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Local-Finance8389 t1_iupzs1y wrote

I have a pair of Jimmy Choo pumps with a three inch heel from 2005 that are comfortable and look amazing. I bought them in black and in tan. I own over 100 pairs of shoes (I shop my feelings) and they are my go to heel for looking professional. The caveat to this is that I have a very narrow foot.

Every shoe designer fits differently so your best bet is to try on a bunch of shoes. High quality shoes can be resoled which extends their lifespan into buy it for life territory.

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jennycotton OP t1_iuqaozv wrote

i love jimmy choo! i am looking for a low block heel slingback but have some of their stilettos. they are amazing. love hearing that yours are 15+ yrs and still going strong!! mine aren't quite that old yet. TY for sharing this!

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Local-Finance8389 t1_iuthhuf wrote

Chanel just did a flared block heel in a Mary Jane style. They also had some low and mid heeled slingbacks but I can’t remember what colors.

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jennycotton OP t1_iutphfl wrote

yes the classic Chanel two tone slingbacks with a modest block heel have been on my list forever. But Chanel quality has tanked in recent years so I'm reticent

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Local-Finance8389 t1_iuvyg3g wrote

Their classic stuff seems to still be good quality. It’s their trendy stuff that I’ve seen have a few issues. And if you have a good sales associate they will go above and beyond to get you a replacement.

I feel like Chanel puts out so many shoe designs, though. Which is probably why their production is all over the place. There were shoes I previewed in July. I wanted the same pair in black and white. My SA got me the black ones in July and the white ones just showed up last week. They sell out of everything because of the name but their inconsistency makes me very leery of buying the trendy stuff and so I stick to the classics. Their handbag quality remains very high though.

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jennycotton OP t1_iuxfoly wrote

I had issues with a boy bag I got in 2020. for such an expensive piece i don't want to be arsed with replacements and issues. i've veered from current Chanel but i like buying 90s vintage pieces when Chanel was at its best

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