The Quintessential Spring Shoe: Slender Wedges
Less clunky than the classic wedge, the slender version makes your legs look long and lean.
By Adam Glassman
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Photo: Christopher Coppola
Slender wedges are a sleek, more refined take on the quintessential springtime shoe.
Python-print platforms give a fashionable lift to shoes that go with almost anything.
Qupid; $36
Python-print platforms give a fashionable lift to shoes that go with almost anything.
Qupid; $36
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Photo: Christopher Coppola
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Photo: Christopher Coppola
Wooden insets offer a natural spin on color blocking.
Pelle Moda; $170
Pelle Moda; $170
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Photo: Christopher Coppola
Add color and texture to a little black dress with tropical, snakeskin-embossed leather heels. A back zip provides extra support.
Elie Tahari; $498
Elie Tahari; $498
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Photo: Christopher Coppola
Coral patent leather wedges are as sexy as stilettos—but provide better balance.
Oscar de la Renta; $795
Next: 3 ways to wear spring's must-have jacket
Oscar de la Renta; $795
Next: 3 ways to wear spring's must-have jacket
From the March 2012 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine