shoes from the fall runway

After a too long hiatus, I am back to talk about key shoe trends for the fall. The jewel toned tights and garments are returning this fall and the look has progressed to the feet. Texture is also taking center stage with soft suedes everywhere from Proenza Schouler to Valentino. Here are a few of the most noticeable trends that will be seen hitting the streets in a few months.

Balenciaga and Lavin were just two of the shows featuring the return of the not-so-subtle pointy toe heels. Fendi and Doo.ri were all about the suede ankle boots while Proenza’s jewel tones ranged from green, mustard, and purple. Gucci played with the classic fringed suede boots and Missoni marbled the suede. The basic cream heel like Valentino’s will be a must-have accessory in the fall. Olivier Theyskens tucked twisty pants into more suede heels at Nina Ricci. Slouchy boots will always be in fashion, but the white ones at 3.1 Phillip Lim and Balenciaga were a pretty cool new way to wear them.

Shoes are a great way of expressing your sense of style. Try adding some texture to your outfit by pairing it with some unexpected footwear

balenciaga

lanvin

fendi

proenza schouler

gucci

missoni

valentino

nina ricci

3.1 Phillip Lim

balenciaga

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a fresh face.

This morning I watched the more recent Pride & Prejudice, with Keira Knightley and Rosamund Pike as Elizabeth and Jane Bennet, and was inspired by their translucent skin and natural beauty. It may be silly to write and even talk about barely there makeup trends from the Fall runways. Not only were the lips pale but the eyes were often bare and seemingly mascara free.

In these last few months of summer, protect your skin from those harsh rays. Pale is making a come back, and if there is even a slight chance that it can be considered a trend than it is one. A few wise words would be to cover up with a big floppy hat and at the very least, a moisturizer with SPF 15. When Fall comes around, your skin will be just as clean and fresh as the runway models.

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