Winter Essentials

Other than a super warm coat, a black boot is a definite winter essential. Although I have a fair amount of boots already/shoes in general, I couldn't go past these gems! You can wear boots all year round so I don't feel too guilty about adding a few more to my collection. heh.

If you know me, you would know that I am a passionate vegan, so winning - these shoes are synthetic! I was tossing up between two colours for the faux suede boot as it came in a really nice tan, and now I am second guessing my decision! First world problems.

Deetz;

Justice Buckle Boot - Rubi Shoes $59.95 here

Gossip Dress Boot - Rubi Shoes $25 here

Black Elastic Boot - Kmart $29 ( Cannot believe this find!)

More Deetz;

Kmart Elastic Boot

10 cm Heel / 2 cm Platform

Pros;

Grip!

Chunky heel 

Water resistant

Everyday height

Affordable

Easy to put on

*Snug fit

Justice Buckle Boot 

9.5 cm Heel

Pros;

Super comfy

Solid heel

On trend

Water Resistant

Synthetic

Everyday height

Side zip

Cons;

Creases easily

Minimal grip

Gossip Dress Boot

8.5 cm Heel

Pros;

Comfy

Suede Look

Chunky Heel

Synthetic

Everyday height

Cons;

No water resistance

Minimal grip

I also had a little helper today, what a cutie!

Betts

New shoes for only $29.99, win

Betts Flash, get them here

Kmart, I love you

If you've been reading this, then I'm sure by now you must know that I have a little love for shoes... and Kmart. They mix so well together because Kmart always has fashionable and comfortable footwear, that is ridiculously cheap. 

I had to go up a size in the wedges (right) as the vamp was quite stiff and tight. Both shoes are extremely light and stable. The sandals (left) have no grip, so you need to be careful on slippery surfaces... almost found out the hard way. The wedges however have a rubber sole (lifesaver!) both neutral colours are perfect in my summer wardrobe! I actually spotted these exact sandals in another store for over $50, so winning!

Kmart Sandals - $12

Kmart Wedges - $15

What is your go to summer shoe?

The little things she needs

Yet another shoe purchase post, these look amazing on the foot and are one of the top contenders for my favourite basic shoe. These look great with cropped jeans and a plain tee, love love love

They are a little crumpled from being shoved in my suitcase along with my other purchases in Bali!

Shoes - The little things she needs, $36
Purchased in Kuta Square

Website here

I'm Back! With shoes - The Fisherman Sandal

I had a busy busy year, finishing my costumes, putting on a final show and graduating my course, but I'm back and ready to post! 

I got these at a warehouse sale I often work at, which in the end as it was so quiet, nothing was over $25. To begin with I hated the fisherman sandal trend, I thought it was extremely unattractive, but after seeing an open toe version and trying them on I instantly melted, they were so comfortable. I thought, these are amazing, why not! ... and now I'm super cool and on trend... haha.

INNIU Shoes - Narda

INNIU shoes - Sonny 

INNIU shoes - Singha

INNIU Shoes - Amrita

INNIU Shoes - Sonny 

What do you think about this trend? Super cute or super no?

On Trend - Studded Boots

For those of you who have seen my Instagram @mikaelahofman, you may have already seen these babies! Everyone has mixed feelings about these, but I love them! The pointed toe, studs and stiletto heel are super on trend, I've only had one friend who has said she actually likes them, whaaaat! 

 Inniu Tryst - $109.95 

Snapped up in a warehouse sale for $35, winning.

They are quite high with no platform, but feel sturdy enough to walk with, the heel is super thin and the sole feels rounded so makes it a little unstable. Due to the pointed toe, I had to go up a size; All in all these are reasonably comfortable for their size! As they are made from synthetic materials, you can already see some creases around the movement of the foot, but the studs act as a distraction so no big deal here! This style is amazing for short people like me, actually makes me look like I have legs

What do you think about this trend?

DIY Galaxy Converse

As promised, here is the finished product of my sisters converse! I really want to keep them, they turned out much better than the earlier version as the shoe is canvas and gives off a nicer finish. Might have to invest in doing some of these for myself! After a lot of thought I decided on the white laces.

Before

Steps

Finished

 Note: You might be able to tell that the rubber sole came out much cleaner, whiter and looking almost brand new! How I did this? Toothpaste and an old brush or scrubber. WIN