Are you dying to wear the latest Choo sandals? How about that hot and totally gorgeous red heel strapless sandal to go with your Alexandra Wang outfit?

Wearing designer shoes not only makes you look and feel good, it also helps you get your confidence level up to the next height. The only problem is how to break in the sandals without deforming them.

We have tried several times – stretching, bending, stomping, and we always end up with lines marking those sexy heels and throwing them into the garbage can instead of our closet.

This is also the reason why we see many people prefer to wear their old shoes rather than using the new ones

 they bought. This gives a totally whole new meaning to the phrase “one night stand.”  So if you want to break in your designer sandals and not have it labelled as a one night stand, here are some tips to help you out.

Rubbing alcohol. It is amazing what a small amount of alcohol can do to your shoes. Gently spray the inside of the shoes with a little alcohol and while wearing socks, wear the shoes to stretch them out.

To make it easier, you can walk around the house and if you feel up to it, you can even jump or do errands in them. This helps in loosening the shoe material making it a comfort to wear.

Shoe stretchers. Kids love it, moms swear by it. These shoe stretchers are the most inventive thing that every mother needs especially if she has many kids. Shoe stretchers make the leather material of the shoe or sandal stretch, making it softer and more pliant. The stretcher can prevent any blisters from forming in the heel or feet of the kid.

Gel insoles and cushions. To prevent any blisters from happening, you can always buy gel insoles or cushions. These would make it easier for you to break in the shoes without getting your feet some blisters.

Last but not the least, if you feel that your sandals still need some breaking in, bringing along your old sandals can help your feet rest.

You can always wear designer spats to add colour and a different style to your sandal. You don’t need to buy different colours and design sandals as wearing a fashion spat can readily change your outfit.

Searching for a different way to decorate your old footwear?

The thought of investing 1000's of dollars on my small favourite footwear to see them destroyed is really a shoe lover’s nightmare. Fortunately though, I had been brought to spats and also have now fallen deeply in love with it too.

Designer spats are traditional shoe add-ons which are wrapped round the ankles to avoid footwear from getting dirty especially throughout the wet season. Standard spats use leather, have buttons connected to the material and usually possess a loop underneath the instep to keep the spat in position. The latest fashions however, use various kinds of fabric. The designs and fashions are also unique, creating a stylish and often funky cover for your beloved footwear.

Buying SPATS could make your old footwear look completely new and simultaneously prolong its existence. If you're thinking about buying or purchasing spats, take a look at some guidelines to help you  pick the perfect spat to enhance your look not to mention, your footwear.

Obviously, everyone has their very own style. One might look great inside a conservative spat design however the same could look gaudy when worn by someone else. If you love animals, go for designs with animal designs like the zoology collection.

Should you often lean more about the conservative side, a monotone or low tone leather NU collection modal would fit your unique needs.

However, if you're not sure, you can test out variations first and find out which style blends well together with your personality. To be safe, you can purchase spats which are considered classics.

It is necessary for purchasers to look into the spat dimensions because this may either be considered a plus for your style or will make you appear just like a fashion victim.

Spats usually are available in 4 models - Low heels, ankle height High heel shoes, ankle height Low heels, calf height and High heel shoes, calf height.

If you're long legged, putting on high heel shoes and calf height spats will stress your legs. However, a short legged person may not look great when she put on exactly the same spats.

Putting on the best type of spat can also be key point that purchasers frequently overlook. An attractive lacy spat might look great and can make you appear stylish and pretty.

However, it can't defend against the cold and your feet warm throughout winter months. Recommended spats are manufactured from materials for example leather, synthetic fabric as well as real furs.

Make sure to put on the right designer spats to help you not just look elegant, but additionally help you stay warm thus serving dual purpose.

Discover the perfect designer spats for you personally today by going through our spats collection. Spats by TheSpatsFactory are manufactured from quality leather materials to make sure that 100% client satisfaction is achieved.

Did you know that there are many types of spats?  These include providence spats, football spats, ankle spats, black and white spats of the 1920’s and so much more. All these spats have one thing in common. The spats, providence or otherwise all serve as shoe spats covers to protect shoes from dirt, moisture and damage. Some spats provide some sort of support for the ankles as well.

Providence spats among others do serve as protection against the cold bite of chilly days of autumn and winter. In the spring, they give protection against water splashes of spring showers. In the summer, these spats are providence against the heat and harsh rays of the sun. As such, spats act as shoe protectors four seasons a year.

The providence spats as well as other types of spats are useful whether the climate is hot or cold. How is this so? Actually, this is due to the fact that today’s spats are made of a wide variety of fabrics in several weights and feel. There are light and airy fabrics used to make spats. There are spats made of heavier fabrics and textiles that are suited for the colder months.

Did you know that the providence spats can be used with many types of attire?  Yes, spats are now being worn with clothes for fun activities as well as formal office attire, even formal social events! This is how versatile spats have become. From the formal spats worn by the well-heeled gentlemen of the twenties, the spats have evolved to become fashionable accessories for almost every aspect of our social life.

Look at how the stars and celebrities use designer spats in their costumes and daily wear. You see many singers don spats during their concerts, stars in sitcoms wearing spats as they go about running errands and even going on outings wearing spats over their shoes.

Spats are now available for all shoe types, from the trendy banana ballet flats to the super high platforms that are very popular these days. There are short spats that cover only just above the ankles or long ones that can cover the calf from mid-calf to knee high. The choices are limitless! Colors, fabrics and styles are aplenty. Why not go out and buy the spats of your choice now and see what a difference they will make to your overall look?

Have you ever wondered why some celebrities wear the long red brown spats? As we have seen on some TV series, actresses have taken to wearing spats. Even Lady Gaga was seen wearing spats. The red brown long spats worn were used with short shift dress that falls just above the knee. The spats had projected a boot-like effect without the constricting confines some boots do.

Actually, the long red brown spats served not just as a fashion statement, these beautifully crafted spats shoe covers provided protection as well.

On hot summer days, they provide cool protection from the hot sun while on cold chilly days of the fall season, they provide warmth.

During the winter months, the spats protect from the severe cold. Another protection offered by the red brown long spats is that these accessories act as cover for expensive or delicate shoes from splatters of water or rain.

The word spats is short for spatterdashes, a term that originated from the fact that these are items that protect the wearer from spatters of mud and dashes of moisture. They evolved from gaiters, leggings made of either cloth or leather that cover horse riders’ legs starting from the shoes up to the knees. Later adaptations and changes resulted to shorter pieces covering just the shoes and ankles.

                      Acid Brown Spats                              Acid Blue Spats                                   Acid Red Spats

Today, the long red brown spats are the result of yet another evolution of fashion. Materials used are not just limited to leather and some type of canvas cloth. The spats of modern times come in many sizes and materials and in various lengths as well. Examples of materials include silk, cotton, lace, faux fur and many other textiles. Lengths range from the short ankle length types to the longer spats that reach up to mid-calf and to the original knee length pieces.

The colour of the long red brown spats is also a result of modernization. The original spats used to be white and/or black. Then other colours were used to make these very useful spats. Nowadays, you can find almost any colour of spats to match clothes of all types and styles, formal or casual, monotone or multi-coloured.

Are you looking for women’s spats? These days spats pattern are readily available in many online websites. With so many styles and designs that can be found you can be sure to unearth spats that can fit your taste or style.

Pattern for shoe spats is no longer limited to one size or length. There are spats for various leg heights as well as heel heights.

These range from the flats to the killer stiletto types for heel heights and from ankle to calf to knee high for the leg heights. With the wide selection available, it is easy to choose the right spats for any occasion.

Spats pattern have also been modified to include as few or as many décor as you like. Some pattern for spats include simple embroideries or printed fabric while others include more ornate designs. Spats that have laces, beads, ribbons and sequins as well as other adornments have been seen. Many come in unique designs and patterns that it is possible to have customizable or personalized shoe accessories.

The spats pattern itself could be made of lightweight material such as delicate laces or silks or heavy materials such as faux fur. The fabric may be attached with buttons or zips and other accents to create intricate or simple styles. Another option some women’s spats are given is the reversibility of the spats itself.

Some spats pattern has been made to be reversible so that when you buy these, you immediately have two styles. You can use each side for two different looks saving time and money. Imagine having two looks with just one accessory item. This is what versatility is all about!

So for the true fashionista who would not want to be caught wearing boring outfits at any time, why not come and see how spats pattern can help you achieve the flair and elegant style you want? Collections of shoe spats in various fabrics and styles as well as sizes are offered in many online sites. There are even store which will make for you the specific size and style you need.

Have you tried using women's spats? Women's spats are available in so many styles and sizes today that you can be sure to find one that fits you. Do you understand that spats were used for industrial workers before? 

The word spats comes from spatterdashes. This means that the shoes are protected from spatter that may come from water puddles, spills and mud splashes.

When used industrially, spats prevented workers from getting burned or harmed by accidental spills or chemical burns. 

Then, spats were modified for women who rode on horsebacks to protect their shoes. Soon enough, they became longer accessories for keeping legs warm. Today, they have again been changed to become the funky accessories they are as well as protection for shoes. 

Donning on a pair of spats today means safeguard for shoes and feet. They serve as shields for legs in inclement weather. 

Spats worn during autumn and winter when the weather is colder usually are made of warmer and heavier cloths or materials. For the balmier spring days or summer times, the spats are made of materials that are lighter and cooler on the skin. Silk or furry fabrics as well as cloths of different textures have been used in making spats. Spats can be used for any event or season. 

Spats are sometimes used as substitutes for boots in some cases to get the boot-like look without the weight and constriction. Since spats are easily removed, modifying your look is easy to achieve.

For easily adaptable boot look or shoe cover safeguard, you can wear or remove the spats anytime. Check out the various looks you can affect with the trendy foot fashion called spats now. 

Summer’s almost gone and soon enough, it’s back to school. With opening of the new school year, are you ready? Do you have a new wardrobe or will you still be wearing your old staples? Perhaps you’re not so keen on spending much on new clothes because of the current economic situation. Yet, you don’t want to be caught wearing last year’s has beens. No worry.

Here are some suggestions:

Update Your Style:

This year’s autumn/winter fashion focuses on the sixties, forties as well as tartan. Rummage through your closet and fish out those clothes from years before. You could even look into your mom or aunt’s closet and borrow or beg from their store of clothes. Then with accessories update the look. Add a tartan colored scarf to use as neckwear, tie or even belt and you’re in!

Accessorize:

Another way to get a trendy new look is to accessorize. With some small accessories you can change your entire look and update your wardrobe. One funky and trendy new way is to add spats. You can go for the low ankle height spats for warmer days and the higher calf height spats for chillier days to come. These come in various colors, design and textiles to fit any weather condition. What’s more, because they are detachable you can put them on or take them off anytime you want and instantly change the way you want to project yourself to the world. Aside from creating a new stylish trend, spats also serve as protection for your shoes keeping dust, dirt and grime away. Did you know that they are so versatile you can wear them with skirts, tunics or trousers? You can even wear them with leggings and be unique.

Layer:

A new trend seen on the catwalks are tunics over trousers. You could combine your tunics and trousers, mix and match them and be on your way across the campus warm and fashionable.

There’s really no limit to how you can change and update your wardrobe with a little creativity and imagination. And of course, a little help from accessories like spats, scarves and other knick knakcs we just can’t do without.

Is the constantly changing weather affecting your style and cool collected look?  Don’t let it. Stay cool and collected with The Spats Factory NU Collection Cool line of spats in three distinctly cool looks. The spats are made of cotton and silk with the colored layer trimmed with colored lace embroideries to help you maintain the feminine touch.

We have the Cool Dark collection which comes in four sizes. These are the LL for ankle height low heels, LH for ankle height high heels, HH for calf height high heels and HL for calf height low heels. So whether you go for the comfort of low heels or the sexy look with high heels, you have the Cool Dark spats to fit your taste. You just need to decide if you want the low ankle look or the higher calf height look. Dark brown with white and colored lace for the design layer makes for a beautifully feminine look.

Then we have the Cool Brown collection which comes in the same four sizes as the Cool Dark collection. A lighter brown color similar to tan is used for the design layer with various colored lace embroidery trim. For a different look, this would be ideal for women who just love this shade of brown. The design layer is likewise paired with black cotton and silk canete layer as well.

Lastly but certainly not the least in this collection is the Cool Light variation of the collection. This line comes in LL, LH and HH sizes. This would be ideal for women who like the light and clean color and design and the lace embroidery comes in matching light colors too.

With so many choices, these spats will certainly help in keeping your cool collected style. 

Do you want a classy new look with your outfits? Try our Spats Classic Collection that comes in various pinstripes and in dark and light colors.

We have four pinstripe designs to choose from and options for dark or light colored layers.

Since our spats are reversible, a pair will give you two new ways or looks instantly.

This is how versatile our spats can be.

Here are some styles from our Classic Collection:

The Swing Light

The Swing light collection comes in LH and HH sizes for ankle height and calf height high heels. Black pinstripe fabric is used for the design layer and cotton and silk canete is used for the other layer for cool and comfy wear.

Step out in these stylish spats for that classy elegant style. As the material is made of cotton these spats maybe used for any season of the year providing you complete versatility.

The Swing Dark

The Swing collection also comes in dark colors for those who prefer the darker shade. The same black pinstripe is used for the design layer while a darker colored cotton and silk canete layer is used for the contrasting layer.

This style is suitable for women who want to show off a more commanding presence with the darker color. The style comes in ankle height for both low and high heels.

The Ragtime light

For women who want more color, the ragtime light is another option with its blue pinstripe design layer and light colored layer. This is available in ankle height for high heels.

The same quality fabric is used as in all our styles for comfortable wear and stylish look.

The Ragtime Dark

This style is for ankle height low heeled shoes and comes in blue pinstripe fabric with dark layer for women who prefer darker colors.

The same classy elegance can be achieved with this style for women who are always on the go.

So for classic elegance, try our Spats Classic Collection to protect your shoes and legs as you go about your daily errands or business. 

Not all things old are useless or worthless. If it were not because of some things that our grandparents or even ancestors used, many of the modern conveniences we have today would not exist. In the same way, not all old items of fashion are useless and worthless.

Current trends in fashion go back and dig out styles and items of fads of old, whether it’s clothing, hairstyles, colour trends or accessories. Some of these things go back a few years while others could go as far back as decades or centuries.

One particular item that first made its appearance almost a hundred years ago is the spats. Originally used as shoe protectors to cover expensive leather footwear of the elite, today spats are worn mainly as fashion accessories. Yet, because of its versatility and the innovative and creative minds of today’s designers, the spats have evolved so much.

From shoe accessory used almost exclusively by men, it evolved to become part of military dress to use by the manufacturing industries in dangerous workplaces. Now, it has evolved to become modern and trendy fun wear and even formal wear.

Yet, there are some people who ask where to find vintage spats. Actually with finding vintage spats, we can always go to the internet. From archives of old fact books to estate sales to crafting sites, there are plenty of pictures and photos of old vintage spats.

Another place where one can find vintage spats include collector sites or personal collections of people who love accumulating and searching for vintage items. And if one cannot really find any vintage spats, one can always have one custom made or personally make one from the information can find through researching both online and offline.

There are patterns for vintage spats available from many different sources as well as the materials used by people of older generations. And if you want vintage spats with updated look, you can always modify your spats using vintage patterns and modern materials.

You can create your own unique spats or you can be different by using vintage spats you find from your research if you want to stick to truly vintage materials and designs. Either way, it’s fun to use spats as part of your style and fashion sense.