A Look at the Most Expensive Shoes in the World

Courtesy of Barneys
Courtesy of Barneys

Lucky magazine

A love of finely crafted footwear is a dangerous obsession to have. Although the most expensive pair in the world are DEFINITELY out of most shoppers' price range (they're vintage Roger Vivier pumps that cost $26,629.06, according to Forbes), tons of designer shoes aren't cheap. Plenty cost more than a month's rent.

We spend a lot of time staring at pricey pairs on the internet, dreaming of our next big purchase. Barring any outstanding credit card debt (pay your bills before shoe shopping, kids), we recommend-occasionally!-shelling out for fancy shoes. Since luxury labels use the best materials available, their products fit better and last longer. Plus, pumping money into our lackluster economy is the best way to boost it, so spend when you can!

Below, we've found 10 beautiful high-end shoes for the serious shopper looking to invest in their wardrobe.

And tell us: Would you buy any of them?

1. Christian Louboutin croc simple pump, $4,645, barneys.com
Topping the price index are these surprisingly demure Christian Louboutin heels. You can bet all $4,465 that's genuine alligator skin.

2.
Gucci Woven leather boots, $3,750, net-a-porter.com

Courtesy of Net-A-Porter
Courtesy of Net-A-Porter


You probably never knew you needed a pair of hand-woven leather stilletto boots. Now you do.










Courtesy of Farfetch
Courtesy of Farfetch


3. Gianmarco Lorenzi satin heel sandal, $3348,
farfetch.com
Slip into these crystal-studded platforms for a debaucherous night of fun.








Courtesy of Tabitha Simmons
Courtesy of Tabitha Simmons



4. Tabitha Simmons chandelier sandals, $2,190, tabithasimmons.com

A worthy option for budget-less brides.








Courtesy of Luisa Viaroma
Courtesy of Luisa Viaroma

5. Balmain suede & patent embossed boots, $2,725, luisaviaroma.com

Um, they look like David Bowie and Elvis Presley co-designed them. And that is kind of amazing.







Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman
Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman

6. Christian Louboutin Maralena flame sandal, $2,445,bergdorfgoodman.com
T
otal music video shoes: just add leather shorts and flame red hair.










Courtesy of Nordstrom
Courtesy of Nordstrom

7. Gucci 'Sofia' crystal embellished platform pump, $2,295,nordstrom.com
Time to retire your black kitten heels.










Courtesy of Forward Forward
Courtesy of Forward Forward

8. Rick Owens thigh high wedges, $2,073.60, forwardforward.com
The slightly inclined wedge makes these fairly easy to walk in and (bonus!) the high leg is super warm for winter.










Courtesy of Net-A-Porter
Courtesy of Net-A-Porter

9. Jimmy Choo Marlene feather and suede sandals, $1,995,net-a-porter.com
Flamboyant turquiose feathers are like facinators for your feet.










Courtesy of Barneys
Courtesy of Barneys

10. Giuseppe Zanotti crystal bootie, $1,835,barneys.com
Satin and crystals amp the value of basic ankle booties.










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