What non-cl brand of shoes is also instantly noticable as being a high-end brand?

#16
Black_Swarmer said:
Is it important that they are easy to recognize?! I would advice you to get some shoes you and your feet love instead of buying ones other people will perhaps know is a designer (expensive ...) shoe - it really doesn't matter.
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Good post. Also, only wearing recognizable brands could work against you these days. I can pick out a wannabe with her LV speedy and true religions from a mile away. Louboutins are subtle enough to be flashy, but not so tacky. Still, truly wealthy clients don't need dress to impress or wear flashy items. And clients who judge you because designer items aren't hanging off of you? That's super shallow, even if you work in the fashion industry.

That being said, I buy recognizable items too, so good for you for being honest! If you insist on classy, recognizable designer shoes, I do love the Manolo BB pumps. Very elegant.
 
#19
ghurty said:
I agree normally. However in my work I have recently more focusing on higher end clients and have been advised to wear more designer labels so they will feel me as an equal.
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Whoever is telling you this is ill-advising you.

I can't say that I'm a "higher end client" but I do buy designer items, and for me, if I see an SA wearing the same as me, she will NOT be my SA for the longterm.
 
#23
Anyway unless you know your stuff you can only recognize the CLs by the soles, right? So if they can't see your soles, no go. I agree with Chanel or Gucci (with logos) but personally, while I generally can't recognize a brand, I can recognize good material and workmanship, which would mean more to me than the brand
 
#24
I can understand if your company wants you to essentially "model" the merchandise (assuming you are in the fashion industry) for higher-end clients. We all want to see what something looks like, or hear about people's experiences with products.

That being said, I've always believed that it really doesn't matter what you wear, as long as you wear it well. This is especially true for things like men's suits, where you could spend thousands of dollars on a suit, but if it doesn't fit right, it doesn't look nearly as good as the $500 version from men's warehouse (or whatever). I would wear shoes that make you feel strong and confident, not ones that necessarily scream "money."

Having said all of that, I don't really have any advice regarding shoes. Certain designers have "signature" shoes (e.g., YSL) that are well-known and recognizable. But, minus the infamous red soles of CL (who said that red on the bottom of a sole can't be trademarked!), I'm not sure that there is any brand that is as easily recognizable, especially from a distance. (I would be weirded out if people were staring at my feet trying to read the initials of the designer on the tiny tiny logo on the heel).
 
#25
I agree with buying what you want - But if CL's don't fit quite right.. then YSL will be perfect as they have the most comfy shoes...

Get tribute sandals for now.. i feel i can run in these than my tribtoos as they are open toed.
good luck!
 
#26
I don't think she (OP) has said she works in a fashion sales industry, she maybe a realtor or in financial industry dealing with more affluent clients. In that case I do think it does make a difference. We are in the process of buying a house and I do get put off when I see a realtor who is wearing what she would wear to her kids soccer practice. At the same time wearing too much logo can come across as nouveau riche.

Not nowing what industry you are in and what type of work wardrobe you will be wearing, I think MB BB pump would be a great staple. I would avoid YSL tribtoo pumps, specially if you deal with men clients and if you are in a conservative office/industry, it can look sexy secretary (read: porn star) in the office setting. But if are in a creative field such as an art gallery, etc, it could work fine.
 
#27
I think it depends on who your clients are. Older people might be impressed by more conservative, classic brands. Fashionistas might prefer under the radar brands.
But for a combination of comfort and style I would suggest YSL. They have a few distinct styles so they are recognizable and I find them quite comfortable. I also love the Manolo BB pump. I have a totoiseshell pair that I can wear with everything.
 
#29
AmeeLVSBags said:
I don't think she (OP) has said she works in a fashion sales industry, she maybe a realtor or in financial industry dealing with more affluent clients.
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No, OP hasn't really said anything else, but I don't think anything with a gaudy or overly prominent label/logo/monogram like Chanel or Gucci would fit well in a business environment. Atwood might though.
 
#30
I agree with so many others who replied to this thread. Professionals wear what makes them look like they concentrate on the work that they do. I have been around the World a few times and I can't think where red soles or a flashy logo are required (except as a proffesionals of quite a different sort ).

Could you have perhaps misinterpreted what your boss/manager advised? Could he/she just have thought you needed more 'proper' shoes or something like that? Not that I don't have sympathy with as I have had my fair share of ridiculous orders from bosses/managers and even colleugues in my lifetime who obviously had no clue what they were talking about.

Presuming you are a fulltime employee and are at work all day both ballet flats and super high heels are going to make your legs ache, rather than think brand first think work and go for non-stillitto mid-heel elegant shoe that make you look grown up. If pumps/courts are not your style (or like me never stay on your feet) find a similar style with a stap or lace-ups and wear the same colour panty hose/tights. Looking grown up and efficient is the key not as though you are going out on a date.

CLs dont need logos because their trademark is the red sole and that has become an icon of the brand. Shoe brands that have similar iconic features (one feature at a time) suitable for work:

Salvatore Ferragamo - a little bow on the front

Chanel - bow, camellia flower, quilt and/or etched toe-line (sometimes in a contrasting colour)

Gucci - little horse-bit, tassel, stirrup, D-ring or bamboo

Bottega Veneta - intrecciato (woven leather)

Prada - little triangle under the sole

Dior - carnage embroidery, ballet bow-ties

Roger Vivier - buckle, unusual sculpted heel

Etc
 
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