TIPS ON FINDING THE PERFECT SHOES

If you're like me, buying a pair of "to-die-for" shoes might be the best treat for your longing soul. But despite the fairytale-like excitement we get from buying one, everything can really turn into a total disaster.

So, as a SOLE SEARCHER, here are my tips when splurging for a fab pair.

BE OPEN-MINDED

When shopping, only have a general idea on what to buy or go on shopping for. When shopping for shoes, just think about BUYING THE PERFECT PAIR. Don't think to much about the design, or the color, or whatever comes to mind, because that you make it all a task and not a fun experience. You wouldn't enjoy trying on different shoe designs, because you've set your mind.

BE READY TO SPEND YOUR MONEY. . . . WISELY!

Your perfect pair won't always be affordable, but it also doesn't mean that it will always be hard to attain. Just because it has a label or it's a designer shoes, doesn't mean that it will feed your shoe-aholic soul. Try going to a mall's department store for a cheaper alternative, they offer shoes that are affordable yet fashionable. But as a lover of shoes, and if it's in your blood, you'll know and come in terms with the reality that GREAT SHOES equates to a more expensive price tag.

WOMEN (SOMETIMES) KNOWS BEST

Bring a female companion with you when shoe shopping. Girls who have great taste in fashion can also be a great judge when it comes to a guy's fashion problems.

SALE AWAY

Don't shy away from buying shoes on clearance. The only thing that these pairs are guilty of is being a season or two "out of style". But trust me, IF YOU'RE A GUY: nobody could really tell the difference between a Lacoste S/S 2010 shoes from a Lacoste S/S 2012 shoes, so long as they're clean and worn with the right clothes. But IF YOU'RE A GIRL, chances are, every fashionista can tell if it's "sooooo last season". Because Women's Fashion change so rapidly and drastically at that.

ALLOW IT TO BREATHE

Choose a pair that is so comfortable your feet can breathe. When a pair caught you eye, try it on and walk with it try look for another pair that you might like. This would test just how comfortable the shoes are.

GO ONLINE

Know what's IN and what's OUT by browsing online shoe shopping sites and blogs about fashion and shoes.

ALWAYS BUY AND NEVER REGRET THE PURCHASE

Right after making the purchase, NEVER tell yourself, "I never should have bought that... I should have looked for other options..." - - - NEVER!

On The DOT: GOLD DOT

GOLD DOT  was founded in July of 2010 and is being run and operated by FASHION INSTINCT RETAILERS, CO.

They provide fashion forward people the most unique and head-turning statement footwear, bags, and jewelry.

Their pieces have been staples in the racks of Philippines' Top Celebrity Stylists like Liz Uy and Pam Quiniones to name a few. And have been patronized by the entertainment industries biggest fashionistas like Solenn Heussaff, Ryza Cenon, Georgina Wilson, and Ms. Kris Aquino.

Gold Dot caters to everyone. Whether you're on a tight budget or you want to make sure no one has the same pair of shoes as you.

First up, we have GOLD DOT. It is their RTW line that carries trendy and statement footwear, bags and accessories. Products sold under GOLD DOT are of great quality and wouldn't burn a hole on your pocket.

 

If you really want to stand-out and you're looking for the best value for your money, GOLD DOT COUTURE is for you.

GOLD DOT COUTURE promises a pair that you'll forever rave about and so will your friends be. Custom-made pieces and designed just for you, does it get any classier than that?!

Their list of Celebrity Clientele ranges from Ms. Anne Curtis to Ms. Ai Ai delas Alas to Ms. Kris Aquino.

Feel like a star with GOLD DOT COUTURE.

the newest addition BLANC by GOLD DOT carries a line of much more affordable pieces perfect for everyday. Just because it's affordable doesn't mean it's not as fashionable! Strut your Blanc without spending too much. This line is perfect for those who are still going to school with their parents hard-earned money.

One thing that makes my proud about GOLD DOT is that they already penetrated the international market through SOLESTRUCK. Gold Dot is the only Philippine brand to be on the online shoe shopping haven.

These are SOLESTRUCK Exclusive GOLD DOT pieces available online.

Contact GOLD DOT

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GOLD DOT (HQ - Main) 

Fashion Instinct Retailers, Co.

Unit 4 Goldkey Mansion Pluto Street
Brgy. Bahay Toro, Project 8, Quezon City 
Metro Manila, Philippines, 1106

Tel./Fax: +(632)-4554520

Mobile Number: 0917-5070585

Office Hours:    Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
                         Saturday: 9:00am to 3:00pm

* EXCEPT ON DECLARED HOLIDAYS *

Other Concers:

MEDIA, PRESS or MARKETING: CLICK HERE

WHOLESALE PURCHASE or DISTRIBUTORSHIP: CLICK HERE

GOLD DOT COUTURE: CLICK HERE

GOLD DOT is also available at:

METRO MANILA

CABANA LOUNGE SHOP  NEW!2nd Flr. (NAIL SPA) 109 Gamboa St.
Legaspi Village, Makati City

THE RAMP (TriNoma)Crossings Dept. Store
1st Level, TriNoma Mall, Quezon City 

THE RAMP (Shangri-La) Crossings Dept. Store
3rd Level, Shangri-La Mall, Ortigas 

COSMOPOLITANArcheology Wing 2nd Level
Powerplant Mall, Rockwell, Makati City 

COCOBELLE50th Ave. 2nd Level
Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas

ZALORA PHILIPPINES
www.zalora.com.ph

   

VISAYAS

ADDICTED 2 CLOTHESTreehouse, R. Aboitiz St.
Cebu City

MINDANAO  

BETTINA BOUTIQUE (Limketkai Center)Ground Level Limketkai Center 
Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City

BETTINA BOUTIQUE (SM CDO)SM City Cagayan de Oro
Masterson Avenue Cor. Gran Via St.
Pueblo de Oro Township, Uptown Carmen 
Cagayan de Oro City

OVERSEAS  

SOLESTRUCK NEW!http://www.solestruck.com/ 

Web-Frenzy: SOLESTRUCK

Being addicted to shoes, I can't count how many freakin' hours I spend in front of my laptop or my smartphone, looking for my NEXT PERFECT PAIR.

I am such a fan of online shopping. I usually buy my shoes online and have them shipped directly here in the Philippines or in my grandmother's US address. Buying shoes online has a LOT of pros. One is that, you can be sure of it's authenticity and quality.

Well, I happened to stumble upon this AMAZING online shopping website which carries an ample of footwear line. From Adidas Originals to Cheap Monday to Gram to Topman. The site is SOLESTRUCK.

The name itself gives me chills!! haha.. I always get it when I hear about or stumble upon an online shoe shopping haven.

And when I say SHOE SHOPPING HAVEN, I mean every word!

They have a vast selection of footwear from Men's to Women's.

I love how unique the shoes the carry are. These are some of the pairs I'd LOVE to have.

I love how sturdy it looks and the red sole gives it an even edgier look. LOVE!

I am obsessed with Aztec prints and Shoes! What gets better than combining the two?! LOVE

ONE WORD: Scene Stealer! I love how it looks like a Creeper but isn't too high.  LOVE LOVE LOVE

Now this one, how do I even start.. I just love everything about this pair. SADLY, it is out of stock! Well, as they say, GREAT THINGS NEVER LAST LONG. haha. I just love how the Green and the Black mixed in contrast. It makes your pair stand-out.

SOLESTRUCK also has a gargantuan collection of Women's shoes. I LOVE Women's shoes. I love how sexy they look. Lets admit it, Women's shoes are just so damn interesting!

How can you NOT love SOLESTRUCK?! They carry our OWN! Philippine Pride, GOLD DOT. I'll talk about GOLD DOT on my next post. For the meantime, these are SOLESTRUCK Exclusive Gold Dot pairs. I'm totally in love with the 3rd pair. It's SEXY, UNIQUE, and INTERESTING. Gold Dot never fails to amaze me!

GOLD DOT is the brand behind some of Philippine's Top Celebrities' footwear. Don't you just LOVE Ms. Anne Curtis-Smith's thigh-high boots?! LOVES IT.

I'll talk about GOLD DOT on my next post. toodles!