10 Pairs Of Edgy Black Shoes To Own Now
They are classic staples which can add an edge to any outfit
Think black shoes are boring? Think again. These pairs we've curated here are elegant yet bold, so they inject an edge into your outfit but remain that classic staple you can wear again and again.
Alaïa's sandals channel the spirit of the '70s, with their towering heels and sturdy platform soles. Take advantage of their leg-lengthening effect by wearing yours with a mini dress.
145 suede and mesh platform sandals, US$1,370, Alaïa
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Crafted in Italy from soft black leather, this pair is set on block 125mm block heels with stabilizing platform soles. Wear them with sheer tights to make your legs look even longer.
Bianca knotted leather platform sandals, US$895, Saint Laurent
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These open-toe pumps are crafted in Italy from black leather and have towering, yet sturdy, 105mm heels. Pair them with something equally glamorous, just as the designer intended.
Embellished leather sandals, US$1,350, Tom Ford
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Bottega Veneta's mules – introduced by new Creative Director, Daniel Lee – are made in Italy from buttery quilted leather and have a comfortable 90mm heel. Slip them on with everything from jeans to shirt dresses.
Quilted leather mules, US$790, Bottega Veneta
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Meticulously crafted - each precision-cut strap on this pair of sandals is flawlessly outlined in scores of light-catching crystal embellishments. Wear yours to add a glamorous touch to cocktail dresses or tailoring.
Renee Strass 100 crystal-embellished suede sandals, US$1,595, Christian Louboutin
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These slingback 'Penelope' sandals are designed with dramatic ruffled organza trims that float beautifully as you walk. Wear them with a mini dress or cropped tailoring.
Penelope ruffled organza and patent leather slingback sandals, US$905, Alexandre Vauthier
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Made from smooth black leather and set on a slim sculptural block heel, with a snake-effect cap that keeps the focus on the square toe – a trending shape this season.
Belle snake-effect and smooth leather ankle boots, US$425, Aeydē
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The cool design of Alexandre Birman's 'Katie' sandals goes beyond the signature knotted bows – notice the transparent PVC trim at the toes and slim cross-over straps that secure the arch.
Katie bow-embellished suede and PVC sandals, US$595, Alexandre Birman
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Valentino's signature 'Rockstuds' have stood the test of time – they were introduced in 2010, and remain one of the house's most popular signatures a decade later. Wear yours with summery dresses.
Valentino Garavani Rockstud 95 leather espadrille wedge sandals, US$745, Valentino
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Stylish women like Kate Middleton and Kerry Washington have been spotted wearing Gianvito Rossi's pumps. You can wear them with everything from cropped jeans to midi skirts.
85 patent-leather pumps, US$675, Gianvito Rossi
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