Have you ever fallen madly in love with a pair of shoes? If not, perhaps you’ve never tried on a pair of Manolo Blahniks. These fabulous high-end designer shoes combine the art form of a sculpture with the beauty of a piece of sparkling jewelry. Although these shoes have long been a staple of the rich and the famous, it wasn’t until the popular television series Sex in the City made Manolos a household name that the rest of the world was let in on this trend. Now, many real women today seem to be able to relate to the show’s narrator, Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), and her obsession with this luxury footwear brand.
Overview
Rumor has it that when you step into a Manolo pump, you will suddenly become a taller, thinner and more beautiful version of yourself. While in reality the shoes can’t help you lose those extra pounds or grow a few inches, the narrowly-pointed toe, very thin high heels and the angled sole do actually all help to make a woman stand with her hips seductively forward and move in such a way as to best show off legs and her figure. In addition, Manolo is known for perfecting the art of revealing just the right amount of “toe cleavage.”
Of course not every woman can instantly walk in these shoes, though. If you aren’t used to wearing high heels, you may need to practice. The effort is well worth it, though, because once you master the art of walking in Manolo’s, this skill will carry you very far.
A Rainbow Of Choices
No matter what your taste and your color and style preferences, chances are there is a Manolo Blahnik style out there that will appeal to you. The collection ranges from simple yet sophisticated pumps to extravagant sandals and mules that are adorned with jewels, ribbons, brocades and even fur. In addition, if you really can’t make the popular 5.5 inch stiletto heels work for your lifestyle, Manolos also come in be demure ballet flats, seductive kitten heels and classic pumps. One of the most famous Manolo Blahnik styles is the high heeled Mary Jane, which combines the innocence of a school girl with the allure of a woman.
The names of Manolo shoes are as interesting as the styles themselves. A few of the notables include "Grey Suede Stilettos with Trimmed Mink," ""Ribbon-wrapped Ankles for Watered Silk Dancing Shoes” and "Silver Mesh Mules Trimmed with Chinchilla." One style is even named after Sarah Jessica Parker herself.