That Summer Shoe

We all have easily given in to the seduction of wearing comfy trainers and slip-ons this season. However I have been catching myself on pairing an outfit with bright colored sandals, before thinking of how much walking is ahead of me and changing my mind back to flats.

Therefore for those times when its a fun filled day, date or some summery rooftop cocktail party I have decided to tempt you with the irrepressible heals of the hottest season (There might not be much of summer left.... but why not go on a holiday)!

The Bright

Brian Atwood Sonya, Jimmy Choo Lance, Louboutin Hot Chick and Pensamoi

When you think of summer your probably imagining the above colors and just think how stunning those juicy shades will look with our mid summer tans! The Brian Atwood Sonya  with its contrasted pattern will be perfect for a gallery visit and easily matched with ripped boyfriend jeans or as a pop of color with the little black dress.
Jimmy Choo's Lance sandal has become a classic on the red carpet as it's thin straps do all the right things to make our legs look longer and thinner. This less aggressive raspberry color will be a super sweet number matched with a girly summery dress for a lunch with the girls or an ice cream in the park. The Christian Louboutin Hot Chick is more infamous in it's mint color which was overused in the spring season. Therefore this bright yellow shade will give you an ultimate lift above the crowd (literally, have you tried walking in those) in the club scene, whether your your rocking a casual baggy jean or an all out there look they will do their job! Finally the celebrity favorite Pensamoi Louboutins (also fabulous in black), those babies have a perfect balance between sweet and sexy, mature and youthful and my ultimate winner for the first date!


The Mules

Manolo Blahnik Breval, Sophia Webster Cherub Gold and Riko Orchid, Guiseppe Zanotti Brigitte

Mummy always taught me that the mules are the perfect summer shoes especially if you live in a hot city like Moscow (yes its hot in summer). I associate them as the flip flops of the high heeled shoes (partially as some actually make the same noise), and for the most important reason is that those are less likely to rub and give you blisters. Another moment to consider is that an open ankle, especially on a shoe with the right raise, looks especially sexy as your ankles and feet look smaller. I have chosen the super fun bright options to get away from the old fashioned stereotype of the mules. Unlike the above, those are trickier to match, try out cropped trousers in the style of Audrey Hepburn or A-line summer dress, perhaps think a bit of Samantha from Sex and the City and do some color blocking or all in one with a fitted dress. Skinny jeans will work only if they are short and come up way above the ankle, if they are long, then welcome to the cheap zone.  

The Super Steady

Sophia Webster Amanda Gem, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Fendi

Wedding, Golf Club, Regatta.... bring it on, grass and decking will not scare us! I have never been a massive fan of the fat heal, mainly due to the fear or my feet looking chunky. However, having grown up and done my research through a vast amount of shopping I have realised that these babies are life lifesavers! The Sopia Webster would look super cute with a girly girl outfit and if you don't have super long legs, opt for a super short skirt! How about going for a fabulous cruise look with the McQueens with a long beige dress out of natural materials and in a style of a wrap or a shirt (if the colors match then this Dolce dress will be super cute). I adore those Gucci sandals, they combine comfort and class, great with an office dress or something plain and cool. The Fendi's are super cute and full of detail, the contrast between chunky heal and thin straps is adorable. I would love to find a dress in that sky blue to match the heal! Overall I wouldn't recommend those types of shoes if you have big ankles or your legs aren't toned, in fact it could be a disaster, if you must stick to thin straps and platforms which aren't as chunky as Sophia Webster option. 

The Black

Guiesppe Zanotti Beverly and  Carine, Christian Louboutin Casanovella, Gucci Maxime

Yes... I know... I couldn't help it.... even in summer I cannot resist black, The ultimate 'matches everything, looks cool and sexy', beloved black. The Beverly Zannoti's will be the type of shoe that will be used a lot, its slick and simple and will go with day as well as nigh time options. I really like the way Chrissy Teigen casually wears those, consider her style to work your mules to the max. The Carine are for the ultimate bling lovers, did I mention that they are also available in satin red and grey? Wear them with plain colors and elegant lines, avoid shiny dresses and a heap of accessories, just let the shoes do the talking!  The Louboutin sandals move us closer to the upcoming trends with fringe, perfect to enharnce your strut and dance moves. Gucci mules are the most covered option, the crustal horsebit detail and open toe brings some fun to the classic model, therefore why not mix and match with some shorts, baggy black tshirt and a wide rim hat!?

There are so many beautiful options out there that it was very hard to pick the examples. I will let you, my fellow shoe lovers to browse through the collection as always all links on my blog are live and bring your to the right sources.... and did I mention that its SALE time on majority of the brands?!

P.S. Brian Artwood's web site annoyed me with its format, therefore I will share the imagine that brings the warm memories of Carrie and the fluffy shoes season! It's the 2013 collection, but there will be no age negatives when it comes to shoes on my blog! 

Brian Atwood FW 2013 Campaign