High Street Hits: Bootie Call

My little feet have been rather chilly this week and I've been craving something a little warmer than my usual footwear. I have a bit of an aesthetic weakness for short boots, especially perhaps classic lace up Victorian influenced styles. Whilst some of these ankle boots might be a teensy bit more practical than others they're all rather gorgeous and would be a joy to wear to brighten up Autumnal outfits.  

1. Pink Floral Print Ankle Boots, £65 River Island
2. Pewter Ankle Boot, was £49.50 now £35 Wallis
3. Austin Ankle Boots, £50 ASOS

4. Nonag, £99 Bertie
5. Leon Wedge Boot, £69 Monsoon
6. Elegant, £74.95 China Girl at Nelly

7. Light Beam, £89.99 Clarks
8. Amber Stud Strap Zip Boots, £88 Topshop
9. Rosana- Victorian Lace Up Brogue Boot , £110 Dune

Down in the Garden: Bertie SS12

As much as I love flowers, wouldn't it be amazingly fun to have a garden which grew shoes? I've already shown you my snapshots of Dune SS12 and Bertie was another label shown at the amazing Dune Group Secret Garden Party themed press day. This area had a more cosy homely feel inspired by the humble garden shed and vegetable patch.
These shoes have that satisfying countryside feel to them as well as a sense of quirky fun that also works perfectly when rocked in the city. I'm a huge fan of the deliciously chunky heels and satchel bag, adorable little lace ups and androgynous but cute loafers for casual days and the elegant T-bar straps to be dressed up or down as you wish.
Inspiration wise we have Blocking the Way influenced by the bold colours of the 60s, Coachella the music festival of the Californian desert with shoes featuring Native American detailing and Aztec prints and Memories of Summer with shoes invoking memories of carefree childhood hours.