Like sneakers, laid-back plimsolls and espadrilles are now getting a cocktail-worthy upgrade, thanks to shiny embellishments, arty prints, metallic finishes and exotics. By Imran Jalal.
Espradrilles
1 Canvas, Dolce & Gabbana 2 Snakeskin, Proenza Schouler 3 Canvas, Kenzo 4 Denim, Stella McCartney
5 Leather and canvas, $690, Saint Laurent 6 Leather, $625, Burberry 7 Canvas, Tory Burch 8 Damask embellished leather, Jimmy Choo 9 Denim with metal studs, $690, Saint Laurent
Plimsolls
1 Leather with shearling, $1,290, Fendi 2 Leather, $220, DKNY 3 Calfskin and vinyl with crystals, $1,200, Dior 4 Demi leather, $825, Jimmy Choo
5 Pierre Hardy denim, www.shoescribe.com 6 Leather with glitter, Miu Miu 7 Snakeskin, $2,000, Bottega Veneta 8 Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci leather, $1,100, Givenchy 9 Patent leather, Versace. Prices unavailable unless stated
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An adapted version first appeared in Female’s January issue, out on newsstands now.
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