How to wear metallic shoes
Its nownot enough to bag a pair of this seasons must-have shoes (still Gucci loafers in all their guises, in case you were wondering) in a sensible, go-with-anything colour.Now It shoes must sing out in in gaudy metallics or with bonus embellishment.
One might easily step a toe out of line in these precarious fashion situations, so we looked to the street stylers of Paris Haute Couture SS16 Fashion Week to lay down the basicrules.
Pop a panel on broguesRather than stride out straight away in a pair of bobby dazzlers, tread carefully in a pair of practical brogues that happen to boast a metallic accent or panel.These shiny lace-ups will fit neatly into your wardrobe, and can be worn with anything, as demonstrated by Alexandra Golovanoff.
Clockwise from left:Compact bing trouser, £185, Joseph; Long blazer, £49.99, Zara; Thela mini bag, £395, Meli Melo; London Rebel Tori brogues, £22, ASOS
Show your bootyStonewashed denim jeans make the perfect canvas for loud and proud accents, as shown by Brazilian blogger Helena Bordon, who used her strides as the backdrop to her silver boots and leopard print coat.Opt for denim cut-offs or roll up the hemline, like Bordon, so your boots take centre stage.
Clockwise from left:MOTO Bleach rip Mom jeans, £42, Topshop; Cindy jacket, £475, Shrimps; Small Kite tote, £745, Mulberry; Betty boots, £35, Topshop
Step outside the boxWhy stick to gold and silver, when there are a rainbow of metallics on offer?Try contrasting your quirky colour choice with an alternativehue, like this tangy yellow and khaki combo.
Clockwise from left:Equipment cotton chambray shirt, £255, Net-a-Porter; Tweed jacquard cigarette trousers,£98, Jigsaw; Melana coat, £275, Reiss; Metallic crossover sandal, £380, Gucci
Pare your outfit downIf the majority of your wardrobe is black or navy, fret not about becoming a zany character just to tap into this trend.Use metallic footwear as a way to punctuate monotone looks and help you stand out in the boardroom.
Clockwise from left:Belted D-ring coat, £135, Warehouse; Mini Trunk, £375, Aspinal; Flora jersey dress, £95, Whistles; Juno soft glove shoes, £59, Topshop