After unveiling a range of accessories last season for Versace's revived Versus line, Christopher Kane has just added a womenswear and (more!) shoes to his spring 2010 collection.
Collaborating with Donatella Versace, it's obvious who Kane has taken inspiration from... erm, Liz Hurley's iconic 1994 safety pin dress, anyone? In footwear, he has incorporated burnt orange colours, chain detailing, and brushed metal. Apparently the only flat shoes were a pair of Chelsea boots, in a similar style to Kane's last Versus collection.
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Ever since we heard that Jimmy Choo was designing a more affordable line for H&M we have been sitting on the edge of our seats for what he will come up with. Now, a sneak peek of the collection, which also includes clothes and accessories, has come to our attention and the shoes... well, they ain't bad at all. I'm loving the strappy two tone heels, studded shoe boots, and animal print stilettos. Can Tamara Mellon make the line a hit? We'll see... The range is available in stores on 14 November.
Related: Psst: Jimmy Choo for H&M confirmed! Have a sneaky peek here...
Mulberry made its name as a maker of Brit-chic designer bags but its shoes are getting more and more exciting each season, as I found out at the label's London Fashion Week salon show this weekend.
The eyecatching styles from Mulberry's hotly-tipped shoe collection for next spring ensured that the models' feet were causing as much interest as their bags and crazy hair, which had been permed beyond recognition for the show. In addition to the wild yellow tasseled boots shown here, expect to see the label's traditionally sober loafer styles including the Bayswater High Heel Pump rendered in candy coloured hues, with ballerina flats in neon pinks, pale yellows and cool greens alongside acid-coloured leopard print. Prepare to be dazzled!
Related: Mulberry's shoe collection for Autumn/Winter 09/10 | Mulberry debuts its first shoe line by Jonathan Kelsey
This is the shoe at the heart of a row that's erupted between the TUC's health & safety body and stores such as Debenhams and ASOS; both of which are stocking the so-called 'killer' six inch Goldie stilettos by Miss KG.
The TUC is campaigning against companies that impose the wearing of high heels and recommends heels should be no higher than one and a half inches and shorter than an inch if worn for prolonged periods. Until now, I'd thought most stiletto injuries were self-inflicted, but I've just heard that airline cabin crew are forced to wear heels, and Does anyone else here work in an industry that enforces uncomfortable footwear?
As for the shoe, I'm personally not sold on such a gigantic platform (although it should be pointed out that such a large wedge on the front of the shoe will to some extenet balance out the six inch heel that's causing such concern, so this particular style is an odd target. But if you like it, it's from KG's new 'lower end' range, Miss KG, which is selling similar styles to its KG and Carvela ranges at more affordable prices. These ones are £65 at ASOS
Mesh and weaving is becoming a big hit in the 'post-cage-shoes' era. It takes a skilled designer to work this look into something that doesn't end up resembling a grocery bag and there are some shocking examples out there of where some have tried and failed - but here, I've found a few that seem to get the look just right.
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I've been dimly aware for a while now that a number of sites based in the Far East are producing fake knock-offs of designer shoes, in particular the distinctive and hugely popular Louboutin styles. But the trend seems to be reaching fever pitch this week, with many well-meaning customers reporting disappointment with sites they thought were the real deal, including Louboutinsatin.com and ChristianLouboutinLondon.com both of which have now been outed as fake.
so what can you do to avoid being duped in this crime against shoe-manity? Read on for our advice...
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She's been featured in every glossy magazine from here to Japan, Kanye gave her props on his blog for her awesome sense of style and now 17-year-old Sea of Shoes' Jane Aldridge has been given the ultimate honour - a shoe designing collaboration with a major retailer.
The J.Aldridge by Sea of Shoes for Urban Outfitters capsule collection was unveiled on her blog last night and is causing quite a stir already in the fashion world (Susie Bubble, for one, is pretty excited!) Drawing her inspiration from what she calls "sort of Victoriana meets gladiator warrior," the (for now) three-piece set of designs will be available at Urban Outfitters from next month - although, still not sure if that will include UK branches. Will keep you updated! In the meantime, since we're now doing blogger shoe collections - can I have one pretty please? *wink*
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