Shoe Pairing Guide
Which shoes solve your styling puzzle? Start by analysing your outfit’s style, the flare of a skirt, the taper of trousers or the drape of a slip dress. A slender stiletto amplifies narrow lines, while a wedge or block heel grounds looser shapes without losing height.
Next, assess the terrain. Will you be navigating marble boardroom floors or rain-slick pavements? Fine-tipped heels might sink into grass, but a wedge or chunky sole offers traction and lift. Finally, match colour temperature and material weight, cool-toned patent leather complements tailoring while suede and woven textures feel at home with linen and cotton. Follow these three decision points – shape, surface and tone, and you’ll step into confidence every time.
Heels – Precision and Lift
Stilleto Statement
Jimmy Choo
Love 65mm Ballet Pink Patent Leather Pumps with JC Emblem – £650
A 65 mm tapered heel and subtle emblem draw the eye. Wear under a charcoal pant-suit and crisp white shirt, letting the pump’s blush tone soften sharp tailoring.
Block-Heel Balance
Stuart Weitzman
Felicity 60 mm Black Patent Leather Block Pumps – £450
A 60 mm square heel in patent black. Slips beneath a pencil skirt and untucked silk blouse, marrying structure and ease.
Wedge Lift
Castaner
Carina 70 mm Tostado Suede Wedge Espadrilles – £145
Jute-wrapped 70 mm wedge in toasted suede. Ideal with a linen sundress or high-waist shorts for café-terrace days.
Shape Flats with Comfort
Bow-Tied Ballet
ASOS Design
Wide Fit Lake Bow Pointed Black Ballet Flats – £20
A pointed toe and oversized bow lend polish. Perfect under straight-leg jeans or a tea-length floral dress.
Polished Loafers
Clarks
Havisham Edge Black Patent Loafers – £60
A micro-heel and minimal hardware on glossy leather. Pair with cropped tailored trousers and a Breton stripe.
Striped Espadrille
Manebí
Cotton Jacquard Navy Blue & Red Mini Stripes Valenciana Espadrilles – £95
Woven cotton jacquard and a soft sole. Wear with a striped linen co-ord or a floaty midi skirt.
Impact Sandals
Clean-Line Strappy
Gianvito Rossi
Portofino 105 mm White Nappa Leather Heeled Sandal – £730
Narrow white straps and a 105 mm heel. Let them peek beneath a slip skirt and cropped knit.
Casual Slides
Birkenstock
Siena Flower Embellishment Light Rose Leather Sandal – £125
Ergonomic footbed with floral-leather straps. Pair with a linen playsuit or wide-leg culottes.
Crystal-Buckle Embellished Sandals
Ancient Greek Sandals
Audrey Black Leather & Swarovski Crystals Sandal – £190
A single crystal-encrusted buckle on black leather. Worn under raw-hem denim or a pared-back white shift.
Year-Round Boots
Western-Edge Ankle
Russell & Bromley
Calle Black Leather Western Chelsea Boot – £295
Pointed toe and low stacked heel. Slip beneath a midi dress or denim cut-offs for instant edge.
Suede Knee-High
Stuart Weitzman
Highland 95 mm Black Stretch Nappa Over-the-knee Boot – £895
Stretch nappa that hugs the leg. Team with a knitted dress or pleated skirt for balanced volume.
Sneakers
White Classic
Adidas
Stan Smith Core White & Dark Blue Shoes – £85
Clean lines and tonal stitch detailing. Works under suiting for an off-duty twist or with sundresses.
Chunky Statement
Balenciaga
Triple S Tape Type White & Yellow Trainers – £900
Layered midsoles and strap closures. Pair with slouchy tailoring and a fitted tank.
Evening Artful Drama
Sculptural Pump
Amina Muaddi
Anok 105 mm Black Patent Leather Pumps – £805
A flared heel and glossy patent finish. Let these command attention under a monochrome dress.
Metal-Sheen Sandal
Jimmy Choo
Elsy 90 mm Light Soft Gold Shimmer Suede Sandals – £625
Soft gold shimmer and a 90 mm heel. Complements a slim-leg trouser or wrap dress.
Over-the-Knee Accent
Jimmy Choo
Cece 80 mm Coffee Leather Over-the-knee Boots – £1,795
Smooth coffee-toned leather with an 80 mm block heel. Makes noise beneath a mini skirt or blazer dress.
With shape, surface and tone as your guideposts, matching shoes to outfits becomes instinctive. Refer to this playbook whenever you face tomorrow’s closet conundrum, be it stilettos for power or sneakers for ease, and step out knowing your footwear tells exactly the story you intend.
*Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
