So it seems to me that I write about footwear more than anything else on here which is strange because I never thought of myself as one of those ’shoe girls’ who talk nothing more than choo’s and blahniks. But hey, here I am chatting again about shoes.
However these aren’t necessarily shoes which I particularly want, more of a trend I’ve noticed. The trend? ‘Experimental’ footwear. Footwear to frighten, repulse and seduce and footwear that seems to defy the laws of physics. Such examples as Nina Ricci (fall 09)
and D&G
The Nina Ricci shoes I adore. Not so much the second couple (where they shoes incorporate heels which don’t meet the ground) but the first pair as the shape is so elegant and edgy. I love the shape and style of the shoe itself and the fact that it doesn’t have a heel adds to the appeal as a quirky design feature.
I find the D&G shoe ridiculous as they are fairly boring as designer shoes go but have, in all honesty, a really fucking stupid design feature which I bet you wouldn’t even notice if your foot was in the shoe (except obviously the PAIN you would be feeling – can you imagine?!). I find the ‘experimentation’ of these shoes completely unnecessary except to cause mortal injury to the wearer.
I would love to find out about more shoes whereby the fundamental design had been altered. Shoe shapes and styles have been explored fairly completely within their basic shape and now designers seem to be attempting to explore the shoe in a brand new way. Not even adhering to the codes and conditions which were believed to be scientifically necessary! I think if this trend really takes off, it could be fascinating to see the direction it takes.
Please let me know of any other shoes which experiment in this way – I would love to see more!
