Every once in a while I discover somewhere new to shop online, and it makes me wonder why I always, always go into autopilot and type in “asos” or “topshop” whenever I’m looking for something to buy. Sure, it’s great to have your go-to shops, but when I found an absolute diamond of a shoe like these Helsar silver and white brogues, it frightened me that I may have missed them otherwise! I mentioned on Instagram that these were “the brogues to end all brogues”, and had Kelya Shoes not pinged me an email earlier this month I may never have found such a comfy but striking pair to add to my growing brogue collection. Maybe this is the end, though – no other pair can beat these, surely…?!
I think the pictures say it all – the design is so amazing, I don’t think I’ve seen two-tone brogues with such a strong metallic before. The cushioned, flat sole was incredibly comfortable right from the first wear (and no rubbing even though I wore them all day). For some reason purple sprang to mind when I wore them last weekend, so I went head-to-toe purple and echoed the silver with my metallic-thread chevron sweater. With a big splash of orange on my head(!) it made a simple weekend look I loved.
If you’re looking for high quality but unusual designs in footwear, I’d highly recommend Kelya. Their range is quite selective brands-wise and not exactly massive, but I loved a large proportion of the designs and they have as many fabulous flats as they have heart-stopping heels (men’s shoes too). They’re a Portuguese company but delivery was super quick: they offer free standard shipping on all online orders over €150 (£120, or $200). Considering the shipping costs of some international retailers, theirs is quite reasonable at less than a tenner.
Have you discovered any new-to-you retailers lately that you’re so glad to have found? And are any of you mad about brogues like I am (I have about 10 pairs)… do share in the comments!
P.S. If you like this, you might like to see some of my other brogues (perfect outfits for the autumn) worn here, here and here!
Brogues: c/o Kelya Shoes, Sweater: Asos (old), Jeans: Asos, Belt: John Lewis (old), Watch: Debenhams
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I have written this post in collaboration with Kelya Shoes. All content is original, however, and opinions are my own and 100% honest.
Red hair and silver perfection.
Thank you so much for so many things, dear Catherine
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Aww thank YOU, Sacramento! xx
You must have read my mind – I'm in desperate need for some new footwear! I'm off to check out that site right now – love the shoes you got from there. By the way – what color is your hair? It's the exact shade I dream about having!
Thanks Lisa, I'm sure there'll be lots of designs you like. I'm afraid I get my hair coloured every three weeks at the hairdresser's – it's not a home-dye job so I couldn't tell you the colour, sorry! x
You look beautiful!
=MWAH= thanks Ana x
40 something? Wow…you're blessed! You're very beautiful. I'm in love with your shoes – AWESOME. 🙂
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Gosh, Missy – thank you so much!! I'm very flattered! :)))
Head to toe purple!!! I am in love!!!!!
JJ
http://www.dressupnotdown.blogspot.com
love the color scheme. such a bright and lovely outfit 🙂
halfwhiteboy
Oh yes, these are very smart. And when they are also comfortable, that is the best. Love them in combination with your purple outfit, but they are of course very versatile. I am still eyeing complete silver brogues…
Greetje
I'll let you know if I see any, Greetje! Thanks my lovely x
You have a good figure 🙂
Bisou
Sofie
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Wow, thanks Joyce…!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You have such a gorgeous hair color and it looks amazing with purple!
♡Tallia
Trending In Fashion
Thank you so much Tallia – I do think that the purple makes my hair look even more coppery…!
Wow you're looking so perfect in purple Catherine! Love how those cute sneaks nailed this matching outfit together!!!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
I love this all purple outfit, very pretty on you and those brogues are amazing!!
Marta, xo
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Brogues! Brogues forever!
I have been wanting a pair of silver brogues and have not found a pair. These are fabulous!
BTW, I would love for you to join my TBT Fashion link up now live on my blog.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
I am crying that these are not currently on my feet, and the fact that I may have done to much shopping last week to order more. Amazing shoes.
Hehe I remember your comment on IG, Linda!! I think you're either a brogues girl or you're not… you DEFINITELY are! x
Love, love those new shoes. You look gorgeous in purple, C. xox
It's great for redheads I think, Patti! Thank you my lovely!
Those shoes are so adorable and they do look super comfortable too! 🙂
Tamara
http://www.trulytamara.com
Believe me, they were, Tamara…! Thank you x
love your outfit so much! those shoes are awesome!
Thank you Katarina – I think they are too!