Here is a light bulb moment for the books. A mother-of-three has come up with a simple way for you to change your shoe colour without having to buy a new pair of shoes. Bernie Hurst-Crossley of Worthing, West Sussex developed the idea of a zip section, allowing the wearer to add different shades of fabrics. She first came up with the concept on holiday, when she was forced to pay £125 excess baggage charge for having ten pairs of shoes in her luggage. Now Nooshooz has been born, a new range complete with stiletto, flip flops and wedge styles, priced between £80 and £155, they're available from September. For more info, visit: www.nooshooz.co.uk
Can you mesh with the best of them? Sarah Jessica Parker can, and now ASOS have done their version of the mesh cuff shoe.
I must say, these babies aren't what you call 'for everyone' nor are they likely to last you beyond one season, but if you are willing to give them a go, then you can't get much better than this price. I must admit, mesh for me usually conjures up images of bad early '90s raves, but on a shoe I'm not totally opposed to the idea. If you aren't either then check them out online now, priced at £35. Glow stick anyone?
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Wouldn't these make the perfect autumn boot? If you aren't completely over the ankle boot yet (and why would you be they're fabulous!) then you may wish to consider these detailed pointy grey boots for a minute.
Yes they are by Chloe which means £££ but if you can appreciate the craftsmanship which has gone into the creating the contrasting leather leaves across the length of the boot, then they may actually be worth it. New to Net-a-porter.com, they are selling for £795. Get them while they're hot.
Related: Blue and silver leaf courts by Minette | Chloe wrap around boots with wedge heel
Next season's ankle boots are now out in the limelight, and inventive new styles just keep on coming! These beauties are by Pedro Garcia, and (like all great ankle boots) will allow you to strut around in seriously skinny heels without losing your balance.
The boots are made from tough suede with an elasticated side panel for easy slip on and off action. I like the contrast stitching too. New in at Net-a-Porter, they're priced at £235.
Related: Pedro Garcia 'Bridget' ankle boots | Pedro Garcie 'freedie' peep-toe pumps
Beyond Skin are one of the higher-end ethical shoe brands, and from what I've seen of their Autumn '08 collection, the designs just keep on getting better. At this rate, I may even save enough to buy a pair of my own!
Pictured here is Hazel, a two-tone t-bar that's got more than a bit of the Louboutin statement heel feel about it. The materials used here are canvas and vegan PVC, and I can see the style going down a storm with a pencil skirt. Available now at Fashion Conscience at £158.
Related: New shoes at Beyond Skin | 'Dani' high heeled peep-toe shoes by Beyond Skin: pick and choose your fabric
Ask anyone at February's London Fashion Week and the combination of black and beige/tan for autumn/winter 2008-9 was everywhere! That's why these sleek 'Begona' shoe boots, designed by Malene Birger, should be at the top of your wish list right now.
While they're not exactly cheap and cheerful, they would make a solid investment for the colder months (sorry to remind you, but yes autumn is fast approaching!) I particularly love the black suede heels and toe, against the beige leather. Check them out today at My-wardrobe.com, where they are priced at £270.
Related: Vagabond tan lace-up | Office 'Nibbled' tan leather t-bars
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Getting shoes in larger sizes is a tough job, reinforcing the feeling that you're a big-footed freak. I'm no dainty-footed femme coming in at a seven-eight but for my size nine and ten-shod sisters getting shoes to fit can be a bit of a nightmare, let alone nice ones.
Angelique Tournier's shoes start at the equally elusive size three and go up to 10. They're no orthopaedic nightmares either, as you can see from the pictures. Angelique herself is a size nine, so you can be sure you're in safe hands if you entrust your feet to this woman.
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