You know the story – you are looking for that perfect pair of shoes for that perfect outfit, but the high street stores just keep coming up short. Heels are too high, too chunky, and actually in general, colours are a little muted. So what’s the next step (pardon the pun) to finding that idyllic pair of shoes that combine both incredible individual style along with supreme comfort? Well the answer could very well lie in choosing vintage. Made in an era of assured quality with longevity of use in mind, the vintage shoe is far from being a cheaper option, but is more of a wise move for those who want incredible style with that unique touch.
Colour Pop wow!
The 1980’s were famous for bright colours that had no respect for matching, a look that has returned to the fashion world recently, making these shoes ahead of their time. The advantage of a vintage pair of shoes can often be the condition. Bought in an era where you often bought shoes with the sole purpose of matching a certain outfit, this means they can have minimal signs of wear, just as with these suede shoes in red and purple. With a lower heel that makes longer wearing a breeze, a coloured sole that screams designer and an overall look that is sure to make a positive style statement, they are pretty much shoe perfection. Yet, by buying vintage, these shoes come at a fraction of the cost you would expect from buying a new pair.
Quality wins out
There is no denying that leather shoes, as with many leather products, can improve with age. Not only does it provide a look that develops over time but in terms of comfort the shoe will start to adapt to your foot shape. With vintage, the advantage is that often you have cut out the middle-man as it were, meaning that the shoes are already supremely comfortable from day one. These iconic courts are a modern day office dream, exuding the professional working look. Dated to the 1960’s, the buckled look has not aged and reflects current trends perfectly. The burgundy/brown colour means they will match almost any outfit whilst still creating a bit of a shoe buzz.
Shake your glitter glamour
Vintage styling really comes into its own when it comes to more dressy shoes. From an era where glamour was king, the stunning styling and intricate detailing is a credit to its time. What is also amazing is that even when the sole or inner show signs that the shoes were formerly loved to the max – with memories of nights out dancing, happy celebrations and treasured personal times – the outer can still look pristine. Such is the case with this stunning pair of peep-toe heeled sandals. Combining the look of gold with a multi-glittered, lace over detail, every current trend is enveloped in this example of vintage shoe perfection.
What do you think of these vintage beauties? Would you invest in a pair of vintage shoes? Or do you have a pair of heels that are old enough to be ‘vintage’ from the first time round? Let me know your favourite pair of retro shoes or your top tips for vintage shopping by leaving me a comment below or tweeting me @Cassiefairy.
All these product images were provided by MelaMela.co.uk vintage store.
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