Ah Oasis, you really are spoiling us at the moment.
These
Oasis Lily Platform Sandals are adorned with a flower/bow hybrid, leaving it half way between a shoe boot and a standard high heel.
I adore the front of the design, and the sole and high heel has an interesting texture which contrasts well with the suede upper.
They do look a little strange on the model on ASOS.com, which accentutes the block platform a little more than this image. At £80, they're a cheaper yet luxurious looking alternative to the structural heels in the designer boutiques.
These shoes take the basic court shoe and inject a majorly playful element. Dune have taken the classic court design and really gone to town by adding a slash of contrast colour along the ankle and heel, and following this through in the inside sole. The mix of burnt orange and grey is a really fresh take on what's normally considered a serious office shoe, and the cut out detailing on the ankle adds a little intrigue to the standard shape.
The heel is 4.5 inches, and with a name like Rave suggests you'll be enjoying plenty of dancing time with them!
£85 from Dune
When I hear the word Dita I think of ruby red lips, corsets and carefully teased black hair. Quirky shoes which combine textured gold and cream leather don't really feature in that vision, but these babies from the KG range are luxurious enough to redefine the term.
The combination of the three colours works really well together and the interesting choice of turquoise ( the Pantone colour of the year) gives it that extra sparkle. I love the mix of textures as the embossed cream and textured gold give the shoe a dramatic feel and a distinctly catwalk vibe. These shoes would easily get you through this tricky transitional period and would work equally well bare legged or with tights.
£140 from Kurt Geiger
These boots are the epitome of desert island chic, and I love their chunky styling. The friendly mid heel will suit most people, and they're available in beige and blue- but I think the beige version will be more useful for accenting your summer wardrobe.
They're very versatile as they can be worn with slouchy jeans in the day or dressed up with ankle socks and jewellery for a night out. They remind me a little of the velveteen shoes seen on the Michael Van der Ham catwalk, and they effortlessly fuse chunkiness with femininity.
£120 from Carvela
I'm a big fan of two tone designs as I find they add that extra special element to any shoe. This delicious fusion of taupe with peach is incredibly attractive, and will go well with the nude colours that will soon be in store for summer.
The use of colour blocking was evident at London Fashion Week this year, with designers playing around with colours and textures, and this is a great way to adapt the trend for yourself. The cut away detail highlights the contours of the foot, and the velcro ankle strap means that you can make the strap sit wherever is most comfortable.
£45 from ASOS
In recent years Next has thrown off its fusty image and become a shopping destination which features some of the most stylish shoes around. I'm very taken with the Vamp Citrine Shoes, £35 as the mixture of lemon and grey is very attractive and the peep toe style adds a high fashion element to the pair. The structure of the shoe should provide enough ankle support to see you dancing through the night, and the sleek finish will mean they're easy to keep clean.
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The zipped-up front look is one we saw a lot during the winter season, usually patent black or suede and liberally covered with studs. Now the summer shoes are creeping on to the shelves, the style has morphed into something a little softer, with a particularly nice example of the look at Oasis.
They've taken quite a basic sandal, and added a slatted, neutral suede detailing that evokes the season's obsession with weaving. The zip holds everything nicely into place, and the peep-toe ensures cool comfort.
£55 at Oasis
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