Why it's worth it
Qípáo button detailing on a pointed pump — a cultural reference sewn into the toe.
The Edit
Lace and smooth leather share the pointed toe cap, separated by a diagonal cutout that exposes the arch in d'Orsay fashion — a silhouette architecture borrowed from qípáo dress construction. Domed leather buttons march along the toe seam, and a slim ankle strap closes with a gold-tone pin buckle for a secure, adjustable fit. The straight-column 7.5 cm heel is pitched for spinal alignment, making the heel as considered from the inside as the embellishment is from the outside.
Insider Tip
The ankle strap is removable — wear them as a d'Orsay sling or a classic pump depending on the dress.
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