SNEAK PEEK OF DESIGNER SHOES PRE-FALL 2016

Charlotte Olympia latest collection is themed as “Mid-Century Art” by masters such as Wassily Kandinsky and Salvadore Dalí. You can learn a terrific art history lesson while shopping for your shoes.

Tabitha Simmons decorated the shoes with fun patterned heat-transfer colorful beads, a chic update for pre-fall.


Rupert Sanderson custom-created these Lucite heels with hand-painted gold flocking in both a wedge and an updated block heel for pre-fall.


Alexandre Birman had a Seventies mood and its rich colors in mind when he paired his signature python with color-blocked suedes and chunky heels and a fringe detail.


As a longtime advocate of the fashionable sneaker, Ruthie Davis showed fashion wedge booties for pre-fall collection.


Nicholas Kirkwood is going for dots on pre-fall collection, along with the signature pearls between the sole and the heel.


Paul Andrew developed this toe wall around heeled sandals that gives a platform effect while remaining single-soled.

Dannijo Shoes featured their signature jewels on bridal satin shoe collections of pre-fall.

BEST STYLED – DESIGN YOUR OWN 4 INCH POINTED TOE PUMPS

4 inch pointed toe pumps are the must-have for several seasons already. This simple and elegant style is beloved by the celebrities and fashion divas. It’s feminine, sexy and goes with just about anything. No wardrobe is complete without a pair of 4 inch pointed toe pumps. Whether in red, black, hot pink or nude, you will find it really handy to style for almost any occasion.

Pop The Color

You can add the freshness to any look by pairing the outfit with color-pop pointed toe pumps, which can be bright red, orange, bright yellow, neon green etc. The shoes will instantly brighten up everything and get yourself in a good mood.

Style Formal

If your style is classic, you can pair your pointed toe pumps with a dress, a blazer jacket or a pencil skirt, to command respect and radiate your confidence. With a head piece like Kate Middleton, your style can be close to royal.

Style Casual

For a night out, you can balance the look with your leather pants like Olivia Palermo or your short skirts, together with a pair of 4 inch pointed toe pumps, to make a fashion statement. Or, be comfy and trendy, to pair your shoes with your boyfriend jeans and a nice sweater like Kate Moss.

BEST STREET STYLES AT HAUTE COUTURE SPRING 2016

Haute Couture spring 2015 was kicked off in Paris delivering spectacular layering of past and present with model relevance. The reconciled French tradition connected the creation of exclusiveness with the simple efficient ways women dress today.
Besides the rich and lavish presentation on the runway, the amazing street styles captured at Haute Couture Spring 2015 is also breathtaking. Scroll down to see some of the best street chic photos and come back for more as we go.

BEST STREET STYLES AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK FALL / WINTER 2016

It’s not just catwalk that catches our eye at fashion weeks. The street styles of well-dressed attendees and models are equally inspiring. New York fashion week fall/winter 2015 -2016 was kicked off on Feb. 12 with some amazing street styles. Scroll down to see some of the best street styles at New York Fashion Week Fall / Winter 2015 – 2016 and come back for more as we go.

BEST STREET STYLE AT LONDON FASHION WEEK FALL WINTER 2016

After New York Fashion Week, it’s London to play the host for designers, fashion editors, bloggers and buyers. British girls waste no time showing off their distinct style on the streets of London Fashion Week Fall Winter 2015 – 2016. Relaxed, effortless and elegantly chic, there are inspirational styles everyone can take cues from. Scroll down to see some of the best street styles at London fashion week fall 2015 and come back for more updates as we go.

SIDE BY SIDE: SHINE STATUS

When the ice cream season finally emerges, ankle-free soles are guaranteed a prime place in our shoe arsenal. It means we are officially breaking up with our winter boots and replacing them with bouncier & fresher styles. Nonetheless, the sneaker isn’t going anywhere – its indisputable versatility & instant coolness are not only #epic but also irreplaceable. Alongside our OG staples (already in heavy rotation), the espadrille is standing tall and proud in all of its braided glory. A little variation in our sole collection goes a long way, especially when the flatform number is giving our killer heels some serious competition. It’s hard to beat trendsetter status & ultimate comfort at the same time – just sayin’.

Often enough, flats can be overlooked as a feminine shoe option to add to both your airport getup as well as your drinks-with-the-girls look. In terms of flat-spiration, the Olsen twins never cease to amaze with über polished yet à la bohème outfit ideas featuring none other than the espadrille. For your jet-setting days, showcase metallic boho flatforms with cozy cropped pants & oversized sunglasses. Shiny flats like SMOLIN can take your outfit from the office to the swanky rooftop pool without missing your fave tune. Let these silvery espadrilles (combined with street style snaps of MK & A) teach you a thing or two about mastering the art of effortless bohemia.

CULTURE HACKS: SPRING SOCIAL

After the brutality that winter wreaks on our social lives, some of us emerge from hibernation feeling a little…uh…rusty.  Here’s 5 tricks we follow to get us back into tiptop shape. Or at least feeling somewhat human again.

ICE BREAKERS: Hi. I’m _________. A simple “Hello”  (and maybe a relevant follow-up question like “how do you know the bride” or “have you tried Kevin’s BBQ yet?”) is really all it takes.

SIGNATURE DRINK: Do you really need a spring water ice-cube and a sprig of fresh thyme imported from Greece? Ermmm, you’re holding the party up. Keep it simple, stud.

WINGMAN: We get it, you want a little back up. But beware the wingman relationship that holds you back. Sometimes striking out on your own is where the real adventure is.

EATING IN PUBLIC: Nobody cares if you know which fork to use, but if you’re at an event nice enough to wear closed-toe shoes, you may as well use those manners your mama taught you.

DANCE MOVES: Look, you do you. All we’re saying is, if you is a dancer who needs A LOT OF physical space to get down, try not to poke anyone’s eyeballs out.

Now get out into the world and enjoy!

CULTURE HACKS: WEEKEND CHILL

How to squeeze out every last drop of summer!

It’s been hot for like, a minute, and you’ve already done the requisite summer activities: sat on a patio, gone to the beach. Have no fear. We’ve got a handful of DIY weekend projects to get you back in the summer saddle.

Take A Bike Trip

When was the last time you got on your bike and just rode around? Why not pack a bag with the essentials and hit the open road? With minimal planning you can find tons of great campsites, and staring up at a sky full of stars is well worth it.

Build Something

You’ve got hands? Why not use them to do DIY things! From DIY speakers out of paper cups to a wooden bottle opener to a hammock you can laze around in.

Create Your Own Obstacle Course

You could buy the schematics to build your own backyard obstacle course (like a devil ladder and curved wall) or you could just gather up a bunch of materials (like pool noodles, water balloons, old car tires and – why not? -a piñata) and get creative.

Throw A Killer BBQ

Ok, if you start right now, you can host the greatest barbeque of life tomorrow. Clear out some space, grab some dogs and burgers and ribs (tip: soak the ribs in cola for a few hours before cooking) plus a bevy of cold drinks and make a party playlist. Call the crew and get grillin’.

DETAILS DETAILS: OUTTA SIGHT

015 by ALDO TEAM

Sunglasses are essential. Don’t blow it.

Sunglasses. The ultimate fashion necessity and accessory. A well-chosen pair can elevate your entire look and make a powerful statement. No need to squint, gentlemen. Spruce up your shades game with these four styles and get on with your summer with confidence.

Browline frames cut a bookish and sexy look. A retro style for narrower, more chiseled faces, these sunglasses sport a classic and assertive browline. The funky, animal print color scheme balances it out and sets a playful tone for fun times under the sun.

Trapezoidal frames, a revered and iconic style long-associated with dashing wayfarers, look sharp on almost any face shape. Make no mistake about it: this is a bold, no-nonsense eyewear choice guaranteed to turn heads.

Want to commemorate International Sunglasses Day (it’s a thing, believe it or not) on June 27 with a little youthful exuberance and panache? Throw on this blue tinted number to instantly spice up your casual summer looks.

Classic aviator sunglasses never go out of style. Ever. No matter what your face shape, wardrobe choice, or hair style, these shades have you covered. Versatile? You bet. Dress them up at a business lunch or play it cool on the weekend, no sweat.

DETAILS DETAILS: MADE IN THE SHADE

27, 2015 by ALDO TEAM

Pick up a fresh pair of frames—it’s International Sunglasses Day!

No summertime wardrobe is complete without the perfect pair of shades, so in celebration of International Sunglasses Day, we’re helping you get your frame game on fleek with stylish shapes to suit every face.

SQUARE
The best choice for accentuating those cheekbones is an architectural frame in striking black and white. Another option working seamlessly with summer’s music-fest looks is the ever-cool wayfarer.

ROUND
A slim-framed round lens will also soften your strong, natural lines. You can just as easily create an elongated effect by making like a modern-day Maverick in aviators with a mirrored lens.

HEART-SHAPED
The most playful way to offset your angles while shielding those peepers has to be our heart-shaped specs. To flatter the feminine proportions of your face, look for frames that  that’ll take you from work lunches to weekend picnics, and a winged-tip cat-eyethat’s as classic as it is chic.

OVAL
Lucky you—you can pull off almost any pair, so embrace your inner A-lister in a glam set of oversized shades (Audrey Hepburn would approve!), or explore your funky side with a two-tone style that takes the form of a rounded square.

CARRY ON: CAN’T EVEN

“I prefer paying full price,” said no one, ever. Because who doesn’t love a good discount —especially when it means shopping styles on sale that you can start wearing stat? If that sounds like your sort of instant gratification, then you definitely don’t want to miss our mid-season sale, on now and featuring fresh summer finds. Bored with your basic summer shoes? Shake things up with a metallic-strap pool slide that’ll make grounding your summer looks both comfortable and chic. Bring on the baubles, you say? Our tassledchandelier earrings are the perfect match for summer’s boho tops and maxi dresses, while a bold plate necklace will pop against everything from tonal separates to splashy prints. Feeling fringe? Carry a swingy, exotic-skin clutch and work the trend in a snap. And for all you style chameleons, our statement watch comes with five interchangeable straps, so you refresh your wrist wear all season long.

Just be sure to act fast, because these in-season goodies will be gone faster than you can click “Add to shopping bag.”

INSPIRED BY TRAVEL: MEET DJ WILL POWER

It’s house music and house parties for this world traveller

Say hello to Will Power Smith. Sure, he’s got a rad name befitting a superhero, but his powers are decidedly musical: he learned how to DJ from his brother at the tender age of 9. Now this Londoner plays some of the most massive house parties in town and beyond. After spending his youth in the natural beauty of the Cotswolds, Power Smith spends his days traveling the world to play shows. And if his Insta’s any indication, this sneakerhead could teach us a thing or two about surf, soccer, cycling, seeing the world, and relaxing on the beach. So, you see, he uses his powers for good.

Tell us about how you got into making music.
I was DJing at an early age and then I actually got into playing the guitar; my focus changed from dance music to rock music. I was more into Nirvana and that. I was in bands and found myself trying to write all the parts for all the songs until I pissed everyone off.

What do you think changed?
I got this new first music software. You could plug your guitar into it and that would go into a USB on your computer, which would then record the guitar. So I started recording all the bits. I made the beats and stuff and it was so basic at the time but it was amazing, this freedom to be able to do all these things that I wanted to do myself. It wasn’t until a year or two before I went to uni that I got back into dance music and house music.

Now you tour a lot. Do you have any tips or philosophies when it comes to travel?
I travel as light as possible because I love nipping into shops to grab my basics. I’ve got a couple of my essential things. I have my USB’s, my headphones, my laptop.

What are some of the places you like to go to discover new musicians and new sounds in London?
London is really inspiring. And Shoreditch, similar to places like Berlin, there’s lots of new stars coming out all the time. The clubs are open really late. There’s always something going on, and all of my friends are there, too. There’s a handful of venues that we go to which always have cool new DJs, mostly in Shoreditch or Dalston. Places like The Nest, XOYO, Village Underground, Uruguay. I hang out a lot at Shoreditch House, and I’ve played a couple of nights there as well.

How does the nightlife influence the way you dress? Do you dress differently for day versus night?
During the day I’ll just wear a t-shirt and a skinny jean. I like to dress up at night: usually a black skinny jean, maybe a black or a white tee and a black jacket. Depends on where I’m going, what clubs I’m going to.

SIDE BY SIDE: FRINGEFULL FALL

Swing into Fall with Transitional Sandals and a Fringed Vest

With its weekend-long music festivals, endless nights by the campfire and lazy days at the beach, summer is definitely the season to tap into your boho side. But that doesn’t mean you need to leave your inner free spirit behind come fall. A long, fringed vest or sweater is a signature piece in any bohemian-heavy wardrobe, and one that works best once the weather cools off (we’ve all tried to rock leather fringe on a hot summer day and, unless you’re Kate Bosworth, the results are rarely pretty).

As we kiss summer goodbye and move into fall, transition your look by pairing covered arms with bare legs. There’s something so fun about cozying up in your oversized sweater while still feeling the fresh air on your gams. Plus, being covered up makes showcasing your boho style entirely work-appropriate (strapless sundresses and office dress codes don’t always mix). Gladiator sandals are the key shoe to polish off this between-seasons style, and a boot-inspired version gives the illusion of coverage while still keeping things easy breezy and cool. Or, try a pair with mixed metallic straps for a more polished, city-ready take you can wear with a more conservative outfit. And even if you are dreaming of Coachella, no one will be the wiser.

FINAL TOUCH: BREAK THE MONOTONY

Suede oxfords and a grey suit? Yessir.

Clothes don’t make the man, they say. That is certainly true. But, by the same token, let’s not pretend appearances don’t matter. They most assuredly do. Of course, this doesn’t mean you need to have a Savile Row tailor at your beck and call in order to make a good impression. Casual-wear, even artfully schlumpy-wear, can pack the right punch in the right hands. At the end of the day, a dynamic sense of personal style has to come from a sincere place. Intuitively knowing what to wear with what–and when–helps.

Take the quintessential light grey suit, for example. It’s one of those wardrobe stalwarts you don’t necessarily pay any mind to until you realize you need it. Fact is, a well-pressed light grey suit is brilliant come summer and fall–and always will be. When paired with blue-hued, and even lightly-patterned, dress shirts, its effect can be striking.

Footwear-wise you can go in a few different directions here but consider a brown suede oxford. The sharp hit of textural and tonal contrast this shoe provides is very simpatico. A light grey suit and brown dress lace-ups: a beautiful way to pump up your style game this season, at the office, and out on the town.

MEET THE CAST: SANDRA WINTHER – IRL

Video artist & director, Sandra Winther, can now add model to her resume – woot woot. As rad as they come, the tomboy-chic influencer knows how to work the camera, on & off duty. With a distinctive platinum mane & magnetic chill vibe, she is definitely not your average girl next door. Lucky for us, we had the chance to pretend to be as cool as her (for 1 day) while she took over our IG feed with snaps bound to inspire your summer-to-fall #ootds.

SIDE BY SIDE: LOOK SHARP LIVE SMART

Go from work to weekend–and back–with one shoe. 

Some shoes can do it all, within limits of course. May we submit the humble but valuable loafer? Or, in this case, if you so prefer, the driver or moccasin. In black, this classic is a wardrobe must. But you probably know that.

Still, say for argument’s sake you don’t. Just examine all the ways this shoe can complement work and weekend life. With dress socks, dark and tapered trousers, and a slim shirt and blazer, a black suede loafer cuts a killer profile. This is what well-groomed up-and-comers want at the office, on a business trip, or at a work engagement.

Which takes us to look number two. It is the weekend, or a weekday after work, you are off the clock, and you have a date, a dinner, a function–somewhere to be. That somewhere is not exactly informal, but far from tuxedo and top hat time. Find the middle ground. The black suede loafers can stay, naturally, but lose the socks. Chill the look out some more with earth tones–khaki chinos are a safe bet, and a casual dress shirt. Layer with a slim-fit jacket or blazer for good measure, and cuff the sleeves. Rock those moccasins well, gentlemen; they are, without doubt, a foundational piece of footwear.

RINGS AND THINGS: CAMEL BLACK

There’s something beautifully serene about the colour camel. Classic, but still on-trend it’s a calm neutral shade that evokes a luxurious, well-made sentiment no matter what the price point. Alexander Wang is a fan, so is Mulberry. Both have showcased polished camel toppers in their fall 2015 collections, and you would be remiss to scan any street style photos and not see the fashionable set snapped in this quintessential tone. It has become ubiquitous on the runway and the high street because it meshes with every other colour in the wheel but perhaps most alluring is when it’s paired with our beloved black. The fall season’s must-have combo, imagine a camel coat over a nubby black turtleneck and slim leather leggings or substitute this slick city look for a white tee, ripped jeans and a cozy (yet causal) black and camel-striped scarf  – quite perfect for those Sunday’s spent brunching.

Come Monday, change up your office attire routine by swapping out your tote for one of the bigger accessory trends to hit the market: the backpack. Once relegated to schoolyards and playgrounds, we love this grown-up leather version with oversized zipper detail. We imagine it for the busy sophisticate who needs her hands free to sip that cappuccino all the while looking so cool in her commute.