I love the simplicity of these t-bar flat sandals by ASOS; a pared down style I call the 'gladiator lite' look. It's ideal for this time of year, when half the world is wandering the streets in flip-flops, and the bold, block colours are spot on for late summer looks. The sandals are leather, with a patent sheen that looks amazing on the orange -- a colour that seems to be a big hit in footwear just now. You can pick up a pair online for £15
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The platform trend is still going strong, and even Gina are at it, adding thick soles to their trademark delicate evening shoes. At first glance, I wasn't sure the platform sole looked like it belonged on these 'Amara' shoes , but having looked at them again, I think I could probably live with it, if only for the sake of the Swarovski crystal brooch and lovely black satin upper. They're £475 from the Gina website.
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Overloaded with Swarovski crystals atop a luxe bronze leather, these sexy sandals by Kurt Geiger definitely aren't in Kansas, are they? (Sorry, but they were begging to have that said about them...) The view is definitely better from above here - just glance down when you have these on your feet and you'll run the risk of walking into people because I somehow don't think you'll want to look up again. That could be dangerous given the high platform, but hey, I somehow don't think these shoes were made for walking. They're £195 from Kurt Geiger.
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Here's another sale bargain for you bargain hunters out there. These Georgina Goodman Flic sandals are a steal at $207, down from $690. The metallic cracked leather is shaped across the foot in a t-style shape with contrasting elastic detail at the sides and a black heel. Bold and edgy, these shoes are quite a sale buy for a handmade shoe.
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I don't think this picture does these shoes justice. There's a much bigger one in the Oli catalogue, which is where I found then, and the larger size makes the two shades of metallic leather look much more lush!
Quite apart from those golden colours, which would look great on holiday with an equally golden tan, I also like the platform sole and t-bar strap, which help make this a fabulous evening shoe that would also work during the day.
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Orange would probably be my last choice of colour when picking shoes, because it can be just so hard to wear, but these sandals by Chie Mihara come pretty close to changing my mind. I like the contrast with the cream strap and heel, and I also find the orange here pleasantly summery rather than fluorescent, which can often be the case with this shade.
These are currently on sale for 189.95 euros, and could be a nice, bold addition to your simmer wardrobe, good for those days when you want to pep up a dull outfit.
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I'm a big sucker for a designer bargain buy. There is something about paying significantly less than the RRP (and snagging it in your size) that always gives you a rush. Even if you're not 100% sure if you like the item. Take these Donna Karan Collection Mesh Ankle Strap Sandals for example. They're sporty, cute and perfect for summer, but on the other hand, mesh and a wooden hourglass heel? To throw another factor into the mix, these shoes are Donna Karan and marked down to $171 from $570 - that's a $399 saving! How easily one can be swayed due to the price if they're on the fence about an item. Not that I am of course ;)
Related: Strappy sandals by Donna Karan | Suede and ribbon sandals by Donna Karan | Donna Karan's silver mesh front sandals
I love the simplicity of these t-bar flat sandals by ASOS; a pared down style I call the 'gladiator lite' look. It's ideal for this time of year, when half the world is wandering the streets in flip-flops, and the bold, block colours are spot on for late summer looks. The sandals are leather, with a patent sheen that looks amazing on the orange -- a colour that seems to be a big hit in footwear just now. You can pick up a pair online for £15
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