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28 Well-Heeled Reasons to Splurge on Your Footwear for Summer

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  • Better than fresh Island Creek oysters. Viktor & Rolf 3 Tier Bow Sandal, $695 at The Tannery.
  • In our version of Botticelli's Birth of Venus , these breathtaking sandals emerge from the sea in all their glory. Sergio Rossi Turbillion Suede Open Toe Stiletto Bootie, $975 at
  • These are the illest summer kicks on the planet, point blank. Maison Martin Margiela Cut Out Suede and Metallic Sneaker, $695 at The Tannery.
  • Add this white-hot number to the top of your must-list. Lolita, $1,295 at Jimmy Choo.
  • The name says it all. Sergio Rossi Mermaid Stamped Cage Open Toe Bootie, $1,200 at Intermix.
  • In which we take our vineyard day trip to the next level. Sergio Rossi Clash Colorblock Woven Wedge Sandals, $1,340 at I
  • Nothing screams summer like a pair of woven wedges out by the pool. Stuart Weitzman Woven Criss Cross Ankle Wedges, $385 at Scoop NYC.
  • Rag & Bone Sigrid Ankle Strap Sandals, $290 at Scoop NYC.
  • Yes, yes, yes. Rouland Mouret Dolls Heel $1,319 at Louis Boston.
  • Ila Heel, $358 at Kate Spade.
  • Isabel Marant Elvis Studded Gladiator Sandal, Price Upon Request at Alan Bilzerian.
  • Gucci Isabel Black Suede High Heeled Netted Bootie, $1,195 at The Tannery.
  • Flashing those baby blues just got (way) better. Gucci Hollie Open Toe Wedge $495 at The Tannery.
  • Giuseppe Zanotti Star Detail Suede Cage Bootie Sandal $2495 at
  • Givenchy Gradient Cone Heel Sandal $1,769 at Barneys.
  • I mean, can you even? Giuseppe Zanotti Mirrored Platform Sandal, $750 at Intermix.
  • As515 Shoe, Price Upon Request at Escada.
  • Just imagine these babies clicking into one of the rooftop cabanas at the BOKX. Giuseppe Zanotti Ankle Wrap Suede Sandal, $695 at
  • Fringe Sandal by K. Jacques, $425 at Calypso St Barth.
  • Gucci Cecyl Bronze Leather Studded Wedge, $895 at The Tannery.
  • Framed Python and Suede Platform Sandals, $775 at Burberry.
  • These need no introduction. Gucci Coda Neon Yellow High Top Sneaker, $640 at The Tannery.
  • Brian Atwood Temptation Ankle Tie Sandal, $875 at Intermix.
  • 85MM Color Weave Sandal Wedge, $348 at Marc by Marc Jacobs.
  • Jealousy-inducing metallics, check. Metallic T Strap Heel, $430 at Cynthia Rowley.
  • Christian Louboutin Python Masai Daffodile Pump, $2,995 at Barneys.
  • Because knowing Boston, we'll definitely be needing these. Classic Newbury in Navy Floral, $550 at rag & bone.
  • For our Rihanna days. Altuzarra Knee-High Gladiator Thong Sandal $1,629 at Barneys.


So, here's what's going to happen when this heatwave hits: We'll hole up in our apartments, enjoying the oh-so-refreshing feel of newly installed central air (mojito in hand), while savoring this whale of a gallery. Been waiting for the perfect time to spend that tax money? Here are 28 of the most expensive shoes in Boston. Spoiler alert: there's enough Sergio Rossi, Altuzarra, and Giuseppe Zanotti to charter a Learjet. We're officially in Carrie Bradshaw territory—Jesus take the wheel.—Heather C. White
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