Writing about shoes can be great fun, but after a while - and hundreds of pairs every week - your eyes tend to seek out shoes that are on the unusual side. Sometimes, though? Simple really is the answer. These black satin party shoes are absolutely perfect. The pointy toe is refined, it has a simple d'Orsay shape, and the bow on the vamp is the icing on the cake. In classic black, they're the kind of shoe that will last you years, and will work well with a huge variety of outfits. A great investment shoe, 'Vera' is just £55 from Monsoon.
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