Casadei Blade, $820
Casadei’s ‘Blade’ pumps need to introduction: I’ve written about them a few times here, and no matter how many subtle variations the brand releases in this style, I still can’t get enough of that dangerous-looking “blade” heel.
This season’s incarnation of the Casadei classic comes in a variety of colours, but of course, this rich red suede is my favourite. I also love the sweetheart vamp – always a detail guaranteed to make me like a shoe a little bit more – and although ankle straps aren’t my favourite footwear feature, the delicacy of this one, and the lovely contrast of metallic leather against soft suede, makes it a perfect addition to the style.
These are such a classic that there’s not much more to say about them: other than that I’d happily have a pair in every colour if I possibly could. Some things never go out of style…
They are quite beautiful.
Shoeaholics have the nine west itgirl pumps that bear a marked resemblance to the casadei blade and I am totally lusting after them now that they’ve come within my shoe budget- this is totally your fault Amber! You introduced me to both shoeaholics and made me love the blade pumps! Not that I resented being introduced to either at the time but they have now combined forces to produce supercharged shoe cryptonite! now where was my purse . . .
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I touched my first pair of Casadei’s in Paris this weekend. I’ve only ever admired them from afar since we don’t have any stockists locally, but I have to say they’re every bit as impressive in real life, beautifully crafted shoes! I actually tried on a pair of neon pink suede peep toes which in normal circumstances I wouldn’t have looked twice at, but the shape was just so perfect!