Dress shoes for women run the gamut from sparkling high heeled evening shoes, to basic but classic ballet flats.
When it seems that nearly every outfit needs a different type of shoe and each season brings new trends along with it, it can be difficult to stay on top of which dress shoes are most essential to your wardrobe. But help is at hand!
Among my top picks below you'll find some of the footwear staples that will see you through several seasons, as well as a few of my trendy favorites.
1. Guess "Jules" - Classic Dress Shoes with Trendy Updates
Featuring an open-toed design, a platform sole, and a 4" stiletto heel, these shoes have many of the season's hottest trends well in place, without sacrificing classic good-looks. The black or blue suede versions are especially nice, but if you have an aversion to suede, there's a black leather version that will do the trick as well. Ideal for wearing with slacks, skirts or dresses when you want to look chic but not overly dressy.2. RSVP Collection "Como" - Easy to Wear Pumps
The best advice I can give when it comes to women's dress shoes? When you find a classic style, with a comfortable heel height, at a price you can afford, buy it in every color available. There's a reason basic pumps like these have been classics for decades: they look great, and will work with just about everything in your wardrobe. Available in a staggering array of perfect colors, these pumps have 2.5" heels and a toe that is just pointy enough for office or evening wear.3. Moda Spana "Katri" - Elegant Evening Shoes
This delicate evening shoe is the perfect compromise. The satin uppers and jeweled embellishments add a bit of shimmer, making them an obvious choice for evenings and special occasions. And the chic sling-back styling adds an element of class.
4. Nina "Lauren-LS" - Glamorous Dress Shoes
Here's a pair of dress shoes that are so glamorous, just looking at them is wearing me out. With a satin upper, pointy toe, 3.5" heel, and sexy ankle strap, you wouldn't think they'd need much else. But when you see the fanning t-strap covered with shimmery stones, you'll be glad the designers at Nina thought to include it. Incredible in black, and divine in tan, this is the type of shoe that transcends trends and seasons -- it always looks great.5. Donald J. Pliner "Biddy" - Mules for Slacks or Jeans
6. Guess "Newbury" - Colorful Print Dress Shoes
Of course, they'll need to work with the clothes you wear, but when you see something that makes your heart jump a little, don't be afraid to try it out. I'm crazy enough over these floral print pumps from Guess that I'm likely to invent an outfit just to wear with them.




