Just being able to order practically whatever you want in a few simple clicks is one of the wonders of 21st century life; however, what guidelines should you follow when it comes to shopping for womens shoes on the internet.

The first thing that will spring to mind when shopping online is that you cannot try the items on like you can in a physical store. It is for this reason that is it recommended that you only buy the type of shoes that you are accustomed too. There is no point in purchasing a pair of shoes with massive heels if you are unsure whether or not you can walk in them; similarly it is unwise to buy shoes that are narrow if there is the slightest chance that they will hurt.

Furthermore, do not always go for the cheapest option. There will usually be a reason that certain types of shoes are so inexpensive and it is usually down to the fact that they will be uncomfortable to wear. This is also a hazard to look out for when shopping online as you won’t be able to feel that material to ascertain whether it will be uncomfortable or not; you generally get what you pay for when it comes to womens shoes. Indeed, following on from an earlier point, you should try and keep to the designer and brand that you are used to wearing instead of opting for something completely new. Not being able to try the shoe on or feel the material from which it is made from are certainly negatives in terms of shoe shopping online but if you stick to what you know and only buy shoes that you know will be comfortable for you and fit at the same time then there is nothing better than buying a new pair of shoes in literally a few minutes.

24 year old model Kangna Ranaut is more used to walking catwalks than offering opinions on the style and fashion sense of others however she recently admitted that, with a few exceptions, by and large the fashion scene in Bollywood is inherently lacking.

Ranaut revealed that she believes Sonam Kapoor to be the ultimate icon in style however when questioned about Bollywood as a whole, the model who has walked for Shantanu Goenka, admitted that the ‘style quotient’ in Bollywood just isn’t there and, aside from the likes of Kapoor and Priyanka, iconic fashion diva’s just don’t exist.

Ranaut was speaking after walking the catwalk for the designer Shantanu Goenka at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week and revealed that the range on show was very much inspired by Marie Antoinette, the former Queen of France. Indeed, the Goenka part of the show was very much a different spectacle than the usual seen at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week; the Baroque architecture of Versailles was used in the fine embroidery and appliqués on the various dresses and garments that were on show and the highly specialised wallpaper prints proved to be a popular addition for the baying audience.

Goenka admitted himself that he felt that Baroque was the next big trend in the world of fashion and was very keen to showcase that fact during the weeklong event. Garments made from silk, satin and tulles were on display as were a various assortment of dresses, jackets, gowns and skirts.

While the prevailing image of a fashion show is of skinny models strutting up and down a glamorous catwalk, Models of Diversity are planning to hold an altogether different extravaganza.

In an effort to raise both money and awareness for The Advance Centre, an organization that helps families with brain damaged children, the Curves in Couture event will be held in November of this year. Some 45% of the female UK population is a size 16 or over and this show aims to reflect that by diverging away from the traditional size-zero model to one more representative of the nation as a whole.

The event itself will be held in two parts. The Diversity Show will feature models of all sizes and heights in an effort to highlight the one dimensional nature of modern day fashion shows and, following this, Curves in Couture will feature models and designs aimed at those who are sizes 14-18.
Danielle Liane and Miss Lacy’s works will both be present as these new designers will be displayed against the more recognized houses of Anna Scholz and Jill Alexander. While the prime objective is to raise awareness for The Advance Centre and help to bring in some much needed funds for the charity, the shows are also being used to present a different view from the traditional mainstream fashion show. Curvy models and less well known designers will help to demonstrate that fashion shows and models exist beyond those that are featured in the London, Paris, Milan and New York fashion weeks.