Many high street retailers would have us believe that the only glamorous shoes are those with towering heels or sky-high platforms. If you're after something that rivals the best stilettos, these stylish Patent T-Bars from Urban Outfitters are ideal.
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Seventies style sandals from Matalan
Amongst the current seventies trend sweeping the high street, it's accessories like bags and shoes that have really hit the mark for retro lovers. While some footwear designs are exaggerated and over the top, these Strappy Tan Sandals from Matalan are a truer interpretation of vintage seventies style.
The slight platform and chunky heel create an ideal base for the crossed straps and t-bar design of the uppers. In a rich brown shade of faux leather, this pair have the combination of colour palette and sturdy design that really speaks of the 1970s.
Get them now from Matalan for £18.
Converse x Marimekko All Star Ox plimsolls
Fashion meets design with the Converse x Marimekko All Star Ox plimsolls.
Two classic Maija Isola-designed Marimekko cloths, Unikko above and Paprika over the page, are used for the uppers of this classic Converse shoe, with a contrast lining, two sets of laces, embroidered branding on the tongue plus a matching carry bag.
Available online, it sells for £60.
Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon
It's a rare occasion when the mainstream high street shops bring us items with retro looks stretching further back than the 1950s, but once in a while a rare gem will sneak through. This pair of Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon are an ideal choice for lovers of many vintage eras, providing a perfect accompaniment for everything from flapper to mod styles.
The t-bar slingbacks are truly classic, with the use of a low heel and closed almond toe. In a rich cream shade of leather, these dancing shoes have a real vintage treasure feel, making them perfect to pair with your well chosen retro threads from 20s evening looks to 60s daywear.
Get yours from Monsoon for £50.
Block Heel Sandals from Wallis
For seventies chic there's nothing that quite lifts an outfit like footwear inspired by the era, providing an instant transformation for everything from flares to maxi dresses. That doesn't mean every pair has to be a dangerously stacked platform, though, as proven by these seventies-look Block Heel Sandals from Wallis.
The use of a thick-heeled, wood effect sole helps to create a mainstream retro chic instantly, with patent leather uppers in a classic burnt orange have that playful decadence of disco influence down pat. The chunky straps and t-bar are an ideal post-sixties style point, providing practicality and comfort at the same time.
Get yours from Wallis for £45.
Bow Court Shoes from Miss Selfridge
Now that there's often more of a reliable gap between rainy days there's no excuse not to indulge in some truly stylish footwear options, especially when there's some delightful retro influence on show. These Slick Bow Courts from Miss Selfridge are ideal for pairing with fifties and sixties looks to create a chic, complete look.
The shoes are simple but flawless in their construction, with a classic stiletto heel and no fussy modern platform to contend with. The use of an almond toe creates the rounded lines of vintage pieces, while the bow contrasts well against a light fabric upper.
They're available now from Miss Selfridge for £38.
