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Clarks and Liberty Arts Prints – they’re back!
One of my favourite collaborations last year was the one between Clarks shoes and Liberty Arts prints. The coming together of two classic British brands was a major success, combining the exquisite retro prints from Liberty, with Clarks great and durable design. Well, the great news is that a new collection has just been launched, with the emphasis very much on the court shoe. There are two major designs currently, the peep toe and the suede full court shoe. Each has a mid height heel, making them perfect as a very stylish work shoe, and there are both patent leather and suede designs available. Also in the collection are a…
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Clarks Spring/Summer 2013 Preview
One of my favourite press days this season has to be the one held by Clarks. The shoe giants provided a masterclass in how to produce classic yet fashionable styles, in a sumptuous range of summer brights. In addition, they also gave us a fascinating history lesson by including vintage shoes from past Clarks collections alongside the newest range to show how designs from the archives continue to influence modern shoe styles. And the influence was certainly there for all to see. From the metallic tipped stiletto slingbacks that screamed 1980s and Diana, Princess of Wales, whilst rainbow bright platform wedges were an eclectic look back to the 1970s. The…