Confessions of a Brogue-Oh-Holic!!

Every time I see any brogues or brogue styled shoes in any store, it tempts me so much that I feel like its crying out to me saying 'Take me I'm yours'... Lol that sounds very funny but its true, I love brogues!!

There is something about the design of these shoes that is just so attractive! Its elegant, sturdy and survives every minute changing weather here in London.

According to Google brogues are a style of low-heeled shoe or boot traditionally characterized by multiple-piece, sturdy leather uppers with decorative perforations (or "broguing") and serration along the pieces' visible edges. They originated from Scotland and Ireland and were used as outdoor shoes.

However, now brogues have become a style statement giving a hint of elegance and smartness. It definitely can be dressed up or down according to one's need. I know that the original brogues can be a bit heavy on the wallet but now all high street stores have them, in much better price, at least for me! Thats where I get mine from and now have quite a few!

My favourite one, and the one that I have used the most has to be this black ankle length one from Office (shoe store). Its pure leather and I have had this for more than 2 years now. Its really strong, sturdy and since its black I wear it with most of my outfits. It is a bit boyish style, which is what I love about it the most! At the beginning the leather was a bit hard but now after using them for so long they have become soft and light. Its just perfect and I love it!

This one is from Office as well. As you can see it has quite a bit of heel giving it a more feminine look ,which can sometimes be a bit uncomfortable to use. However I love the colour combination and it looks so elegant when worn. I love the colour block as they are more of neutral tones, its really easy to combine with my outfits!

Now this one is a bit of a funky one! Its a brogue with a twist. Its a dark brown with leopard prints and  I just love leopard prints or any other animal prints of that matter. And to find a brogue with my favourite print was a must have. Its funny that this one is from Office as well. Maybe its the store to find and buy nice Brogues. I would definitely recommend to check their collection if anyone is interested! 

This one is just a brogue style shoe/sandal, that I like to group it in my brogue collection. Its the brogue style that makes it so pretty and attracted me to buy this one! This one is lovely in the summer. Its light, airy and looks good with trousers and dresses. I have worn them so much that they have started to worn out. I got them like more than a year ago from New Look. They are girl-y, stylish and pretty! 

The last one on my list is my newest addition to my collection. This one is from Bertie. Its navy suede and patent leather. How cool are navy shoes! Its just an elegant classic colour and the structure is perfect for my tiny feet. Its so comfortable and light weight that I am always tempted to buy more!

My love for Brogues is growing and I know that I will surely be adding some more! For anybody living in London, I think this is the perfect type of shoes that one can enjoy wearing yet look elegant without having to put much effort. With help of some good polish and brushes its quite easy to maintain them as well.


Thats my growing Brogue collection, can't wait to see which style and shape will attract me next and soon be added to my Brogues list!!