Shoes
Shoes
Nike Mind 001: The Brain-Scan Mule and the Slip-Ons Around It
Nike Mind 001 is the mule Nike built around 22 foam nodes and brain imaging, and this edit sorts it alongside the Mind 002 sneaker, recovery slides and easy slip-on shoes. I say when I would reach for each one and what to check before you commit.
Valentino Shoes for Women: The Rockstud, the VLogo and the Flats Between
A first-person guide to Valentino shoes women actually reach for, from Rockstud pumps and espadrille wedges to VLogo slingbacks, mules, ballet flats and loafers. It covers how each family wears and what to try before you decide.
Brown Heels: Pumps, Sandals and Mules With a More Personal Point of View
Brown heels can mean pointed pumps, strappy sandals, easy mules or a shoe with a little more going on. I say where I would wear each shape and what I would check in the fitting room.
Silver Heels: Dorothy's Shoes Were Silver Until Technicolor Got Involved
Silver heels have a better origin story than most shoes: Dorothy wore silver first. Here are twenty pairs, from mirrored pumps to crystal sandals, with a plain test for wearing them every day.
UGG Boots: From the Ultra Mini to the Tall Classic
UGG boots began as the sheepskin pair Brian Smith's California surfer friends were missing after cold morning sessions. These are 40 I would wear now, from the Ultra Mini and its platform to the tall classics, the Bailey Bows and the waterproof Adirondack.
Pikolinos: The Spanish Shoe Story With Two Beginnings
Pikolinos brings ankle boots, tall shafts, sneakers, sandals and leather accessories into one edit, with its Elche roots and Maasai collaboration in view. I like how its leather story puts the small construction details ahead of a grand fashion claim.
Designer Slides for Women: The Flat, Logo and Platform Pairs I Would Wear All Summer
Designer slides women actually reach for, sorted into flat leather slides, logo and rubber pool slides, and platform, padded, faux fur and embellished pairs. I go through how each kind wears and what to check in the fitting room.
Chanel Boots, From Quilted Combat Shapes to Tall Two-Tone Lines
Chanel boots move from quilted lace-ups to short cap-toe shapes and tall shafts. I would build the outfit around the hem and let the boot decide how much color and detail is enough.
The Mesh Ballet Flat Edit: Sheer Uppers, Studs and Crystal Details
This edit gathers mesh ballet flats, studded and crystal styles, mesh mary janes and slingbacks. I focused on airy textures, secure straps and easy ways to wear them with tights and a good coat.
The Cap-Toe Slingback: Beige, Black and Walkable Heels
This edit gathers the two-tone slingbacks shaping fall dressing, from beige pumps with black caps to block heels, kitten heels and flats. Start with the contrast and fit, then choose the heel height that suits your day.
The Bit-Trim Loafer: Backless Mules, Slides and Lug Soles
This edit gathers backless loafer mules, snaffle-bit loafers, platform slides and lug-sole styles, all built around polished hardware across the vamp. I picked them for their varied shapes and wearability, with notes on fit, materials and what to check in person.
Brown Sambas: The Adidas Samba OG, Jane and ADV in Every Shade of Espresso
Brown Sambas started as a 1950 football boot for icy pitches, and this edit sorts the Samba OG, the Jane, LT and ADV cuts, and a few terrace cousins by shade and shape. I say when I would reach for each pair and what to check before you wear them out.
Black Sneakers for Every Day
Black sneakers give an outfit a grounded finish without taking over the whole look. I wear them with straight denim, soft dresses and tailored pieces that need a little ease.
Black Boots: A Field Guide to Ankles, Tall Pairs and Lace Ups
A guide to black boots in three shapes: ankle boots and booties, knee high and tall pairs, and combat, lug sole, moto and platform styles. I talk through how each one wears and what to put with it.
Prada Shoes for Women: Slingbacks, Loafers and Flats I Would Actually Wear
Prada shoes women reach for most, sorted into slingbacks and pumps, loafers and lace-ups, and ballet flats, Mary Janes and mules. I walk through the materials, the shapes and the small fitting-room tests that help you choose.
Bridal Shoes: From Queen Victoria's Satin Slippers to Today's Pearl Heels
This edit of bridal shoes covers ivory pumps, pearl and crystal heels, sandals, flats and block heels for an autumn wedding. I started with Queen Victoria's 1840 satin slippers and followed the story to what brides wear now.
Yeezy Slides: Light Earth Tones, Dark Neutrals and the Foam Runner Cousins
Yeezy slides arrived in December 2019 as one molded piece of EVA foam, and this edit sorts the adidas Yeezy Slide by color, then adds the Foam Runner and the 450 Slide. I go through the names pair by pair and flag the men's sizing before you order.
UGG Clogs: The Goldenstar, Tazz and Tasman Shapes Worth Knowing
A guide to UGG clogs, from the Goldenstar and Goldenglow styles to Tazz and Tasman slip ons and the Otzo and Enwrap shapes. I walk through how UGG got here and which pairs I would reach for first.
White Heels for a Different Kind of Neutral
White heels bring a crisp note to a dark trouser, a simple dress, or a weekend jean. I look at white pumps, strappy sandals, and white kitten heels as small changes in proportion rather than a reason to rebuild an outfit.
The Two-Tone Ballet Flat: Black Toe Caps and Soft Beige Leather
This edit gathers two-tone ballet flats and slingbacks with contrasting toe caps, soft leather, quilting and small bows. I would start with the color contrast, then check the fit and finish.
Rene Caovilla Heels: Crystal Ankle Wraps and Evening Sandals
Rene Caovilla heels are known for jeweled ankle straps and sculptural stilettos. This edit collects the pairs currently on offer, from crystal-wrapped sandals to simple pumps. They are made to be the center of an evening outfit.
Brown Heels: What Meghan Wore on Her First 2020 Outing
Brown heels are the quiet alternative to black, and this edit sorts them by shape: suede pumps, kitten heels, slingbacks, mules and croc-embossed pairs. You get specific styling tips for each, plus one rule for choosing your shade.
Prada Sandals for Women: Platforms, Thongs and Slides I Would Actually Wear
Prada sandals women reach for, sorted into platforms and heels, strappy sandals and thongs that run from flat to heeled, and slides. Here is how each group wears, what to try in the fitting room, and what I would pass on.
Loafers for Women: Penny, Platform, Heeled and Suede Pairs
Loafers for women have moved from the prep closet to the center of everyday dressing. This edit covers penny, platform, heeled and suede pairs from a wide mix of labels. Pick the one that matches the way you walk through your week.