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Chiseled Heels

Nicholas Kirkwood's A/W Shoes are Artwork for Your Footsies

— August 27, 2009 — Fashion
The best word to describe Nicholas Kirkwood's Autumn/Winter shoe collection: sexy. These shoes are ultra high and uber angular. With chiseled heels and delicate straps, the shoes of Kirkwood's are made from luxury suede and snakeskin.

Although they do not look like they are the most comfortable shoe, a little blister here and there is worth the sacrifice to walk into a room with two gorgeous pieces of artwork on your footsies.

Implications - Nicholas Kirkwood's A/W Shoes truly are a work of art that any fashionista is sure to want to wear. These spectacular heels are a must-have for the upcoming fall and winter seasons!
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Footwear - The trend of artistic footwear is rising as designers like Nicholas Kirkwood create shoes that are not just functional but also works of art.
2. Ultra High Heels - The popularity of ultra high heels is growing, as seen in Nicholas Kirkwood's collection, which features heels that are chiseled and angular for a bold and sexy look.
3. Luxury Materials - The use of luxury materials such as suede and snakeskin in shoe design, as seen in Nicholas Kirkwood's collection, adds an element of opulence and exclusivity.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can take inspiration from Nicholas Kirkwood's artistic footwear collection to create unique and innovative designs that blur the line between fashion and art.
2. Footwear - The footwear industry has an opportunity to explore the trend of ultra high heels and experiment with different shapes and materials to create statement-making shoes.
3. Luxury Goods - The luxury goods industry can capitalize on the use of high-end materials like suede and snakeskin in shoe design to cater to consumers who value quality and exclusivity.
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