DIY shoes

I have an obsession with heels and I crave them so badly  - probably because I never get the opportunity to wear them while trying to run around after 3 kids - that I recently bought these pair from Zara and they are so surprisingly comfortable that I might just be able to get away with leaving them on all day! The only thing that I would love to change is that middle strap! If Zara hadn't added it on, then it would make for the perfect simple ankle strap heel.

So I decided to take matters into my own hands and take on a DIY challenge. But before I make any alterations I tried out the look on photoshop.

What do you think??

BEFORE

AFTER

Qatari Delights

Took a trip to Qatar for a few days and absolutely fell in love with the place - apart from the traffic!! Wish I had taken more photos of the street style fashion though, but by the time I'd get my phone out to snap a photo they'd be gone! People are not afraid to experiment and clearly wear what represents their personalities. There were sheer skirts, assymetrical shirts, floral-print leggings and so much more. I love their uniquness and originality. A very fashion-forward bunch! Hope to see more of it here in Bahrain. Maybe I need to start scouring the streets again and hunt down some Bahrain style setters.

Here are some highlights from my trip....




Boarding my flight with Qatar Airways - not the 5 star airline it claims to be!



Dining at the popular Souq Waqif

Live local entertainment



One of my outfits



Spotted these super comfy and affordable Nine West ankle-strap heels that are so in trend right now. I want the beige ones!!

Get a taste of the Big Apple here at Villagio - superb sandwiches. Yummy.

Such unique street style

Evening stroll at The Pearl

Some very tall buildings....!

Landed back into Bahrain - home sweet home.



Bahrain sunset and some very lonely buildings.....!



Ankle-strap Shoes

Ever since Isabel Marant took over the feet of fashionistas and celebrities worldwide with her ankle leather strapped Gava and Gwen heels, it seems the world of shoe fetishes followed in her 'footsteps' and the ankle strap was re-born.

While the style of this shoe is classic, the leather cuff gives it a modern edge that creates a sassy look. This re-invented version of the original ankle-strap shoe focuses on the strap as the actual feature which can instantly style an outfit. Many fashion experts are cleverly wearing wrist cuffs or bracelets around their ankles for that same creative effect.

As a general rule of thumb, ankle straps will cut off your leg. Choose a pair with a wide strap or one that comes quite high up the leg to give the impression of leaner, longer legs. Thinner straps tend to be more flattering and have a sleaker finish. They work perfectly with pencil skirts or cropped skinny trousers.

Sources: streetfsn,jak&jil,songofstyle,thistimetomorrow