Shoes hold a special place in the heart of every fashion girl.
They have mood-lifting, outfit-transforming abilities. Their importance was even cemented by the incredible moment Big proposed to Carrie in Sex and The City The Movie – he kneels down in that big empty New York penthouse complete with walk-in closet and presents her with a blue satin Hangisi Manolo Blankik pump. Amongst other things, it was the ultimate – not mention most romantic – acceptance of a woman’s (perfectly natural) shoe obsession, ever.
Carrie Bradshaw-esque shoes on the streets of Paris
Well, now its party season and indulgence is the name of the game. When else can you justify impossibly high heels, glitter, sequin and velvet – all at once?! Because it’s definitely not just your outfits that should be sparkling.
This season we’ve seen all the shoe trends on the catwalks, too. Dorothy-esque glitter pumps, ‘70s platforms, simple two-strap sandals, luxurious slipper-like flats sporting a myriad of embellishments. There is a style for every ensemble and every festive occasion.
To make sure you’re able to find your perfect dancing partner, we’ve rounded up our top picks so you can tap to the beat of Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas in the utmost style. From bejewelled to covered-in-glitter, plumes and couture-like bows – these beauties definitely don’t disappoint. 
Annabelle pump in mekong gold, GIANVITO ROSSI
Shop at GIANVITO ROSSI
Rainbow heeled mules, LOEFFER RANDAL
Shop at FARFETCH
Crystal-embellished croc-effect sandals, CHLOÉ
Shop at NET-A-PORTER
Olimpia embellished bow scrappy sandals, SANDRO
Shop at SELFRIDGES & CO.
So Kate 100 tweed ankle boots, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Shop at NET-A-PORTER
Crystal-embellished pumps, MIU MIU
Shop at FARFETCHED
Clarita Pony Sandals, ALEXANDRE BIRMAN
Shop at SHOPBOP
T-bar button sandals, PRADA
Shop at FARFETCH
Ruffle crystal sandal, AQUAZZURA
Shop at AQUAZZURA
Crawford knotted leather mules, GUCCI
Shop at MATCHES FASHION
- Words by Elaine Lloyd-Jones
- Images: GoRuwnay.com, supplied
