Spring Fashion Trend: The T-Strap Shoe

May 1, 2008 06:00 PM

t-strap

We’re always borrowing from some other era, and in footwear right now, the 40s-inspired T-strap is big. We’re liking it because you can wear it in the classic way—a t-strap pump—or in a thoroughly modern version, like a colored platform, like this one from Newport Newsor even a fun patent sandal like this number at Old Navy. Some suggestions on making the trend work for you:

~ Pair a traditional T-strap pump with an A line or pencil skirt, or dress shorts (especially the new high-waisted silouette). T-strap sandals and flats give you more leeway, and we especially like them with some of Spring’s feminine full skirts.

~ Keep the outfit modern with up to the minute details, like a ruffled top, bright colored dress, or chunky bangles to assure that your t-straps don’t take you into a retro costume look

~ If your ankles are thicker than you’d like, you might want to skip this trend—we never recommend a trend that highlights what is (or what you perceive to be) a trouble spot.

Pictured: Dollhouse Women’s Carole T-Strap, $44.99 at Shoes.com (word of caution: if you buy this shoe, reviews say they run small, so order one size up).

May 5, 2008 CaitlinV wrote:
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i like it!

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