Little strappy sandals aren't always weather-friendly for a December night out, but fortunately shoe-boots and ankle boots are hot right now, and they don't come much hotter than these black patent boots from Piccolo. So if you're doing the jeans and glam top look, or a sleek evening trouser suit, these boots rock. But beware of the ankle boots with dresses vibe (all over the catwalks though they are) unless you have great legs and wear the boots with tights in the same colour, otherwise they make legs look shorter, which really isn't the point! Piccolo have lots more festive footwear, so take a look....
Travel to Small Shoe Heaven!
You can't get much more luxe than black velvet and diamante, and these fabulous evening shoes from Small Shoe Heaven have it all. Velvet shoes are particularly good with silk and satin dresses, as the contrast of textures is so perfect. But don't carry a velvet evening bag with velvet shoes - go for a contrast, such as patent or metallic finishes.
