Shopping challenge: Perfect black pumps

On Monday, I lent a bunch of clothes to my sister for her graduate school interviews out in North Carolina. When she asked my for a pair of black shoes to wear…I realized I didn’t actually own a pair of basic black pumps. Yes, I have purple and red alligator pumps. I also have embroidered maroon peep toed pumps. And green metallic skimmers. And gold sandals. But no perfect black shoes. Time to do a little online shopping!

Oops…I am already way off track. Look at these suede peep toe pumps from Linea Paolo. Gorgeous! Ignore them and their deliciously affordable price. Think black and boring.

Like these from Bandolino for $70. Soooo basic. But that’s the point, right? These are divine…but the peep toe and flowers aren’t really “basic.” Now this pair from Pelle Moda could be perfect. Maybe a little too much sass with the stiletto and alligator. Aha! This pair of Via Spiga pumps is just right. Not too shiny, pointy or flashy. Just a nice basic black pump.