Pointy Shoe Contortionist act

The pointy shoe trend started by King Henry II ,the king of England in the mid 1100's. He wanted to hide his deformed feet. 

Yes, "deformed" feet. Not everyone else has the pointy foot look. It isn't natural to squeeze your toes into a triangular hole when feet are more of a rounded shape.

In the 80s ladies wore the pointed heels to work. The trend took off causing foot problems such as bunions and crushed toes. To be wearing the shoes all day everyday would take a tole on your feet.

http://users.powernet.co.uk/wingett/History1.htm 

Above link is to a timeline of pointy/high heel shoes.

 It's interesting to think how influential a king or queen can be to fashion. Just because a powerful person  or celerity suites one type of fashion i.e. King Henry II and point shaped shoes, doesn't mean everyone else will also look the best in them. 

Everyone has different shaped feet so would fit different type of shoes. I'd rather protect my feet and wear rounded toe footwear. The very uncomfortable point puts pressure on toes and to me is really unappealing. 

Maybe nearly everyone wears them because magazines like Vogue feature them heavily in issues. Don't they realize how bad they are for your feet?

The left is how a foot is squeezed into a pointed shoe

The pointed stiletto is predominately feminine and boosts confidence. They make a foot appear a different shape. (More thin and longer) Duh! They do make your feet look different shape however, not natural looking and pointy. No normal average foot is triangle. You can easily get the same confidence boost with a rounder fronted heel. Or am I missing a point?   

Not only heels are pointy these days, even flat shoes to boots have a point on the front. Thankfully you can buy footwear with rounded toe part too but, they are less common for heels. That's what I've discovered anyway. You might like the pointy style, but think of your foot health. At least don't go out in them everyday, give your feet a rest from the point style every few days.

I find this trend painful, unnatural, awkward looking, pressure on the toes and ridiculous. Yeah, to me they are ridiculous as the feet get really badly distorted and squeezed when a foot is a precious part of the body that you can't take for granted. 

 Nearly everyone uses THEIR FEET everyday and to put them into gross positions almost like your toes are doing a contortionist act in your shoe, is to me ridiculous. 

Styling Skater Skirts

Skater skirts are so much fun! And for 2014, they got even more funner! (Yes, 'funner' is a word!) Because they are so tight, any shirt looks good with them, and you know, they just scream 'girly!' Styling them in 2014 has become simple yet defined. Below are some looks.

Denim has become a trend in the skater skirt. They are simple yet can be styled in so many ways.

Accessories do matter when styling this look, believe it or not! Shoulder bags are great! A necklace works well. Try to play around a bit when styling your skater skirt! Adding just one piece to your look can freshen things up a bit!

You may want to consider wearing a Utilitarian shirt with your skirt; as in the gray shirt on the right.

Darker coloured skirts or denim have really shown up around the skater skirt 'trend-line' recently. Also, for Skater Dresses, lace has become trending as well!

The Skater Skirt Look List for 2014
-Style solids with prints for a bold look!
-A bun in your hair is a great look with the skater skirt. 
-Pair some simple boots with your skater skirt.
-The right pair of sunglasses can be added. 

 Remember for that fun, fresh look, a solid colour should be worn with a print, especially for 2014. Have fun styling this cute and girly look! :)

Is Velvet Making a Come Back?

A while ago, I saw a girl wearing a velvet dress. She paired it with black tights and black boots, which are trending big-time right now! Not sure if velvet was making a come back or becoming a trend again, I decided I would do some research!

For 2014, velvet can be worn modernly just as that beautiful girl had styled that dress. It was a simple outfit and looked very 'fresh' and 'new.'

Below are some ways velvet dresses can be worn today! 

These dresses are so beautiful and are so very versatile. 

Other ways to wear velvet garments:

These are great for the upcoming winter to spring transition. The velvet shorts add so much and add an extra touch to that tan, light-fitted sweater. A floral blouse peaking out under the sweater just assures us all that spring is for surely on it's way! ✿

Boots have been a huge trend in the recent months and not just because of the autumn and winter. The versatility of them lets you add them to any outfit and shows off a twist of comfort and vintage style. Maybe try to pair a velvet boot with an outfit to add creativity. Both of the pictures above show a side of vintage style as well. 

As I see it, velvet today will not hit the fashion market widespread. Searching on internet, there wasn't much to find for modern fashion. If you feel otherwise about velvet becoming a trend again, don't be shy about commenting! If you want to wear velvet, it will provide a look of vintage style. You will have to put the outfit together yourself though with pieces as there aren't many choices for velvet these days. Making it into modern style is all on you! 

Now, for some red velvet cake...