Born in Ghana and then growing up across Canada, New York and Paris, the London-based designer is much lauded by international editors because his brand has the aesthetic of a type-A femme fatale.

Black suede pumps, $800, Richard Braqo

Suede and patent leather ankle boots, US$735 (S$1,016), Richard Braqo

Velvet and suede sandals, US$535 (S$739), Richard Braqo

The dynamic design duo behind Italian shoe label Malone Souliers are renowned for making seriously stellar stilettos with a slightly eccentric flair. However, they also make some rather fabulous flats, too. Their shoes are perfect for a corporate office where your outfit has to be more toned down, but your feet can still be, well, in party mode. The stilettoed mule is one of their most famous styles and matchesfashion.com carries an extensive range available for shipping to Singapore.

Suede, velvet and leather mules, $720, Malone Souliers

Suede, velvet and leather mules, $720, Malone Souliers

Velvet and leather sandals, $800, Malone Souliers

Flirtatious, feminine and super wearable, British luxury footwear brand Bionda Castana’s designs are by women for women. From its signature Denni flats to ’50s-reminiscent pumps with sheer panelling, these are shoes made for the modern, on-the-go woman.

Silk and kid leather, $773, Bionda Castana

Suede sandals, $903, Bionda Castana

Calf leather flats, $954, Bionda Castana

Leather flats, $995, Malone Souliers

An adapted version first appeared in HerWorldPlus.com.

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