Red hot to trot

It would be entirely safe to say that women take to shoes as fish do to water. This analogy applies to women worldwide and especially to those on our great shores. Long after the Imelda incident, we’re still touted as a nation of shoe lovers. What more could one expect when one of the biggest taipans here owns scores of malls named "Shoemart"?

A key source of many a lady’s joy, shoes possess magical powers – exemplified by Dorothy nabbing those red slippers and heading to Oz. They have the ability to change your mood (usually in a more uplifting manner), cover unsightly feet, have the power to seduce men, to kill (when used as weapons) and to make people envious.

Dancing shoes elicit the kind of reaction that just makes you want to shake what your mama gave you. When Prince Charming was combing the kingdom for his Cinderella, he had that prized glass slipper in tow. Carrie Bradshaw of Sex and the City fame spent thousands of dollars on shoes rather than saving any dough to live on. Needless to say, acquiring shoes can be quite an adventure and a steep expense as we’re prone to consumerism and trends are so fleeting. Well-respected local brand Janylin is the place to score when looking for amazing styles at reasonable prices that won’t leave you out on the streets. Manila-made shoes have come a long way and it’s a pleasure to see how Janylin has risen up the ranks.   Most fashion spreads include a selection of Janylin shoes as they are accessible and fashionable. They offer a bevy of colors, materials and many styles to choose from, making shoe lovers swoon. Their boutiques are a dream in satin, suede, skins, patent and velvet, amidst a sea of embellishments. Whether you fancy D’Orsays, pumps, slingbacks, mules, stilettos, wedges, platforms or flats, Janylin offers a slew of footwear with flair that makes you proud to sport Pinoy. From now until Oct. 31, newly approved HSBC Red MasterCard primary applicants can snag a free pair of Janylin shoes worth up to P1,600 to be claimed at participating Janylin branches.  This particular MasterCard is the first credit card designed exclusively for women. How wonderful is that? They know where to put the money. Don’t fret if you already have a card, there’s still something in it for you. Existing Red MasterCard holders can refer applicants and for every approved applicant, they’ll receive a voucher for Janylin shoes worth up to P1,600. In addition to the free shoes, Red MasterCard holders can enjoy a 20-percent discount on purchases in Janylin stores. That’s shoes galore and it’s not even Christmas! So click those heels, sign up today and start choosing your fab footwear!