The wedge is back, many times in the form of cork, straw, or wood. But the other popular heel is the cone.
Cone heels and platforms popped up last fall. Marc Jacobs and Lanvin were extreme versions on the runways - gorgeous works of arts with crystal balls embedded under the arch. Even Katie Holmes was spotted glamming up with YSL’s version.
Trivia: It’s been two decades since conical heels were staples with Grace Jones, Debbie Harry, and even Princess Diana. But with 80’s revival they’re in full comeback. Life & Style Weekly has another rival in the green (below) and other spring heels.
Now the mainstream is catching up with softer versions - even Marc Jacobs is toned down - and has stylish zippers and metalic running up its trend factor.
And if you can’t manage the height here’s a fun low-cone option in trendy patent. Tom Brown is a winner!
[...] but until now they’ve been more of a novelty item than a common sight. But prepare for an invasion of the super-pointy cones this [...]