Tinfish Trendwatch: Blue Suede Shoes

We all know how cool Elvis was, right? So when he sang about blue suede shoes, it was for good reason. Stylish and practical? We're all over that.

As an alternative to the harshness of black, blue runs the gamut of shades from the vivid ultramarine of these Vagabond Edie pumps to the dark navy of these Base London Catch moccasins meaning there's a blue for every occasion.

For Work:

'Florence' by Vagabond, £69.99

Make blue suede shoes work for you this season. Not as harsh as black and an alternative to brown, the dark navy blue of shoes like Vagabond's Florence wedge and Paolo Vandini's Taunton brogue are perfect for wearing with lighter office wear and a great way to inject a bit of colour.

'Taunton' by Paolo Vandini, £69.99

For Play:

'Tanum' by H by Hudson, £94.99

H by Hudson's Tanum is the perfect smart casual trainer for the summer, fusing the smartness of the suede and patent leather detailing with the springy casualness of a trainer sole. Dare we even suggest that you could style them out for more casual work days? Yes we dare!

Doing the same smart casual job is Lotus' Jenna low wedge loafer. We love Lotus shoes for their comfort and generous fit. Got wide feet? These will fit you a treat. The generosity of fit is also a bonus for those hot sunny days when you've been on your feet all day and they swell a bit before you can get your shoes off! We've all been there.

'Jenna' by Lotus, £49.99

Inspired to step away from black? Come and see us and step into our blue suede shoes! 

All styles available online and in-store subject to availability.

Tinfish Loves.... H by Hudson Horrigan

When we say we love these H by Hudson Horrigan ankle boots, we're not sure there's words enough to convey exactly how much we love them.

They're pretty innocuous looking right? That's part of the appeal. They will go with everything. The gorgeously rich bordeaux colour of the burnished suede is super versatile while the tan straps add a tough girl edge to these Cuban heeled beauty booties.

We've styled them up in three different ways to show off just how awesome they are.

1. Dressed down chic

Cotton twill trousers, £22, ASOS, Blouse, £25.99, Zara, Double buckle bag, £48, Urban Outfitters

This is a look that will take you from Spring to Summer in casual elegance. This is an outfit that can be thrown on and look amazing. We all need go-to outfits like that! Accessorise with a piece of statement jewellery in gold tones.

2. Festival princess

Chelsea Girl floral dress, £25, River Island; Barrel bag, £40, Oliver Bonas; Feather necklace, £16, Hannah Zakari

Be the belle of the festival scene in this outfit which will work equally well in the city. It's little bit retro, a little bit boho, a whole lotta of cool. Wear with tousled beach hair and a go where the wind takes you attitude!

3. Retro office cool

Zig-zag pattern shirt, £35, Joy; Zip wrap skirt, £32, Topshop; Satchel, £38, Warehouse

Add a retro twist to your work wardrobe by mixing patterns and colours. Add some thick colour blocking tights and this is a look that's comfortable but means business!

Need these boots? You can buy H by Hudson Horrigan instore or online for £144.99.