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I love shoes. In fact, I spend more time than is healthy browsing online shoe sales. I love how big a choice there is when it comes to styles. One of the most versatile shoe styles is of course Brogues. Brogues are a strong leather shoe with decorative perforations along the visible edges.

• They are very easy to adapt from a casual to a smart outfit.

• Suitable for all style seasons.

• comfortable and yet sturdy.

• Not just for men, they are a staple piece of your wardrobe.

• Perfect for lunch with friends or an androgynous even look if you're feeling more edgy.

• They are a reoccurring timeless fashion.

• They look great in shoe or boot form.

• They commonly have steel caps in four different styles so even ideal for most workplaces.

• They really are an investment piece

• They are incredibly hard-wearing and easy to maintain.

Well if that hasn't encouraged you to take the plunge and purchase a pair, then I don't know what will! 

I would love to know, How would you wear yours? My personal favourite look is with a skirt or dress to show them off.

*This is a collaborative post

In the past I have dabbled with cheap face masks for pamper nights but I have never used a proper face mask specifically for the benefit of my skin. I wasn't blessed with flawless skin. Some parts are very dry and look worse when I apply make up and I have very oily skin on my nose/cheeks/chin. It doesn't help that I tend to neglect it a bit and never stick to skincare regimes for long.

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