Moda in Pelle Reveals How Much Women Spend on Clothes and Shoes in Comparison With Men in the UK

LEEDS, ENGLAND, August 02, 2012

Moda in Pelle have just launched the AW12 collection of shoes bags and boots both online and in stores across the UK. Although recent reports show that the UK has fallen further into recession and the run up to Christmas could be a tough one for retailers, figures show that women will still spend on average GBP84,000 on fashion items in their lifetime and shoes account for the largest percentage of that figure, so now is the time to invest in shoes that will see you through the entire season in style, quality and comfort.

This season Moda in Pelle are exploring and adapting catwalk inspired trends at the core of its collections. The brand takes a delicate look at footwear trends that continue to remain strong and those new trends that have been elevated on to the high street.

Animal print remains a key pattern running throughout this collection, transforming peep toes and ladies' boots into strong fashion statements. Metallic detailing highlights single sole sandals and diamante jet stones transform an ordinary pump into a dazzling evening alternative.

In addition the brand has dived into the elevated footwear trend adding the modern wedged trainer into the range. Red is the new black with the colour adoring all footwear styles and prints. While other colours dip from neutral browns to purple hazes and mustard yellows.

While incorporating these trends, the collection has been built within six fashion stories that have taken inspiration from glamorous eras and desirable ways of life across all borders of the world...

Country Chic is a classy, equestrian theme with a nod to the 70s. Both riding boots and pull on stack heeled boots are prominent styles. Equestrian hardware and buckles complete this look along with a dark and neutral colour palette.

Global Adventure is a casual theme that is built around the concept that anything goes. From crepe heeled wedges to ash shoes, from tassled shoe boots to heavy duty biker boots; these styles are designed to take you around the world in comfort and style.

The Orient Express is an exotic and highly glamorous story inspired by hints of The Orient. Styles range from Geisha wedges to platform shoe boots with bold detailing. Colours are feminine and luxurious with opulent tones and flashes of metallic.

Power Dressing is a clean and sophisticated fashion story. Metallic toe caps and hardware are key to this look along with wide block heels. A mainly dark colour pallete is accentuated by bright red leopard print for a strong masculine edge.

Tailor Made is a ladylike yet tailored and structured look. Feminine detailing such as tassels and gold piping adorn matching shoes and bags, while colours includes nudes, greys, rich purple and a flash of hot pink

The Affair is all about evening glamour, with an emphasis on all things decedent. The theme marks the return of the single sole sandal along with peep toes and perfect points. Styles are embellished by metallic colours, sequins and diamante jet stones.

Moda in Pelle has incorporated these trends into their Autumn/Winter collection resulting in a selection of unique styles that every woman can wear.

As well as the aforementioned figures on women's fashion expenditure Moda in Pelle's most recent infographic shows these figures in comparison with how much men spend and what they spend it on, it is probably not surprising that men are more inclined to spend money on alcohol and music where as women spend the most on clothing and gifts.

The infographic also shows that women are not afraid to tell a few white lies to fool their partner about the cost of these purchases, read the top 10 excuses used!

Moda in Pelle was launched in the mid 70s having one store in Leeds. Today, Moda in Pelle is an international boutique brand with stores in London, Manchester, Brighton and Leeds.

Moda in Pelle's light airy boutique style stores always carry a range of stylish shoes, bags and jewellery, presented beautifully in striking hot pink and black packaging. Friendly in-store staff are committed to helping customers find the right shoe.

Website: http://www.modainpelle.com