About Shoes

There is no doubt that designer shoes are the top fashion accessory in have in our wardrobes. Many women cannot walk past a shoe shop without going in for a look at the styles on offer and trying a few pairs on.

So why do women have this intense need and the love affair for designer shoes? Shoes are no longer simply items to protect our feet. They have become the ultimate fashion statement and form part of the social interaction that goes on at gatherings such as dinner parties and fashionable events.

Shoes come in all shapes, sizes, fabrics and colour. But designer shoes are truly beautifully made, and furthermore known for their style and quality factor. They are good value for money because our foot size remains much the same throughout our lives. The same cannot always be said about our bodies! Even if we have gained a few pounds our shoes still fit. Although the initial outlay for the shoes is high, the quality of construction and materials used mean that in the long term they are better value than cheap imitations.

TV shows such as ‘Sex in the City’ have helped to boost the sale of designer shoes.  Celebrities like Victoria Beckham also have a big influence on our choice of designers and style. Popular luxury brands such as ‘Jimmy Choo’ makes exquisite hand-made shoes, while shoe designs from’ Dolce & Gabbana’ will be sure to inject a touch of Italian glamour into your wardrobe.

Some of the latest must-have luxury footwear designs are gladiator sandals which look great with mini or maxi skirts. Furthermore, brightly coloured platforms are set to work perfectly with the summer trend of high wasted ‘skorts’. Other styles include leopard print stilettos and beautifully beaded moccasins.

Cinderella knew something about the power of shoes. She used her dainty glass slipper to catch herself a Prince!  We may not all be that fortunate but one thing is for certain, women love shoes!