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
