Kathryn Vintage Slingbacks (Dark Shadow)
Description
From our collaboration collection with Christine McConnell, meet the Kathryn Slingbacks! These splendid shoes are inspired by the seductive slingbacks that helped define 1940s footwear. Smooth, plush velvet uppers with decorative swooping inset motifs make the Kathryn Slingbacks utterly irresistible. Kathryn Slingbacks feature our classic, perfectly balanced 3"/ 7.62 Cuban heel. These slingbacks are leather-free, and come in 4 gorgeous colorways.
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These shoes are AMAZING! They are beautiful, my pictures do not do them justice! I originally ordered my usual size 10 but found they were very tight in the toe area, so I exchanged them for a 10.5 (they exchange process was so quick and easy) and now they fit like a dream! They are very comfortable. My 4th style from American Duchess and another win! Obsessed with this company, definitely worth it. The highest quality shoes I have ever owned.
I got the Sheep's Clothing color way. It's a little darker than the photos (I'm still waiting on a good white dress heel!), but a nice shade of pale beige-gold and I love the subtle color play. The shape is spot on and I love it, but I do wish the toe box came up a little farther. The velvet is quite shiny and polyester-looking, unlike vintage velvet, sadly; and I have no idea how well it will wear compared to leather, so we'll have to wait and see about that. I definitely wouldn't wear them anywhere there might be mud. Overall, it does fill a color gap in my wardrobe, and I like that it can go both formal and regular wear, unlike most gold-colored shoes.
I love the look of these beautifully-designed and well-made shoes. I’m a big fan of this brand and Christine McConnell! However, I recommend wearing stockings or tights with them if you have long toes like I do, because of the toe cleavage. They don’t hug around the top of my feet super well, but I think wearing stockings should remedy the issue.
Seeing my sister's face light up when she saw them was priceless, they look exactly like the photos, even better really! She put them on and she told me they are some of the most comfortable heels she's ever tried on so five stars from me
I love all the shows I've bought from AD, from those first 18th century shoes to these latest Kathryn Vintage Slingbacks.
But be warned: I bought size 5 and it's a good thing I have small feet. They are TIGHT. These fit more like 34 EU (4 in US).
When I put them on I thought I was losing my mind. I compared them to other AD shoes in size 5. They are so much smaller.
Will add a picture for comparison later.
We're sorry those didn't quite work out for you! I do see that you've most recently been purchasing a size 6 in our shoes, and would likely more comfortably fit a 6. The only other size 5 I see in your history was six years ago, and is a leather shoe that is roomy and stretches a lot over time. Feet do change size over time. On top of that, a broken in, stretched out pair of shoes will fit very differently than a brand new pair of the same size in a non-stretchable material!
We're always happy to assist with fitting questions, both before and after a purchase - just message us at info@americanduchess.com and we're happy to chat fit and exchanges!
Beautiful, impractical, I love them.
Love the style and comfort. Fit true to size. I only wish there were suede versions of these.
The photo of the shoes in the promotion doesn’t show that the cutouts revealed quite a bit of toe cleavage, which isn’t my favorite thing. But the velvety brown is very luxurious and beautiful, and they are very comfortable. .
These shoes are perfect. They fit beautifully (I'm normally a 5.5 so I ordered a 6) and they're insanely comfortable. They're the first heels I've bought since a foot surgery and I can wear them with ease. Not to mention, my feet look adorable.
This is my first purchase from AD and I was a bit skeptical since I've heard the quality has really deteriorated, but first impressions are good. If they hold up, they'll be a wonderful addition to my shoe collection.
The sizing is spot on. So adorable and lots of compliments
So comfortable, wore them for hours two days in a row. Total show stopper, caught peoples’ attention everywhere I went.
These shoes are stunning! I bought all variations of the Christine McConnell shoes, and I did have to send this pair back for a half size larger. These shoes are unique and gorgeous. I would LOVE if these shoes come out in more materials (like a nice vegan leather) so I can have even more ways to wear these beautiful shoes!
These are gorgeous! The red is so brilliant and beautiful. It does have a bit of a significant toe cleavage and with a steep heel and slim back support these are not as comfortable as other American Duchess shoes.
The red velvet look will be perfect at Christmas time for celebrating.
Awesome, cool, sexy, witchy, spin on traditional, worth the wait.
Shoes are gorgeous! Would give 5 stars but these are a little tight, would recommend maybe a half size larger. Don't wear dress shoes often. Would buy again for sure!
The American Duchess shoes are gorgeous. Would recommend and buy more again. Thanks
I love the aurora red color! Well made and I like that there's cushion to the sole. I ordered my normal size, size 8, and they fit snuggly but not painfully tight. I'll stick with them as I don't think you want a ton of space in these types of shoes though if you prefer a little more space maybe go a half size up if possible. Overall, beautiful shoes!