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Wedge Sneaker

CASADEI pink leather silver chain trim ankle wedge sneakers EU39.5
By Casadei
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CASADEI pink leather silver chain trim ankle wedge sneakers EU39.5 Reference: AAWC/A00557 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boots

Giuseppe Zanotti Blue Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Give your outfit a chic update with this pair of designer sneakers. The creation is sewn perfectly
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2010s Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Zebra Print Wedge Sneakers (EU 36)
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Montreal, Quebec
plate at heel Size: 36 EU / 5 US Wedge Height: 75 mm / 3” Condition: Good. Scratches to the plate
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Louis Vuitton Black Neoprene and Suede Wedge Sneakers Size 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted with skill these LV black sneakers come in a luxe design complemented by signature
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2010s Shoes

STELLA McCARTNEY Size 11 White Black Contrast Trim Rubber Wedge Sneakers
By Stella McCartney
Located in San Francisco, CA
STELLA McCARTNEY ECLYPSE sneakers in a white knit material and rubber accents featuring a black
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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Suede and Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 39.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your footwear game with these designer sneakers. Combining high-end aesthetics and
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2010s Shoes

Marc by Marc Jacobs Tri Color Leather Lace Up Wedge Sneakers Size 38
By Marc by Marc Jacobs
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Coming in a classic silhouette these designer sneakers are a seamless combination of luxury comfort
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2010s Shoes

Louis Vuitton Black Leather and Monogram Suede Wedge High Top Sneakers Size 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Give your outfit a luxe update with this pair of Louis Vuitton wedge sneakers. The shoes are sewn
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2010s Shoes

Recent Sales

Chloé Blue and Brown Suede, Leather and Canvas Wedge Sneakers
By Chloé
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary wedge sneakers shoes by Chloe in complementary navy blue and orange. The sneakers
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2010s French Shoes

ISABEL MARANT Étoile Bobby suede wedge sneakers 38 uk 5
Located in London, GB
ISABEL MARANT Étoile Bobby suede wedge sneakers 38 uk 5 With the lower concealed-wedge heel and
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2010s Unknown Shoes

Isabel Marant Pony Hair Seuede Wedge Sneakers
Located in London, GB
Isabel Marant Pony Hair Seuede Wedge Sneakers Navy 'Bobby' sneakers designed with zebra pattern
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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

Tory Burch Brown Perforated Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 38.5
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Wedge sneakers have been highly coveted ever since they entered the market. This particular pair
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2010s Shoes

Prada Black Leather High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Prada black leather high top wedge sneakers are perfect for adding some character to an
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2010s Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Studded High Top Wedge Sneakers 36.5
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
wedge sneakers are meant to deliver a statement finish every time you put them on. They're fashioned
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Lorenz Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
wedge sneakers. Designed in black leather, these ankle top sneakers feature a lace up detail at the
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2010s Italian Ankle Boots

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Lorenz Wedge Sneakers Size 41
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Create a unique style statement with your casual looks wearing this Giuseppe Zanotti Lorenz wedge
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2010s Italian Shoes

Louis Vuitton Monogram Embossed Suede and Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your footwear game with these LV wedge sneakers. Combining high-end aesthetics and
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2010s French Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Red Leather High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 36.5
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your style quotient with these Giuseppe Zanotti wedge sneakers. Crafted from red leather
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2010s Shoes

Christian Louboutin Black Canvas Lace Up Espadrille Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Give your outfit a luxe update with this pair of wedge sneakers. The shoes are sewn perfectly to
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2010s Heels

Giuseppe Zanotti Grey Suede Lorenz Fringe Wedge Sneakers Size 37
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Lorenz wedge sneakers. Constructed in grey suede, these sneakers feature fringe details covering the back
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2010s Italian Shoes

Jimmy Choo Metallic Leather and Lurex Fabric Tokyo Wedge Sneakers Size 37
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Upgrade your style with these Jimmy Choo wedge sneakers. Meticulously designed for fashion and
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2010s Shoes

Louis Vuitton Blue Monogram Embossed Suede Cliff Top Wedge Sneakers 39.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Presenting a sporty design that's blended with the LV touch of luxury. These Cliff wedge sneakers
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Brown Suede Lorenze Fringe Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Create the most stunning bohemian styles by pairing these Giuseppe Zanotti Lorenze wedge sneakers
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Brown Suede Lorenze Fringe Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Create the most stunning bohemian styles by pairing these Giuseppe Zanotti Lorenze wedge sneakers
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Beige Leather Chain Detail High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 41
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Highlighted with gold-tone zippers and chain detailing on the front, Giuseppe Zanotti's wedge
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2010s Shoes

Jimmy Choo Macaroon Lame Glitter & Metallic Leather Preston Panama Wedge Sneaker
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Jimmy Choo Preston Panama Wedge sneakers are characterized by contemporary styling. Crafted
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2010s British Shoes

Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Suede And Leather Millenium Wedge Sneakers Size 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
sneakers for women are crafted beautifully using quality materials and are set on wedge heels. Lace-up
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2010s Italian Shoes

Louis Vuitton Red Leather And Embossed Monogram Suede Millenium Wedge Sneakers S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
sneakers for women are crafted beautifully using quality materials and are set on wedge heels. Lace-up
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2010s Italian Shoes

Jimmy Choo Dark Grey Patent Leather And Suede Panama Wedge Sneakers Size 39
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted to perfection, these cool Jimmy Choo Panama wedge sneakers will surely upgrade your fashion
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2010s Italian Shoes

Casadei Tricolor Suede And Leather Studded High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Casadei
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfy and high on style, these wedge sneakers by Casadei have been created to be flaunted. They
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2010s Italian Shoes

Casadei Tricolor Suede And Leather Studded High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Casadei
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfy and high on style, these wedge sneakers by Casadei have been created to be flaunted. They
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2010s Italian Shoes

Casadei Tricolor Suede And Leather Studded High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Casadei
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfy and high on style, these wedge sneakers by Casadei have been created to be flaunted. They
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2010s Italian Shoes

Louis Vuitton Beige Monogram Suede And Leather Millenium Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These stunning Louis Vuitton wedge sneakers will be the perfect statement sporty and casual shoes
CASADEI pink leather silver chain trim ankle wedge sneakers EU39.5
By Casadei
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CASADEI pink leather silver chain trim ankle wedge sneakers EU39.5 Reference: AAWC/A00557 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boots

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Black Suede Wedge Sneakers With Fringe - Sz 6.5 Rt. $875
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in New York, NY
Giuseppe Zanotti Black Suede Wedge Sneakers With Fringe - Sz 36 1/2 / 6.5 Rt. $875 Made in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ankle Boots

LOUIS VUITTON c.2014 Burgundy Bordeaux Monogram Suede Cliff Top Wedge Sneakers
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON c.2014 Burgundy Bordeaux Monogram Suede Cliff Top Wedge Sneakers Estimated Retail
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2010s Italian Shoes

Gucci Calf Leather Wedge Sneakers
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with these funky sneakers! These shoes feature calf leather, rounded roes, and a
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2010s Italian Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Black Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU36
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Black Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU36 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37 Brand: Isabel
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Black Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Black Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Reference: TGAS/A05170
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Burgundy Velvet Stainer Basket suede wedge sneaker EU37 Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Italian Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU36
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU36 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU39
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU39 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Taupe beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Taupe beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU36
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU36 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Chalk beige suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU38 Brand: Isabel Marant
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2010s Portuguese Shoes

new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ISABEL MARANT Bobby Faded Black suede lace up concealed wedge sneaker EU37 Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 36
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
. Comfortable leather-lined insoles, concealed wedges, and tough rubber soles complete these sneakers. Grab them
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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Multicolor Canvas CC Wedge Sneakers Size 36.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers from Chanel are both stylish and comfortable! They are crafted from canvas and
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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Multicolor Canvas CC Wedge Sneakers Size 36.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers from Chanel are both stylish and comfortable! They are crafted from canvas and
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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Multicolor Canvas CC Wedge Sneakers Size 36.5
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers from Chanel are both stylish and comfortable! They are crafted from canvas and
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Classy, chic, and charming, these sneakers designed by the House of Giuseppe Zanotti are an
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers by Giuseppe Zanotti are meant to be flaunted. Crafted from leather, they feature a
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2010s Italian Shoes

Louis Vuitton Dusty Pink Nubuck Leather Wedge Sneakers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Coming in a classic silhouette, these designer sneakers are a seamless combination of luxury
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2010s European Shoes

Prada Sport Blue Suede Wedge Sneakers Size 36
By Prada
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Step into fashion-forward luxury with these Prada Sport sneakers. These premium kicks offer a
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2010s Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Multicolor Suede Hidden Wedge Sneakers Size 36
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
bring details of lace-ups and zippers. Elevated on hidden wedge heels, these sneakers are easy to wear
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2010s Italian Shoes

Giuseppe Zanotti Tricolor Suede Leather Wedge Sneakers Size 38
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
as leather and they bring details of lace-ups and zippers. Elevated on wedge heels, these sneakers
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2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Beige/Black Jute CC Wedge Sneakers Size 38
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sneakers from Chanel are both stylish and comfortable! They are crafted from jute and
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2010s Italian Heels

Casadei Blue Suede High Top Wedge Sneakers Size 40
By Casadei
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfortable and high on style, these sneakers by Casadei have been created to be flaunted. They
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2010s Italian Shoes

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Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 asymmetric shearling fur jacket
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Roberto Cavalli asymmetric grey leather shearling jacket from the Fall/Winter 2001 collection. Leather strings closure, maxi fox fur collar. Size label removed, fits S - shoulder t...
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Wedge Sneaker For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary wedge sneaker you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Gray and more options on these pages. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Giuseppe Zanotti, Casadei and Jimmy Choo are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wedge Sneaker?

Prices for a wedge sneaker can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $185 and can go as high as $1,100, while, on average they fetch $366.

Finding the Right Shoes for You

Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.

Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.

The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?

Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.

A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.

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