Perhaps you received a pair of shoes as a gift that isn't really to your tastes? Or maybe you dug out an old pair of shoes from the back of your closet that you haven't worn in years, and you are keen to freshen them up? Read on to discover a few ideas to use as inspiration regardless of your reasons for wanting to makeover a boring pair of shoes.
Get painting
You can add your own artistic flair to your shoes no matter what material they are made of – from leather to fabric. Just make sure that you buy high-quality paint made specifically for use on that specific material to avoid cracking or a lack of adhesion. A good place to look online is wardrobesupplies.com.
Don't hesitate to get creative or, if you aren't exactly an experienced artist, you can even choose to paint your shoes in one or two block colors. Fear not – it is extremely difficult to go wrong with this approach regardless of how unfamiliar you are with a paintbrush!
Stick on some studs
There are so many different types of studs to buy, so you can create a variety of unique looks based on your preferences. For example, you can buy pointed studs for a punk rocker look or small square studs for something a bit more glamourous and feminine. If studs aren't really your thing, stick-on rhinestones are another alternative to consider. You can stick them on everything from pumps and sneakers to high heels and leather shoes.
Go glitter crazy
Grab yourself a tube of glue that will adhere well to the specific shoe material that you're working with, as well as an assortment of glitter, and you will be ready to get started. Use a small paintbrush to create small little embellishments using your glue before sprinkling the glitter over your design. Alternatively, paint glue over larger portions of your shoes and create a rainbow glitter masterpiece!
Use felt
It is easy to create interesting highlights for your shoes using felt and a bit of glue. For instance, you can cut out cute heart shapes and stick them on the front part of your footwear, or craft something slightly more intricate and use tiny clips or try your hand at needle felting to secure your creations in place.
Don't forget to donate or upcycle
If, despite your best efforts, your old pair of shoes cannot be revived, always try to avoid throwing them away. Consider donating them to someone in need, or a local charity shop if they are still in wearable condition. If not, you can reuse your shoes in a number of strategic ways. For example, you can transform a tired pair of high heels into planters for succulents – a definite future talking point amongst your guests! If you've got some time on your hands, it is also possible to create a leather cushion using the leather from your used shoes.
Here's to never having to wear a boring old pair of shoes again!
