Brrr it’s cold. I’m always cold to be fair, but this time of year reminds me that I really haven’t got any shoes (or anything else) that are suitable for winter. Ballet pumps aren’t going to cut the mustard, no matter how thick my tights are, and neither plimsoles nor Converse are quite waterproof or smart enough for anything other than a bit of a hungover wander (to the corner shop for Irn Bru and salt and vinegar Squares…).
Basically, I’m trying to give myself an excuse for the fact that I bought two pairs of boots last Friday night on the way home from work. I don’t need an excuse, but it makes me feel a little better.
The first pair are these highly-practical things from M&S
I’m not generally an M&S shopper but their Limited Collection can be surprisingly appealing…
Faux suede ankle boots complete with shearling cuff, ankle buckle and 4 inch heel. Perfect for winter(!)
The buckle and shearling combo is a bit of a winner.
Although I’d be guaranteed a trip to A&E if I decided to wear them on a frosty day.
The sole looks rather practical though doesn’t it? No? Oh well.
And, with new purchase in hand, I crossed the road to New Look, just couldn’t help myself and ended up buying these:
Suede desert boots with a 2 inch heel (which is slightly worn looking already… I’ve only had them a week but have worn them every day since then.)
Lace up ankle boots are perfect for toughening up most of my outfits without actually making me look ‘tough’ (not that looking too tough is every a worry for me… I couldn’t look tough if I tried.)
They remind me of a pair from Office that I ummmed and ahhed about for a while before deciding that they were a bit too chunky. The almond toes on these are much cuter.
Of the two, the desert boots get my vote. I’ve got a cupboard full of shoes that I don’t wear very often. The last thing I need to do is add another pair to the mix. The first are also a bit “Twiggy”. Or worse, “Dannii”. Bloody M&S advert ruining everything.
The desert boots are my new favourite obsession, and they also come in black. I might do my multiple-buys party trick and get those too. Good job I’m taking back the first pair then isn’t it?
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Hmm. I’m not an ankle-boot person, because I have the world’s most inelegant ankle, but I do quite like those second ones. But, what if it rains? Are they all right to get wet? Can you tell I know nothing about shoes?
Anyway, have you ever considered blogging your nail varnishes? I would be a devoted reader of that. I got jade OPI put on at an airport in North Carolina the other day and it’s so good I almost want to write about it on the internet, but you’re far better at style stuff than I am so I think you should do it instead.
I absolutely adore the last pair. I have a thing for stout, chunky heels.