Party season is getting closer, and our first item when planning a look is statement shoes. Because if you can't wear a pair of taxi shoes (as we like to call them) at this time of year, when can you? From Mulberry's bejewelled heels to Balenciaga's cult-status boots, 2018's party shoes certainly don't disappoint.
If you're looking to revamp last year's LBD or dress up fail-safe jeans and a silk camisole, then we've found dreamy party shoes for every budget. As ever, Aquazzura has designed some of the most beautiful shoes in the world, but River Island and Zara are also making us want to get out our blister bandages and wear nothing but flamboyant heels until the year is out.
Our tip? Add 10-denier tights and see how much longer you'll last. Not a stiletto kind of girl? Don't worry, as we've found this season's standout flats, too. Scroll through the gallery below to swoon over our expert edit of the best party shoes around.
Peach is officially our new favorite colour.
Wear these with a cream suit for maximum impact.
These bow mules are made even more extra with glittering anklets. We love.
Pearls are one of this year's biggest designer details.
These flats will dress up any plain frock.
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We know—we couldn't believe these were high street either.
This hue will look gorgeous set against dark and olive skin tones.
Uterqüe never fail to disappoint where statement shoes are concerned.
Pair these slingbacks with cropped jeans and a silky camisole for understated cool.
The cord texture looks just as luxe as velvet or satin, and is so on-trend.
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Whoever said boots weren't party-appropriate clearly never saw these beauties.
Kurt Geiger's sell-out Kingly mules have been reissued as Princely for autumn/winter 2018.
Forget your lapel—now, it's all about wearing corsages on your ankle.
The padded buckle says retro, but the architectural heel says 2018.
Wear these blue slip-ons with gold sequins for a gorgeous color combination.
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We predict these will sell out fast.
Mulberry has some of the best party shoes around. These brilliant pumps are a mere drop in the ocean.
We can always count on Zara to make could-be-designer footwear.
Pick your jaw up off the floor, and let's get to choosing a dress to go with your new party shoes.
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This post originally appeared on Who What Wear UK.
