From classes to internships, your footwear can quite literally make or break your day. Finding a pair of shoes that look as fabulous as they feel on your hard-working soles can seem as impossible as snagging that perfect parking spot on campus. After all, as Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City once said, “The fact is, sometimes it’s really hard to walk in a single woman’s shoes. That’s why we need really special ones now and then to make the walk a little more fun.” The structure and color of your shoes can help even the most inexperienced fashion player transform him- or herself into an expert Fashionista or Fashionisto.
This fall, it’s all about the laces, and clearly this stylish Fashionista got the memo. Her RAD red lace-up flats add a bold quality to her polished look. Flats are a great option when trekking across campus; they also keep the look casual, yet professional. A lace-up pair of flats elevates the outfit and definitely shows off her style prowess without being too showy. The red hue of the shoes also contrasts perfectly with her pink accessories, while mirroring Blair Waldorf’s infamous Parisian red dress and pink clutch combo. To this day, you may wonder if you can pull off such a tricky color pairing (which by the way, yes you can). This Fashionista demonstrates the art of perfecting footwear: be bold or go home. She completes her look with a floppy felt hat, sleeveless top, statement necklace and black skinny jeans.
How To: Overwhelmed by the variety of lace-up styles? Pick a pair of shoes that is most similar to something you already own. If you’re looking to add height, opt for a pair of lace-up heels or, if boots are more your thing, there’s a pair for you. Most importantly, wear the shoes; don’t let the shoes wear you!
