Dressing Your Feet

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Kate

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No outfit is complete without the right pair of shoes. With summer round the corner, open toes and sandals are hitting the fashion scene more than ever and the warm weather gives daring women’s shoes the chance to come out of the closet and accentuate the perfect summer outfit. With all the cheeky fashion trends in clothing at the moment like heavy prints and bright, bold colours, this summer’s shoe fashions are artfully a little more subtle, in neutral tones like champagne, caramel and taupe.

Legs are going to be out a lot this summer with trends like hot pants and play suits causing women to be bare from the thigh down. Shoes therefore need to help shape the legs, so a slight heel is complementary, but they should also be practical and walkable. Wedges are the perfect combination of fashion and function, as they add height but also give good support and you can walk comfortably, and even run, when wearing them. For a feminine touch if you feel wedges are a little too clunky try a pair with toe peep holes.

However, women aren’t just going to be walking around this summer. With warm weather on the way, women want to get out and about playing sports and staying active, and it’s important to choose the right pair of womens trainers to keep you supported but still looking fashionable. Cushioned trainers are very popular at the moment as they offer excellent comfort and many makes are also fashionable to keep you looking good. Specialised running trainers may be expensive, but they offer the peak of trainer comfort and fashion and are worth an investment as they will last a good amount of time without needing replacing. Traditional running trainers are white with brightly coloured accents, but more and more designs are being released in warm, earthy colours which look smarter and more sophisticated.