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A beautiful pair of shoes is one you love wearing season after season. At Pied de Biche, our women’s leather shoes are designed in La Rochelle and made in Portugal using carefully selected European leathers.
Sandals, sneakers, loafers and derbies, boat shoes, ballet flats and Mary Janes, pumps, ankle boots or boots: styles designed for everyday wear and made to last.
There are the pairs you slip on almost without thinking and those you choose for a special occasion. Depending on the season, your mood or the plans for the day, there is a pair for every occasion.
| Type of shoes | When to wear them? What to wear them with? |
|---|---|
| Sandals | As soon as the warmer days arrive |
| Sneakers | For busy days |
| Loafers & derbies | From everyday wear to the office |
| Boat shoes | As soon as the warmer weather returns |
| Ballet flats & Mary Janes | For everyday wear, from morning to evening |
| Pumps | For an evening out, a ceremony or a dressier occasion |
| Ankle boots | From the first days of autumn |
| Boots | When temperatures drop |
When the weather warms up, sandals reveal the foot, either flat or with a few extra centimetres of height. Boat shoes also make their return as soon as temperatures become milder. With their low-cut shape and relaxed look, they easily find their place in an everyday wardrobe.
For busy days, sneakers remain a reliable choice. Loafers and derbies add a slightly dressier touch without feeling overdone. With jeans, straight-leg trousers or a skirt, they are easy to wear from morning to evening. For more inspiration, discover our tips on how to wear women’s loafers.
Mary Janes offer a different take. Flat or with a slight heel, they dress up the foot while remaining easy to wear every day. Pumps, meanwhile, add height: at the office, for dinner or for a special occasion, they instantly give an outfit a more polished look.
When temperatures fall, ankle boots naturally return to the wardrobe. Flat or heeled, in smooth leather, patent leather or suede, they are ideal for the first days of autumn and much of the winter season. Boots take over when you are looking for more coverage. And for more inspiration, discover our ideas on how to wear ankle boots in winter.
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Comfort starts with choosing the right material and fit. As a natural, living material, leather changes with wear: it gradually softens and adapts to the shape of the foot over time.
Heel height also plays an important role. Between 1 and 3 cm, a heel is easy to wear on days when you do a lot of walking. Between 4 and 7.5 cm, it adds some height while remaining comfortable for everyday wear. 8 to 10 cm heels are better suited to occasions where you will be walking less.
Finally, it all starts with choosing the right size. The foot should be well supported without feeling compressed, with enough room at the front to stay comfortable throughout the day. If you are unsure, discover our tips for choosing the right shoe size.
For everyday wear, the simplest combinations are often the ones that work best. Sneakers with jeans, loafers with straight-leg trousers, Mary Janes with a skirt or ankle boots with a dress: the choice mainly depends on your mood and your plans.
For the office, loafers, derbies, Mary Janes and ankle boots add a dressier touch without necessarily adding height. For an evening out, pumps or heeled Mary Janes can be enough to give an outfit a completely different feel.
For a ceremony, the outfit matters just as much as the plans for the day. Heel height, material and colour are all details that can help you find the right balance between style and comfort. For more advice, discover our wedding shoes guide.
Regular care helps leather retain its appearance and age beautifully. The right care routine depends above all on the finish: smooth leather, oiled or pull-up leather, and suede or nubuck all require different care.
As a general rule, start by removing dust with a brush or soft cloth, then use a product suited to the material. Leave your shoes to dry naturally, away from direct heat. When they are not being worn, shoe trees can also help preserve their shape.
For more information, discover our dedicated advice on smooth leather, oiled and pull-up leather, and suede and nubuck.
