Style Stealers: One Step At A Time - Portrait Magazine, March 2010

Style Stealers: One Step at a Time
Written by: Katy (Age 22, England)

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When I do my style stealers article, I always seem to focus on a style, an occasion, but there is one item of clothing that I have wanted to feature for a long time - shoes! Shoes are not just the things you put on your feet. According to Wiki article, the average woman aged between 16-21, could own at minimum 25 pairs of shoes. And this is just an average person, I'm not even talking about the shoes fanatics! This month edition of style stealers is going to focus on 4 key trends, that is just 4 pairs of shoes you have to own!


001 - Nicky Hilton - The "Tough" Shoe

The tough look is one of my favourite looks for the season. These shoes mean attitude, with chucky heals, studs, zips, the works. Boots work really well for this look, and Nicky Has styled her's up brilliantly!

Hints and Tips: I went for a tregging (aka trouser legging) for this look, as I think the jacket is quite short, so a tregging would be just that bit thicker. However, if you do prefer leggings, make sure you get ones that are good quality, and fleece lined to keep your lovely legs nice and toasty!


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002 - Hilary Duff - The "Western" shoe:

Who doesn't love a good Cowboy boot! Western boota are going to be another of your key trends. Stick to the more subtle tones, like browns, reds, and black, rather than white, as they could look a bit cheap. Hilary's outfit really matches up well with her boots. All she needs is a stetson!

Hints and Tips: I know I keep parroting on about this, but BASICS BASICS BASICS! Her, Hilary uses a basic t-shirt as a base for her outfit. It's inexpensive and can be pulled out whenever. Also, Hilary loves her scarfs, and adds them to nearly every outfit. Another great basic to have.


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003 - Nicole Richie - The "Flat" Shoe

f you are like me, the thought of getting in a massive pair of heals terrifys you! Well, worry no more, as the flat is in. The falt works well in any style of shoe, including boots. If your not from the "Ugg" generation, then a pair of ballet flats, just like Nicole's, are perfection.

Hints and Tips: If you find it hard wearing a flat shoe, for instance if it keeps slipping off at the heel, then try a pair of flats with an elasticated back. Or try these Gel heel liners.


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004 - Whitney Port - The "Nude" Shoe

It's time to bare all in the foot department, as nude tone shoes are in! They are all over the red carpet, and whats more they go with every kind of outfit. The nude look is usually a peach beige tone, but I have gone for a slightly greyer tone, as I loved Whitney's outfit!

Hints and Tips: If you do prefer a more peach version of the nude shoe, then my favourite at the moment are these Dollhouse peep toe boots, these trend combining Delia Ballet Flats, and these Suede heels from Nine West, which would work fantastic with Whitney's outfit too!