Shoe trends for spring 2008

Shoe trends this spring don't look very pretty. I mean ‘pretty' is not the word to describe these edgy, bold looks the footwear has been given. Of course, you still get to wear last season's patent, metallics, exotic leather, platforms, cone heels and ballerina flats.

Along with those, spring 2008 trends have a lot to offer: the peep-toe bootie or the oxford-sandal is the new must have. The wedge shoe is back and is higher than ever. Color-block and fabric printed shoes match the season's palette and for warrior looks what's more suited than a pair of gladiator boots?

Enjoy!

1. The shoe-boot reinvented

reinvented shoe boot

Left to right: Peter Som, Alessandro Dell´Acqua, Viktor&Rolf, Gucci.
Second row: Givenchy, Chanel, Chloé and Dolce&Gabbana.

2. Color block and printed shoes

Color block and printed shoes

Left to right: Dolce&Gabbana, Dries van Noten, Prada.
Second row: Thakoon, Valentino and Dolce&Gabbana.

3. Armour shoes

Chains, spikes and studs:

Armour shoes

Fendi, Rodarte and Missoni.

Gladiator boots:

gladiator boots

Balenciaga, D&G and Givenchy.

4. Wedges

"Gheisha" look multi-straps sandals:

Strap wedge sandals

Alessandro Dell´Acqua, Alberta Ferretti and Phillip Lim.

White oxford wedge shoes:

white oxford wedge shoes Calvin Klein, Chanel and Michael Kors.
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