shoes

When it comes to event dressing, we find it’s all too easy to focus so much on finding the perfect dress or outfit that your shoe choices can get left to a last-minute panic. It pays to get ahead when it comes to shoe shopping, as not only does that give you time to wear in your new heels, saving you from blisters, but also the right pair of shoes can really make an outfit. After years of flats and trainers taking precedence, the high heel is back with a bang. This year, it’s all about “wow” sandals, from stacked, super-high platforms to rainbow-hued options. There is one place that has all of our favourite shoe trends covered this summer: Russell and Bromley.  Russell and Bromley is loved for its beautiful winter boots and timeless loafers, but it...

Ok, they’re not the daintiest sandals in the world, but if any sandal trend has proven its worth lately it’s chunkier, so-called “ugly” ones. From flatform flip flops to Birkenstocks— it’s clear fashion has a penchant for practical footwear that’s set to last. Controversial they may be, but there’s no doubt the fisherman style provides the perfect antidote to pretty dresses and relaxed summer tailoring.  Keep scrolling and you can shop this in-demand style in the black and white colour ways while they’re still in stock (last year they both sold out before summer even arrived, you’ve been warned), as well as some more of the best fisherman sandals on the market right now. I’ve also added in some examples of how influencers have been styling theirs with everything from classic...

Some of you have likely heard the saying, “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world,” with heels always being the implied footwear for said vanquishing. But if you can’t walk in said heels? Well, that essentially negates any potential conquests, whether you’re in the boardroom or at the bar. The thing is, as we enter wedding season, it becomes much likelier that you’re going to be wearing a pair of heels. And combined with the fact we haven’t had the same opportunities to dust off our favourite pairs over the past few years, it could get a little precarious when walking in your heels after so long. So to avoid any embarrassing mishaps, we’ve put together a definitive list of tricks that’ll help you remember how to walk in heels, be they high or midi.&n...

We believe Marilyn Monroe was talking about heels when she was said, “Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world.” But if you can’t walk in said heels? Well, that essentially negates any potential conquests, whether you’re in the boardroom or at the bar. The thing is, as we enter wedding season, it becomes much more likely that you’re going to be wearing a pair of heels. And combined with the fact we haven’t had the same opportunities to dust off our favourite pairs over the past few years, it could get a little precarious when walking in your heels after so long. So to avoid any embarrassing mishaps, we’ve put together a definitive list of tricks that’ll help you remember how to walk in heels, be they high or midi. Scroll down to check out the tried-and-teste...

The OG Fluff Yeah continues to be hugely popular, and now, with its many new colours, prints and platform styles, there’s an iteration to suit everyone’s preference. This season, the brand’s Feel You campaign champions just that, casting a diverse array of agenda-setting people to showcase the wide-ranging collection and the many wonderful ways it can be worn. Musician Remi Wolf sums up the eclectic mood for spring/summer, pairing her Fluff Yeah Animalia slides with a kooky combination of socks and a confident print clash of patchwork, polka dots and space-dyed knits. Throw in some additional quirky accessories for good measure and you have yourself the kind of ensemble that will go viral on social media and persuade every minimalist out there to be a little bit more...

Turns out these simple shoes perfectly capture the low-key, laid-back mood everyone is embracing this season— think major Coastal Grandmother vibes. I, personally love that all you need to add to them is a ribbed vest and a good pair of jeans for the perfect spring 2022 look. Which is exactly how I’ve been wearing mine (with an added trenchcoat for now) pretty much every day since getting them. But they also go with dresses, wide-leg trousers, shorts and skirts and I can imagine them coming into their own during the great British summertime— on staycations, beach days, countryside wanderings or for running errands to the local farmers market.  The taupe pair in particular are like fashion gold dust right now, and are sold out pretty much everywhere (Matches are due a restock...

It makes sense, then, that at this transitional time of year my first purchase of the season tends to be a pair of shoes. Sometimes that’s a classic pair of leather sandals I know I’ll bring out again and again for the next few years, which I’ll likely invest a bit more in for the best quality. But for more trend-led styles that make the rest of my classics feel fresh, I usually head to the high street.  After all, there’s so many great options out there (especially this year) that have you covered. From minimalist-approved flats to joyful heels to wear to all those weddings and events you have coming up. There’s so many in fact, that I thought it would be helpful to head to Oxford Street on a research trip and try on as many pairs of spring shoes as I could find to whittle it down to...

Los Angeles–based influencer Janet Gunn is known for her effortlessly chic style. For her life in California, she prefers trends that are forward and highly versatile. In fact, there’s one key trend she’s wearing on repeat this season that fits this aesthetic. Yep, we’re talking about the relaxed-suiting look. “When it comes to dressing up for day or night, I prefer to put on a suit—not only is it a welcome alternative to the evening dress, but it’s also timeless and versatile,” she said. “I find wearing a suit lends itself to beauty, sharpness, and elegance.” Gunn also enjoys wearing a relaxed suit right now because just about every shoe silhouette can pair flawlessly with it, as it’s so easy and versatile. To ...

So-called “ugly” trends have been reigning supreme for the last couple of years. Dad trainers, knitted tank tops, tie-dye prints and quilted coats are just some of the trends that may have initially raised eyebrows but are now adored by fashion types. This is also the case when it comes to spring/summer 2022’s most prolific shoes. Chunky sandals started making tracks two years ago when Teva’s double-strap sandals flooded our feeds. Chanel also brought out its own pair of chunky sandals, which, although emblazoned with the iconic double-Cs and finished in bouclé, still fell under the “ugly”-but-somehow-chic category. Last year, Dune treated us to its pair of best-selling Lockstockk sandals, just as The Row’s Ginza platform-sole f...

We all know how versatile a pair of jeans can be. After all, what other garment can take you from date night to the weekend with the same stylish flair and universal appeal? However, their ease is often dependent on another item: footwear. Shoes have the power to instantly change the mood of your jeans. For example, for a formal occasion, a pair of bejewelled heels will elevate your classic blues to glamorous new heights. Similarly, ballet flats will add polish to ripped or frayed-hem jeans—simply add a tailored blazer and a button-down, and you’ve got yourself a chic ensemble. So which shoes would I recommend wearing with jeans? I’m glad you asked. I’ve whittled down the shoes to wear with jeans that I truly believe work for just about every occasion you can think of. Ke...

And when I popped in last week I wasn’t disappointed. The beginning of the season is the best time to shop M&S shoes, with plenty of sizes available in all the best styles. I tried on 20 pairs, but honestly I could have been there all day trying on endless sandals, loafers, trainers and perfect wedding-guest heels.  Below, I’ve picked out my 10 absolute favourites that I’m predicting will probably sell out by the time the warmer season gets into full swing. There’s plenty of easy-to-wear sandals I can see myself wearing with everything from dresses to jeans until the end of summer, as well as chic ballet flats and transitional spring loafers perfect for wearing right now. Keep scrolling to see my verdict and shop… You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are loo...

We all know how versatile a pair of jeans can be. After all, what other garment can take you from date night to weekend with the same stylish flair and universal appeal? However, their ease is often dependent on another item: footwear. Shoes have the power to instantly change the mood of your jeans. For example, for a formal occasion, a pair of bejewelled heels will elevate your classic blues to glamorous new heights. Similarly, ballet flats will add polish to ripped or frayed-hem jeans—simply add a tailored blazer and a button-down, and you’ve got yourself a chic ensemble. So which shoes would I recommend wearing with jeans? I’m glad you asked. I’ve whittled down the shoes to wear with jeans that I truly believe work for just about every occasion you can t...