Holy hell the markup they have in the US! I bought my pair in 2016 in Cannes for about €450 and I only needed them resoled this year, despite wearing them almost daily. The leather (the “matte” regular one) is still in great condition though, as is the bow.

Just the soles got worn out as France and Spain don’t have the smoothest sidewalks. If still consider it a worthy investment considering you don’t need to break into them again, they fit my feet perfectly, feel like slippers, and paying a cobbler is cheap than having to buy a new pair of lower quality shoes every year or so.

But shoes are a bit like bras- not every brand will have a shape/design that suits you. I find louboutins heinously uncomfortable but Fratelli Rossetti fits like a dream. Definitely shop around before buying, especially if you’re looking for a classic professional pump- there are endless options!