shoes

It’s almost impossible to count the number of times that I’ve been stopped in the street and asked where an item I was wearing was from and the answer has been Marks and Spencer. What usually follows is surprise, but after years of uncovering hidden gems from the high-street hero, I’m always confident in the brand’s ability to deliver accessible takes on runway pieces, and it’s given me a lot of bragging rights.  Marks and Spencer has had a particularly good run of transitional pieces and standout accessories in the last few months, and now that we’re fully in the throes of a crisp and cold autumn perfect for boot season, I’ve found the latest piece about to be a best seller, and it&#...

If you’re looking to revamp an LBD or dress up the failsafe jeans-and-a-nice-top combo, then never fear. I’ve searched through everything that the best designers, high-street stores and online boutiques have to offer to put together an edit of dreamy party shoes for every budget. As ever, you can expect some of the most beautiful shoes in the world from the likes of Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik and Christian Louboutin, but there are also affordable knockouts from River Island and Zara that’ll make you want to get out your blister plasters and wear nothing but flamboyant heels until the year is out. My top tip? Add a pair of 10-denier tights and see how much longer you’ll last. And not to worry if you’re not ...

As we steadily approach the start of winter, it’s easy to feel like you’ve tried every single outfit combination in your wardrobe. With a reliable rotation of the same jeans and trousers being worn with various pairs of boots throughout the last few months, day-to-day dressing can seem like a repetitive task all to often. Thankfully, with fashion weeks in Copenhagen, New York and Paris all having taken place in the last couple of months, we’ve got plenty of new autumn/winter style inspiration, and we won’t let a little bit of inclement weather stop us from having fun with our outfits. From innovative new formulas to tried-and-tested classic combinations, some of our favourite influencers, fashion editors and street s...

Winter is my favourite time of year to invest in shoes. In the summer months, I tend to schlep about in the same sandals, day in, day out, but in winter, that’s when my footwear horizons broaden. Of course, there are boots to consider, and I’m always eager to see which pairs feel fresh for the season ahead. However, the colder months aren’t just about wrapping up as best you can; with them comes party season, and I delight in the fanciful shoes that dominate new-in sections around this time. Winter is also a prime time to revisit your loafers, which get put on stand-by from June to August. While classic leather horsebit loafers will always be a style mainstay, you can bet they’ll also be an overhauled helping of loafers to choose from, too.  You ...

I spent the longest time running from ’90s fashion trends; my aversion to tie-dye and low-rose jeans causing almost a vitriol reaction. However, this year’s focus on the decade’s minimalist style approach has shown me that I absolutely want to be a ’90s child all over again. As my colleague, Who What Wear UK’s Editor in Chief Hannah Almassi, surmises, “The difference with this take on the ’90s is that it’s all about pared-back looks from the era. Think of the OG set including Helmut Lang, Ann Demeulemeester and Jil Sander, and you’re on the right track. It’s all plain skirts, even plainer vests, simple tailored rousers and not a scrap of makeup.” If you’re not already familiar with her impeccable st...

Luckily, the social media style set are offering up plenty of inspiration on this exact topic, inadvertently giving us a veritable masterclass in how to style wide-leg trousers. Whether you’re looking to style long trousers that pool around the ankle, wide-leg leather pants or traditional suit trousers, those in the know have a footwear option for every occasion. Keep scrolling for the best shoes to wear with wide-leg trousers, including chunky boots, heeled mules, pointed-toe pumps, and so much more.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help g...

Prada’s logo slingback first debuted in the brand’s S/S 21 show and instantly became a viral success. From the zesty neon orange to the demure and wearable black leather iteration, the unexpected smash hit spawned a legion of copycats (and a particularly good Miu Miu loafer), and now, you can find a pair in the wardrobes of fashion editors and influencers everywhere. This season, the slingback comes in brushed leather, nude and mirror silver (destined for a viral moment) with an on-trend metal toe, but the spring pastels (mint, yellow and powder blue) are still available, so there’s a pair for every mood. And honestly, I’m just happy to back any shoe trend that doesn’t encourage blisters, so thank you, Prada, for an It shoe that anyone can wear. Whether you dr...

In my opinion, there’s nothing chicer than a simple, understated outfit with a statement boot, and the truth is, no matter what state the rest of your wardrobe might be in, a trend-led pair of boots can bring every other item you own bang up to date, making a good pair of boots a wise investment. Just how bold you want to go is entirely up to you, but I urge you to consider making the next pair of boots you buy something a little more out of the ordinary. A square-toe here, an embellishment there, perhaps even a print? (I get a surprising amount of wear out of a pair of knee-high tiger striped boots). So before you click to add another pair of black ankle boots to your basket, keep scrolling for the most exciting shoes to shop now, and wait for the compliments to ...

Introducing I Can’t Live Without–our latest fashion feature series that celebrates the most-loved items in our wardrobe. Here, shoe lovers, bag worshippers and jewellery collectors that make up some of the world’s most stylish people will pen an ode to their most cherished piece, and showcase exactly how they style it in their everyday life.  There are some things in life that are imperative to our survival: air, water, love and The Real Housewives of Orange County, to name a few. And then there are other things that feel equally essential to a fashion lover, but are far more superficial, like shoes and handbags. Of course, accessories of any calibre are not actually required to survive, but there are a select few items in my wardrobe tha...

Back in 2018, I treated myself to one of my first designer purchases, a pair of the silver-ribbon ballet flats, and while strappy metallic shoes don’t immediately sound like an investment purchase, I can confirm that not only do I still wear them, but they’re one of the comfiest shoes in my wardrobe—a testament to the construction and wearability of these unexpectedly chic shoes.  You can currently shop the satin ballet flats in five colourways—cherry red, cocoa brown, white, black and pink—but only if you’re quick enough to get your hands on them. There might not be a waiting list, but some styles have been running low in stock since their release, so we’re waiting with bated breath for the inevitable restock.  You Deserve to...

Cleaning suede can be quite the ordeal – if you do it wrong you could ruin your beloved boots and shoes. But if you do it correctly, you ensure that your suede beauties reach their maximum lifespan and remain in pristine condition wear after wear. And I’ve got all the tips you need to ensure your suede boots last. If you can remember ahead of time: All new pairs of suede shoes and boots should be sprayed with a suede protector to extend their pristine condition in the first place. Also (we know this is hard), try to not wear your light-coloured suede footwear out in the rain… please. But once you know the tricks, you can apply this to all your suede shoes be it boots, mules or even your Boston’s.  Keep scrolling for our super-useful (and cost-effective) tips on ...

Every so often in fashion a piece comes along that instantly becomes a social media sensation. It fills our feeds, pops up in ads, you may even spot it sitting next to you on the train, but it’s best feature is its divisiveness–we just can’t help but talk about it, and since we spotted them on the feet of influencers everywhere, we haven’t stopped talking about Miu Miu’s ballet flat.  First released in 2016, Miu Miu’s anarchic ribbon flats kicked off a love affair with ballet pumps that hasn’t slowed down since, and while pretty, satin ballet pumps aren’t the first thing you expect from a brand that has built its reputation on subverting femininity, they’ve struck a chord with those of us who want a shoe thats cool and comfortable. But i...