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Strappy stilettos: top spring/summer footwear buys

One of the hottest footwear looks this spring/summer is the high-heeled strappy stiletttos. It's the sophisticated older sister of the ubiquitous Gladiator, a style which has been around for more seasons than we can count and remains a key look for summer 09, both in flattie and heeled versions.

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©Paul Smith

Sir Paul Smith offers us a pair of totally desirable wooden-heeled strappy sandals with bright and cheery candy coloured straps interwoven, There's a metal neat ankle strap. The colourway makes this look distinctively Paul Smith - and with a 11.5cm heel, you are guaranteed to walk tall. £504, www.paulsmith.co.uk.

©Sergio Rossi

You can glide from a day to evening look in these Sergio Rossi blue leather open-toe sandals with criss-cross details and a gold zip in the heel. £449, www.sergiorossi.com.

©Asos

Leather slim-heeled sandals from Asos with an ankle strap and a platform sole. The low price tag make them an affordable purchase for all. £45, www.asos.com

©Nine West

High street staple Nine West can always be relied on to have its own take on trends. These luscious red stilettos feature mock snakeskin - very of the moment - and a chunky metal clasp. £65, www.ninewest.com

Marian Buckley

Sarah Horrocks
30/05/2009

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