the man himself is coming out with a capsule collection of 20 shoes and 6 bags, based on his repertoire of the last two decades. No doubt all you shoe-loving girls are seeing some familiar faces, euh shapes, up there.
The capsule collection will be available to buy at an exclusive pop-up shop in Selfridges in London from 27th February, before hitting Christian Louboutin (online) stores in March. You can catch a sneak peek at Louboutins Facebook page, where you can also subscribe yourself for an exclusive invitation to the sales.

Although there are a couple of gems in there, I'm generally a bit disappointed. This turquoise beauty has stolen my heart though. The Lady Gres combines the gorgeous design of the Greissimo with the towering platforms of the Daffodil (good for a 16 cm stiletto). Smack on a vibrant colour, and obviously yours truly is sold.

Another favourite of mine is this elegant peep toe, called the Armadillo Bride, although I would've preferred a different kind of heel instead of a metal needle one, like the one on the original version sans ankle strap.

Again the massive Daffodil platform on these ankle boots, named the Daf Booty Tag, which exude an Iron Fist vibe to me. I must be that graffiti-like print, which is also the only update from the original version of the Daf Boot. But I like them . No way I'll ever be able to pay for any of these though.
What do you think about this special collection? Which ones are your favourite? Let me know in the comments!

Lucky 13

While I was in Belgrade a few weeks ago, I tried on these beasts and I fell in love. Why didn't I buy them then? Because my best friend aka shopping sidekick wasn't very keen on them and kept telling me how hideous she thought they were. I must admit, she was right about one thing: they do not match my current wardrobe. As big of a fan I am of the girly/though combo, I don't think these would work well with my fancy twirly dresses. Or with anything in my collection, really. I wouldn't exactly call my style biker chic...

That said, even if they don't fit my personal aesthetic, they looked amazing in real life. As soon as I walked in the store, I got sucked towards them. They fit like a glove, were extremely comfortable to walk in, and I love the use of two different styles of buckles on all those little straps. Don't worry, you don't actually have to undo all of those to fit your feet in, there's a zipper on the side.
If you have the guts to get away with these edgy babies, you can get them here for $56.