Slingbacks make a comeback?

14^th March 2014

Tamara Massey

Tamara Massey

14 March 2014

The Slingback, a time-old classic addition to our ever-growing shoe collections, with natural style; they can turn any outfit from Camden market to Park Avenue, and with their dainty flair, are they clip-clapping their way into a comeback?

The first and most affordable option has to be the Pull and Bear chunky heel twist slingback. Here the youthful brand puts a new concept to the test, making a remixed classic work for any outfit; especially a simple white summer dress paired with a slouched shoulder bag, put on some aviator ray bans, gold jewellery and your summer day shopper is complete.

Next up is the dainty flat classic from Jigsaw, an option for those that don’t want to add height, but still want the inevitable style. Pair these with a tight navy skirt, a tight floral top and a coral scarf for the ultimate plush spring look.

Adding refined height to a timeless shoe can prove difficult to achieve without affecting their charm, however Reiss have managed it, with the soft black suede travelling all the way down the heel, as to not affect the flawless nature of the shoe. Pair these with a floor-length, low-back black dress and your evening has already gotten 100% better.

If you’re really in the mood for treating yourself, then go to the extreme and get yourself a pair of the perfect Manolo Blahnik’s. Elegance like this can only be achieved from the master itself, and these shoes will speak for themselves when it comes to impeccable taste. They would even be confident enough to be paired with nothing, but we think that might be a bit too far…

So with these flawless options, you can now enter the summer in elegant style.

Tamara Massey

In order of appearance, the shoes cost £29.99, £85, £139 and £490. Click on the images for the links.