United Nude Shoe

These shoes were my 'warm-up' purchase in Nolita. I think my Mum actually has a pair of shoes from this designer (or ones that look like them) which shouldn't surprise me as she was always slightly fashion forward introducing me to the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Melissa before they became fashionable!

I love the simplicity of the design and yet with a twist. I was originally looking at the black with white heel however my size was not available. But this light pink will also work well and help soften my wardrobe. I was aiming for a pair of heels as well but perhaps thankfully not in my size.

United Nude: Established in 2003 by Rem D Koolhaas & Galahad Clark, they are known for their 'clear concept, elegance and innovation', often collaborating with architects, fashion designers, magazine editors and photographers.

http://www.unitednude.com/

One of my most favourite things - a shoe with attitude

I bought these shoes from the Marni store in Singapore on a big trip in July 2005 with my best 'most fashionable' friend J (You will hear lots about him in regards to my style evolution). This trip we went to San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Didcot & Singapore in 27 days. I acquired some very special pieces along the way...these shoes were one of them and remain my favourite all time shoe today. They don't see the light of day very much because I can't walk very far in them due to 'old age' problems. But I love them for what they are and will never part with them. I love that they can be worn with the collar down or up!

I have noticed the past few seasons that collared shoes have crept in which annoys me especially if it is reproduced without quality. I love having unique or hard to find pieces....But I bask in the knowledge that I found and appreciated my Marni's 3 years ago and the leather is butter soft....

Marni: Designed by Consuela Castiglioni since 1994, based in Milan. Feminine, arty, funky, quirky, bohemian, brightly coloured yet elegant. She began with womenswear and branched into menswear October 2001. Consuela describes her work as 'Free from formal constraints. It's dressing with patchworks of fragments, shreds. It's conceiving a narrative wardrobe.'

http://www.marni.com/

Ultimately eclectic yet timeless which is what I love!