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It might have seemed like an unusual footwear trend when they first hit the catwalks but women's brogues are everywhere right now and they look set to stay around despite being a footwear craze at first.
Originally a pair of practical shoes from the Scottish Highlands, brogues are traditionally a formal man's shoe with perforating detail and designed to be hardwearing and durable. But once high-end designers discovered them these formal men's shoes were on the feet of the most adored celebrities and took the fashion world by storm.
But it's not the first time women's fashion has taken influences from men's trends, the blazer, boyfriend jeans and cardigans are all borrowed from menswear so it wasn't going to be long before the footwear followed suit. And the main reason why brogues are so popular? As with any men's trend incorporated into women's fashions, it allows you to mix together feminine and masculine aspects for a quirky and individual look.
If you love the idea of brogues but they just don't work for you, fear not because many designers and brands have realised just that and now you'll also find a big choice of more girly women's brogues who crave that androgynous look with a hint of glamour. Although traditionally brown or black leather, the sudden craze about brogues has brought to life women's brogues in vibrant shades and even high heel brogues.
Girly
Just because they're classically a man's shoe doesn't mean you can't make women's brogues look feminine; wear pastel or multi coloured brogues or team high heel brogues with cute floral print dresses.
Retro
Team retro look brogues with thick black tights and shorts or a skirt and you'll certainly be rocking the retro trend. If that's a bit too obvious for you, a pair of jeans or leggings will also look great.
Preppy
Skinny jeans or cropped trousers worn with brogues will create a funky preppy look; simple white brogues are definitely key to create a fresh and effortlessly chic feel, while a pair of socks and a bit of skin will work wonders.
Androgynous
If you're all about the boyfriend look then women's brogues will be right up your street. You're best sticking to the classic black, brown or white with well fitting trousers and tailoring like a crisp white shirt or cotton blazer.
