Mega-magnified scales make this pump look more like it’s emblazed with dinosaur scales than snake-embossed nubuck. You’ll never hear me complain about exotic, even faux exotic, but this scale is so disproportionately huge its perturbing. What a shame: exotic stilettos with multiple ankle straps should be, on all accounts, amazing and hot with a capital “H.” That steel heel is quite treacherous, so steer clear of cracks in the sidewalk; there’s nothing sadder than a scraped-up stiletto. Fortunately, multiple ankle straps save the day. It’s too bad nothing can save the T-rex scales. On Shopbop
Pair with: Take it down a notch with Malene Birger’s crepe linen-blend blazer. Clean and cream with built-in vest detailing, the pairing is perfect for cocktail hour.
On Net-a-Porter for $630.