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Archive for March, 2010

Alice in Wonderland inspired designs


Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Step into Wonderland with these quirky shoes and bags from the Viva la Diva Wonderland collection, which takes inspiration from Tim Burton’s latest masterpiece Alice in Wonderland. Take a journey down the rabbit hole into the heart of the trend with high heels and designer bags that feature bold motifs in a playing card colour palette of black, red and white.

Being a diva is all about standing out in a crowd and these unusual designs will certainly get heads turning.  All of the high heels and bags in our Wonderland collection are ever so cute in a peculiar kind of way…just the way The Diva likes it!

These funky Harajuku Lovers Juku Court Shoes are very much Alice-inspired with their playing card colours and motifs, and they’re available in black and white or red. The Diva’s also loving the closed toe, platform heel and slingback design on these quirky high heels.

Finish off your Wonderland outfit with these rather unusual clutch bags from Irregular Choice that come in playing card colours and have a unique union jack design.

Cute corals for spring into summer


Monday, March 29th, 2010

As always, The Diva hit the shops this weekend and saw lots of clothes, shoes and accessories in coral and salmon pink colours, The Diva certainly knows what’s in right now and she’s loving these pretty feminine shades for spring and summer.

As Viva la Diva are always up to the minute with the latest fashions, we have a fantastic choice of salmon pink and coral coloured court shoes, flat shoes, ladies’ sandals and designer bags.

These rather cute KG by Kurt Geiger court shoes look very pretty in a salmon pink colour, The Diva thinks they’d look ever so nice dressed up or down at the weekend.

The Diva’s loving these funky Carvela flat shoes, mainly because they are real head turners, decorated with shiny studs and sparkling jewels.

Any diva knows it’s all about accessorising and you can complete your outfit with this simply gorgeous Suzy Smith Charity Shoulder Bag in coral that has a touch of glamour with gold detailing.

After party shoes..folding ballerina pumps


Friday, March 26th, 2010

As any diva will know, a party outfit isn’t complete without a pair of fabulous high heels to finish off their look, strutting your stuff on the dance floor just doesn’t look as sexy without some killer heels. But whether you’re throwing moves on the dance floor or looking glamorous by the bar, party loving divas all over the country suffer from sore and aching feet as the night goes on.

But divas will be pleased to hear that there’s a solution – folding ballerina pumps! That’s right, ladies, Redfoot footwear have a range of folding after party shoes that are great for popping on after your night out. And they’re small enough for slipping into your handbag, let alone being utterly gorgeous with their glittery and bejewelled designs!

With these folding pumps you can dance the night away in killer heels, and pop these pretty ballerina pumps on to relieve the aches and pains.

Look fabulous and protect your feet at the sime time with Ugg boots and sheepskin boots


Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

The Diva certainly knows quality when she sees it and that’s why she’ll only wear the best quality boots, so imagine her dismay when she found out that other divas could be damaging their feet by wearing  imitation Ugg boots. Medical experts believe that these poor quality boots lack support around the ankle and have inappropriate soles that flatten the foot arch and place pressure on the joints, which can lead to foot deformities, back ache and foot pain, which certainly does not sound nice to The Diva.

The Diva’s all for budget fashion, but when it means causing unnecessary damage to her feet, she’d rather get better value for money with some good quality boots. That’s why at Viva La Diva we don’t sell poor quality imitation boots, all of our winter boots, sheep skin boots and Ugg boots are from well known brands and are made using high quality materials.

Of course, the original Ugg boot is a favourite with The Diva, we have knitted, jersey and suede versions that all come with a fantastic thick sole and great support around the ankle, which is what sets Ugg boots apart from cheaper versions. With prices starting from just £99 for a pair of real Ugg boots at Viva La Diva, they certainly offer excellent value for money and will last a life time, let alone keep your feet cosy and provide the right level of support.

Love From Australia boots are one of the latest crazes in sheepskin boots, a great alternative to Ugg boots, and we sell a wide range of these winter boots in a variety of colours and styles including tall and short sheepskin boots, all with high quality soles and ankle supports. The Diva loves these furry sheepskin boots by Love From Australia for just £99.

If you don’t have much to spend but really want some cute winter boots, Viva La Diva have their own brand of knitted winter boots that have a high quality thick sole and firm ankle support. The Diva will only go so far in the name of fashion and if it means spending a little more on some real Ugg boots or high quality sheep skin boots to save her feet then she’ll certainly do so. Remember ladies, divas need cute feet to wear fabulous shoes and boots!

It’s all about accessorising, darlings!


Monday, March 22nd, 2010

So you’ve got your pastel heels, flats or boots sorted for spring, right ladies? But any diva knows that an outfit isn’t complete without some cute fashion accessories to add that diva-esque finishing touch, whether it’s a designer handbag, girly scarf or funky sunglasses.

The Diva’s loving the pretty range of pastel coloured handbags right now, with grab bags, clutch bags and across body bags like this elegant Suzy Smith Kanya Crossbody Bag in a cool pastel blue colour.

These Petal Dolls Pashmina Scarfs come in a variety of colours, but the pale pink scarf version certainly stands out to the The Diva, it’s cute enough to wear casual and stylish enough for a more formal occasion, especially useful with the wedding season coming up.

For that ultimate glamorous look, these trendy Viva La Diva Jessica white sunglasses are not only utterly gorgeous, but they’re so versatile that you can team them up with all colours and for all occasions. 

Spring is officially here!


Friday, March 19th, 2010

This weekend will be the weekend when divas everywhere can put their winter coats and wellies in the back of the cupboard, and pull out those cute macs and peep toe shoes…that’s right ladies, according to nature tomorrow (March 20th) is officially the start of spring!

Marked by the Spring Equinox when the sun shines directly onto the equator, and the length of the day and night are nearly equal all over the world is the first sign that spring has arrived…it’s all very confusing, but all The Diva needs to know is that from now on blacks are out and pastels are in!

Of course, all of us divas live in the UK, which means we’re used to the typical April showers that spring brings, but that’s why Viva La Diva has some diva-licious boots in pretty pastel colours to ensure divas stay glamorous even in the rain. Any diva will love knee high, calf high and ankle boots, whether they’re flats or heels, team with skinny jeans or leggings for a chic outfit. We’re loving these pastel pink knee high platform boots by Teaser and Love From Australia short pink boots.

 

You know The Diva won’t turn down any opportunity to get her heels out and that’s why she’s so excited it’s the start of spring. At Viva La Diva we have the most utterly delicious pastel coloured court shoes, slingbacks and wedges. These gorgeous pastel colours are great for tottering around and give any diva a really feminine look. The Diva thinks these United Nude Lo Res Shoes are must have blue pastel heels with their lovely strap over design, while these KG Emiline Classic Courts combine the wow factor platform heel with such a cute purple colour.

You’ve already seen that diva’s can do glamorous in flat shoes, so here’s The Diva’s favourite cute flat shoes for spring in pretty pastel colours, these Nine West Newsy Flat Courts have an oh so yummy pastel orange colour.

Go green for St Patrick’s Day!


Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

The Diva loves any excuse for fabulous themed attire and as it’s March 17th it means only one thing…that’s right ladies, it’s St Patrick’s Day! The Irish are associated with the colour green and The Diva has chosen some of her favourite green shoes and accessories, whether she’s heading to a St Patrick’s Day party, street carnival or festival, The Diva is ready for any occasion.

The Diva’s loving these chunky Nine West green court shoes with a platform sole and peep toe design. They’re cute enough to wear to a party and just as delicious dressed down with skinny jeans.

Being a diva isn’t always about towering heels, if you’ve got the diva attitude you can pull of these quirky green Irregular Choice Magic Mushroom Flats that are great for casual celebrations.

It takes a lot for The Diva to leave her heels at home, but what’s a diva to do when the rain simply won’t stop?! Don wellies with heels, that’s what darlings! The Diva is completely in love with these green WedgeWellie Goddess Wellies that have a glamorous wedge heel and a practical welly design.

WedgeWelly Green Goddies Wellies

WedgeWelly Green Goddies Wellies

 

Of course, no diva is complete with some fabulous accessories, The Diva adores cute green across the body bags for glamorous occasions and practical yet stylish green grab bags that have plenty of room for any diva.

Dance the night away with gel pads for your feet


Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

Stilettos are a must have for any diva but we all know the pain we have to go through for that ultimate diva look, but hey, it’s worth it to look fabulous! Of course, any diva will know the secret to keeping your feet free from the aches and pains of wearing diva-esque heels…but some are going a little too far.

Cosmetic surgeons are seeing an increase in women wanting “foot fillers”, which are dermal filler injections put into the foot to provide an extra layer of cushioning that prevents pain in the ball of foot caused by wearing high heels. Now, I’m not sure about you, but even The Diva thinks that’s going a little too far, especially when you can buy effective gel pads for shoes that surely offer a similar type of relief without the pain and expense of injections.

 

These Diva Feet are gel pads for the ball of the foot and let divas dance the night away without getting those pains from glamorous heels, while these Shooz Kits have a variety of gel pads for the feet and toes to stop them rubbing together. All in all, The Diva much prefers the sound of gel pads than squeamish injections!

Create your own Lady GaGa-esque style


Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

The Diva isn’t complete without her heels, so she couldn’t agree more with ultimate diva Lady GaGa when she told Jonathon Ross that she’d rather be dead than be seen without her trusty high heels…now that’s commitment to being a diva, ladies!

As fantastic a diva as myself, Lady GaGa certainly has a unique style and I’m quite sure she’d adore some of our alternative footwear. Why not create your own unique diva twist on Lady GaGa’s fabulous style with some funky Irregular Choice shoes?

The Irregular Choice Iced Gem Abigail Ankle is most definitely as diva-licious as Lady GaGa and if it’s turning heads you’re intent on it’ll certainly be “mission complete” with these beauties.

So we’re not all as adventurous in our style as Lady GaGa and there’s nothing wrong with that, for those budding divas why not take a look at the pretty Irregular Choice Cortesan Floral Court that still have that wow factor but are slightly more understated.

You can still be a diva in flats, it’s just how you pull it off and these Irregular Choice Duke Ice Cream Courts have a cute low heeled design that makes them just as comfortable as flat shoes with that must have diva style.

Pale and Interesting shoes and handbags


Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

The Diva’s loving spring’s subdued pastel palette. To make it easy to stay on top of the trend we’ve pulled together all the prettiest shoes and handbags in subtle, dusky shades in our new feature Pale & Interesting.

Peach and beige shades are so versatile – wear for work or dressy occasions. Satin covered shoes and a matching clutch bag are just perfect for a spring wedding – and neutral coloured shoes have the added advatange of making your legs look longer!