carmen1.jpgReminiscent of Christian Louboutin's ribbon espadrilles, these Carmen Ho grosgrain mules may be even chicer. Obviously a bit more formal in a Sophia-style flat, the knot is an elegant touch. Perfectly appropriate at an elegant cocktail party, they'd be just as seemly as house shoes for a Holly Golightly type with the rats and super rats to bankroll the habit.

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