The main thing in the image of a girl or a woman is chic shoes. It is she who emphasizes her femininity and makes her a queen, changing her gait. And nothing heals despondency so quickly as a new pair of original, extravagant shoes. Therefore, it is not surprising that not only fashionistas are ready to give their salary for black pumps. Women intuitively understand that shoes are a mood. Even the best wardrobe outfit loses its appearance if the shoes are not a continuation of it, do not match the style.
A bit of history
The most elegant style of women's shoes has its own secret. The shoes that every woman has in her wardrobe were born thanks to men. It was they, the fashionable gentlemen of the Middle Ages, who began to wear ball shoes that did not have fasteners. It was a convenience to “slip” the feet into the shoes, hence the name of the style - pumps.
Heels also appeared in men's fashion earlier. They were the privilege of the riders. To legheld in the stirrup, a pin was nailed to the heel of the boot. From boots, the heel migrated to civilian shoes, giving growth to its owner. History knows the fact of the issuance of a decree by Louis XIV, which said: subjects can raise their heels only with an increase in rank. Who would have thought that black pumps would have such an interesting story.
First stilettos
At the end of the 19th century, innovators shoemakers made a female version of boats with a small heel made of wood. But in practice, a heel made of such material quickly fails and is replaced by a metal pin.
The 20th century can without exaggeration be called the era of improving women's shoes. In the 50s, the first black pumps with stilettos appeared. Two designers of women's shoes make their own unique designs. Roger Vivien creates shoes with 8 cm heels for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth. And Salvatore Ferragamo makes shoes for fashionistas with 10 cm stilettos.
Christian Dior decided to improve the female image on the catwalk, paying special attention to shoes. He used shoes with a comfortable 5 cm stiletto heel in his fashion shows.
In the 50s, the cult actress Marilyn Monroe belonged to the lovers of high heels. She expressed the idea that a woman in good shoes can conquer the world. It was she, Marilyn Monroe, who defiled in high-heeled pumps in the film Only Girls in Jazz, proved this. Many men believe that stilettos make a woman sexy by giving her a certaina charm that literally makes them lose their heads.
Fashion of the late twentieth century
In the early 60s, Jacqueline Kennedy returned to the fashion pedestal black pumps with medium heels. She bought several pairs of them every month for formal and evening wear. At the same time, the first models of inexpensive pumps with heels appeared in Soviet stores, and many women became happy owners of this scarce product. And the graduates of the 70s in pumps danced their first w altzes.
No matter how many metamorphoses have happened to pumps since their inception, this model has gone down in history. It is clear that fashion does not stand still, designers bring something new, keeping up with the times, but pumps, black, with heels, remain in demand at the present time. With their presence, they emphasize the beauty of any style of clothing, therefore they are popular with women.
Black boat styles
High-heeled shoes certainly transform women's legs, but walking in such shoes during the day is tiring. Designers create comfortable black platform pumps that find their admirers. The model is decorated with an interesting detail - a thin leather strap covering the leg above the ankle. Sometimes in these shoes the strap is replaced by a satin ribbon, which also effectively emphasizes the beauty of a woman's legs.
Designers have created and are currently creating models of different colors and from various materials, but there has always been demand forremains black. Shoes, as a rule, are sewn from natural matte leather or its artificial counterpart. Rarely, textiles and black satin are used to make shoes. Usually these shoes are made to order at the fashion house.
Look great with embossed and perforated summer pumps. Black lacquer is a stylish evening dress accessory that must be in the wardrobe of fashionistas.
Famous Red Sole Designer
Whatever ideas designers bring to life every season, beating the classic version of black pumps in a new way. Chic shoes for real ladies from Christian Louboutin have their own difference - a well-recognized red sole. It is difficult to find shoes similar to this spectacular shoe. Black suede pumps fully confirm the statement of the designer himself that his shoes are a continuation of the fashionista's legs, somehow magically stretching her silhouette. The velvety surface of suede in deep black looks especially attractive.
How did it occur to Louboutin to decorate the pumps with red soles? There is a legend that once he saw his assistant's toenails painted with red varnish. They looked so impressive that Louboutin, without hesitation for a long time, painted the sole of one of the samples of the boats red. What came of it? The model is recognized, in demand and timeless.
Who wears pumps
Shoes-pumps - shoes that are combined with many types of clothing. Therefore, they are in the wardrobe of fashionistas and office workers. It is customary in them to be at receptions for the wives of high-ranking officials.
Black pumps are worn by women of all ages and body types. All generations of women are simply in love with them. They are in the trend of such famous fashion houses as Chanel, Salvador Ferragamo, Versace, Prada. High fashion designers skillfully combine them with the style of Casual glamor (casual glamor).
What to wear with pumps
There is a belief that pumps go with any outfit. However, it is not. Nobody canceled such concepts as taste and style. There are many boat options. Depending on how high the heel is, what material the shoes are made of, whether the heel is open or closed, you can decide which outfit they will fit into.
Little black dress and high-heeled pumps from Louboutin are an elegant festive duet. It can be supplemented with a string of pearls. In the cold season, a fur boa would be appropriate.
Rhinestone embellished pumps look great with cocktail dresses and midi outfits.
Open heel pumps are ideal for dresses, the basis of the style of which is "new look", a business summer suit, in which classic straight skirts or trousers. However, open heel pumps are only suitable for women who care abouttheir heels, knowing that they are always in sight. Matte leather mid-heeled shoes look great with formal business suits in the office. The color of a business suit does not have to be black. Black pumps look harmonious with gray and beige tones.
Black pumps also have a casual look. They look great with indigo jeans and cropped (7/8) trousers, dresses of any silhouette, with straight skirts and bell and year skirts.
Designers recommend paying attention
Pumps should never be worn with sportswear of any, even the most famous, brand. It's stupid and tasteless. A long light-colored skirt and black pumps are a visual shortening of the legs. Probably none of the women want to get such an effect. The effect of shortening the legs can be obtained by the owner of shoes with a strap that pulls the ankle. Slender ladies are not in danger, Shoes should always be comfortable and comfortable. But her main task is to show beautiful legs.
Wear black pumps only with pleasure and be irresistible in any way!
