I'm a little disappointed in Steve Madden's post Christmas sale markdowns with many shoes only $10 - $20 cheaper than their recommended retail price but there are a few gems in the lot for all tastes. The Bodie platform sandal (above left) is a sleek and stylish heel with its black patent leather trim and scalloped edges. The whole look is a little Prada fall 2007/08 but you can get this understated version for $119.99, down from $199.95. Look no further than the Bijoux sandal (above middle) if you're looking to shimmy and shake it on a night out, the fringe detail adds a bit of fun and movement to these strappy silver sandals that will set you back $89.99, down from $129.95. Finally, for what Steve Madden call a "shootie" (as in shoe bootie) there are these Dionnne heels (above right). With its wide straps and versatile colour, these would look fantastic with jeans, dresses or a pantsuit if you're feeling a little adventurous. The Dionnne will set you back just $89.99, down from $129.95.
There are more sparkly party shoes on sale at Coast thanks to post Christmas sales. They don't have the largest range of shoes on sale, but for evening shoes there are three that have been marked down by at least 50%. For a dainty shoe, there is the Janina slingback sandal (above left) with a row of crystal flowers decorating the outside, originally priced at £85, they're now only £35. For something that you could wear partying or to a more formal occasion, I am partial to the Astrid pump (above middle) with studded diamante detail scattered evenly over the shoe. Marked down to £49 from £110, that's 60% off the retail price. For something with a low heel but still with girlie detail, the Evie sling back features a diamante covered bow perched across the vamp of the pointy toe heel. These are also £49, down from £99.
Get a bit of Givenchy-like lace in your life with these pretty ankle boots from Topshop. The gothic lace style will go perfectly with your PVC leggings or body con dresses this season or grunge them up even further with some ripped and/or bleached skinny jeans and some Ray-Ban Clubmasters.
These lovelies are currently part of the big Topshop sale, so choose which pair you like more (black or nude) and snap them up now for £35 (down from £70).
Net-A-Porter has long established themselves as one of the places to go for designer brands, which makes their sales a must visit stop in your online shopping rampage. Check out their collection of statement making heels on sale, from sophisticated party shoes, to something that is fun or edgey. For a pair of shoes that combine beautiful detailing and a stand out sole, try these Christian Louboutin Peplum T-bar sandals (above left) with gold winged detail across the vamp. Originally priced at £450, these now retail for £315. For a sparkley pair of party shoes, then you really have to choose these Marc by Marc Jacobs paillette embellished pumps (above middle) - a pair of Marc Jacobs heels covered from heel to toe with sequins, what more could you want? They've also been marked down from £298.51 to a not-too-expensive £179.10. Lastly for something a little 1980s but also a little edgy, try these Chloe leaf platform heels (above right) with their jagged edges and contrasting suede and patent leather detail.
I love ShopBop (except when they've run out of my favourite jeans in my size) and I love them even more during sale time. You can stock up on all kinds of designer goodies for a margin of their recommended retail price, and for some fabulous shoes, I suggest you start with boots with many of their designer boots marked down at least 50%. For an every day flat boot, try these Tapeet studded flat boots (above left) with their distressed pebble leather and studded detail at the top of the shaft and around the ankle. If you're looking for something a little more sophisticated, then try these Jill Stuart Christabel suede lace flat boots (above middle), I just love how the lace up detail twists around from the side of the boot to the front, giving the boot a nice sweeping detail, with the lace holes contrasting nicely against the black suede. Finally for something a little quirky, there are these Moschino Cheap and Chic High Granny boots (above right) available in plum or black, the contrasting colours and story book-granny look to them, they're a great day to day boot to pair with skirts, dresses or trousers.
Now a sale watch for the visitors State side, Victoria's Secret has some great mark downs in their post Christmas sale with over 175 styles on sale. Stock up on classic pumps with a twist like the Jessica Simpson leather almond-toe pumps picture above (left). The pumps will give you an extra boost thanks to the thick platform and the price is absolutely affordable - marked down from $89 to $29.99. Keep your feet dry and quirky with these Chooka patterned rainboots, down to $19.99 from $60. If you're looking for something a little more stylish but equally statement making, try a pair of Guess by Marciano quilted puffy boots that will keep you from the front door to the slopes, all for the price of $39.99, down from $120.
Sale time is the only time I can afford designer shoes, though I tend to avoid the rush and crowds of post Christmas sales, I always seemed to miss out on designer bargains in my size. But never fear, MatchesFashion.com is here ;) There are some amazing mark downs I am almost ready and willing to pull out the credit card and punch in the numbers to make a few purchases. A pair of black Stella McCartney sandals (pictured above left) has been marked down from £357 to a practically affordable £179, while a Diane von Furstenberg Ravello slingback sandals (above middle) has been marked down from £135 to a bargain price of £37! At such a price I'd get them in the two other colours they come in. Last but certainly not least, stunning Alexander McQueen sandals (above right) has been marked down from £450.00 to just £148 - with brown strappy detail like that, I'd snap up those heels in a second.
Question is, with so many stunning shoes on sale... how do I choose?
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