A season to shine
’Tis the season — party season. We can’t quite believe it’s already here either, but with a cocktail in one hand and a good dress in the other, we’re nearly ready. The only thing missing is a pair of great shoes — something that will get us instantly in the mood to dance the night away. The answer? Anything high shine. From the perfect patent boots to shimmery metallic styles, Rebecca Tay showcases five shoes you’ll want to wear to every party on your festive agenda.
PASTEL PARTY Forget everything your mother may have once said about florals for spring and never wearing pink and red together. Fashion has proven that the rules went out the window ages ago. The latest example: pastels for winter. We’re loving these square-toe pumps with everything from dark denim to wool jumpsuits and more. Zara, zara.com | $79.90
SILVER STREAK On first glance, a pair of shimmery silver boots might not seem like the most practical, versatile choice of footwear, but considering they’ll add a touch of glamour to every outfit — from jeans and skirts to dresses and even a suit — they deserve a second thought, especially during the festive season, when anything plain just won’t fly. Gap, gapcanada.ca | $124.95
THE 24/7 SHOE If you’ve been searching high and low for the perfect day-to-night ankle boot, look no further than this “Sadie” tortoise patent leather pair. Not only are they the perfect colour combo for every look (black and brown, who would’ve thought?), their solid block heel means you could, in theory, go from boardroom to bar to brunch. J.Crew, jcrew.com | $238
LEGS FOR DAYS Black patent leather, lace-up details and a sky-high, 105-centimetre heel? That could only describe the sexiest shoe on the planet. Known for his sexy, strappy sandals (that are actually pretty comfortable, too), Italian designer Gianvito Rossi definitely doesn’t disappoint with these shiny pumps. Holt Renfrew, holtrenfrew.com | $1,195
LACE ‘EM UP Maybe it’s in their name, but there’s something inherently smart about a pair of oxford shoes. And while they always look great and Katharine Hepburn-esque with wide-leg trousers, this season we’re loving the unexpectedness of wearing this silver pair with an asymmetric-hem midi skirt, too. Banana Republic, bananarepublic.ca | $160