Hey guys! My first Manolos - Maysli slingback. Got them at Luisaviaroma for 50% off! What do you think? A bit worried about the strap slipping off while walking.
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Wow congrats! Such a gorgeous color, I love Manolo slingbacks! If the slipping is so bad but you don't want to size down, you can have a cobbler shorten the straps. I've had that done for my other slingbacks.
Yes, I think the color is absolutely gorgeous!
They are my true size. If I size down, my right heel is gonna hang over the edge. My right foot is about half size bigger, so I have to put an insert in my left shoe for the strap not to slip off. I walked in them shortly on carpet only and they didn’t slip off, but its hard to tell how it’s gonna be with longer walks...
You can always put an insert/gel cushion in to make the fit a bit tighter so the straps won't slip
for slingbacks, I always size down but that's just me.
Those are beautiful! They look comfy too. I'd use Foot Petals Strappy Strips. They make my slingbacks more secure. You can also put a ball of foot pad in the shoe to push your foot back.
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Sometimes his straps seem like they will be too loose but when you wear them find they're not. So give them a test run before doing anything. I had a pair of his Carolyn sling backs that I wore for years and the rear elastic actually was old and got stretched out over time so I had a shoemaker slightly tighten the straps. They tightened them very little but it was too much and they were too tight. I was never able to wear the shoes again. So be careful with that if you go that route.
I think I will be returning them on Monday after all. As beautiful as they are I walked a bit more around the apartment in them and the back strap does not feel right on my left feet even with an insert in. I keep straining my feet constantly to prevent it from slipping. Not a comfortable walk I must say.
When I buy expensive shoes (even at 50% off) I want to be able to walk in them without making such drastic adjustments like shortening the strap. Moreover, I’m not sure we even have cobblers good enough to be able to work with designer shoes where I live.
As the shoes are definitely right size length- and widthwise I guess my feet are just not cut for these model and I need either a buckled strap or a shorter elastic when it comes to slingbacks.
When I buy expensive shoes (even at 50% off) I want to be able to walk in them without making such drastic adjustments like shortening the strap. Moreover, I’m not sure we even have cobblers good enough to be able to work with designer shoes where I live.
As the shoes are definitely right size length- and widthwise I guess my feet are just not cut for these model and I need either a buckled strap or a shorter elastic when it comes to slingbacks.
I think if you feel uncomfortable walking in them now, you likely will, so returning maybe a good decision as only you know best! Hope you will find something else that works better for you
Ooh they are gorgeous! I had them in my basket then they disappeared... did you take the 38.5 by any chance
lolHi Ladies,
I purchased my first pair of Manolos last year They are so gorgeous but I am a bit afraid to wear them as the fabric seems very delicate. Do you have any tips how to protect them?
I purchased my first pair of Manolos last year They are so gorgeous but I am a bit afraid to wear them as the fabric seems very delicate. Do you have any tips how to protect them?
My heels have taken a couple of little dings but it’s just a matter of being careful. I’ve never had an issue with the actual shoe itself. Wear them, don’t save them! You got a gorgeous combo. Enjoy!
hi everyone, what beautiful shoes Manolo creates. I just remembered when I first got to Barneys in Manhattan there was shoe sale going on. I was puzzled which shoe to go with - CL or MB, so I asked the sales assistant what would be the best option. The man said: "If you want to look aggressively sexy then grab CL, if you are more of a ladylike style, then Manolos would be just right". Well, I left with black pathent round toe Campari, banana heel.
Later on in Neiman Marcus I found another beautiful pair of MB, again on sale. I have no idea what to wear them with, but love the look.
Later on in Neiman Marcus I found another beautiful pair of MB, again on sale. I have no idea what to wear them with, but love the look.
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I got these both on the same size 38.5. But the satin blue is tight and not comfy, I am stressed when Im trying it at home, I returned it even though it looks so beautiful. But the color black is much more comfy or maybe a lot of people tried and returned it that is why its kinda comfy. Then exchanged the satin blue for nude color size 38.5.
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All of Manolo‘s shoes are handmade so slight variances in how a shoe fits is not uncommon.