Charlotte Olympia Portia Pumps, $920 via Neiman Marcus

Never underestimate the importance of setting the tone. Start things off slowly, and they’ll likely remain that way, but if you start something (your week, let’s say) with a bang, then you’ve let the universe know that you won’t settle for anything less than greatness. Naturally, that’s why I’m devoting this week’s first post to the Charlotte Olympia Portia Pumps.

Charlotte Olympia’s particular brand of British whimsy has always appealed to me, and as the label grows, the shoes have only been getting better. Even though platform stilettos aren’t the freshest thing in town, woman-behind-the-brand Charlotte Delal still manages to make her signature soles look current.

With this shoe, the key to that is the mixed metallic leather. Super-shiny mirrored patent is a big trend lately, particularly when it comes to shoes and accessories, and using it in a combination means that the shoe is even more versatile than it would have been in only silver or only gold. If you’ve only got enough room in your budget for one pair of special occasion shoes, a pair like this is the way to go. Consider your week started correctly. Buy through Neiman Marcus for $920.

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