WOMEN'S SHOES  

What should you consider before buying women's shoes?

A good way to decide which women's shoes to buy is to ask yourself the following questions:

-What impression do you want to give?: Each type of shoe, due to its structure or its finish, conveys something different. Make your choice bearing in mind how the shoes contribute to what you want to say about yourself.

-In which context are you going to wear them?: There is a shoe for every occasion. From the most formal to the most functional, sporty, smart-casual and even casual-smart.

-How are you going to use them?: Consider how often you want to use your shoes, or if you only need them for specific occasions. This can influence the type of shoe and the materials.

-Finishes: The final touch that very often makes the shoes unique. For example, aniline finishes are more delicate, while suede provides a softer tone and feel.

-Soles: Whether they are leather, rubber or a combination of the two, they significantly affect the comfort and durability of the shoe..

-Construction: This is the way the shoe is attached to the sole. Depending on whether it is stitched, glued or Goodyear-welted, the comfort and flexibility of the shoe will be different..

-Fastening: Whether it is a lace-up, single or double monk strap or slip-on model, the fastening mechanism can affect the comfort and usability of the shoes. Similarly, for sandals, the straps that secure them are very important.

Decorative features: Broguing, tassels and fringes, and the ornamental details of sandals always make a difference.

-Finishes: Each type of finish can influence the way you combine garments with shoes. For example, suede is always more flexible when partnered with a casual look.

-Colour: The more sober colours, such as brown and black, are more appropriate for a formal style, and should therefore be combined with garments in a similar range of colours. However, for more relaxed styles of footwear, such as sandals, ballet flats or sports shoes, we have much greater freedom when it comes to colour.

As we said, these are just guidelines. Nothing is set in stone, and less so in the world of footwear, where there is such a great variety of interacting styles. As in everything else, the final touch is up to you.