Shoes
Shoes
Velvet flats: The Albert slipper leaves the house
Velvet flats move between ballet shapes, Mary Janes, pointed toes, loafers and mules, with the Albert slipper's history in view. I would let the shape set the mood and save the velvet for a day that wants a little texture.
Chanel Boots: Combat, Chelsea and Pearl Pairs, Pre-Owned and One at a Time
A look at Chanel boots, from lace up combat pairs to Chelsea, moto and pearl heeled styles. Every pair is pre-owned, so this edit explains the house codes behind them and how to check a single size.
Someone Else's Closet: A Personal Edit of Shoes, Bags and Trousers
The personal edit has replaced the trend report as the way people find clothes, because a real wardrobe has logic that a trend list never does. What makes one work is inconsistency: the odd combinations nobody would put in a lookbook. This edit is built to be read as a closet rather than as a category page.
Chelsea Boots for Women: Lug Sole, Pull-On and Leather Pairs
A familiar ankle boot that brings a grounded finish to dresses, denim, and tailoring.
Kitten-Heel Boots
A low heel that walks all day
Dolce Vita Mary Janes: Plus Boots, Flats, Sneakers and Mules
Dolce Vita Mary Janes sit with the ballet flats and loafers in this guide to the brand's Lower East Side start. I also go through the boots and booties, sneakers, pumps and mules worth knowing.
Boot Season: Knee-High, Ankle and Western Boots to Wear
Boot season runs from the first cool morning to the deepest cold, and knee-high, ankle and western boots are all in play. I collect the pairs I would live in, from UGG minis to Prada shearling-trimmed boots.
Shearling Boots With Straight Jeans: Snow, Ankle and Suede Pairs
Shearling boots with straight jeans make a look that reads deliberate, not like a house shoe. I paired shearling and faux fur boots, from ankle to knee height, in leather and suede, with straight leg denim.
Black Jeans, Dressed Up
Black jeans dress up with silk, cashmere or a blazer on top, then heels and a small bag for the evening. I start with the jeans in every shape and build the night out from there.
Comfortable Heels Exist, and They Are Mostly Under Three Inches
Yes, comfortable heels exist: under about three inches the foot stays in a position it can sustain, and a wide base spreads the load. I look at height, toe shape and kitten heels from By Far, Cult Gaia and Isabel Marant.
Ancient Greek Sandals: Two Designers and Their Leather Sandals
Ancient Greek Sandals started in 2012 when Christina Martini and Nikolas Minoglou began making sandals in factories in Greece instead of selling the tourist version to visitors in Athens. Notes on the leather sandals, flats, mules and jellies that came out of that idea, and how to pick between them.
Fall Boots: What Separates a Good Pair From a Mediocre One
Fall boots split into two real categories: a clean leather shaft built for dry pavement and a lugged sole built for wet or rough ground. The choice matters more than color or brand once the weather turns unpredictable in early fall. This edit compares knee-high and ankle styles side by side so the shaft fit and sole grip, not the silhouette alone, decide which pair earns a spot in rotation.
Hunter Boots for Women: Tall, Short, Chelsea and Puffer Styles
A guide to Hunter boots for women, from the tall and short rain boots to the Chelsea styles and the puffer booties. I cover the brand's story, how each shape wears, and how to choose one.
Looking for the Most Comfortable Heels? Start With the Block, Not the Stiletto
Heel comfort used to be treated as a myth, something you traded away for height and shape. The most comfortable heels now come from brands that engineered the footbed and heel geometry for standing time, from cushioned block heels to low St. Agni mules and kitten heels built for a workday.
Chunky Loafers Won the Flat Shoe Argument
Chunky loafers replaced the thin, delicate penny loafer as the default smart-casual flat, mostly on the strength of a lug sole borrowed from hiking boots. The eight pairs here show how wide that category has already gotten, from a slim classic silhouette on a thick sole to a fully studded leather version. The sole is doing more work than people give it credit for.
Buckled Boots
Structured boots in dark leather and suede finished with buckles, straps and metal hardware. For anyone who wants shoes that give an outfit some edge.
The Lug-Sole Shoe: Polished Loafers, Square-Toe Mules and Boots
This edit gathers lug-sole loafers, square-toe mules, flatforms and ankle boots in polished leather, suede and shearling. I would start with the sole, then check the fit and finish.
Rothy's Shoes: Knit Flats, Loafers and Mary Janes Worth Knowing
A look at Rothy's shoes, the San Francisco brand that knits its uppers from recycled water bottle thread. I go through the flats, the loafers and drivers, and the Mary Janes, clogs, sneakers and sandals.
The Sculptural Heel: Pointed Pumps, Metal Caps and Strappy Sandals
This edit covers sculptural-heel pumps, metal-toe pumps, platform strappy sandals, suede pointed pumps and black patent slingbacks. I would start with the heel shape and check the toe and seams before anything else.
Hermès Sandals: The H That Began With Three Straps
Hermès sandals, from Oran and Chypre slides to espadrille wedges, flat sandals and mules, make this edit about shape rather than one famous H. I explain how I would size a pre-owned pair and what I would inspect before wearing it.
Cowboy Boots, Three Ways: Tall Tassels, Ankle Booties and Suede with Stitching
A guide to cowboy boots in three groups: tall and knee high pairs, ankle boots and booties, and suede, snake and embroidered styles. I talk through the history behind the shape, how each pair wears and what to leave on the shelf.
Nike Air Max: From the Air Max 90 to Dn8, a Sneaker Born From a Paris Building
The Nike Air Max began with a trip to the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and this edit sorts Air Max 90, Air Max 95, Air Max Plus, Dn8 and Muse pairs by how they wear. I say when I would reach for each one and what to check before you lace up.
White Loafers for Women: Wear Them Past Labor Day
A guide to white loafers women can wear all year, from classic penny and driving styles to horsebits, tassels and chunky soles. I sort 40 pairs by shape and tell you how to keep white leather looking clean.
Silver Heels: Strappy Sandals, Platforms and Pointed Mules
Silver heels can read like jewelry at the ankle, so this edit moves from strappy sandals to platforms, pointed-toe pairs and mules. I say when I would reach for each shape and what I would check in the fitting room.