Yves Saint Laurent Patents

Now, I know I'm a little late on the curve here, but I just can't resist YSL's new patent choices. After finally getting my nearly-five-inch-high-impossible Louboutins, I've been searching for the perfect medium-rise pump, and I have to say I may have found it!


The heel comes in at a much more comfortable 2 9/10", and is tinted with a decadent gold tone. But for those of you for whom even this heel is too high, there's...


The Holly Ballet Flat. Apart from the patent, what really draws me to this shoe is the gorgeous insole. The quilted pattern is just to die for, and not to mention that cute little gold ribbon and line throughout! But, just for fun, let's take it in the complete opposite direction and take a look at the...


Tribute Mary Jane. I've never been huge on Mary Janes, but these take all the cutesy out of them and make them completely sexy. With a suede base and patent trim throughout, they're definitely going to be an eye-catcher.

YSL's Peep-Toe Pump, $490; Holly Ballet Flat, also in red grape, $390; Tribute Mary Jane, $680. Buy them at BergdorfGoodman.com.