WE'RE ON INSTAGRAM & PINTEREST

We've just started an Instagram account for the website! Search for either Uncommon Ground or our user name uncommonground. We've already shared some photos from behind the scenes of our latest shoot and you'll get the first sneak peaks of new styles, such as these leopard print wedges from Kathryn Wilson.

And if you're on Pinterest there's an Uncommon Ground account for that too. We're pinning over HERE


And just in case you missed the icons on the site (they're kinda little) here's our FACEBOOK PAGE and TWITTER FEED

REBEL REBEL

We love how the December Forever Weaves compliment a 50's style vibe. Team them with some straight leg jeans with rolled cuffs, a loose tee and cropped leather jacket. Add a pop of colour with a head scarf and top off with some classic tortoiseshell glasses.


December Forever Weaves - $140
Bassike Raglan sweater - $120
Bassike Heritage Crew Shirt - $90
Nudie Jeans Tight Long John - $199
Karen Walker Sunglasses - $260
Sway Leather Jacket - $700

DECEMBER FOREVER WEAVES

A sweet on-foot shot from the Uncommon Ground office of December Forever Weaves. If you're curious, these are on a women's size 11 foot. They're fantastic for making larger size feet look in proportion! Click through HERE to see them in store and snap up a pair.

LUCIOUS LAYERS

 
Nat-Sui - Braided Sandal $147 - Uncommon Ground
Nudie Jeans - Kelly Straight $199
Skin & Threads - Cable Sweater $260

Just because the cooler weather is approaching doesn't mean you need to relegate those sandals to the back of the wardrobe just yet. Team warm toned leathers with dark denim, creams and greys for layering dream.

And don't think just because you wear a larger size shoe it means you have to keep your feet hidden. These thong style sandals wrap the ankle at eactly the right points making your feet look smaller than in regular thong cuts.

DEAR LARGE FOOTED LADIES...

On Wednesday night I had the privilege of speaking at the Women As Entrepreneurs meetup in Sydney. The main topic of the talk was why I started Uncommon Ground and where the idea came from. As I was standing there telling my story I realised that such a large part of this business is based on emotions. 

Being a women’s large shoe size meant for me that shoe shopping had become a total nightmare. It was an experience that I associated with frustration and depression, not the pleasurable act that it is for most women. And I know there are a lot of other women feeling that way because I’ve talked to you!

As I spoke, I realised that a lot of relief came from learning that I wasn’t alone in this struggle and that I wasn’t the only one in the world that hated my feet purely for the size of them. And so hopefully if you stumble along this blog post, you can feel a little comfort too; not only because there are other women out there cursing the unfashionable size 11, size 12, or size 13  shoes that they’re forced to buy, but because hopefully this website will make your life a little easier.

Krissy x

p.s. how great are these vintage shoes?! The pair second from the left look just like THESE.

AW12 KATHRYN WILSON

At Uncommon Ground we're really excited for the arrival of our AW12 stock, especially the above Robertson Loafer from Kathryn Wilson. What you can't see in this picture is that the loafer isn't flat, but instead has a medium height heel. And as us ladies with larger feet already know, when you combine the cut of a loafer with the perfect size heel, your feet look fantastically in proportion. Oh, and amazing stylish. Stay tuned for delivery announcements!

 Image: Kathryn Wilson

$100 VOUCHER IN CHARITY AUCTION

Brodie Donegan, who is a very dear friend of Uncommon Ground, has recently taken on a massive challenge and we’re really excited to be able help her out. On Christmas Day 2009 Brodie was involved in a horrendous accident while out walking. She was 32 weeks pregnant with her daughter Zoe when she was hit by a car and pinned against a tree. Rescuers were unable to release her for 3 hours. Although Zoe was still alive in the womb upon reaching the Royal North Shore Hospital, she died shortly after.

After 2 years and countless hours of rehabilitation and hard work Brodie has recently accepted the challenge of doing the London Marathon this year. To do so she needs to raise $13,000 for her charity of choice Miracle Babies.

She is currently holding an online auction through Facebook where you can bid on a large number of great items including a $100 Uncommon Voucher. This is a great chance to help an amazing woman raise money for a great charity, as well as maybe score yourself a bargain!
You can find the auction on the WALK FOR ZOE Facebook page.