Women's Designer Shoes
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Buying Women's Designer Shoes
Women's designer shoes top the wish-list of thousands of shoppers every year. If you want to buy a pair, though, you may have your work cut out for you. Not only do the top designers charge a small fortune for their creations, there's often a waiting list for the season's "must have" styles.
If you have your heart set on a pair of women's designer shoes, follow our guide on what to buy and where to buy it.
The Big Names in Shoes
When you think of designer shoes, there are two names that immediately spring to mind. Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo have become household names in the past decade, thanks to celebrity fans such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Princess Diana.
While Manolos and Choos are considered the classics of the designer shoe world, they're far from the only choice. All of the main designers have their own line in shoes. There are classics such as Gucci and Prada, as well as relative newcomers like Christian Louboutin.
Style Guide
When it comes to fashion, women's designer shoes lead the way. Designer shoes tend to be a little more "out there" in terms of style, making use of unusual or luxury fabrics or prints to create some jaw-droopingly different looks. However, the designers also specialize in creating classic shoes which never go out of fashion. If money is tight, it may be best to go for one of these designer classics instead of a trendy style.
Many of the styles you'll find in less expensive shoe stores are inspired by the big designers. This means that if you can't afford to drop a few hundred dollars on shoes, there's almost always a cheaper alternative to be found.
The Cream of the Crop
Looking to make a style statement? Here are some of our hottest picks in women's designer shoes:
The Mary Jane is classic Manolo, instantly recognisable to anyone who knows their shoes. With high, stiletto heel and thin strap to the front, it's the "wear with anything" shoe that comes in a range of different colors and styles. This season, Blahnik's open-toed Mary Jane has been selling well. However, there's also a sling-backed version.
Prada are know for their more modern, urban take on style. Their classic black slides epitomise the brand. Unlike some women's designer shoes, Prada's shoes are always wearable. They will add a modern twist to any outfit.
Shoes and handbags were among the first items ever manufactured by Gucci. It's clear to see that the Italian fashion house has had a long time to perfect its technique. This summer Gucci's gorgeous platform sandal is star of the show, coming in a range of different colors and effortlessly working this season's platform look.
Every girl needs a pair of flatties for those long shopping trips and other outings for which stilettos just won't do. Look no further than Tods.
Where to Shop
You'll find women's designer shoes in large department stores such as Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. If you can't make it to the stores, though, many of the designers have online stores at their websites. You can also try Zappos for a wide selection, all under one roof!
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