Esteban Cortazar

Fashion month is over, and it finished with a blast! With my eye on the shoes through out the shows I came across some extravagant beauties, but these Esteban Cortazar platforms caught my eye and stayed with me, which is why they have been crowned shoe of the week! I've always loved embellishment and especially on shoes to add that little bit of sparkle everyone needs to brighten up their day! The colour palette for the shoes matched the collection and completed the whole collection beautifully. I'll be the first person to admit that I hadn't heard of this designer before, so scrolling through all the shows really paid off as I wouldn't have found this gem of a designer. I'm totally mesmerised by these shiny sparkly numbers!

W - www.estebancortazar.com 

F - Esteban Cortazar  

I - @estebancortazarofficial

Shoe of the Week

(....all the way from Paris Fashion Week)

Dries Van Noten

Only a couple days into Paris Fashion Week I have already found my new favourite brand, Dries Van Noten. Through keeping up to date with the last few days of shows this particular design house has really caught my eye. This seasons collection is absolutely beautiful and completely under pins this seasons theme. Luxurious fabrics with appliqué, embroidery and intricate detailing with sequins and beading. So you can imagine the shoes were just as much of a delight to look at. Appliqué, bright bold satins and silks on platforms were all the rage in this collection with a few sandals dotted in to. Next season  has revolved around platforms, strap sandals and sliders (fantastic - we can save our feet for another summer).  A wholesome collection thats totally got me excited for summer next year. 

W - www.driesvannoten.be

F - Drie Van Noten

T - @DriesVanNoten 

I - @driesvannoten

Whyte Sole

There's no two ways about it - platform heel sandals have been totally on trend for the last few seasons. Now while I'm sure everyone has seen every take on the platform/flatform (whatever you like to call them) possible, I'm pretty sure you haven't seen these; Whyte Sole have taken your ordinary white shoes, be it your platform sandals or flat plimsoles, and injected some well needed individuality and colour. I absolutely love the personalisation and adore the quirky illustrations and emojies, the best part is you can decide how much, or how  little, artwork you desire on your chosen pair of shoes. The possibilities are endless! (website and Instagram link are underneath the next lot of photos - totally worth while checking them out they have some great inspiration and lifestyle shots of finished shoes!)

W - www.whytesole.bigcartel.com

I - @whytesole

ONE CLIQUE

SHOES

Just when you thought shoes couldn't evolve anymore; in come One Clique Shoes. They have designed revolutionary high heels which consist of a collection of separates with tops and heels that click together. (I sense your interest pique! wait for it.....) Their exclusively patented 'Clique Latch' system (<<click on the link to see how it all works!) firmly locks both pieces in place, allowing you to change the heel, wedge and platform height, as and when, you please - I mean what could be more perfect?  My mind has done overtime in excitement just thinking about the possibilities! As a city girl, I'm always looking for ways to minimise the bulk in my handbag but still stay on trend with the right shoes, it always meant taking a change of shoes for the evenings where I wanted to bar hop with colleagues - One Clique give you the option to do this seamlessly and effortlessly. I can do nothing but commend this great concept, its creativity and innovation has actually left me mind blown with how simple and effective they have made this look. (though I'm sure there must have been blood sweat and tears shed during the whole concept's process) With One Clique you can choose from various seasonal trends, all at an affordable price. I've picked out my favourite combinations, be sure to check yours out! One Clique is definitely one to keep your eyes on - they're on to something massive!

 www.oneclique.com

F- OneClique

T- @OneCliqueShoes

I- @onecliqueshoes

Zara Boots - Components

Sunday evening I did the unimaginable, I went about dismantling a shoe right down to its core components. Given they were an old pair of Zara boots (which I had bought 2 pairs of) I was more than happy to say goodbye to them. Now this was by no means an easy task - I had to use every tool available in the box to take them apart but what I did learn is that shoes are a lot more complicated than meets the eye! Here's how I did it >