If you wanted a real-time read on the trends that matter most this season, New York’s subway station last night was the place to be. At their Métiers d’art Show last night, Chanel took to the city’s underground to debut its newest collection—and while the runway itself offered plenty to unpack, it was the footwear on the front row that immediately caught my eye.
Shelving the quaint ballet flats so often linked with the heritage house, every New York It Girl in attendance slipped into a pair of high-vamp heels instead.
Adding height and polish to each look, these trending heels proved the perfect companion to the knee-length pencil skirts that dominated the guest list. Where a shallow, skin-baring pump might have felt delicate, these higher-cut silhouettes offered more coverage—and, in turn, more impact.
Echoing the power-dressing shapes that defined the ’80s, high-vamp heels bring a retro energy that pairs naturally with the nostalgic trends resurfacing right now, including the sleek, below-the-knee skirts seen throughout the evening.
