5.10.11

{style inspiration: glitter ankle boots + how to}

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. . . nearly always prefer tall leather boots or a pair of heels to ankle boots, that is, of course, unless the ankle boots in question were suede and sprinkled in shimmery, glittery gold dust, which changes everything . . .



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{p.s.} the pair [above] is from barneys, but if you're in a creative mood with a extra little time on your hands, you could create your own:

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[instructions after the jump] x






y o u w i l l n e e d :
a pair of ankle boots
gold glitter
craft glue / permanent fabric glue

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s t e p o n e
find a pair of ankle boots for glittering -- new, or something you already own?

s t e p t w o
pick up gold glitter & craft glue; there were two kinds of glitter used here, one larger, and one smaller to fill in any extra spaces; the glue used was a permanent fabric glue, but other types, [for example, craft], may work as well

s t e p t h r e e
add the glue directly to the part of the first boot that you want to be glittered, using a brush to smooth out

s t e p f o u r

add glitter & let dry; tidy up the edges by removing all glitter that may have fallen along the heel or seams, etc.

s t e p f i v e
& it is as simple as that; pair with your favourite pair of skinny jeans or a short flirty dress and you're ready to traipse about town awash in golden shimmer . . .


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{p.s.} more detailed instructions here

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previous how-to's:

h a i r

* a sexy bouffant
* a side chignon

* a classic chignon
* a double-knot

e v e r y t h i n g e l s e
* gilded party animal cupcake toppers
* a braided brass hex nut bracelet
* a sweet nothings garland
*
a classic english hand-tied bouquet
* summery ombré napkins

{top image, andrea linett's boots photographed the style crusader, discovered via ~laura~; all other images & diy inspiration via le | fanciulle, discovered via a pair & a spare; numbered layout by roséline for this is glamorous}

43 | pensées, des commentaires & des notes:

Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms [Reply] said...

Oh my goodness. I am so doing this, thank you for making my monday a wee bit brighter!

Erin [Reply] said...

I love them! I think it would probably be good to shellac over the finished glitter, to make sure it doesn't end up all over the floor. Definitely going to try this.

Chelsea [Reply] said...

Yes! This makes me so happy! I can't wait to try it out...a little concerned about shedding glitter everywhere. xo

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

erin -- yes, that's definitely an option, although sometimes find that shellac dulls the sparkle of the glitter?

we have a gold-leafed coffee table, and it had the most alluring golden sheen, but after the shellac, the shine was never the same . . .

x

Meggy [Reply] said...

And now I just need to find the right boots! This is great!

Meggy from Chasing Davies

Britt @ Dreamy Spaces [Reply] said...

OMG!!! Cute boots! I want them bad! And I love those sparkles. Could they look any better? Doubt it! Gotta have em!!

L.A. in the bay [Reply] said...

GORGEOUS!

Elizabeth@rosalilium [Reply] said...

I probably need some sprakly shoes in my life.

Nice tutorial - thanks!x

Nik [Reply] said...

These are AWESOME! I need to find something to cover the glitter with to keep it from falling off.

house of earnest [Reply] said...

oh my goodness... this just made my day! I am doing it immediately!

Anonymous [Reply] said...

don't let the expensive price tag on those Miu Miu's fool you...they leave glitter all over the place just as much as a DIY version would. At least the DIY is sooooo much more cost effective :)

ebev [Reply] said...

These are fabulous cannot wait to try this out! I love customized and handmade items :)

xo, Erin

Something Old, Something New [Reply] said...

Such a fun / cute idea!

Bronwyn [Reply] said...

Oh, my god, these are excellent!

Tamara, Bella Boho [Reply] said...

So fabulous!

sécia [Reply] said...

These are fabulous.

♥ sécia
www.petiteinsanities.blogspot.com

Caitlin [Reply] said...

What an amazing idea! I need to try this sometime very, very soon!

Meikel [Reply] said...

I must do this! The pair you used is great, are you giving out the source? Thank you!

Callie Grayson [Reply] said...

Oh Yes! this is my next DIY project!!
thank you!
xx
callie

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

meikel -- could try these or these?

S + T [Reply] said...

Thanks for the re-post :P
Everyone seems to love my on-the-spot DIY hahaha!

P.S. if anyone wonders about shedding glitter all over the place, I put a bit of hair-spray on them after the photos were taken - hardly any of the glittery goodness has dropped off since then.

xx T
Le Fanciulle

funkytime [Reply] said...

oh love it!looks so glamorous!!!!

Lynne [Reply] said...

Love these - can never have too much sparkle!

MsK [Reply] said...

This is great!! I'm totally going to do this. Love!

Ana Magdalena [Reply] said...

can I have each pair? yes, and thank you :)

Brooke [Reply] said...

This is my next project - thanks for posting!

Erin Robinson [Reply] said...

can you tell me where these booties are from?

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

erin -- the top pair are from barneys, link in the post :)

x

Erin Robinson [Reply] said...

i was wondering where your pair (that you diy'd) were from...i like them better :)

Giselle [Reply] said...

which boots did you use its hard to find suede boots that have that separation to put the glitter?

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

erin & giselle -- the diy pair are from rubi shoes -- you can also check in the comments above [#20] for some other suggestions -- hope that helps!

x

Style Hoot [Reply] said...

I love these!! I can't wait to try this on my own. Such a fabulous idea.

Fashionthroughtravel [Reply] said...

Such a great tutorial, glitter and everything sparkly looks so cool with the fall colors outside!

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

{p.s.} for those that asked, these would work as well : http://bit.ly/t9ZWpD

Lindsay Anne [Reply] said...

I am your newest follower! Absolutely love this idea! I love your site! Thanks for sharing!

Anna (A Newfound Treasure) [Reply] said...

This is genius! LOVE it.

Pamela Bates of Mercantile Muse [Reply] said...

GREAT boots, I featured them on my blog, Mercantile Muse, today (with credit and link back!)

http://batesmercantileco.blogspot.com/2012/01/glittering-prize.html
have a great glittering day,
Pam

Anonymous [Reply] said...

These are so glamalicious! You could also use the same idea for the toes of shoes if they happen to be scuffed or worn. Thanks for sharing!

Lou xxx [Reply] said...

Just 4 words : I love the idea !

http://loudorleac.blogspot.fr/

Dana [Reply] said...

Love this diy! Looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!

Camille [Reply] said...

Shared on twitter, b/c this is fabulous...cheers.

shana fay [Reply] said...

absolutely love this DIY! thanks for sharing.

I have a grey suede boots, do you think silver glitter will look good on it ?

Thanks,
Shana x

http://sequinsnglitter.blogspot.com

{this is glamorous} [Reply] said...

shana fay -- yes, most definitely! although gold would love just as lovely x

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