The Vanguard of Feminine Footwear

Readers of this column will be aware of my high regard for feminine shoes with low heels. Just the same, to remind those of you in the know and to inform those of you who are not, I am in constant notional warfare with a manufacturing base that has failed to recognize that the feminine foot does not differ greatly in structure from that of the male ped. And that the working day of the average female runs – mostly - in parallel to that of her male counterpart. Yet, instead of wearing similar, comfortable and high-quality shoes as the boys, those of us in possession of the XX chromosome are bound to attach bizarre, ornamental appendages to our lower extremities, all in the name of fashion. Worse again, us double-exers who refuse to toe the line stand in danger of being excluded from polite and professional society – we haven’t forgotten you, Nicola Thorp. With this in mind, it was a nice surprise to stumble upon these bright, wearable foot vehicles. Retailing at £59.99 and bearing the Van label, available colours include pink and black. The soft, suede effect uppers are in endearing contrast with the white, chunky sole. Said heels are finished appropriately with the red-lip Van logo, and tied up with Van signature laces. Teaming perfectly with skirts and leggings, shorts and full-length trousers – even peeping cutely from underneath evening dresses - what is not to love?