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Home • Fashion

Lust List: Sexy Red Shoes

Lust List: Sexy Red Shoes
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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To the Point

Leona Lewis looks sharp in her pointed pumps. Swap your classic black pumps for red ones — they’re just as timeless and add the perfect pop your look may need.

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To the Point

Dolce Vita Rosetta pumps, $129 – zappos.com

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To the Point

Guess T-strap pumps, $83 – endless.com

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To the Point

Joan and David Jora cut-out pumps, $90 – endless.com

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To the Point

Sacha London sling back pumps, $110 – endless.com

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Pretty in Platforms

Alicia Keys’ velvet platforms are super sexy and festive. To transition open-toe styles like these into winter, try wearing black or contrasting opaque tights for a fun color-blocking effect.

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Pretty in Platforms

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute patent sandals, $795 – luisaviaroma.com

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Pretty in Platforms

Steve Madden Moskow satin platform pumps, $100 – zappos.com

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Pretty in Platforms

Jimmy Choo Vamp patent sandals, $833 – luisaviaroma.com

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Pretty in Platforms

Sam Edelman Marina pumps, $130 – nordstrom.com

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Pretty in Platforms

Ralph Lauren Jenae velvet-suede peep-toe, $369 – ralphlauren.com

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Merry Go Round

Round-toe pumps like Tracee Ellis Ross’ always tend to soften up a look. So, if you’re going for less vixen and more delicate and dainty, go for this shape.

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Merry Go Round

Vivienne Westwood by Melissa round-toe pumps, $179 – revolveclothing.com

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Merry Go Round

Betsey Johnson Daelyn satin platform round-toe pumps, $90 – zappos.com

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Wrapped Up

Ankle-strap shoes like Amber Riley’s are the perfect combination of fashion and function. While the ankle straps add the perfect baby-doll element to any look, they also provide support.

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Wrapped Up

Sam Edelman Quiana suede wedge sandals, $150 – shopbop.com

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Wrapped Up

Nina Pangea satin ankle strap platforms, $89 – macys.com

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The Boot

Actress Ashley Madekwe stands out in hot platform ankle boots. This style is the ultimate red statement since it covers the foot entirely, so be prepared to stop traffic.

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The Boot

Alexander McQueen suede ankle boots, $429 – alexandermcqueen.com

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The Boot

Diba ankle boots, $70 – zappos.com

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The Boot

Dolce Vita suede ankle boots, $169 – endless.com

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The Boot

Michael Antonio Musa ankle boots, $50 – dsw.com

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