The range of shoes online featured by high street shops like House of Fraser this summer is quite diverse, for both women and men. The cyclical nature of fashion is most usefully expressed when a classic but also open style is revisited by designers, or in other words an established design that is not too prescriptive. In terms of women’s shoes online this summer, the court shoe is the big revamp hit, with the peep toe variety in particular proving popular on runways and in shops across the fashion world.
The versatility of court shoes makes these items an especially good acquisition. As with all classic designs, certain court shoes will come in useful year after year, being appropriate on both formal and informal occasions. Black court shoes in particular exhibit this multi-function, chameleonic property, suitable for wearing both to work and also out for the more formal social occasion. The timelessness of the court shoe design makes this footwear a bona fide wardrobe staple. With the many incarnations of this style, which includes peep toe, high heel, low heel, bar, bow and hybrid cross over styles, a quick look at shoes online is sure to uncover a court shoe that suits you.
The summer is of course the time that sandals come into their own. This summer is no exception with every significant collection of shoes online featuring quite a diverse range of sandals. Wedges continue to be a popular form of the sandal, as like the court shoe, the wedge design leaves a lot of scope for designers to express fresh ideas within the form.Comfortable and casual wedges, with a gentle heel and muted grey and brown tones can allow you to relax and remain comfortable while out browsing the shops or going for a coffee. Stacked heel wedges with glitzy sliver strapping are perfect for a big night out where you may be hopping from dinner, to several bars, and on clubbing, as these shoes combine glamour with the kind of comfort you’ll need if walking and dancing, as well as looking good. To really stand out, there are several fashion houses like French Connection that have produced striking hybrid sandal designs this summer, with extreme heels and copious strapping that hints at the burlesque, and are guaranteed to turn heads.
Available now but with a nod to the approach of autumn, the ankle boot is also appearing in a variety of guises, offering a bit more protection for your feet than the court shoe or sandal. Ranging from sturdy leather to peep toe suede, you’ll also notice a lot of military inspired boots in women’s shoes online collections this summer, as the military look continues to feature strongly in the fashion shows of many top designers. Desert style brown suede and leather will work well with home-made cut off jeans and fishnet tights, and also prove suitable if you are planning on attending any festivals this year.
