Knife logo-embellished velvet pumps all womens shoes Alighieri is a firm favorite

Alighieri is a firm favorite at NET-A-PORTER's HQ - walk along the halls of our London office and you're likely to spot someone wearing a necklace or baroque earrings

They're polished and practical enough for work

but Gucci's 'Unia' style proves that they can also be totally modern - on this pair they are painted to resemble bamboo

this 'Linea Cestino' style has a dark-green and red colorway and is coated and simply emblazoned with the iconic 'GG' plaque

Knife logo-embellished velvet pumps all womens shoes Alighieri is a firm favoriteWe like how Balenciaga's pumps marry brand signatures from the past and present. They're topped with Cristbal's original 'BB' monogram and feature current Creative Director Demna Gvasalia's cult pointed toe inspired by the sharp blade of a knife. They've been made in Italy from plush velvet and rest on a 110mm heel.