Five Footwear Trends for 2015

Earlier this month I spent some time browsing the seemingly endless selection of footwear vendors at FNPlatform in Las Vegas. As a self-professed shoe addict, it's one of the elements of the trade show season that I most enjoy. What better way to spend a day scouting emerging trends, photographing my favorite shoes, and meeting with brand reps. After visiting a few booths and reviewing hundreds of photos, five strong trends for 2015 have emerged. Let's take a closer look at my favorites. 

1. Petal to the metal. 
High shine metallics made a showing on sandals, boots, and delicate heels. I spotted crackled textures, sleek shine, and even hologram effects. Clockwise, from top left: Michael Antonio, Diba True, Schutz, and Elly Clay.



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2. Python prints. 
Snake-inspired textures slithered onto a wide variety of women's footwear from high heels to espadrilles, and for 2015, they come in an array of unexpected colors. Clockwise from top left: Diba True, Michael Antonio, Michael Antonio, and Miucha.



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3. Modern mules. 
That '90s staple, the mule, continues into 2015 with new colors and textures. Block heels update the silhouette, while cutout effects and buckles add further interest. Clockwise from top left: Carrano, Cristófoli, Michael Antonio, and Cristófoli. 



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4. Cut it out. 
Almost every booth I visited seemed to feature laser cuts and cutout effects on open-toed styles. Combined with buckles, lace-up styling, or zips, they make for shoes that are bound to be the focus of an outfit. Clockwise from top left: Stéphanie Classic, Diba True, Miucha, and Carrano. 



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5. Electric slides. 
Who says comfort sandals can't be cute? The footbed sandal trend ignited by Phoebe Philo and many others gets an update for 2015 with new prints and embellishments. Clockwise from top left: Schutz, Cristófoli, Carrano, and Cristófoli.  



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**For more 2015 shoe trends, see my spring and fall 2015 footwear trend report.

See the Altuzarra for Target Lookbook

If you've been waiting with bated breath to see first glimpses of the Altuzarra for Target lookbook, then today's your day. About a month in advance of the September 14, 2014 debut, images of the 50-piece collection have just been released by Harper's Bazaar in conjunction with a preview party hosted by a radiant Garance Doré in New York. 

How to describe the collection? It's a twist of boho with a healthy dose of sex appeal. True to Altuzarra's sleek signature style, the textures appear rich, with embroidered details and digital printing. Much more sophisticated than previous Target collaborations, this one's sure to appeal to chic ladies and boardroom babes looking to amp up their wardrobes with thigh-slit pencil skirts, low-cut gowns, pretty python prints, tailored blazers, and killer high-heeled footwear. Good news for your wallet and for international buyers: prices range from $18 to $90, and items will also be available on net-a-porter. 




Have a look at my other blog The Key To Chic to see how ten looks from the Altuzarra for Target lookbook compare to recent Altuzarra runway looks. The similarities will amaze you!

Follow me on Twitter for up-to-the-minute #AltuzarraforTarget updates and expert shopping tips on how to score all the pieces you want with no hassle.  

P.S. I've been shopping Target's collaborations for many years, and I'll be sharing all my tips and tricks to help you score your favorites! Happy shopping!

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