Whether it’s your work-week essential or your weekend counterpart, there are just some shoes that touch countless shoppers’ hearts. We all know them; they are recognizable yet unique, have proven loyalty among shoe lovers and staying power in a market where there’s always something new for shoppers to lust after.
Whether you’re looking to expand your collection or trying to decide on the perfect classic design to begin it, trying to compare options across the board can be confusing. Today, we’re here to give you all the shopping information you need, including heel heights, prices and availability, for your next classic purchase. Below, you’ll find ten of the hottest classics currently available, plus all the info you need to decide which one is right for you.
Christian Louboutin So Kate Pumps
Heel Heights Currently Available: 120mm (4.8 inches)
Price: $675 – $1,395
Availability: At Christian Louboutin boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Barneys and Christian Louboutin.
Christian Louboutin So Kate 120mm Printed Cork Pumps $695 via Net-a-Porter
Jimmy Choo Anouk Pump
Heel Heights Currently Available: 120mm (4.8 inches)
Price: $595 – $2,725
Availability: At Jimmy Choo boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, farfetch.com and Jimmy Choo.
Jimmy Choo Anouk Pump $750 via Jimmy Choo
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi Pump
Heel Heights Currently Available: 115mm (4.5 inches), 100mm (4 inches), 70mm (2.75 inches)
Price: $965 – $1,025
Availability: Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Barneys and Manolo Blahnik.
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi Floral Satin 115mm Pump $965 via Bergdorf Goodman
Valentino Rockstud Pump
Heel Heights Currently Available: 100mm (4 inches), 65mm (2.5 inches), 7mm (0.25 inches)
Price: $995 – $1,895
Availability: At Valentino boutiques as well as Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Barneys and Valentino.
Valentino Harlequin-Print Rockstud Pump $1,195 via Bergdorf Goodman
Saint Laurent Tribute Sandal
Heel Heights Currently Available: 140mm (5.5 inches) with a 30mm (1.25 inch) platform, 135mm (5.25 inches) with a 30mm (1.25 inch) platform, 125mm (5 inches) with a 25mm (1 inch) platform, 110mm (4.3 inches) with a 25mm (1 inch) platform, 105mm (4.25 inches) with a 25mm (1 inch) platform, 100mm (4 inches) with a 25mm (1 inch) platform
Price: $895 – $1,395
Availability: At Saint Laurent boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, farfetch.com, Barneys and Saint Laurent.
Saint Laurent Tribute Lizard-Embossed Platform Sandal $995 via Neiman Marcus
Tom Ford Ankle-Wrap Padlock Pump
Heel Heights Currently Available: 105mm (4.25 inches)
Price: $1,150 – $1,590
Availability: Net-a-Porter, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, MyTheresa and Tom Ford.
Tom Ford Python Ankle-Wrap Padlock Pump $1,590 via Bergdorf Goodman
Gianvito Rossi The Plexi Heel
Heel Heights Currently Available: 105mm (4.25 inches), 5mm (ballerina flat)
Price: $670 – $ 925
Availability: At Gianvito Rossi boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Barneys, Forward by Elyse Walker and Gianvito Rossi.
Gianvito Rossi Patent PVC Illusion Pump $745 via Neiman Marcus
Casadei Blade Pump
Heel Heights Currently Available: 125mm (5 inches) with a 12mm (0.5inch) concealed platform, 115mm (4.5 inches) with a 10mm (0.4inch) concealed platform, 100mm (4 inches)
Price:$695 – $1,350
Availability: At Casadei boutiques as well as Saks, farfetch.com and Casadei.
Casadei Blade Pumps $750 via Saks
Aquazzura Amazon Leather Lace-Up Pumps
Heel Heights Currently Available: 100mm (4 inches)
Price: $835
Availability: At Aquazzura boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, farfetch.com, Barneys.
Aquazzua Amazon Leather Lace-Up Pumps $835 via Saks
Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandal
Heel Heights Currently Available: 115mm (4.5 inches), 95mm (3.75 inches), 70mm (2.75inches)
Price: $398 – $2,300
Availability: At Stuart Weitzman boutiques as well as Net-a-Porter, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, farfetch.com and Stuart Weitzman.
Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandal $398 via Stuart Weitzman