Dorothy wore ruby red slippers down the yellow brick road in "The Wizard of Oz.”
Red shoes have been red hot for ages. What better time to go red than during the holidays? A 4-inch stiletto in lipstick red satin can add zing to a little black dress. Elevate a work day charcoal pinstripe suit to cocktail status by slipping into a pair of red patent peep toe pumps and accenting with a little sparkle at the ears and lace under the jacket.
Yes, red shoes are that sexy and that powerful.
In the 17th century, Louis XIV wore red heels on his shoes to represent his godly right to rule. Not only was he king, he was a trendsetter. Soon nobles started painting their heels red. The dye was expensive, though, and it wasn’t until the late 1880s that red shoes became affordable for the masses.
Style experts say the best way to stand out in a sea of holiday black is to wear red. Why not jump in feet first?
For more beauty and fashion, go online to Linda Miller's blog at blog.newsok.com/fashionmatters
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