Vintage Inspired Shoes by Hotter – Review
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A little while ago I wrote about my favorite vintage inspired shoe brand- Aerosoles. Well now I found a new brand (at least new to the USA) that has several women’s vintage inspired shoes from the teens to 1950s that are just as comfortable as my beloved Aerosoles.
Let me introduce you to Hotter shoes.
Hotter shoes was founded in 1959 as a slipper manufacturer in the UK. Today it has been kept a small family business, expanded its line to mostly casual and dress shoes, and has become the largest manufacturer of shoes in the UK! They just recently established their online store to ship to the USA. It may not be long before we see Hotter shoes in our local stores too? (I hope so!)
Hotter designs shoes for comfort. They also make most of their shoes in wide and extra wide sizes! For friends who have a hard time finding vintage style wide shoes Hotter fills a big need.
Are they really comfortable? YES! Yes they are. ( Full disclosure- I received a pair of the Rumba shoes to review. I would gladly be reviewing them even without a free pair.)
Hotter Rumba T strap Shoes– 1920s Perfection
The Rumba’s have a nice light cushion insole that absorbs impact. There are also no funky design lines across the ball or toe area that can poke and rub my feet the wrong way. A smooth toe and body style on most designs means there is nothing to irritate my feet. The rubber sole is thick and sturdy (not great for dancing but you can always alter them for dancing.)
Rumba shoes have a nice rubber sole
With a low french heel height of 1 /34 inches ideal for walking (I can’t walk in heels over 2.5 inches) I will be able to wear these all day. And they look accurate to the 1920s. I was in need of T-strap black evening shoes and these fit the bill perfectly. They come in several more colors too such as nude, pink, purple and navy. Hotter also has the similar Michelle T strap shoe with a taller 2 1/4 inch heel (picture below in navy).
Shop these and more at Hotter shoes
Now, I am not the only one who is in love with Hotter shoes. A few months back I posted a picture of the 1940s style Donna shoes (pictured left in teal green) on Facebook and Pinterest. Holy smokes! Each post went viral. There are thousands of likes and comments from owners of the shoes who love them.
Hotter makes something for every decade. Valetta is perfect for the teens to 1920s style. Follie is a cute slip on loafer for the 30s or 40s. Donna for 40s and 50s. Antoinette for the 50s (especially in PINK!) and Moonstone as an adorable 60s boot. There are a few others in the collection too. I’ll let you go hunt for them (hint: look at clearance). Although they do make men’s shoes too I only see the Town being a good choice for a vintage inspired wingtip oxford.
Right now you can get any of the hotter shoes on some great sales. For first time customers you will want to use code XMAFTY to get 40% off your first order plus free shipping (Valid through July 14 at 7pm EST, 2015 ) For returning customers you will like the Mid-Season Sale of up to 50% off plus Free Shipping with promo code: XMEFPP (Valid 6/4 – 7/15, 2015) Both sales bring the price down to under $100 a pair. That’s a great deal. I will be taking advantage of it as soon as I can make up my mind which one(s) I need to get.
*My only issue with the shoes I have is they seem to run big. I am a true 6.5 and they run about a half size too big. Luckily Hotter offers free returns with a prepaid label so there is no risk to exchanging (or returning.)
Do you have a pair of Hotter shoes? Share your review in the comments below.
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