There’s a time to wear what’s demure, and then there’s a time for bondage. When in doubt, you know which way to go with shoes. Always pick the hot pair! Even if you have no desire to get tied up in the bedroom, your feet will benefit from some naughty fun. These are my top 10 bondage-inspired sandals, guaranteed to keep life interesting:
1. Givenchy Ria Wedge Sandals: This is a classic Givenchy silhouette, from the lean stacked wedge to the revealing cut, but it’s the super-skinny elastic straps that make this pair a must. On NET-A-PORTER for $1,250.
2. Alaïa Laser-Cut Leather Platform Sandals: A mega heel for mega height, perforated straps, and finely crafted Italian leather: Shoes don’t get more quintessentially Alaïa than these. On NET-A-PORTER for $1,790.
3. Gianvito Rossi for Mary Katrantzou Strappy Suede Caged Sandal: Who says bondage has to be black? Take your multiple straps in a happy rainbow palette. At Bergdorf Goodman for $1,295.
4. Sophia Webster Mila Suede Sandals: Sophia’s wavy, swirly way with suede invites an element of playfulness to loads of sexy straps. On MATCHESFASHION.com for $735.
5. Stuart Weitzman Gladiator Sandals: Bondage doesn’t usually see the light of day, but we’re living in a post-Fifty Shades world, and these knee-grazing flat sandals will steal the spotlight from the sunshine. On Farfetch for $500.
6. Giuseppe Zanotti Design Strappy Sandals: Or take your sky-high Giuseppe gladiators with a side of stiletto for evening-ready drama. On Farfetch for $1,035.
7. Giuseppe Zanotti Design Rear Zip Sandals: If the notion of restraints makes you take a step back, reach for this geometric brown suede pair. Consider them a friendly introduction to more hardcore shoes. On Farfetch for $931.
8. Charlotte Olympia Caught in Charlotte’s Web Sandals: Count on Charlotte to put you in a spider web you don’t want to get out of with a clever take on her signature logo. On Farfetch for $1,090.
9. Alexander McQueen Lace-Up Sandals: Consider this peekaboo pair your supremely seductive (and more summer-friendly) alternative to the high-heeled ankle bootie. On Farfetch for $1,065.
10. Christian Louboutin Spiked Millaclou Sandals: Louboutin’s exaggerated platforms may be feeling a bit dated these days, but his studs will never go out of style. Nor will these countless straps. At Barneys New York for $1,495.