One girl, one month and thirty pairs of shoes.
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DAY TWENTY SIX
DAY TWENTY SIX: Grey, white and green paint-splatter espadrilles, Topshop
Firstly, I once again apologise for posting late. I didn’t get home until about 2:30am last night after flying back from my work trip. By that time, all I could do was kick off my shoes and fall into bed after a 22 hour day. Ouch. Anyway, on with the shoes. Oh look, another pair of espadrilles, I told you I was having a moment, didn’t I?
I bought these in Topshop on the same day as the gold woven leather sandals from Day 25. I dithered about which colour to get them in before eventually settling on the grey pair. Espadrilles were a good choice for my long day - we were up early shooting our final story before a short break and then packing up to make our flight. These are still a little tight on top but the canvas will soon give and after that, I have a feeling they won’t be leaving my feet much!
Worn with : Denim shorts, Zara; ‘Peace’ vest, Zadig & Voltaire; Green cropped parka jacket, River Island; Studded belt, Gap. Not pictured: Floral printed bag, Gap.
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DAY SEVENTEEN
DAY SEVENTEEN: Black canvas Chuck Taylor All-Stars, Converse
It’s another chilly day in London and with the clouds looking distinctly like they might open and pour, I figured that practicality would have to take priority today so out comes yet another pair of trusty Converse. I bought these recently to replace my original pair that saw me through university and beyond as they were covered in paint and riddled with holes. This pair have fallen apart far more quickly, with the rubber trim hanging off and the backs have already worn through inside. Hmm.
Worn with: Black skinny jeans, Topshop; X-ray print studded tee, Zara; Black and sequin waistcoat, Toki & Nabi; UFO scarf (just seen), Topshop Unique. Not pictured: Grey leather biker, Topshop; Grey leather bag, Jaeger
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DAY THIRTEEN
DAY THIRTEEN: Camouflage canvas ballet pumps, Primark (2007)
Sorry for the delay in posting again, it’s my boyfriend’s birthday on Monday so I had to make my way to Westfield today to finish my present buying. Going to Westfield on Saturdays is a bit like going to war, so in honour of the battle wounds that I would (and did) collect, today I decided on my camouflage ballet pumps from Primark. I originally bought these for a friend’s army themed party where everyone had to wear some form of the pattern to gain entry. As I was heading there straight from work, my old cargo trousers and tees would’ve probably got me weird looks on the tube so these shoes seemed like a good compromise. I hadn’t worn them since but as they’re a dark pattern, they pass by most people unnoticed, except my friend Owen who seemed to like them.
Worn with: Black Baxter jeans, Topshop; White oversize triangle-print vest, Aqua. Not pictured: Grey and black oversized cardigan, Gap; Grey leather bag, Jaeger; Game face.
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DAY TWELVE
DAY TWELVE: White canvas slip-ons, Converse (2001 Limited Edition)
Apologies for the delay in posting today, it’s been a crazy day which started with my handbag breaking just as I got too far from my house to go back and change it.
Anyway, HURRAH it’s Friday so I’m going casual and busting out the Converse again. I bought these while I was still at school and they come out every summer. I didn’t have a chance to wash them before I threw them so they look at bit like they’ve been through the wars. You probably can’t see it very clearly in the picture but they have a red and white swirly floral print that runs along the rubber trim - that coupled with the fact that they’re slip-on rather than the standard lace up style sold them to me all those years ago.
Worn with: Blue skinny jeans, Miss Selfridge; Polka dot vest, H&M; Grey vest, American Apparel; Leopard cardigan, Pure Collection. Not pictured: Grey leather trophy biker, Topshop; Spoon necklace, Aqua; UFO scarf, Topshop Unique; Broken leather saddle bag, Prada.
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DAY TEN
DAY TEN: White canvas plimsolls, Primark (2008)
As I’m going to be spending this afternoon running around press days followed by an event this evening, I need some comfy shoes to pound those pavements. My toes are feeling the burn from yesterday’s pair of pumps so softness was a key factor in choosing these plimsolls as today’s pair. Of course, running around town means that by the end of the day these’ll be more grey than white but you can’t have it all. These are another Primark find, one that I liked so much that I rushed out and bought a second pair as there’s always one set in the wash - these were fresh out this morning and as you can see, they’re already looking a little dirty. Oh well.
Worn with: Blue vintage wash Baxter jeans, Topshop; White slubby tee, Asos. Not pictured: Grey blazer, Topshop; UFO print scarf, Topshop Unique; Navy leather bag, Marni;
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DAY SEVEN
DAY SEVEN: Grey canvas Chuck Taylor All-Stars, Converse
Everyone loves a good pair of Converse, including me. I think I own about 15 pairs in various colours and designs, so you’ll probably see quite a few pairs on here, especially on weekend posts. Today, I did a mad dash around Westfield and then the supermarket in preparation of barbequeing again, so I pulled out one of my trusty grey pairs. They’re battered to kingdom come and the entire insides have worn away on the heel so I have to wear them with socks but I love them and can’t bring myself to chuck (pardon the pun) them away.
When I was at university and before the advent of ballet pumps, Converse were pretty much all I wore so they hold a special place in my heart and indeed, shoe collection. One of the best places to buy them is definitely Office, which has one of the biggest variations in terms of style and colour, as well as often having exclusive designs - I’ve got the leopard print pair firmly in my sights.
Worn with: Black ‘Baxter’ jeans, Topshop; Grey and navy stripe jumper, Boden. Not pictured: Green parka-style jacket, River Island; Grey/green studded bag, Max C
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DAY THREE
DAY THREE: Red coated canvas Mary-Janes, Topshop (2009)
I’m busting out of monochrome and embracing a little colour on this sunny, sunny day. These shoes were an impulse purchase by my mother, who then lost the receipt when she was going to return them so I took them off her hands. This is actually the first time that I’ve worn them as the backs were a little stiff and they felt a little tight but as I’ve been walking around today they’ve thankfully loosened up a little bit. I’m always weary of styles with straps as my legs are pretty curvy but I there’s something kind of charming and Marni-esque about these, they remind me of the Start-Rites I used to wear to school.
Worn with: Red and white micro-stripe tee and black tube skirt, both New Look; black opaques, Wolford. Not pictured: Grey blazer, Topshop; Black cardigan, Gap; Black scarf, unknown; Grey leather bag, Jaeger.
