Showing posts with label Wedding shoes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding shoes. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Perfect Shoes For Your Honeymoon
For those of you who made it to see me at The National Wedding Shows recently, or have seen the videos from it on Bride de Force, you may recall Nicole Smallwood, who hosted the main stage. Fabulous Nicole, fashion stylist to the stars, has just launched a new shoe collection with Upper Street and her collection is just so honeymoon wardrobe perfect I had to share it with you all.
Her fabulous collection, Miami Days and Miami Nights, takes everything that I am loving this season, delicious sugary colours combined with metallics as well as embracing the glamour, allure and confidence of Miami women.
With the options in the collection of skyscraper heels or pretty ballet pumps there are shoes to suit all occasions on your honeymoon. It is just tricky narrowing down which ones you like most.
Nicole says “I am so excited to be back working with Upper Street. This collection hits all the key style notes and there is a look to suit every mood and occasion. You can relax in pastels or go bold with metallics and brights.’
Styles are available in UK sizes 34-44 in standard fit with prices from £130-£160 for a ballet flat and £180 for heels. Shoes can be customised in different colours, materials and heel heights with prices on request from Upper Street.
Friday, March 21, 2014
Freya Rose's Bridesmaid Shoe Collection
Are you looking for the perfect Bridesmaid shoes? And something that will double up as an amazing gift for your closest girls?
Freya Rose has launched the most amazing collection of Bridesmaid shoes. Available in three fabulous colours (pink blush, navy and champagne metallic). I think you may be tempted to get a pair for yourself too! I surely am!
They would also make a great treat for the 'Mother of the Bride'.
The 'Eva' Shoes are priced at £165 and available from Freya Rose.
Freya Rose has launched the most amazing collection of Bridesmaid shoes. Available in three fabulous colours (pink blush, navy and champagne metallic). I think you may be tempted to get a pair for yourself too! I surely am!
Friday, June 28, 2013
'Get The Look For Less' - Wedding Shoes
... If I was to get married again (to the same man of course!) these amazing Freya Rose shoes would definitely be my number one choice.
... But, if I had to keep within a budget these New Look shoes could be embellished to create a similar look.
Freya Rose Tahiti Lace shoes £345.00 / New Look Ivory Lace Peep Toe Bridal Shoes £24.99
Monday, April 29, 2013
Interview with Upper Street Owner - Julia Grinham
I’ve always wanted to have my own business from a very early age and laughably used to daydream about rushing around with a briefcase on route to very important meetings. I took a Business Studies degree and chose to start my career in the corporate world to give myself a good foundation to build from. I then spent several years running consumer websites and then my own internet consultancy before launching Upper Street with my sister Katy. Today I am lucky enough to combine my business skills with my undying passion for shoes. I’m living out my childhood dream although I’ve substituted the briefcase for a gorgeous March Jacobs handbag these days.
The idea for Upper Street really came about from my sister Katy’s shopping frustrations. Katy was getting married and wasted hours trawling the High Street and internet looking for her perfect wedding shoes. Just on the fringe of a total bridezilla flip out, her dress designer brought out her magic wand and introduced Katy to a Hong Kong shoemaker who could create her a bespoke pair.
If I had to pick one person I’d probably say Nicolas Kirkwood. He creates the most amazing statement shoes. I especially love the use of graphic prints in this season’s collection. This has really inspired me to get some Upper Street shoes made up in an unusual print, which we are always happy to do as a special order for our customers.
Our customers range from the shoe-obsessed who are now coming back for their umpteenth pair, to brides searching for something unique for their big day. In offering sizes from UK 1.5 to 10, we also attract a large number of women with large or small feet who are being dreadfully underserved by the High Street. Women react with so much desire and emotion with shoes. For our customers it’s a really special experience to receive the beautiful handmade shoes that they have actually designed themselves. It makes them feel really amazing.
Vivienne Westwood. She’s a real bastion of British style and a total legend in the fashion business. Her designs are so irreverent and quirky, yet she knows exactly how flatter a woman’s body. I also love the fact that she has managed to maintain her independence as a luxury fashion label.
Our studio "The Shoe Lounge" is on the first floor of my home in the Islington area of London. This is a unique place where customers can come and try on shoes and design in a comfortable environment. Our shoe stylists are on hand to show customers the materials and help them create the shoes of their dreams. As one customer called it, “shoe nirvana”.
I’m no designer (our amazing designer Rosa creates our range) but I do love fashion and am a meticulous wardrobe planner. I’ve always been a big fan of colour and draw inspiration from the catwalk for the colours that will be big for the upcoming season. I then use our iPad app to create a standout shoe that no one else has. I do often get a second opinion from Lizzie, our Customer Relations Manager. She’s a real pro at helping me choose which designs work best with my wardrobe and I have to admit she’s been the creative force behind some of my most treasured creations!
Every bride deserves to feel totally special on her big day. No one wants a cookie cutter wedding and that goes for everything right down to the shoes that are going to walk you down the aisle. We’ve helped brides design red shoes to match their flowers, ivory shoes with special blue bridal insole for a unique way to incorporate something blue, we’ve even designed shoes in animal print for a bride who was getting married in a zoo! Whatever you choose to wear, you’ll want to experience your first steps into the next phase of your life in shoes that are perfect for you.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
New Look Launches New Bridal Range
The Great British High Street strikes again with the launch of New Look's new bridal range. They have embraced the gap in the market for high-end style at a fraction of the cost, no doubt putting a smile on the faces of many budget restricted brides.
Wedding Dresses are yet to feature amongst their collection but brides wishing to accessorise their gowns can do so with New Look shoes, tiaras, head pieces and bags. My favourites include their simple lace shoes (priced at £24.99), which could be perfectly accessorised some shoe clips, and their floral hair slide (priced at £9.99).
Speaking about the latest addition, a New Look spokesman said: "Our bridal shoe collection provides a range of satin, lace, and delicate bows, sat back with pretty embellishment, beading and pearls, at great value for every customer."
I love the way they have designed the entire collection to compliment each other too - so you can match your hair slide to the detail on your shoes in order to complete the perfect bridal outfit.
With the Store's fantastic history of designer collaborations perhaps a new range of Wedding Dresses is next on their agenda? We can but hope...
Speaking about the latest addition, a New Look spokesman said: "Our bridal shoe collection provides a range of satin, lace, and delicate bows, sat back with pretty embellishment, beading and pearls, at great value for every customer."
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
An Exquisite Evening of What’s to Come for 2013’s Bridal Couture
In the grandeur depths of the stunning newly renovated Savoy Hotel, The Couture Gallery designer Britta Kjerkegaard, couture shoe brand Freya Rose and Conde Nast Brides Magazine teamed together to launch Britta’s latest couture collection; it was a beautiful serene evening of champagne, canapés and a catwalk show.
As the show started, it was clear that the collection was inspired by the female silhouette, beautiful colours and luxurious materials, and that Britta creates her couture gowns from a place of true passion. She builds the collections combining her Scandinavian heritage of clean lines and sublime craftsmanship with a natural love of delicate laces, sumptuous silks and intricate embellishments, achieving a signature look of timeless elegance with a sense of drama. All elements of design, which were seen as her new collection floated, down the catwalk. The show left everyone in complete awe of Britta’s amazing attention to detail and her ability to use material to sculpt the female body in long and short Bridal couture.
Shoe designer Freya Rose was at the show, to watch her beautiful shoes walk the runway, and to showcase a collection of her latest designs, including a hand embroidered lace sling back shoe made from vintage Parisian lace.
Britta & Freya, both London based designers, pride themselves in the service their teams offer. Both designers have in house atelier and workshops, enabling flexibility in the creative process and the highest standard of work.
Written by guest blogger: Libby Collins.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
25% Discount For You All - from Freya Rose
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Friday, September 14, 2012
Interview with Shoe Designer - Freya Rose
FREYA ROSE
My history/training...I grew up with my Mother who is a Jewellery designer and she was a massive influence on my decision to become a designer. Growing up in a creative family translates down and I knew it was something that I would love. I grew up appreciating intrinsic design and craftsmanship as every piece of jewellery she made by hand in her work shop. I studied footwear at The London College of Fashion, graduating in 2003 with a first class honors degree. From there I went on to hone my design skills whilst working for many other designers including Gina and designing for many popular high street stores. 4 years ago I went solo and started ‘Freya Rose’ and have never looked back.
I did an Art Foundation Course and particularly enjoyed Fashion Textiles and Sculpture. When looking at courses at LCF, I saw Shoe/Accessory Design and I knew it was for me. As I said above, my Mother’s creativity was probably my first inspiration, but as I grew up I was inspired by all things around me, and knew a design course was going to be perfect.
EVERYTHING!! My latest collections have taken inspiration from nature and period clothing (to name a few) but I am fortunate to have a job that I absolutely love, a beautiful son and a fast paced London life where I’m constantly meeting creative people and visiting beautiful and interesting places. Inspiration comes to me every day in all shapes and sizes, there isn’t one specific thing… inspiration is everywhere, you just have to open your eyes to it and I make sure I take a pad with me everywhere I go. I am never short of designs.
A wide varied clientele. Because of our customization service, our clients are able to create their perfect shoes. We have women of all ages and nationalities coming to our showroom to discuss options and work on ideas. Our clients appreciate quality and intrinsic design. They also love the service and attention that is provided every step of the way.
Roger Vivier (Circa 1950’s) and Alice Temperly are among a few… my list is endless!
Located at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London. I have a showroom, separate office and stockroom there. We have recently renovated our showroom and we love it… it’s very dramatic!
Nature. Our recent collection named ‘The Enchanted Collection’ is reminiscent of the magical stories and colourful wonders found in a fairytale garden. Inspired by fresh dew sparkling in the sunlight, wild flowers gently swaying in the wind and the delicate flutter of fairy wings, this collection has been created in order for a bride to create her very own fairytale experience. The collection incorporates delicate crystal, gold chain with silk organza and couture silk flowers hand painted in gold leaf.
Every bride should...
Start a scrapbook as soon as they get engaged in order to have a place to keep anything that inspires them. It also allows them to start getting creative. Cherish the whole experience from the day you start planning to the day you get married. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. Make the most of it and enjoy every second!
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