Summery Shoes

It’s June and – after months of pretending it’s high-summer – I’ve finally reached breaking point. I’m out of here. Thursday morning will bring outrageously early wake-ups, rush-hour Tube journeys, queueing and extortionate coffee but Thursday afternoon will see me lying on a deserted beach somewhere in the better part of Europe.
I’m leaving The Wardrobe Update in the capable hands of Zena & Poppy for the next two weeks so expect some fresh fashion blood, but I couldn’t abandon you without a brief goodbye.. so.. let me introduce some well-advised shoe picks for all-weather environments.

Hudson ‘Olsen’ Brogues (£150), Ego and Greed ‘Svan’ Platform Wedges (£75.65 @ Nastygal), Zara Swarovski Studded Sandals (£79.99)

If you’re not too sure about embracing the ‘man shoe’ trend then check out Topshop’s sale for their gorgeous colour-sole suede brogues; unfortunately they’re sold out in my local, but I’ve got a friend with a pair in my size..
Speaking of man shoes:

Hello Homme Boat Shoes (£80 @ ASOS), All Saints ‘Debut’ Shoe (£101.50 from £145) Creative Recreation ‘Cesario’ Shoe (£35 from £50 @ TOPMAN),

I feel like the criteria for a true ‘shoe classic’ is it’s ability to look incredible on both man & woman, and it’s hard to go wrong in these trusty friends:

 Classic Chuck Taylors by Converse, Limited Edition DM’s and TOMS

I know I picked a girly colour but the current Limited Edition DM’s are available in monochrome Black, White & Grey and their ever-popular Liberty Print collection can be found at Coggles and is available for both men & women. And of course you have the originals..
TOMS will be forever-loved on this blog because they give you the added fuzzy inner-warmth of providing orphans with a pair of shoes at the same time, however if you’re really cruel then I’ve spotted cheaper versions (without the charitable donation) in T.K. Maxx.

Who doesn’t own a pair of Converse?

I'll leave you with these YSL beauties - Chanel did a similar 'stars and stripes' pattern a few years ago - as I run away to pack... see you in the Algarve!

Yves-Saint-What?

After naming Hedi Slimane as the new creative director of Yves Saint Laurent earlier this year the brand appears set to make several huge changes to it's branding and clothing, starting with the name! Slimane believes the "Yves Saint Laurent" name associates the branding purely with it's former founder, and wants to take steps away from this by changing the name to Saint Laurent Paris.

SLP?!

REALLY?!

It sounds like Slurp to me - which is exactly why they've opted to keep the YSL logo, slightly backwards if you ask me.

Tribtoo Platforms in Red Suede (£540), Arty’n'Colour Cocktail Ring (£270), Chyc Clutch in Lizard-skin (eek! £630) and Chyc leather belt (£360 – all Net-A-Porter)

Yves Saint Laurent, developed in the 1970's, is probably most famous for it's "Le Smoking Jacket" tuxedo and safari-style jackets for women. Later (and now) it is most famous for it's accessories; clutch bags, statement 'Y' belts and the Tribtoo platform pumps. I've taken a look at my faves from their iconic style, just in case it's more than the name that goes!

The shoes have been featured on thousand of celebrities as a substitute to Louboutinies, and their eclectic range of cocktail rings are the perfect addition to any girl’s LBD. The clutch & belt are both from the House’s Chyc range, both featuring the iconic ‘Y’ logo, and are great for making a slightly quieter fashion statement.


 In other news..D&G have announced that, with no further ado, they are diffusing the D&G line back into Dolce & Gabbana. I am deeply unimpressed, as I lust after D&G's floral urban chic styles and sumptuous fabrics.

Silk Floral Dress (£245 from £350), Chain-trimmed Boucle Jacket (£444 from £650), Rose Handbag (£161 from £230), Denim-Waisted Scarf Maxi (£612 from £1,225)

Dolce & Gabbana made a statement with urban, thrifty and eclectic styles in the 1980′s – when Italy was big for it’s filming industry Dolce claimed fashion and film was one and the same; “our clothes are like a story..we think of a story, and design the clothes to go with them”. They aimed to produce quirky classics, setting new trends rather than conforming to the old. I love D&G’s line for it’s fab prints and classic cuts; the playful shades and details (especially on the handbags) are DIVINE! Sure, they’re not cheap, but they aren’t too hard to save up for and they’re iconic enough for you to wear them for years.

Snap them up while you still can..

Urban Outfitters: Picks

Indie giant Urban Outfitters have launched their Summer Sale! Up to 50% off; so let's re-visit my picks for boys & girls before looking at their new prices...

L-R: Womens Picks: Ecote 'Sneak Peak' Cami (£25), Deena & Ozzie Wedges (£85), Pins and Needles cut-out dress (£55), Angel Jackson Avenger Satchel (£350 - sold out, buy a similar version for £180!), BDG Stripe Shorts (£40), PEACE belt (£9-18)

L-R: Farah Vintage Raspberry Twill Shorts (£55 - now £35), Word Up Tee (£20), Red G-SHOCK Watch (£100), Fred Perry Silk Tie Belt (£40 - now £25), Bjorn Pants (£25), Lyle & Scott £60 - now £35 (VANS £45)

They recently contacted me to tell me how much they love my blog on Vision, and sent me a few cheeky pictures from Vaudeville & Burlesque's most recent collection:

I'm not sure how expensive the dresses are but I'm pretty sure I'll be pre-ordering the yellow!

xoxo