The best way to ring in 2012 ...

yes, we are talking shoes! new year, new shoes, new you... doesn't it sound like a perfect plan? what about re-inventing your wardobre with just one pair of shoes for several outfits? How? well, what about starting with picking your style?

Let's start with a pair of booties (neutral colours - like nude/beige/caramel/camel). Pair it with leggings, skinny jeans, mini skirts and above the knee dresses. Now, what about a pair of wedges? wear it with any outfit, as a matter of fact. They add spunk to anything you wear. Experiment with a black one.

Are you an 'office sole'? if so, you must have a pair of slingbacks...can't go wrong there. Colour? keep it neutral again with natural tones. Don't forget those gourgeous stilletos, though. They dress up any outfit; or try a casual look with an oversized sweater... go bold and buy a blue or red one. Since you are going bold, try colourblocking (maybe). They are the perfect heel to take you from day to night and add a pop of colour!

Looking for a simple look? Ankle boots are for you.

Welcome to 2012!

~ Brazilian Shoe Box - www.brazilianshoebox.com

Ballroom Blitz

I just had my first ballroom competition this past Saturday. It was very scary, but so much fun. I absolutely love ballroom dancing. Knowing the moves and the time of your steps is very important...but don't forget the shoes... if your feet are hurting, I can guarantee you will not be able to dance. Let alone enjoy it!

What style I danced? Standard: waltz and tango and Latin (cha cha cha and jive). what shoes I wore? Latin shoes: scarlet, sassy and made to move - what is not to love? The perfect party shoe makes your heart dance before your feet do. It is true!

Did you know that the native American Hopi tribe had a saying: "To watch us dance is to hear our hearts speak." What more encouragement could a girl need to slip on her favorite pair of (dancing) shoes?

Maybe sometimes, just sometimes, you want your shoes to be so high, so slim-fitting, and so precarious that it is your companion who can hardly breathe... so parisienne - isn't it? I wish they could be "that" hight for ballroom competition.

I had to wear closed toe for the standard competition or I can put it this way: renowned courtesan, super spy and seductress extraordinaire, the legendary Mata Hari knew the value of a ballroom "slipper"; she said, "the dance is a poem of which each movement is a word." So inspirational!

Walk to happiness - ruffles, ties, and a touch of textured pattern can't fail a lift of the spirits.

Fall in love...

~ BSB ~ www.brazilianshoebox.com

Shoe Seduction

And as to its overwhelmingly strongest effect, that of seduction, every woman alive looks hotter in heels. So whether you choose a classic cigarette-heeled patent pump, a magical red shoe, floral sandals, or a fierce shoe-boot, you know your shoes will make you look slimmer, stand tall, and face the world better. What's not to love?

~ Brazilian Shoe Box - www.brazilianshoebox.com

Why Girls Love Shoes

Our fascination with shoes might almost defy explanation... but, really, what else carries you thru life? As a matter of fact, we make our life journeys in and with our favourite shoes... they stay with us through events big or small, good times and bad times, parties and celebrations - so shoes (no matter what type) are perhaps not so frivolous after all!

Who doesn't remember the shoes they wore for their first dance? Or the glossy pump that helped them land that new job? Who could deny that a combination of ladylike leg and glittery sandal transform an unremarkable pair of jeans to a killer party outfit?

As we all know, the right shoe on the right occasion makes every outfit fabulous.

Find amazing options for every occasion ~ BSB - spring/summer 2011 at www.brazilianshoebox.com

Valentine's GIVEAWAY!

Take 30% OFF every pair of shoes until February 14th, 2011...hurry!


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Happy Holidays!!!

Hello everyone!

BSB would like to wish all of our bloggers, friends and customers a very peaceful Holiday Season!

2010 has been another busy year for BSB and, as we look ahead to 2011, I am sure the next 12 months will provide just as much rewards for all of us.

During 2011, I hope you will see some really amazing shoes with a very strong emphasis on strengthening BSB’s business and commitment to our loyal customers!

Thank you very much for a fun and rewarding year!

Stay tuned for a BRAND NEW COLLECTION in January 2011…. check back and be the first one to have them … All the best!

~ BSB – www.brazilianshoebox.com

steal, my heart!

There are so many trends to choose from this fall. Everyone can find their one true love! or TWO! or Three!

From Military to Posh - and everything in between! G.I Jane or Divalicious? Shooties to over-the-knee... all for the love of shoes!!!!!

How to wear them? we give you a few tips here:

1) Over the knee boots go with military looks, skirt suit and wild animal prints!
2) Open toe booties (shooties) go with jumper pant, shiny leggings and tweed dress.
3) Animal prints go with pencil skirts, leather dress and skinny jeans.
4) Ladylike shoes go with figure flattering clothing, leather suit and skinny jeans!
5) Studded shoes go with high-waisted trousers, embellished dress and mini skirt!!
6) Oxford shoes go with pencil skirts, plaid dress and boyfriend jeans.
7) Embellished flats go with military jacket, paper bag waisted-pant and tweed suit.
8) Water proof goes with ladylike looks, casual pant and skinny jeans.
9) Fur (faux paws!)boots go with chunky knits, leopard print dress and fur caplet!
10)Sneakers go with leggings, harem pant and playful paid skirt.

Fall for all the trends and have lots of fun!!!!!!!!!!

~ Brazilian Shoe Box - Compliment your Sole!
www.brazilianshoebox.com

Blessings

1 - Blessed are the designers, for their creativity brings beauty to the world;
2 - Blessed are those who create shoes, for their labour provides usefullness;
3 - Blessed are the salespeople, for their patience and compliments ensure worthy spending;
4 - Blessed are those who repair shoes, for they restore hapiness tot he distressed;
5 - Blessed are the discount stores, for they offer inexpensive look-alikes!

~ Brazilian Shoe Box - Compliment your Sole!
www.brazilianshoebox.com

Insights on Shopping!!!

1 - Everybody knows ... two are better than one.
2 - And of course four are better than two.
3 - Some are "necessities" at any cost ... even though I walk into the valley of the shadow of debt.
4 - And sometimes they just seem to fall from the sky!
5 - Other times the Devil made me do it!


~ Brazilian Shoe Box - Compliment your Sole!
www.brazilianshoebox.com

Trends and Styles - who are you or wanna be?

Daring, but still glamorous … these women will be dressed in black with accessories that refer to a style overwhelmingly punk.

Above and beyond colour, this trend will also be noticed in accessories: shoes with chunky heels and details including zippers, studs, rivets, buckles and crystals.

The good news is that the Punk Chic suits women of all ages. Simply soften the bold look with some basic pieces and sharp details.


~ BSB - www.brazilianshoebox.com

Shoe n Tell

Style cares not about the economy, so we continue on, falling in love with a fabulous pair of shoes!

We also LOVE to R-E-A-D. Here some SHOE related books you may enjoy:

• Shoe Addicts Anonymous by Beth Harbison
• Eat The Cookie...buy The Shoes: Giving Yourself Permission to Lighten Up
by Joyce Meyer
• Which Shoes Would You Choose? by Betsy Rosenthal
• Running Shoes by Frederick Lipp

Have a FABULOUS weekend!

How to Walk in High Heels

Some women think that high heels are for special occasions only, like going to a ball or for a fancy dinner. Yes, heels are suitable then, but have a little bit of imagination! You can wear heels whenever you please, and once you know how to wear them, you will probably be very keen on wearing them more often!

Key factors to consider when selecting a heel for the evening:
1) The weather forcast. Rain will ruin suede, satin & your evening.
2) Transportation. Do you drive? Catch taxis? If you walk three miles every day, a stiletto is probably not your best choice.
3) Potential hazards. Rain, ice, slippery marble floors, uneven surfaces, deep smooshy carpet, gravel, or cobblestone.
4) Wear something sane!! There are shoes that are appropriate for answering the door, kissing & walking (or being carried) to the bedroom.
5) If your going to be dancing all night and four inch heels aren’t going to do it, try a wedge or something with a strap for more support.

How to buy a pair of heels:
1) If you’re going out for a day of shopping, do the shoes at the end of the day, after hours of walking around. This is when your feet will be swollen & believe me, you want your shoes to fit at this crucial time.
2) When you try on the shoes, walk around in them for a good length of time. If you find them to be a bit stiff, keep in mind they will soften.
3) If your toes touch the end of the shoe, and your heel slides out of the back when you walk, they are not the right size.
4) Make sure your shoe is wide enough!

If you don’t know how to wear heels, or have only recently become interested in making the transition from running shoes to pumps, go easy on yourself. You are to be commended for trying something new! Hooray!!! Once you get used to them, you will be like me and slowly build up your collection of hot stilettos!!

How to walk in high heels:
1) Take shorter steps, and walk in a heel-toe motion.
2) Try to distribute most of the weight across the ball of your foot.
3) Stand up straight- you will feel a little unbalanced, but you’re not. The heel will support you.
4) Keep your legs together as you walk and try to bend them more than you normally would.
5) Finally, PRACTICE!!!! The more you work at it, the better you’ll be.

Feel free to visit us at www.brazilianshoebox.com and check out our fun heels; and add some to your collection!!!

Good luck practicing your catwalk!!

We’re noticing a trend this year. As the days go by everything is getting intensely embellished. Mixed patterns, sequins, lace, thick, thin, long, short, up, down, more, more, more.

Fashion is an excellent way to extend your personality to the world. Some would say that there is an opportunity for theatrical extension every single day. You may be an extreme introvert, but can carry off eclectic style that not even the loudest of birds could try. We like that, we respect that, and we support you in taking a garment and turning it into a statement.

Be loud. Be quiet. Be someone else. Be someone. Or Just be you…


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