shoes

This year working at home, I have been alternating between two pairs of shoes: my sparkly Ugg slippers and my Marks and Spencer ballet pumps that I’d argue are just as comfortable as the former. I’ve found myself wearing my ballet flats in working hours in an effort to “still get dressed” in the mornings without compromising on comfort. When it comes to flats, there are certain styles that are comfortable but still have the same chuck-on appeal of an old pair of slippers. Admittedly, several of the pairs on this list will require a period for breaking in, but once you have softened the leather on your loafers and your feet have adjusted, they’ll be shoes you can walk 10,000 steps in—or from your desk to the kettle and back.  On th...

With track-sole boots becoming virtually ubiquitous last winter, it was only a matter of time before the chunky-sole trend infiltrated other types of footwear. That’s why it hardly came as a surprise this season when we started seeing statement loafers launch across luxury and high-street brands.  When it comes to designer brands, Prada has been one of the labels at the forefront of this trend. The Italian fashion house launched a logo-embellished chunky loafer earlier last year, garnering the attention of models and influencers including Elsa Hosk, Pernille Teisbæk and more. (The coveted style has since sold out across multiple platforms.)  Understandably, several other brands have also embraced the trend, with Proenza Schouler adding their signature contras...

If there’s one shoe that we predict will be bigger than all others in 2021, it’s the loafer. Prized for its polished, smart-casual appeal, it has been given the high-fashion treatment by the likes of Prada and Gucci, but this season it has well and truly breached the high-street market. The pair at the top of our wish lists? Arket’s chunky-sole loafers. We have a funny feeling these babies are going to see a spike in popularity this spring. 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 give users back their fair share of Inter...

I’ve spent over a decade working as a journalist and most of that has been working in fashion. Over time, those of us who work in this area find they’re more drawn to certain subjects than others. For me, trainers and the surrounding trends have always had a pull. I’m not really sure what it is that has always fascinated me but I imagine growing up as a teenager in the late ’90s with the likes of Oasis and Blur making sports casual something cool and desirable has a lot to answer for. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve always enjoyed the softening effect that sneakers can have on outfits. Formal shoes can feel too old-fashioned with suits but the moment you wear a pair of Adidas Stan Smiths, you’ve got a Phoebe Philo-approved look. Add a pair of high-...

Over the past 18 months we have seen a shift towards practicality in fashion, and this is seen most acutely with footwear. We need our shoes to be able to take us on countless laps of the park without causing us any trouble, and so high heels have been universally retired. Fashion brands have for several seasons been bringing us sturdy, responsible shoes—the kind of styles that you’d try to run away from when finding shoes at Clarks in year six. Think T-bar loafers, chunky lace-ups and fisherman sandals.  The Row and Gabriella Hearst both are adored for their discreet and quiet take on luxury fashion, and although both tend to shy away from anything too flashy or trend driven, they both have a habit of dictating the silhouettes that we’ll be gravitating towa...

There’s something immensely satisfying about a classic item of clothing being declared a “trend.” Whether it’s a beige trench coat or timeless shoe, clearly, these sorts of items don’t need the additional PR. (They get plenty of attention without it, dahling.) However, just like an overlooked silver-screen actor who gets their long-overdue Oscar, it’s nice to take a moment to appreciate those wardrobe heroes that have survived the decades. This year? It’s the humble loafer’s turn to enjoy the spotlight.  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 mon...

Back in June 2020 high street shoe saviour, Dune, released what had to be one of the coolest affordable sandals we’d seen all year. Chunky, textured and oh-so comfy, they quickly made the rounds on Instagram thanks to their high-end finish. I was very lucky to be sent a pair by the brand just before they sold out, and I literally wore them every day last summer. While they’ve been out of stock for months now, and have accrued a long waiting list, we can happily say that the sandal is back for 2021 and now comes in some very cool new colourways. 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 an...

Probably the most versatile item in your wardrobe, there’s no denying the appeal of jeans, but wearing them day in, day out can feel a little like Groundhog Day—particularly as we edge nearer to the end of winter. After wearing jeans exclusively with boots (or perhaps slippers) for a solid five months, now’s the time to switch up your footwear for something more springlike. Sandals still feel way off, so to bridge the gap, we suggest loafers. With the ability to add a polished vibe to any outfit, it’s little wonder that loafers feature in the regular rotations of social media’s sleekest dressers. You can thank Gucci for marking their return to the style agenda a few years back. Still, loafers have proven themselves to be a perennial favourite tha...

Probably the most versatile item in your wardrobe, there’s no denying the appeal of jeans, but wearing them day in, day out can feel a little like Groundhog Day—particularly as we edge nearer to the end of winter. After wearing jeans exclusively with boots (or perhaps slippers) for a solid five months, now’s the time to switch up your footwear for something more springlike. Sandals still feel way off, so, to bridge the gap, we suggest loafers. With the ability to add a polished vibe to any outfit, it’s little wonder that loafers feature in the regular rotations of social media’s sleekest dressers. You can thank Gucci for marking their return to the style agenda a few years back. Still, loafers have proven themselves to be a perennial favourite th...

I apologise if the phrase ‘kitten heel’ is at all triggering for you. For me it conjures up strong memories of a certain year in secondary school when pointed, kitten heeled shoes were the ‘thing’ to be seen in—I was not allowed them as they were against the school dress code (bring in the tiny violins). But then again, I was less sad when I saw the tatty state these heels were in after few weeks of being stomped across concrete-clad school grounds. Luckily, you’ll be glad to hear that the kitten heels of 2021 could not be further than the flimsy styles worn by noughties school girls. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with g...