shoes
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Weathering the storm – grab your Wedge Wellies
I’ve been a little obsessed with Wedge Wellies since I first spotted them on Dragon’s Den. The idea of a stylish Wellington boot that could also offer the height, and the glamour of a wedge heel was something that really appealed to the side of me that hates flat shoes. In the years since that Dragon’s Den episode, the not so humble boots have moved on from strength to strength. And, with the UK facing some extreme weather conditions this week involving the possibility of flooding, it seems appropriate to pay tribute to the force of shoe nature that is the Wedge Welly. Wedge Wellies offer so much in the…
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Evans – 400 items for £20 or less
I’m the first person to admit to loving a bargain, so when an email popped into the inbox saying that Evans was currently selling 400 items at just £20 or even less, then of course I had to go and have a look. And it is all true, with great prices for wardrobe basics, many items reduced in the mid season sale, and a raft of other offers, Evans truly has real shopping options for those of us on a strict budget. 400 items is a lot to look through, so I have chosen my special Fashion-Mommy edit of pieces that would enhance any wardrobe. From clothing to accessories, I…
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New Season FitFlops
Ever since Joe, my four-year-old, started school, I have found myself doing more and more walking. I’ve found that I actually enjoy being in the great outdoors and getting around as much as possible by foot. In addition, school holidays are often spent chasing after a bike, being stuck in goal or generally traipsing around an assortment of zoos, museums and theme parks. By some quirk of fate, I’ve become an outdoorsy type. And therein lies the problem. All this walking and running around is playing havoc with my feet, especially as I’ve never been sensible in the shoe department. I prefer heels whenever possible, having never learned my lesson…
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Storage Ideas from the Plastic Box Shop
The downside of having lots of wonderful things to wear, is that you need somewhere to store them all. Adequate and attractive storage is a bane of my life, where do you put all those pairs of shoes you are trying to protect, without having cardboard shoe boxes everywhere? And what about storage for things like jewellery, especially those long chains that get knotted and tangled and are difficult to store? The simple storage solutions offered by the Plastic Box Company may just be the answer to your needs. The Plastic Box Shop is a one stop shop for simple, affordable storage for home, office and outdoor spaces. Offering a…
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Dover Saddlery – The Perfect Riding Boots
One of the most versatile style of boots has to be the traditional riding boot. A style that transcends the space between practical and fashionable, this sort of boot is perfect for a whole lot of different looks and occasions. Worn over skinny jeans, these are great every day footwear that look great with shirts and blazers for the English heritage, Equestrian look. Worn under midi length winter skirts, you get a cool 1970s look reminiscent of Faye Dunaway and Cybil Shepherd in their fashion Icon heyday. These are the sort of boots that defy categorisation, and so become a wardrobe must-have. Celebs wearing Riding boots Celebrities have been quick…
