Doo.Ri: Do you see what I see?
Posted on September 13th, 2008 by galligator under Fashion Week, Spring 2008 shoes, Walking DisastersSo, there I am, looking at various online thumbnails of Fashion Week’s Spring 2009 collections. I am primarily looking for interesting color and style trends as well as any interesting or new silhouettes that might appeal to you, our readers.
Well, then, how surprising is it that this itty bitty little photo catches my attention?
Could this be some form of demi-wedge?
No, not so much.
Up close and personal, here is the instant replay:
OUCH!
Yes, boys and girls, that is a Heel gone Horribly Wrong. I have read every review I can find for this particular show yet I have found no mention of Catwalk Catastrophe. I have to say that whichever unlucky model got this flawed footwear deserves a bonus for fancy footwork.
Now, if you were interested in what this looks like in more pristine condition, here is a much better specimen for your attentions.
I’ll admit to feeling justifiably leary in regards to the stability of this painted cork heel; I would certainly recommend a quality control review on this design. However, I am rather fond of the powder grey color. It’s actually a lovely neutral that works all-year-round and need not be limited to Spring 2009 (or any other particular year or season).
In this same neutral color scheme are a couple of other styles that I found much more attractive than the ill-fated caged-sandal above.
This lace-up maryjane is a sweet Spring style; on-trend, though not exactly breaking new ground.
I admit that I am still trying to work out my feelings toward the following corset-laced ankle boot. Kudos are given for attempting a convertable boot style; I’m actually finding myself really attracted to the look of the folded-over cuffed sandal version. At the same time, I’m really not fond of the fully-laced, scrunched, ankle-boot version of this same style. I am not convinced that both looks are truly successful.
[Photos courtesy of Elle.com, Style.com & Vogue UK]
Of course, as is true with all Fashion, this may be as much a matter of individual taste as anything else. What do you think?
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September 13th, 2008 at 9:49 pm
I love the variations that we are getting in boots this fall. Aside from short boots being easier on ladies with calves larger than 6″ diameter, ever since I moved from Portland, OR to St. Louis, MO I have realized-hey!-It’s hot down here! You have to think creatively in climates that extend summer. I blogged about a boot with an open toe recently. It’s probably not a great choice for everyone, but if you can pull it off I think you should go for it.
The broken heel will probably be blamed on the model being overweight or something.
I guess that’s the cynic in me, but I thought the same as you “give her a raise!” there are very few models who have the stamina to not fall!
September 14th, 2008 at 11:31 pm
Excellent advertising! LOL
September 16th, 2008 at 9:43 am
Oh I know how she feels. We’ve all had that “broken heel moment”. But good for her for not falling. That shows the true heel wearer.
September 16th, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Hi to every one ,The high heel shoe is looking beautiful and i think the shoe is design for small hight, but those who,s hight is tall and they wear the design shoe there personality should be to graceful because the shoe is beautifull and also looking comfortable. keep it up.
Muhammad Yasir
December 16th, 2008 at 6:09 am
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December 26th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
This is obviously not a good advertisement, but I think these shoes look very well. Unfortunately, I can’t find these shoes here.
February 19th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
The look of the cork heel is intruigung and very special. I like it. But i think, that the quality of the heel is a huge problem as cork is by nature very porose.
The last model, the open boot with leather is really nice and hot! But I better not ask for the price… :-/