Bows seem to be everywhere this season, and bow-adorned shoes are the trend du jour. Instead of investing in a new pair of pumps, tap into your creative side and make your own bow-toe heels.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 30 minutes
Here's How:
- Those ho-hum heels that have been lying in the back of your closet for years? Dig them out from the depths of your "why did I buy that?" pile.
- For those rare savvy shoppers who manage to cash in only on things they truly love, pop into a discount retailer (TJ Maxx, Target, Payless, etc.) and pick up a pair of basic pumps. Set a low price limit - you shouldn't have to spend more than $20.
- To make your own shoe bows, buy a batch of ribbon, loop your best bow, and fasten on the vamp of the shoe with fabric glue. Glue will leave behind gunk, so use safety pins or accessory clips for versatility.
- Little boy's bow ties add a sweet spin to high heels. Just clip them on for a instant embellishment. Quirky stripes and animal motifs would look adorably offbeat with a formal dress.
- Dime store hair bows, typically found near hair accessories and styling products, are just begging to be fastened on shoes. Look for varieties with bobby pin backings for easy slide-on accessorising.
What You Need:
- no-frills high heels
- two bows
- a crafty touch