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New Blog Post - Zapita Boots & Shoes & My OOTD

I was recently approached by Nicola from Zapita to see if I'd like to review & style one of their items of footwear.  Of course most ladies don't need asking twice when it comes to new shoes or boots & as soon as I saw their stunning collection I was no exception!!

Although if I hadn't been sold on their gorgeous shoes & boots I'd have been sold on the fact that not only do they have a shop based in Surrey as well as an online site, they also do champagne shoe parties.    I mean seriously how fantastic (not to mention lethal!) is that?!  Such a great idea & a real fun night out to boot (boom boom ;-) ).

Plus because all the shoes & boots are designed by Nicola herself you have an exclusive piece of footwear you're not going to find anywhere else & of course the quality & softness of the leather is exquisite with all shoes & boots being made in Spain.

My problem was trying to decide which pair to review & style I mean seriously have a look at this selection of beauties.


























And that's only a small selection!  All gorgeous shoes & boots that are really going to add a little je ne sais quoi to any outfit.

So which beauties did I pick well........here's how they arrived.






And these are the ones I finally chose.






These beauties are perfect for me, made from real suede with a lovely pointed front with elasticated sides to make them easy to get on & off & here's what sold them to me they come with a winter sole - yup that means hopefully even I can stay upright!! Plus the heel is a perfect height (75mm) to make them so easy to wear day or evening & they're a gorgeous soft grey colour.

I ordered my normal size (40) and would say they are more or less true to size, if slightly large but with the pointed front it means that my wide feet have a bit more room so win win!

Naturally I had to have a little try on & here's how I've styled them.




Jacket - Zara, similar here
Denim Shirt - Zara, similar here
Leather Cuff - Banana Republic, similar here
Bag - Zara, similar here
Jeans - Zara, similar here
Boots - Zapita £169







I'm totally in love with these boots & am already considering planning my outfit around them for a special day out in London with the girls.  As not only will they look stylish, on trend & have a great height heel for being on my feet all day. I'll be able to test the winter sole properly & see if I'm still standing after bubbles on the train in the morning!!

Finishing with my outfit for today.




Blazer - Boden
Blouse - Mango
Bag - Zara
Jeans -  Zara
Boots - Zapita


Tweed, Leopard Print & Suede


Blouse - Mango £34.99
Bag - Next £22
Jeans - Mango £39.99
Boots - Zapita £169


So what do you think of my new booties, do you likey?!  I likey A LOT & can't recommend the quality highly enough.  Plus they also sell bags & belts too so perfect for perhaps bookmarking & subtly showing hubby the link for Christmas present ideas ;-) 

And if you're a lover of shoes you should also check out Nicola's new blog Your Shoe Style, which has come about following her fascination with how shoes make a woman feel & how shoes can reflect our mood.  Not only will Nicola be covering some of the latest shoe trends but you can also upload & share pictures of your shoes with the hastag #yourshoestyle.

So have you heard of Zapita or is this a new brand to catch your eye?  I'd love to hear what you think.  I've got my eye on the Silvia Snake boots & have added them to my Christmas wish list....how stunning would they look teamed with all black?!

See you in the morning.

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  1. I was scrolling down thinking "please get the snake" they are gorgeous Jane. Some fab choices there, hard to choose indeed x

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    1. There were too many gorgeous ones to choose from Sharron but those snake print are stunning aren't they?!
      Jane xx

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  2. I am in lurve with the snakeskin boots too! You have made a great choice with the slouch boot though.....a fab style and brilliant colour, they will go with loads, love them with the pop of pink! xx

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    1. Thanks Michelle & you're right I know I'll get lots more wear out of the grey boots as like you say they'll go with everything including my Mint Velvet gilet :-)
      Jane xx

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  3. Great colour Jane, they will go will a lot of things. Xx

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    1. Thanks Annemarie, you can't beat grey for being a great autumn/winter neutral.
      Jane xx

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  4. They are all fab Jane,I can see why you would have a hard time choosing a style! Love the colour boots you got,they will go with so much! I must take a look at the site as I never heard of it before!
    ~Anne xx

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    1. Yes far too many temptations Anne, I could have easily picked any of the pointed ankle boots & they're so comfy too!
      Jane xx

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  5. I've never heard of this brand but they've got some seriously gorgeous footwear there! Great choice :) x

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    1. Thanks Sarah, I think they have to be the softest pair of boots I have ever worn!
      Jane xx

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  6. Never heard of them but some great picks, Jane. You chose well! Lynne xx

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    1. Thanks Lynne, you should definitely take a peak they have some lovely boots & shoes.
      Jane xx

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  7. This is a brand that's new to me too, but those Pistola boots are calling out to my inner rock chick! Love how you've styled yours, and the Winter sole is a genius idea!

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    1. Ooh which colour Becky?! You'll have to let me know how you get on.
      Jane xx

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    1. Thanks Laurie, they're gorgeous aren't they?!
      Jane xx

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  9. Love the boots you chose! And paired with a great outfit, too. :) xxx
    www.justemma.co.uk

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    1. Aww thanks Emma, it's lovely to wear ankle boots that feel that little bit more delicate.
      Jane xx

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  10. Opleve komfort og stil når iført FitflopsEn af mine foretrukne aktiviteter er vandreture. *fitflop2016*Jeg har vandreture i bjergene i det østlige Tennessee og vestlige North Carolina for langt over et årti og har elsket hvert minut af det. Mens vandreture er en stor aktivitet, er der sikkerhedstip, som du skal følge. Disse sikkerhedstip ikke forslag. Disse sikkerhedstip er beregnet til at forbedre oplevelsen vandring ved at sørge for, at du gør det tilbage fra din vandretur i ét stykke.Disse stilfulde sko er ikke kun behageligt, men også kan blive matchet med en række af kjoler som jeans, nederdele, bukser, shorts, nederdele osv. Den unikke stil sko giver den unikke stil til alle uanset forskellige kjoler, han/hun iført. Den verdensomspændende popularitet af dette mærke er på grund af den teknologi, der blev introduceret af dem på markedet.Det vigtigste punkt i fitflops fodtøj (bortset fra dem, der er så dejligt at se på), er at de er for daglige gåture og for dem, der ikke har tid til at regelmæssigt besøge fitnesscenteret.Jeans, khakis og bukser. Typen bukser du beslutter at gå med hjælp definere din stil. Jeans er forbundet med casualness, men med en lille dressing, kan være mere classy. Prøv iført hæle og en flot bluse med dine jeans og se dem omdanne fra arbejdstøj til en sød outfit. Khakis og slacks, afhængigt af stilen er generelt et godt valg til at skabe en mere klædt op følelse.Du kan finde en komplet linje af kvinders lædersko, som har været ret vellykket i modeverdenen det sidste år. År siden kæmpede mærket for at holde et bredt marked på grund af deres produkter kun appellerer til en bestemt gruppe.Faktum er, at de fleste fitflop wearers faktisk udvikle færre hård hud end de normalt ville. Dette er fordi fitflops sandaler er designet til at give masser af plads omkring dine fødder, hvilket betyder, at chancerne for dem gnide mod dine fødder er minimeret.I denne dag og alder, men kan det være svært at passe en workout regime ind i din travle tidsplan. Mellem at tage sig af din familie, at holde op i huset og gå til dit job, hvordan er du formodes at passe motion ind i ligningen?Husk, du ikke er Paris Hilton jet indstilling fra én placering til en anden. Du er en budget rejsende, en backpacker og praktiske er din bedste ven. I slutningen af dagen, vil du finde, at du har haft mere sjov backpacking end rejser første klasse. Og når du finder dig selv ser den fantastiske solnedgang i øen Boracay eller lytter til indkaldelse af tusindvis af fugle i de Kanariske Øer, vil du vide, det var absolut det værd.

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  11. Brænde flere kalorier effektivt med Fitflop fodtøjTid til at z2sahnoa sætte sammen til en rejse til kysten eller den nærmeste sø. Beroligende eskapader kræver de nødvendige tilføjelser til at vise off dit badetøj. Designere skaber friske tager på daglige plain flip flops.Kombinationen af disse olier og andre komponenter få til roden af problemet. Så snart det er fjernet, vil negle og porerne og huden omkring det begynde at opdatere og komme tilbage til at være sund. Du vil snart være i stand til at sætte på fitflops.Du behøver ikke at bære shorts eller en mini-nederdel til don et par gladiator sandaler. Damer, hvis du ønsker at vise off disse ben end du har et udvalg af sandaler til din rådighed. I situation dine kalve er en smule tyk eller kødfulde, forsøger ankel størrelse sandaler. Der er tilbøjelighed til fitflop sko 1 til at synes virkelig klodset i knæ-størrelse sandaler.Skaberne af "Fit Flops" har nogle store science kraftoverførsel deres fordring til at øge muskel aktivering 10 - 12% 25 og det blev bekræftet af et uafhængigt laboratorium uden for deres virksomhed. Gæster bør være advaret om at sætte på den "Fit Flops" gradvist på grund af den forsinkede muskelømhed, der sker ligesom i begyndelsen af en funktion ud tidsplan.En anden fordel ved fitflop s er deres effektivitet. Hvis du ikke har tid til at gå til fitness-centret kan fungere off disse yderligere lbs eller at tone dine ben, end du kan bare smide et par af disse flip flops. Det virker, mens du slentre, så du dræber to fluer med 1 smæk. Hvert skridt, du tager i FitFlop forbedrer muskelstyrke, absorberer stød på dine fødder og knæ og vil brænde flere kalorier end slentre alene.Dette er 1 af de mest vellidte mærker for damers fodtøj indtil dato. Ecco damer fodtøj er faktisk kendt for sine fashionable fodtøj og bred vifte af valgmuligheder her er blot en undtagelse. Hvis du er nysgerrig for at udføre golf, er det måske en af de allerbedste sko, som du kan vælge til.Uanset om din næste rejse tager dig i udlandet eller bare op interstate, fitflop skobør disse tips til at gøre dine rejser meget mere tilfredsstillende. Rejser kan være yderst fascinerende og du vil ikke vide, hvad du vil ankomme i hele, gå og gøre det!

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