Best Foot Forward

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I love either of these as classic, versatile sandals that could navigate all kinds of spring and summer gatherings. The Reed Krakoff pair reminds me of some that I liberated from my mom's closet when I was in college (sorry, Mom!).

Alexandre Birman Lona Terra canvas platform sandals,
$475 at net-a-porter.

Reed Krakoff leather multi-strap sandals,

$650 at net-a-porter.

Best Foot Forward

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All the news has been doom and gloom lately – why not have a little fun? Either of these would handily navigate the upcoming seasonal transition, and provide a little reprieve from the army of tasteful classics that were all over the fall runways (nice as it is to see their return).

Nicholas Kirkwood lace cut-out bootie,
$1,079 at Kirna Zabête.

Alexandre Birman cutout python bootie,
$725 at Bergdorf Goodman.