SPRING/SUMMER

Black and white. Yin and yang. The juxtaposition of slick black against stark white is a classic combination. For spring, it’s made modern with whimsical prints, cut-outs and constructions.

Peel Pump by United Nude

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Retails for $275

Like many United Nude shoe designs, this was inspired by a designer/architect, Dutch artist Waldo Reijnders. If you think the black strap is constricting, there’s no need to worry; the upper strap is loose enough for an adjustable fit.

Papillion by Jinny Kim

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Retails for $188

From the front, this is your basic black patent pump, but from the back, it takes on a whole other persona with its funky black and white striped heel. South Korea-based designer Jinny Kim, who studied at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, cites vintage Hollywood glamour and elegance as her primary style inspirations.

Everett by Ellen Tracy

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Retails for $89

Curved, triangular detailing in black and white gives the Everett a chic Art Deco feel. The diminutive kitten heel adds just enough height—perfect for the workplace or heading out at night.

Bachelorette by oh…DEER!

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Retails for $120

Quirky does it with this stacked wooden heel pump. Its oversize, whimsical polka dots manage to make black and white fun, not overbearing or too serious—just as the life of a bachelorette should be.

Gretal by Ted Baker London

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Retails for $210

The open construction of this towering high-heeled sandal lends itself to a sexy sophistication, all the more highlighted by the classic pairing of black patent and ivory leather. Black enameled buckles with just a touch of gold complement the look perfectly.

Striped pump by T.U.K.

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Retails for $45

Like oh…DEER!, T.U.K. makes black and white fun and funky—transforming a demure kitten heel pump into something that will never get lost in a crowd. Bold black and white stripes with a slant get topped off with a stretchy, cozy elastic band and button.

Whisper by Caparros

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Retails for $69

Caparros channels classic 1950s and ’60s glamour with this kitten heel slide. Creative director Mo Kenny describes the Whisper as “completely practical, perfect with flirty dresses or skinny jeans. Every girl needs a pair of polka dot slides!” 

Chloe by Jeanne Jarvaise

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Retails for $500

Of this elegant Mary Jane, designer Jeanne Jarvaise tells WSAToday.com, “This is an iconic shoe inspired by iconic women—the film noir starlets of the 1940s and 1950s. I love the boldness of the black and white patent juxtaposed against the shoe’s playful mod-pop scale and proportion.”

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