19 May 2012, 10:35 pm
Eva Herzigova attended the opening ceremony and premiere of “ Moonrise Kingdom ” during the 2012 Cannes International Film Festival in Cannes, France. 39-year-old sizzling beauty looked every inch a red carpet queen, wearing light pink lace and crystal beaded gown by Dolce & Gabbana. Hot and sexy, Eva Herzigova teamed it with strappy sandals. She toted up a classy gold clutch. Fashion-forward ...
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The women gladiator look will continue to be a fashion trend this season. The fashion brought us image of a fighter woman without fear to face the modern life arena. This style is created by using gladiator style shoes combined with tights or jean leggings while the weather is colder or with sexy mini-skirts when the hot weather arrives. The gladiator/warrior look is perfect for summer fun events or more formal black tie events when paired with the appropriate outfit.
Gladiator flats have an almost constant presence in all designers collections in multiple styles, shapes and colors. The gladiator-likeness design of these sandals or flats have inspired a trendy movement loved and adapted by many women world wide because it transmits an unequivocally message of a fun however strong independent woman.
In terms of colors the trends are vintage wine tones, bright red, citrus yellow and neon pink. These colors will transmit simultaneously a feeling of fun and power, so in tune with the urban gladiator/warrior style. Check the latest urban shoes at Tsubo.
Gladiator flats are practical and versatile and, above all, reliable. Gladiator flats aren't a brand new trend, in fact they have been a constant fashion trend for a couple of years now. However, recently appeared a new updated more trendy version. The most significant change has been the ankle straps which start to reach mid-chin. Moreover, the shape and overall style is much more close to the traditional gladiator than in previous seasons.
Gladiator flats can be worn with a sun dress or a short pair of denim shorts for a super trendy look. Metallic Gladiator sandals are big this season, soft metallics are a safe choice, because they are always very flattering on the leg.
Flats and platforms with multiple straps that circle the ankle, and occasionally the shin, have been a summer footwear trend for several seasons but, unlike many fashion trends, they are showing signs of serious staying power and remain one of the most fashionable items. The gladiator style reflects the harder aesthetic that has been appearing on the catwalk for many seasons and was adopt by modern practical trendy women.
The origins of the modern trend can be traced to 2001 when some ancient Roman and ancient Greece themed movies brought the millenarian look to our days. Some designers started to offer distinctly Grecian inspired looks and others simple strap Roman gladiator inspired footwear. More recently, some collections featured knee-high leather gladiators flats and leather gladiators with high heels.
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