Majorly hot shoes for the modern chick. Nobody has been doing it the way Giuseppe Zanotti has lately. Banging out one after another, I can’t wait to see what the man is going to come up with next. Although I’m satisfied for the moment, thanks to this wildly flirtatious platform sandal.
A cutout wedge has the edge of a regular one, but splitting it in two gives it another dimension – that of an unusual heel – that draws the focus downward. It almost has a bodacious cartoonish quality, in a way that’s sexy, not silly. And covering the wedge in leopard-print pony hair is way decadent. It sets the entire focus on the heel, with the suede upper being the background – an unexpected little surprise for the eyes. There’s also that python trim snaking around the sole, only for those who get up-close and personal. What did I say about decadent? Straps cut in a flattering fashion – the ankle strap seals the deal – making this a totally perfect good-time shoe. At Barneys New York for $930.
Pair with: A crepe and tulle dress by Red Valentino, with a drop skirt and sheer paneling, sets you up to be the life of the party. Even if you’re feeling mellow, your wedges will do the talking. On Luisa Via Roma for $649.
