If you wanted a real-time read on the trends that matter most this season, New York’s subway station last night was the place to be. At their Métiers d’art Show last night, Chanel took to the city’s underground to debut its newest collection—and while the runway itself offered plenty to unpack, it was the footwear on the front row that immediately caught my eye.
Shelving the quaint ballet flats so often linked with the heritage house, every New York It Girl in attendance slipped into a pair of high-vamp heels instead.
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Adding height and polish to each look, these trending heels proved the perfect companion to the knee-length pencil skirts that dominated the guest list. Where a shallow, skin-baring pump might have felt delicate, these higher-cut silhouettes offered more coverage—and, in turn, more impact.
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Echoing the power-dressing shapes that defined the ’80s, high-vamp heels bring a retro energy that pairs naturally with the nostalgic trends resurfacing right now, including the sleek, below-the-knee skirts seen throughout the evening.
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More sculptural than the average pump and set to be one of the season’s most defining silhouettes, consider this your cue to make room for high-vamp heels in your own wardrobe. Read on to discover and shop the chicest pairs available now.
Shop High-Vamp Heels:
Zara
Limited Edition Leather High Heel Shoes
Be quick! These won’t stay in stock for long.
Massimo Dutti
Soft Nappa Leather Court Shoes
The short kitten heel adds a little height without sacrificing any comfort.
Arket
Leather Pumps
Shop this while it’s on sale.
Office
Marino High Vamp Court Heels
These look much more expensive than they actually are.
Anonymous Copenhagen
Phia 55 Pin Shiny Lamb Black
These also come in nine other shades.
Schuh
Shy High Vamp Court in Black
Pair these with a pencil skirt to get the look.
COS
Angular Leather Heeled Ballerinas
The small block heel ensures a comfortable stride.
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