Trend: PLATFORMS! My journey filled with frustration finally came to an end (+ Naomi Campbell fall)

Finally. After searching for what feels like an eternity I found them… affordable platform sneakers in my size! You might already saw them in my OOTD post a couple of days ago, but I’m so pleased with them that I decided to give it a post on its own. These beauties deserve a minute of attention (just like Naomi Campbell her fall during a Vivienne Westwood show wearing INSANE platforms. Major respect to her but I can’t help to laugh every time I replay it. She finished her walk like a true queen though).

During my search for these platform sneakers I’ve been very frustrated. I had the feeling that it was impossible to find platform sneakers in my size for less than €200,-. I understand that the female consumer base for this type of apparel is way bigger than the male consumer base but .. that doesn’t mean that there are no men out there with the desire to rock the Spice Girls look! Female, male, straight, gay, bi, white, brown, tall, small... the Spice Girls were awesome and left their stamp on fashion forever. Everyone should be able to mix a little bit Spice (Girls) in their wardrobe regardless to who or what they are.

At the top of my frustration I almost purchased a pair of platform sneakers at H&M a few months ago. It didn’t bother me anymore that they were size 40 and I needed a 43. But thank god for a best friend to stop you from stupid mistakes like that. It was easy for her though. All the big clothing manufacturers started to sell affordable platform shoes in female sizes since the popularity started to rise. I have the feeling that this sudden popularity has something to do with the Underground Creepers  which gained a major fan base during the last couple of years. The need for platforms is big. We live in a time where individuality is key. So let’s gain a few inches in height and stand out!

Excuse me for this long plea but I had to share my frustration. Let me give you some more details on the Adidas Gazelles Platforms.

So the design of the shoe is not entirely new. The Gazelles have already been part of the Adidas collection for numerous years and are icons on the street. Adidas made a smart move by applying this trend on a model that is already popular. And even if you wouldn’t recognize the Adidas Gazelle, you would most definitely recognize the world famous three stripes /// !

The shoes come in two colors: black and grey. The shoe is made of quality pigskin suede on the top and leather (polka dots) details at the heel patch and the iconic three stripes.This polka dot design is also future on the inside of the shoe which is made out of comfortable textile lining. The sole consist out of rubber with a nice texture to it. This textured surface really gives the shoe an urban aesthetic. The sole is 4.5 cm high (1.8 inch) and extremely easy to walk on. Just never forget that you are living a few centimeters higher. Because gravel, grit and especially staircases can surprise you when you run a little to enthusiastically!

Please leave a comment how you feel about platforms and maybe you might even have some secret websites you could share with us!

Blog to you later!


P.S: The sneakers also make an appearance in Iggy Azalea het music video for ‘Fancy’ at 1:06.

GET THE ADIDAS GAZELLE PLATFORMS HERE:
Sarenza.com (where I got them)
Zappos.com (USA)