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Has anyone seen these in the wild?

shiny

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Topshop Jolene pumps...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to.....en/4285044

I'm craving silver shoes. But I don't know this brand for shoes, pointy toed shoes tend to be problematic/hard to fit for me, and euro-sizing is even more so for some odd reason. Also, I suspect the back of the heel thingie there goes up too high meaning it'll rub and the ankle strap will hit at the wrong place (a frequent issue for me with shoes like this... it's a factor of being petite).

I could see these with flares or trousers, which I don't really have any right now (or enough to justify buying these). Would they work with straight or skinny legs? Would they work with a dress? Would they work with formal wear?

They keep showing up in my FB ads which is annoying.

I'm open to alternatives. I want -crave- silver shoes, in a walkable heel, that's not going to kill my toes. Something work-day appropriate. Bonus points if they can been worn anywhere from smart casual to formal. Does not need to be pointy toed. Block heel is appealing though.

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UmmLila (Lisa)

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I haven't seen them but I have to say that shoes from topshop and Zara are really getting to be acceptable quality these days. For awhile I wouldn't consider even trying any inexpensive footwear because i expected it would be uncomfortable or look cheap, but these and other currently available items seem to hit all the right buttons.

catgirl

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I am obsessed with silver shoes. I just got my silver Cons and they are a fabulous platinum, even the soles. If I were to get strappy shoes, I would totally get those!

Angie

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They are in my closet. They were a top pick you must have missed a few weeks ago.

"A surprisingly comfortable pointy toe ankle strap pump. The silver is the most comfortable of the colour options. There IS toe cleavage so consider yourself warned. Good price, although the silver might be prone to scuffing".

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Gigi

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I haven't tried or seen these, but I have a few pairs of Topshop shoes and have been very happy with the quality.

Anonymous

I'm in love with these - but they weren't in the Topshop I was in today, unfortunately.

old chic

I bought these in black from the Topshop USA site and wore them all over London when I was visiting last week. Very comfortable from the get-go. Back strap not annoying at all to me, but this is my favorite shoe shape. I always size up on Topshop shoes, though -- I wear a 9.5 US and take a 10.5 (I think it's a 41) from the Topshop site.

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Tanya

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I have these shoes in silver and they are fairly comfy for heeled pointed shoes. I think they would go with all possible cuts of trousers.
The toe box is pretty long if that is a factor. I wear size 8 in most shoes, got these in 8.5 and they fit well.

Susie

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And I have them in the black and white pattern so among the responses, we've got all of the colors covered!

I ordered them from Topshop because Nordstrom was out of my size. My feet are on the widish side and they are very comfortable for me (there is some padding) and the ankle strap fits fine with no rubbing. My only complaint is that the thin straps mean there are teeny holes to buckle them and with 4 buckles, they wouldn't be good for getting dressed in a hurry! I usually wear a 7.5-8 (8 in pointy styles) and the 38 fits very well. The quality seems quite good for the price point. I wore them the other day (with slim leg black pants) and got several compliments. I would definitely wear them with skirts too.

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Aquamarine

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As I mentioned on another thread, I got these in black recently. I have not worn them yet, except around the house, but I think they will be comfortable enough. I can't imagine walking all over the city with them though....however, I have various foot issues. I find them true-to-size.

Vicki

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These are adorable, Shiny, and somehow I missed them, too. They remind me some Boden flats I tried last year, but had to return due to fit issues. I may have to try them and wonder if they're TTS. btw, I love your taste in shoes and still have two pairs of Impo booties you recommended.

BrieN

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I saw them "in the wild" Nordstrom yesterday. Stopped me in my tracks...paused....picked them up....admired...sighed and put them back.

deb

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I want them in black.

Runcarla

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Seen in the wilds of Toronto at the Top Shop in the Bay. Nicely finished shoe, but too narrow to accomodate my wide forefoot (bunions). Saw them styled with a full dirndl-type skirt, t-shirt with jeans jacket over and a blingy statement necklace in shades of pale grey, blue, green, and white. Lovely.

April

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Shiny, lots of cool silver options at Asos right now: http://us.asos.com/women-shoes.....0&

Can't vouch for quality, but so great-looking!

shiny

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Thanks all! I ordered. I can see a million ways these shoes won't fit, so I'm not going to get hopes up. But cross fingers.

Also cross fingers Nordie's doesn't ship to my old address! They keep doing that, even though I updated my shipping and CC info months ago.

catgirl

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Hey, I went and tried these on today. They run TTS (or big for Topshop!). My booties are a 6.5 but these fit well in a 5.5. They were quite comfy but a little delicate for me, plus the toe box left too much foot exposed for me - if toe lines are showing, then my feet look really wide and weird. They are lovely shoes!

anchie

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I did ordered them. They were reasonably comfortable and true to size. I was bothered with toe cleavage so I did not keep them at the end. But I finally found silver shoes. It is Clarks Aquifer Soda, you can see them in my finds.

Mochi

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I'm not sure they're my style, but I am really drawn to the dotted ones that Susie has. I haven't seen these shoes outside of YLF yet, but they are really cute.

catseye

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I think these are very attractive and so are all the lace up shoes for summer. I just cannot imagine choosing them in my mad dash out of the door every morning. As it is, my 7 year old son had more tardy than we ought to have. Oh well, I will stick to loafers.

Keix

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Was tempted by these at time of the initial Top Pick and again now... but I see Una's fit review means I'm sized out (I'm a small 5.5 and usually size 35 Euro, so I suspected it).

catgirl

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KL, I'm a wide high volume 5.5 that often fits a 6. The buckle situation might help with fit. These are not the typical Topshop fit which runs small in shoes in my experience. I tried another pair of shoes and a 6.5 was squeezy! Curse you, inconsistency!

Angie

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I found the silver to run TTS. I'm a US 6.5 and these fit quite well in a Euro 37. A little wide and with toe cleavage, but I'm okay with that. I often take a Euro 36.5 too. (I have small feet for my 5ft 6 height).

shiny

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I'm a fairly consistent US6M but sometimes in pointy toed heels a 6.5 will work better, provided there are straps to keep the shoe on my foot. It's really unpredictable though... and I think it tends to be more about where the arch hits rather than length. A 6.5 may feel fine sitting and standing, but then when I walk... ouch!

Euro sizing for some odd reason has always been more hit than miss for me. I've never been able to figure out why that is. Right now I only have one pair of euro-sized shoes, and I think they were a 36, but I'm not sure. They may be 35s. I wish I knew, because I'd re-order them, but the size has rubbed out.

We shall see when they arrive! Hopefully I get lucky. If not, I'll continue the hunt.

shiny

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If anyone's wondering, here's my update!

I was worried these would be too big (6.5M), but I think they may be okay. However, I haven't worn them out of the house yet.

I see what you all mean about the toe cleavage. I debated for a long time whether I should order the 5.5 to compare, but ultimately, I need the bigger size for my nearly W, higher volume, bunion feet.... especially if we're talking pointy toes!

Width wise (and fit wise) the buckles are a huge positive for me. Like having the adjustability and support of lace-ups, but in a polished heel. Adjusting the buckles just so, the 1/2 size works pretty good. I'm less concerned about the toe cleavage than I am about a slight gap at the heel, which may be more noticeable since it's got the ankle strap. However if I size down to eliminate that, then I highly suspect I'll have pinch-ey squeeze-y toes on the other end. (but ironically, less toe cleavage... )

If these were lengthwise a solid size 6, they'd be utterly perfect. Dang Euro-sizing!

I am keeping them and I'm intent on making them work. Who the heck looks at the back of the heel anyway? As is they are super comfortable, and super CUTE, prancing around in my house. Will road-test soon.