Finding flat footwear with the same kitschy glam appeal as skyscraper heels is quite a challenge for retro fashion fiends. These Darling Bow Jelly Flats are a rare exception, capturing a retro fifties-style aesthetic while keeping a comfortable height.
Made from a soft, flexible jelly plastic, they're more comfortable than the jelly sandals we all once wore. The grosgrain bow adds some cutesy appeal along with the high shine finish achieved by the unusual material.
As some of you might recall, the retailer Size? is selling classic, limited edition Adidas Manchester trainers and tracktops for its 10th anniversary, some of which were sold instores over the weekend, the rest being sold online this morning.
If, like me, you were one of the people trying to buy some, you'll probably have found a frustrating and in the end, almost shambolic procedure. Being informed there was no stock at the end of the billing procedure (after previously securing some online), even getting a cancellation email after an order was confirmed. Not good at all.
But where there's demand, there is always supply – and a number of the lucky few have decided to stick their (not very) prized possessions straight onto the eBay website. So if you have money to spare, sellers are already asking anything between £100 and £300 for a pair of the £69.99 trainers. Yes, really. If you want to browse what's currrently there, follow our link to the trainers currently being sold.
The details are what can make or break a truly vintage look, and if you're into a top-to-toe retro style then accessories are worth investment. This pair of Pronto Shoes from Dune tap into a sixties-inspired luxury to create the ideal accessory for a decadent retro look.
With a high end feeling beyond their price tag, the monochrome colouring makes this pair. Bold graphic lines evoke a design somewhere between Mondrian and Chanel. While the stiletto may be a lot more modern, it never takes away from the simplicity of a shoe that can be paired with a great variety of vintage inspired styles.
This season's biggest shoe trend in the world of mainstream fashion is nude colours, allowing them to be matched with every conceivable outfit. This pair from Christian Louboutin do just the same trick for retro lovers, with just the right hint of vintage inspiration on top of their nude shade's appeal.
The bow detail at the vamp, combined with slingbacks and peep toes, add a kitschy retro appeal to a basic high heel shoe. The peach-toned nude colouring fits with a variety of girlish retro looks, from fifties to eighties styles.
Get them online in the UK from Matches Fashion for £520.
The easiest way to inject a brave dash of colour into any wardrobe is through the accessories, and killer shoes are a must for any retro look. These Melissa Ashia Mary-Jane Shoes are ideal for a fifties or sixties wardrobe, in a dazzling shade of red.
The shoes are made from thick, durable plastic, ensuring that candy-apple sheen will last uncreased for longer than patent leather. With a simple thin ankle strap and rounded heel, the simplicity and classic shape compliment the loud colour to create a headturning accessory.
Clarks Originals seems to be really digging into the archives this year. First we had the return of the Rambler shoe and now we have another reissue with a similar vintage – the Clarks Originals Oberon shoes. Read more
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