Spring/Summer 2014 bridal footwear spans a variety of themes, from 1920s beaded deco looks to ultra modern and clean minimalism. Floral applique embraces spring while rhinestone encrusted styles hold a regal esteem. Ruffle details create volume while laser cut patterns give interest by omitting surface.
Lived-in surfaces remain sought-after for leathers and non-leathers.
Worn, wrinkled and weathered effects via crackle coatings, tweed and coarse wovens, natural imperfections, special finishing, faded colors, and irregular or partial dyeing / All skin types / Soft supple buffalo nubuck as cost-effective alternative to cow at Wipelli
Embellished sneakers keep kids looking fresh.
Sporty high-top kicks get girly in pretty pink / Rounded studs and mini heart perforations add texture / Oversized ribbons act as shoelaces / Thick soles hint at a 90s platform revival / Metallic finishes / Glitter toe-cap adds glam to canvas sneakers / Stars and studs adorn sides
Gold is favored this season, supplanting all other metals.
Metal and skins in yellow to rose tones / Bright, high-shine golds on textured leathers are most important / Widths go to extremes, from ultra skinny to wide
Caramel leathers bring warmth to Fall/Winter runways.
Crocodile embossing delivers retro luxe while high vamp calfskin pumps give a seamless finish / Thigh-high gators reference ancient Rome
Metal hardware toughens-up Fall bag assortments / Squared, conical, pyramid studs and spikes / Outsized grommets / Gridded, linear or scattered clustering / Striking allover studwork continues