Lanvin Brogue Platform Booties — EU 38.5 Original Price $1195

These shoes embodied everything I loved about that era — intellectual glamour, sculptural femininity, and a touch of dark romance. The FW09 collection famously unfolded across a glossy wet runway meant to evoke a rain-soaked Paris street. Elbaz balanced dramatic proportions with surprising wearability, pairing towering silhouettes with thoughtful architectural construction. Black patent leather contrasts against charcoal felted wool and silk satin toe caps, while scalloped suede brogue detailing softens the severity of the silhouette. A concealed platform creates dramatic height without sacrificing stability. Even seventeen years later, they feel remarkably current.  A true archival collector’s piece from one of modern fashion’s most beloved creative eras.  Heel: 5 in stacked block heel Platform: 1 in hidden at the toe (effective lift 4 in) Materials: patent leather, felted wool, suede brogue trim, silk toe cap, leather sole Made in Italy