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    ShoeperWoman’s Shoes: Carvela ‘Gypsy’ flower slingbacks in yellow suede

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    | High Heels, High Street Shoes, Shoeperwoman's Shoes
    February 9, 2012

    carvela gypsy slingbacks ShoeperWomans Shoes: Carvela Gypsy flower slingbacks in yellow suede

    After all of the fuss of getting you to chose my Sarenza Brand Ambassador Shoes and then style them, what did I do? I only went and completely forgot to show you the shoes themselves when they arrived, didn’t I? D’oh!

    I’m putting that right now, because these are shoes that really deserve to be seen. They’re the most gorgeous shade of yellow, with a suede upper, flowers on the side, and bows on the toes:

    carvela yelow gypsy shoes1 ShoeperWomans Shoes: Carvela Gypsy flower slingbacks in yellow suede

    As soon as I opened the box, I knew the right choice had been made, so I have to once again thank everyone who voted: I can see myself getting a lot of wear out of these in Spring/Summer, and I have all of your wonderful outfit suggestions to look to for inspiration, too!

    yellow suede shoes ShoeperWomans Shoes: Carvela Gypsy flower slingbacks in yellow suede

    As far as sizing goes, I went for my usual UK4, which fits perfectly, although I will probably take the slingback strap in a hole or two for a more secure fit. I’ve so far only worn them around the house, it being far too cold right now for open toes, but they seem comfortable: I know a lot of people don’t like wearing slingbacks, but I always find the combination of a slingback and peep toe one of the most comfortable styles, because you have a little more “wiggle room” in them, so to speak. The fact that these are suede means that they should also wear in very nicely, and get even more comfortable with age!

    Thanks again to Sarenza, for sending me these, and to everyone who voted in my “Choose My Shoes” post: I’m really looking forward to wearing these!

    Carvela ‘Gypsy’ slingbacks, £141.90: Click here to buy them from Sarenza.

  2. Shoeperwoman

    Nicholas Kirkwood Scribble-Flower Colorblock Sandal

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    | Designer Shoes, High Heels, Sandals
    February 6, 2012

    nicholas kirkwood scribble flower shoes Nicholas Kirkwood Scribble Flower Colorblock Sandal

    These are the kind of shoes I always think of as “Runway Footwear”: i.e., they’re the kind of shoes that look amazing on the runway, or as part of a fashion editorial, but which I’m always a little surprised to see actually go into production, because as fabulous as they are, they’re probably the kind of thing that are destined to generate a “love or hate” kind of response.

    Designed to look like a colourblock sandal with a flower scribbled over the sides, these are   very creative, and amazing to look at. Would you wear them, though? And, more to the point, would you pay $1,250 for them?

    nicholas kirkwood scribble shoes Nicholas Kirkwood Scribble Flower Colorblock Sandal

    Nicholas Kirkwood Scribble Flower sandals: click here to buy them.

  3. Shoeperwoman

    Vionnet Rose/Gold Leather Flower Sandals

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    | Designer Shoes, High Heels, Sandals
    October 24, 2011

    vionnet flower sandals Vionnet Rose/Gold Leather Flower Sandals

    These shoes are such a thing of beauty that I knew as soon as I laid eyes on them that they’d be appearing here soon!

    I found these at Stylebop.com, who describe them as “crazy trendy”. Well, OK…I actually think they’re pretty classic myself, and they have something of a vintage look to them, too: I can imagine them being worn with a long evening gown, by a glamorous, red-lipsticked woman, back in the 20s or 30s, somehow. Of course, these would be equally at home with a more modern outfit, and will add a delicate, feminine touch to almost anything.

    These are also available in black, although it’s the pink version which has really won my heart! They’re £503, and you can click here to buy a pair.

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    Dune ‘Daisy’ pink and white slingback shoes

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    | High Heels, High Street Shoes, Peep Toes
    June 23, 2011

    dune daisy slingback shoes Dune Daisy pink and white slingback shoesDune have been making some really lovely shoes this summer – in fact, I’m almost afraid to look at their website because every time I do, I seem to find something else to add to my wish list.

    The latest pair of shoes to catch my attention are these ‘Daisy’ slingbacks, which combine a white canvas upper with a pink suede sole and trim, and a gorgeous, multicoloured daisy, which gives the shoes their name. When I look at these I instantly think they’d be perfect for a day at the races, for some reason. I don’t have any such days planned, however, but, well, I’m sure I could work something out.

    These are £85: click here to buy them.

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    Giambattista Valli flower-wrap ankle-wrap sandals

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    | Designer Shoes, High Heels, Sandals, Uncategorized
    June 7, 2011

    gb flower shoes Giambattista Valli flower wrap ankle wrap sandalsFlowers on shoes are far from an unusual sight, but these Giambattista Valli sandals have managed to interpret the look in a really unusual way: those flowers look almost like they’re growing on the shoe, as opposed to being placed there.

    I love the cream and black colour combination on these, and something tells me they’re probably even more stunning in real life than they are in the photo. Sadly, that’s something I’m going to just have to keep guessing about, because these have a “look, but don’t touch” price-tag of $762. If you just can’t resist, you can click here to buy them from Neiman Marcus.

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    Schuh ‘Yana’ turquoise suede court shoes

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    | Uncategorized
    June 2, 2011

    schuh yana turquoise suede shoes Schuh Yana turquoise suede court shoes

    I’ve had my beady little eyes on these shoes fir a while now, and I bet I don’t have to explain why, do I?

    First up, is the colour. It’s the perfect shade of turquoise/pale green – I could look at it all day, and while the fact that Schuh have added a metallic flower embellishment in the same colour certainly helps add to the effect, these would’ve been almost as striking without it, thanks to that gorgeous shade of green. I’m also really liking the trend for chunkier heels that’s going on at the moment: these are 4.7″ high, but still look like they’d be relatively comfortable – and don’t worry, there’s also a concealed platform, to make them feel lower than they are.

    These are also available in black, and are £75. Click here to buy them.

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    Nina Ricci flower detail sandal

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    | Designer Shoes, High Heels, Sandals
    May 26, 2011

    nina nicci Nina Ricci flower detail sandal

    Let’s just proceed directly to the stand-out feature of these shoes, shall we? The giant, plexi flower on the toe:

    nina ricci flower sandals Nina Ricci flower detail sandal

    It’s quite something, isn’t it? Strangely (for me, anyway), it seems to be attached to a vaguely “sensible” looking shoe, whereas I’d prefer to see an embellishment like this attached to something a little more delicate. Still, the chunky heel should help increase the comfort factor of these, and perhaps make them a little more wearable, too, by combining the extravagant detailing with a fairly plain upper.

    What do you think? Worth £1,439 to you? Click here if so.

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    Moda in Pelle pink ‘Cinderella’ peep toes

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    May 12, 2011

    moda in pelle cinderella peep toes Moda in Pelle pink Cinderella peep toes

    I know Cinderella wore a glass slipper, but I think she might have been just as pleased with her namesake shoes by Moda in Pelle, too. Well, glass just doesn’t sound comfortable for a shoe, does it?

    These are available in pink and beige, and while my instinct was to show you the pink version, seen above, I’m also rather keen on the beige:

    cinderella peep toes Moda in Pelle pink Cinderella peep toes

    The pattern on the heel and toe looks a bit like lace from a distance and gives these a lovely, delicate look: somehow “Cinderella” seems like a fitting name for them! The pale colours would make both of these shoes very easy to style, but which ones would you go for?

    These are £99.99 at Viva la Diva: click here to buy them.