All for the love of a shoe

Now I know that London Fashion Week starts today and for many that's what you'll be reading about. So, given there will already be hundreds of blogs and articles to read about the catwalks, the celebrities and the designers, I thought I'd do something slightly different but still London Fashion Week inspired.

You see, this morning I made a discovery. I think I'm a bit late to the party given she first exhibited at London Fashion week back in 2007 but I don't mind, I'm just glad I found her.

Hetty Rose makes some of the most beautiful shoes I have ever seen and, as an added bonus, she seems to agree with the idea that something unique and bespoke is the way forward.

Her collections are based on recycling vintage materials to create fantastic handmade shoes, each pair fitted to the wearer by the designer herself. A variety of vintage materials including recycled kimono fabrics add colour and beauty to whatever style of shoe you choose. In fact, they are so lovely I'm sure that if you are lucky enough to be able to afford a pair (prices go upwards from £350) they will not be just a pair of shoes but a treasured possession to be looked after, looked at and even passed down through families.

As you've probably guessed I'm a complete convert and am already debating whether I really need to go on holiday this year or whether the money would be better spent on a pair of shoes but if you're not yet convinced just visit her website and see for yourself - www.hettyrose.co.uk